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Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers unwind by the sun-kissed pool during the day, connect with fellow adventurers over coffee, or step right into local culture from this central hostel.

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Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere near the National Museum. Enjoy the outdoor pool, connect at the daily manager's reception, and gather at the café. The multilingual staff is praised for their helpful service.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Double Room | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

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Exceptional
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Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

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Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

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Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View

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(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

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Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Room, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Ceiling fan
10 bedrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Located in Catedral, a neighbourhood in San José, Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel is near a train station. National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica. Visit our San José travel guide
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Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25, San José, San Jose, 10104

What's nearby

  • San Jose, Costa Rica, National Museum Building in historic city center
    National Museum of Costa Rica
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Beautiful aerial view of the Morazan Park in Costa Rica
    Morazan Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica
    National Theater
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jade Museum
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Clinica Biblica Hospital
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station
    5 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Frontón - La Corte
    4 min walk
  • Restaurante Casa China
    4 min walk
  • Area City Bar
    3 min walk
  • Pizza Hut
    4 min walk
  • Bar La Estación
    3 min walk

About this property

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel near National Museum of Costa Rica
Located close to National Theater and University of Costa Rica, Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel provides a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information
  • A computer station, a reception hall and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel include thoughtful touches, such as separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and toilet paper
  • Separate dining areas, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 6 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 28 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: USD 5 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel San Jose
Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel
Costa Rica Backpackers San Jose
Costa Rica Backpackers
Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel San José
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Self-parking is available for USD 5 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 28 per vehicle applies.

Where is Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel located?

Located in Catedral, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater. University of Costa Rica and Sabana Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is only a 5-minute walk and San Jose Atlantic Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 327 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 327 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 327 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 327 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 327 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live the location it was close to the main square and city center, the people working was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice atmoshere , good food ,other guests all good and friendly . will stay there again .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the swimming pool! Me encantó la piscina!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATE

Liked: Amenities
A friendly & relaxed welcome, given i was a Very late arrival. I was given a quiet room, which given my late check-in, was Very practical. So that i did not disturb others!! Loverly PuraVida atmosphere. Spent the following day by the pool, aclimatising & watching the 🐦 pool dip. & Had the Pool to my self ...for several swims.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space is large with a pool and yoga area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice! It was super convenient that they had a restaurant in the hostel area. Rooms were clean and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location. Shared space. Tons of international travelers. Really good vibe
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is very clean and the staff is very helpful when you ask them about activities to do or buses to take. Moreover, the atmosphere with the bar and the restaurant help to know more people!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
located very centrally to museums and some eateries. if you want to hit the museo nacional, the museo del oro, etc. this is the perfect place! reasonably quiet, clean, with a friendly environment, and the in-house restaurant is super authentic and solid.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise Hostel

I totally satisfied with the location and the zen atmosphere there at this hostel. So beautiful, bed is clean compare to others. Price is super cheap. I made some good friends there too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kishiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice stuff and cat,big space,pool is cool.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place. So many like minded people traveling from around the world on their own journey in life. Everyone is super nice. There’s a pool. DJ once a week. Shared rooms. With lockers. Great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jayakrishnan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good hostel for short and cheap stay. Good reception staff and reception hours. The quality of the room and the furnitures arent great. Also, the toilets are limited.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfy and affordable. Hot showers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Azhaar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes.. Nice place. Good people helpful staff clean room.y favourite hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to hang your hat for a short while.

It was a great place to stay. Beautiful grounds with a pool. It was mostly quiet, a lot of young people looking like they were partying, but that is pretty much expected. There was a restaurant, plenty of seating inside and outside, I just had yougert, granola, and fruit, but still very good and a beautiful presentation. It was very relaxing hanging out at the pool after a long day white water rafting. I stayed in an all women dorm and a couple of the girls looked like they had moved in permanently with all their stuff all over the floor. I didn’t know that the shower didn’t have hot water so that was shockingly cold, apparently there is hot water in a different shower, why there wasn't a sign stating this in unbeknownst to me.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Evan

Disliked: Amenities
N
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Always good experience here
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Great vibe and people and the pool ☀️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, enjoyed 2 nights, was very comfortable. Very friendly, food is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Drunk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Solo trip

Ok stay, cold showers
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Miguel Angel

Disliked: Room comfort

Couldn't sleep but ok for teens

Noisy, not very clean and old bunk beds. It has a pool, clean common areas and is cheap
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025