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Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
7.8 out of 10, Good, (329 reviews)
"The hammocks and pool are awesome "
United States
helen
The price is P526
P1,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Interior

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (227 reviews)
"Airport shuttle is a big plus! The room was clean and perfect for a short stay. Very noisy at night. "
United States
Marie
The price is P810
P2,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Restaurant

Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff especially Andreas hotel has a lot of character. "
United States
Simeon
The price is P2,496
P2,820 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Viajero San José Hostel
Garden

Hostel La Choza Inn

Hostel La Choza Inn
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
7.8 out of 10, Good, (227 reviews)
"Close to down town. Parking on the street. Pleasant stay."
Canada
Hendrika
The price is P2,431
P2,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Hostel La Choza Inn
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (212 reviews)
"We loved our stay in La Fortuna at Poshtel Arenal! "
United States
Jessica
The price is P3,197
P3,612 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Poshtel Arenal
Bar (on property)

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great hostel to meet people. Everyone is really helpful the staff help with everything and was super friendly."
Germany
Nina
The price is P2,687
P3,036 total
includes taxes & fees
May 5 - May 6
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
Sundeck

Socialtel La Fortuna

Socialtel La Fortuna
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (202 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much would recommend "
Canada
Bonnie
Socialtel La Fortuna
Bed sheets

Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, very close to the airport. "
Canada
Alex
The price is P1,912
P2,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Toucan Hostel
Garden view

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (22 reviews)
"Great staff, lovely grounds"
United States
Lauren
The price is P3,745
P4,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
Interior

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
1.5 star property
San Pedro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Great Hostel to Stay at. Clean, Quiet, Great Value for the $ and the Breakfast is Awesome"
United States
Joseph
The price is P1,351
P1,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
Bathroom sink

Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 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 P2,705
P3,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Restaurant

Arenal Hostel Resort

Arenal Hostel Resort
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (20 reviews)
"Nice rooms! Excelent location! Great staff! "
United States
Kristapor
The price is P4,742
P5,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Arenal Hostel Resort
Daily full breakfast for a fee

Pupa House

Pupa House
2.0 star property
Tamarindo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"I really loved my experience at Pupa House, and it really was that perfect accommodation for my tamarindo experience. Incredibly kind and helpful staff, delicious smoothies at their cafe, and a refreshing pool. Staying in a capsule hotel was a fun and new experience, even for someone like me who's a little tall 😂"
United States
Weylin
The price is P4,233
P7,850 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Pupa House
View from room

La Botella de Leche - Hostel

La Botella de Leche - Hostel
2.0 star property
Tamarindo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (66 reviews)
"Great stay! Nice accommodations- super friendly "
United States
Paul
The price is P3,238
P3,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
La Botella de Leche - Hostel
Exterior

Socialtel Santa Teresa

Socialtel Santa Teresa
3.0 star property
Cóbano
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Good place "
United States
Stiven
Socialtel Santa Teresa
Front of property

Pura Natura Riverside

Pura Natura Riverside
2.0 star property
Colorado
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Great friendly place"
United States
Nathan
The price is P3,567
P4,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Pura Natura Riverside
Porch

Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado

Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado
2.0 star property
Puerto Jiménez
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (60 reviews)
"Friendly, quick and easy check-in "
United States
Jill
The price is P2,971
P4,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Hotel Hoja de Oro Corcovado
Staircase

Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Awesome "
United States
Martin
The price is P2,971
P3,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Gaudys Hotel
Outdoor pool

The Nomadic Hotel

The Nomadic Hotel
3.0 star property
Nosara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
"Beautiful boutique hotel. Clean rooms, comfortable beds, beautiful pool, lush landscaping, great location and extremely helpful staff made our stay in Nosara the most memorable we had in Costa Rica. Definitely recommend!"
United States
Ronald
The price is P16,152
P18,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
The Nomadic Hotel
Yoga

Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel

Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cóbano
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Great!"
United States
Kendall
The price is P3,305
P3,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel
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Top Costa Rica Hotel Reviews

Condovac la Costa

Condovac la Costa

6/10 Okay
"Property needs some TLC. Needs a facelift "
Beverly 6-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Condovac la Costa

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Costa Rica Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,064
Accommodation
124 Hostels
Lowest Price
P1,315
Highest Price
P18,252

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