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Viva Guest House, hotel in San José

Boasting a garden and views of city, Viva Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park.

Nice room and nice staff. We could not have breakfast due to our early flight and they left us some take away snacks, which was very appreciated.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
352 reviews
Price from
£41.26
1 night, 2 adults
Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama, hotel in San Jose

Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan...

Safe and central location, close to the bus terminal. Clean, cozy and very lovely staff.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
16 reviews
Price from
£40.13
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Jardin del Mango, hotel in San José

A recently renovated guest house in San José, Casa Jardin del Mango offers outdoor fireplace, private parking and sports facilities.

One of the best places I stayed in in Costa Rica
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
722 reviews
Price from
£55.24
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Kibi Kibi, hotel in San Pedro

Located just 10 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Kibi Kibi provides accommodation in San José with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.

It's a very nice house and it's just 80 meters away from the supermarket and bus stop. A quiet place offers you noiseless sleep. The owner - Shirani is very helping, he would do his best to solve your issues.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
166 reviews
Price from
£35.98
1 night, 2 adults
Delcafetalcr, hotel in San Jose

Situated 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.2 km from Parque Diversiones, Delcafetalcr provides accommodation located in San José.

Clean
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
534 reviews
Price from
£23.15
1 night, 2 adults
Haven Hotel, hotel in San José, Costa Rica

Featuring a garden and views of inner courtyard, Haven Hotel is a recently renovated guest house located in San José, 5.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

This place cannot be considered a hotel in any way! It is an adapted hostel; where the dormitories and shared bathrooms are side by side with the private room that looks more like a 4-bed dormitory. Everything is very old and paper walls where you can hear everything! Avoid!
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
47 reviews
Price from
£66.04
1 night, 2 adults
Hostel La Cali Inn, hotel in San José

Hostel La Cali Inn, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is located in San José, 4.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 6.3 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 9.3 km from...

Reasonable price
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
5 reviews
Price from
£31.79
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Coto, hotel in San José

Hotel Coto is set in San José, 3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, and 7.4 km from Parque Diversiones.

Staff were
Scored 5.1
5.1
Rated passable
Average
294 reviews
Price from
£20.01
1 night, 2 adults
Carolina Hostel, hotel in San José

Located 6.2 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 7.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km from Parque Diversiones, Carolina Hostel provides accommodation situated in San José.

Cheap
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
145 reviews
Price from
£22.04
1 night, 2 adults
Whiskey Barrel, hotel in San José

Whiskey Barrel, a property with a garden and a bar, is set in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, 4.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, as well as 5.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

Location was good but hotel had some issues. Plants were dying on the patio. Food was wonderful but service incredibly slow. The two of us were the only people eating in a bar of 6 people. Loud music play played from one of the rooms until 600 am and owner ignored our messages. Bed was uncomfortable and sheets didn’t fit so kept coming apart. We left two nights early and asked for and received a one night refund.
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
131 reviews
Price from
£35.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Viva Guest House
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 352 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of city, Viva Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park.

    Very nice room, super clean, good price of value and welcoming host.

  • Haven Hotel
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 47 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of inner courtyard, Haven Hotel is a recently renovated guest house located in San José, 5.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

    Muy bien y su ubicación excelente Acorde a su precio.

  • Carolina Hostel
    Breakfast options
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 145 reviews

    Located 6.2 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 7.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km from Parque Diversiones, Carolina Hostel provides accommodation situated in San José.

    Super Preis- Leistungsverhältnis;typisches Frühstück

  • Casa Aldaba
    Breakfast options

    Boasting garden views, Casa Aldaba features accommodation with a terrace, around 6.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. This guest house offers accommodation with a balcony.

  • Casa de Piedra Escazú
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 5 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Casa de Piedra Escazú is located in San José, 5.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 7.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

  • Casa Kitus
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 101 reviews

    Casa Kitus in San José provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

    maison très agréable, lilia l’hôte est d’une gentillesse !!

  • Bambu-Rivera Club Residences
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 48 reviews

    Located in San José, Bambu-Rivera Club Residences offers a terrace with mountain and pool views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, sauna and fitness room.

    Las instalaciones muy lindas. Michael muy atento y amable.

  • Casa Aldaba
    Breakfast options

    Casa Aldaba, a property with a garden and a bar, is set in San José, 6.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 7.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 11 km from Parque Diversiones.

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  • Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 16 reviews

    Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan...

