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Our top choices for San Pedro hostels

Interior

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
1.5 star property
San Pedro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"Great Hostel to Stay at. Clean, Quiet, Great Value for the $ and the Breakfast is Awesome"
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$34
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
Standard Room

Luca

Luca
1.0 star property
Barrio Escalante
The price is AU$31
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Luca
Restaurant

Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"The staff here are fantastic, always happy to help and make your stay enjoyable. Good food in the kitchen downstairs, as well as events hosted during the evenings. 10/10 would recommend!!!"
Canada
Ethan
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Viajero San José Hostel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
7.8 out of 10, Good, (353 reviews)
"Excellent atmosphere especially for meeting other travelers from around the world"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is AU$30
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Living room

Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. I was pleasantly surprised by how excellent the interior was. There are several common areas including a full kitchen and all are well maintained and well thought out. Very beautiful."
United States
Barry
The price is AU$65
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Lolas Hostal
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Bathroom sink

Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"I loved my stay everyone was super friendly. Central area and great view. I felt safe. The kitchen and outdoor washroom was also very nice"
Canada
Salimah
The price is AU$70
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Lobby

Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (147 reviews)
"Bra rent rum."
Sweden
John
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hostel Casa Colon
Staircase

Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (32 reviews)
"It was more of a hostile than a hotel. But the people were friendly, and it was comfortable to stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Gaudys Hotel
Deluxe Double Room

Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Very convenient to get to and from the airport and the included bfast was delicious"
United States
Matt
The price is AU$49
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Toucan Hostel
Interior

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (241 reviews)
"Staff was beyond amazing. They helped us out tremendously during a stressful middle of the night travel situation. It's not luxury but it's very convenient, clean, bed was comfortable, free shuttle to airport and the staff was wonderful."
United States
Miriam
The price is AU$63
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
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 Pedro Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

8/10 Good
"I think to need to improve quality of breakfast"
Young H 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

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San Pedro Hostels information

Number of reviews
323
Accommodation
26 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$30
Highest Price
AU$102

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in San Pedro?
By choosing a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your budget for exploring during your trip. If you're hoping to treat your taste buds while you're here, you can check out the local restaurants.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in San Pedro?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start: In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of San Jose University of Costa Rica Station. Property features include free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Hostel Casa Yoses - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Pedro?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in San Pedro are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 650 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Pedro?
In general, San Pedro is known for its university setting, flowers and restaurants. Get out into nature with places such as National Park, Morazan Park and Central Park. Cultural attractions include Museo de Insectos, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica. Locals like to shop at San Pedro Mall and Mercado Central.
What's the best way to get to and around San Pedro while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Pedro in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), 6.3 mi (10.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.), situated 11.5 mi (18.4 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. Train stations including San Jose University of Costa Rica Station and San Jose American University Station make it easy to discover more of the area.