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20 Mar - 22 Mar

Our top choices for San José hostels

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Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.6 out of 10, Good, (203 reviews)
"Easy check-in, easily upgraded to a private room, and good spots to eat close by! Really appreciated the free airport shuttle included."
Canada
Sarah
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"The A/C keeps me cool at night. Very quiet. And I love the shopping center across the street from the hotel"
Esmelda 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

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San José Hostels information

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200
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9 Hostels
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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San José?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in San José are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 516 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San José?
Get out into nature with places such as Parque Central, Juan Santamaría Park and Ojo de Agua Spa Park. Cultural attractions include San Ramon Museum and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum. Locals like to shop at San Ramon Municipal Market and City Mall.
What's the best way to get to and around San José while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around San José in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.), 13.6 mi (21.9 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), located 18.5 mi (29.7 km) away.

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