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Our top choices for San Francisco hostels

A rustic wooden structure with a thatched roof, wooden tables and chairs, and a bar area with a refrigerator.

1. Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"This was my favorite hostel out of all the hostels I stayed in in Costa Rica. The blending of beautiful scenery with a bar overlooking the river and the hamburgers were amazing and so are the night walks!!"
United States
Rachel
The price is AU$69
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
A well-lit outdoor area with a pool, hammocks, and seating areas surrounded by palm trees.

2. Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (232 reviews)
"Comfortable room, convenient location, reasonable price "
United States
David
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Poshtel Arenal
A natural outdoor area with a stream, rocks, and vegetation.

3. Río Danta Hostel

Río Danta Hostel
1.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Very nice hostel for a very reasonable price. I would recommend this hostel for other travelers"
United States
Reyes
The price is AU$65
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Río Danta Hostel
A resort with multiple buildings, a central paved area, and a mountain in the background.

4. Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
4.5 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Probably the best vacation we have ever had largely because of this location, quality of the room, and the exceptional service. Restaurant was amazing."
United States
Kenneth
The price is AU$815
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
A treehouse structure with a red circular window, surrounded by lush greenery.

5. Arenal Backpackers Resort

Arenal Backpackers Resort
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
7.4 out of 10, Good, (11 reviews)
"Convenient location"
Canada
angie
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Arenal Backpackers Resort
A person standing indoors, overlooking a mountain.

6. Ceiba Eco Hostel

Ceiba Eco Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Breakfast was included in our booking. The 1st day we had to wait almost an hour for someone to make breakfast. Day #2 get got a cold sandwich w cheese and ham. We stayed in a private room on the first floor. The room was near the lobby/entrance and kitchen. It was a bit noisy at times. Overall location was nice. Close to stores within walking distance "
United States
Lissett
The price is AU$58
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Ceiba Eco Hostel
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in San Francisco?

You may like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our guests: Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort - 19.4 mi (31.3 km) from the heart of San Francisco. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance at this hotel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Francisco?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in San Francisco are July, October, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 397 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in San Francisco?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate some places near San Francisco. Get out into nature with places such as La Fortuna Park, Catarata del Toro and Children's Eternal Rainforest. Cultural attractions include Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos. Additional attractions include Arenal Adventure World, Quesada City Park and Juan Castro Blanco National Park.

What's the best way to get to and around San Francisco while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around San Francisco in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), located 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from the city centre.

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