    Das Hostel ist sehr schön und ist in der Nähe vom Bus Terminal Richtung Pazifikküste

  • Delcafetalcr
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 534 reviews

    Situated 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.2 km from Parque Diversiones, Delcafetalcr provides accommodation located in San José.

    Great location, close to everything I needed. Super friendly staff.

  • Casa Jardin del Mango
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 722 reviews

    A recently renovated guest house in San José, Casa Jardin del Mango offers outdoor fireplace, private parking and sports facilities.

    Very comfortable stay, beautiful property, friendly staff

  • Casa Kibi Kibi
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 166 reviews

    Located just 10 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Kibi Kibi provides accommodation in San José with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.

    did not use it. There is a large kitchen available.

  • W's Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 771 reviews

    Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, W's Hostel features recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Good for a night if you need to use the bus terminal.

  • Private room in the city
    Budget options available

    Private room in the city, a property with a garden, is set in San José, 7.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, 10 km from Parque Diversiones, as well as 23 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

  • Private Room 1 Queen bed for 1 or 2 Guests in San Jose
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Private Room 1 Queen bed for 1 or 2 Guests in San Jose offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 8.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

  • Carolina Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 32 reviews

    Carolina Hostel, a property with a garden, is set in San José, 5.7 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 7.1 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 10 km from Parque Diversiones.

    Exelente atención, seguiré llendo ya que su clientela es muy selectiva

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in San José

  • Whiskey Barrel
    Central location
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 131 reviews

    Whiskey Barrel, a property with a garden and a bar, is set in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, 4.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, as well as 5.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

    El lugar está muy bonito y el personal muy atento

  • Casa Vilma
    Central location
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 15 reviews

    Boasting accommodation with a patio, Casa Vilma is located in San José. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

    Es un lugar muy acogedor. Su decoración es muy bella. Y la anfitriona me hizo sentir en familia.

  • Hotel Coto
    Central location
    Scored 5.1
    5.1
    Rated passable
    Average
     · 294 reviews

    Hotel Coto is set in San José, 3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, and 7.4 km from Parque Diversiones.

    Todo súper lindo cumplió demasiado mis expectativas

  • Rainforest Guesthouse

    Featuring accommodation with a patio, Rainforest Guesthouse is set in San José. It is situated 48 km from Poas National Park and provides private check-in and check-out.

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  • Avg. price/night: £48.40
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 940 reviews
    I loved my stay at this hostel and will be back. Ana was extremely accommodating and a lovely host. The hostel has a great space to work, a great space to do yoga, a well equipped kitchen and is near to a big supermarket and bus links. I would recommend this hostel for your stay in San Jose.
    Laura
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £49.18
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 394 reviews
    lovely staff and a great hostel.
    DE SMET
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £50.94
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 653 reviews
    For the price i paid i have to give 10 points. It has everything you need and gets cleaned every day. Family that runs the business is also living there so it felt more like a homestay than a hostel. Not many travellers while i was there, which i liked. Wifi worked perfectly. Neighborhood is full of fancy restaurants and for those on a budget there is a walmart in 20 min walking distance.
    Teresa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £131.29
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 223 reviews
    It was a good stopover spot outside of San Jose. Very clean and had friendly staff. It was our first experience with locals in CR. We did not use it as a base to explore the surrounding area so are not aware of nearby attractions.
    Brian
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £111.15
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 915 reviews
    The staff was very friendly, polite, and helpful. We felt very welcomed, and they were genuinely great hosts. Answered every question, including the ones not related to the facilities (e.g., shops, city access, etc) Breakfast was great. Transfer from the airport worked seamlessly. Close to the airport and has parking, which is a gem.
    Nora
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £29.87
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 554 reviews
    Great hostel good location mall , hooters and strip club not too far away for adult entertainment also a nice Church and other places to go to I would recommend staying here clean , quiet , good location and comfortable also good pancakes for breakfast
    Askri
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 561 reviews
    Great hostel. Comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen and very helpful staff. Would stay again
    Heidi-May
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 11 reviews
    The apartment overall was very clean and comfortable. Ernesto was a great host and was super responsive to texts and gave great suggestions for local restaurants. The condo complex was also great. It was so nice to have a pool to relax in. There is also a gym and basketball court available but we didn’t use them. We really liked the apartment and area as a whole. The value for the money is great if you are a solo traveler or a couple on a budget.
    Jeff
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 23 reviews
    Beautiful apartment, great host, easy access, close to everything
    Oasis
    Family with young children

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