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The colonial-style Costa Rica Guest house offers a green tropical garden and patio with complimentary Wi-Fi, Co-Work space and two private parking. The spacious rooms feature dorms (female, male, mixted), standard rooms and private suites Costa Rica Guest house offers coffee and tea throughout the day in the communal lounge and a breakfast for 3500 colones only! There is also a TV lounge with a licensed bar and restaurant. A business center is available for meeting. In the immediate vicinity of Costa Rica Guest house are various museums and the lively Barrio Escalante with lots of lively bars and restaurant. We are located in a safe area near a police station. The International Airport of San Jose is 20 minutes’ by car and bus terminals only 10mn away from the Guest house.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, American, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
or
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
8.4

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michaela
    Canada Canada
    I have stayed here a few different times, alone and with family. The rooms are spacious, simple, clean, and comfortably priced. 24 hour check in a convenient bonus.
  • Pattamon
    Thailand Thailand
    A short walk to center. Clean and spacious dorm and bathrooms. Comfortable bed with curtain, private light and power socket. Strong wifi was great. 2 hostels by the same owner next to one another: this ‘guesthouse’ one has a more calm vibe while...
  • José
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    The front desk staff is very nice. Goos location. The parking is a plus.
  • Stevemck
    United States of America United States of America
    An aging but well-maintained property which has both hotel and hostel accommodations. Hotel rooms were basic, but everything worked. Wifi was good in the lobby and in some rooms, but weak in others. Small enclosed patio will be nice on sunny...
  • Suhas
    Canada Canada
    Well kept and clean property. Close to city center and the receptionist is amazing
  • H
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    It is great value for the nightly fee. I have stayed many times in a double room with shared bathroom. And I will stay there again.
  • James
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    The location wss excellent. The backpakers resturant was perfect for nearby meals. Tea in the lobby was also a plus on those rainy days.
  • James
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable.
  • Charlotte
    Austria Austria
    Great location, good value, big room and comfy bed, i had a huge window with a balcony. the house is welcoming and the staff helpful
  • Yeni
    Colombia Colombia
    The room was bigger, the hotel is close to the main places to visit

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • BAR-PACKERS
    • Cuisine
      Local • International • Latin American • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional

Amenities of Costa Rica Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Towels

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Lockers
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business center
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Smoke-free property
    • Car rental
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Spa

    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Spanish
    • French

    House rules
    Costa Rica Guesthouse takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Refundable damage deposit
    A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Parking is subject to availability.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Costa Rica Guesthouse

    • Costa Rica Guesthouse is 0.9 miles from the center of San José. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Costa Rica Guesthouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Happy hour
      • Live music/Performance
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Nightclub/DJ
    • Guests staying at Costa Rica Guesthouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • American
      • Breakfast to go
    • Check-in at Costa Rica Guesthouse is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Costa Rica Guesthouse has 1 restaurant:

      • BAR-PACKERS
    • The prices at Costa Rica Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Costa Rica Guesthouse include:

      • Double
      • Bed in Dorm