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Our top choices for Costa Rica hostels

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1. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (45 reviews)
"The room was clean & well kept. The bed was comfortable. Good stay overall"
United States
Henry
The price is P1,935
P2,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Toucan Hostel
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows.

2. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (371 reviews)
The price is P551
P1,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.

3. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
The price is P2,567
P2,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Viajero San José Hostel
A modern interior with large windows, a wooden ceiling, and a variety of seating arrangements.

4. Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Very clean and modern set-up. They do an excellent job of creating a social environment for travellers. The hangout spots are top notch!"
United States
Jacob
The price is P2,265
P2,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
Sundeck

5. Socialtel La Fortuna

Socialtel La Fortuna
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (202 reviews)
Socialtel La Fortuna
A courtyard with a seating area, a hammock, and a variety of plants.

6. Hostel La Choza Inn

Hostel La Choza Inn
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
7.8 out of 10, Good, (232 reviews)
"Great place, cheap, serves the purpose"
United States
Roberto
Hostel La Choza Inn
A pool area with lounge chairs, a thatched-roof structure, and flamingos.

7. Saranda Boutique Hotel

Saranda Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Cahuita
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
The price is P6,722
P7,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Saranda Boutique Hotel
A covered entrance with a wooden door, surrounded by plants and a pool area.

8. Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel

Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cóbano
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (27 reviews)
The price is P1,902
P2,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel
A hallway with a tiled floor, dark walls, and artwork on the sides.

9. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (245 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
The price is P1,129
P2,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.

10. Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (35 reviews)
"Bathrooms always dirty you have to rent a towel"
United States
Ace
The price is P2,660
P3,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Gaudys Hotel
A modern bathroom with a large white sink, a patterned tile backsplash, and a small garden area with a pergola.

11. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay here, the environment was very clean & I felt really comfortable."
United States
Henry
The price is P2,542
P2,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

12. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
The price is P1,585
P2,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Lolas Hostal
Exterior

13. Socialtel Santa Teresa South

Socialtel Santa Teresa South
3.0 star property
Cóbano
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Good place "
United States
Stiven
Socialtel Santa Teresa South
A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, glass doors leading to a seating area, and a lush green backdrop.

14. Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
4.5 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Probably the best vacation we have ever had largely because of this location, quality of the room, and the exceptional service. Restaurant was amazing."
United States
Kenneth
The price is P19,318
P21,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
Shared kitchen

15. La Tribu Boutique Hostel for Women

La Tribu Boutique Hostel for Women
1.0 star property
Cahuita
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Stuff is really rude. The volounteer are really nice and the girls staying there too. I would recommand this place only if you plan to stay for a few days because otherwise it become really unpleaseant because of the staff vibe."
Canada
Justine
The price is P1,559
P1,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
La Tribu Boutique Hostel for Women
A structure made of large cylindrical wooden barrels arranged in a circular pattern, with a central staircase connecting them.

16. Pipe House Playa Grande

Pipe House Playa Grande
2.5 star property
Cabo Velas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Awesome experience. Felipe put a lot of love into this place."
United States
pamela
The price is P4,039
P4,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Pipe House Playa Grande
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative wall, and a wooden floor.

17. Luca

Luca
1.0 star property
Barrio Escalante
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
The price is P1,749
P1,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Luca
A waterfront property with a dining area, a covered outdoor space, and a multi-story building with illuminated windows.

18. Pura Natura Riverside

Pura Natura Riverside
2.0 star property
Colorado
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23 reviews)
The price is P3,832
P4,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Pura Natura Riverside
A well-lit outdoor area with a pool, hammocks, and seating areas surrounded by palm trees.

19. Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (229 reviews)
"Comfortable room, convenient location, reasonable price "
United States
David
The price is P3,182
P3,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Poshtel Arenal
A person pointing at a hanging nest in a natural setting.

20. Río Danta Hostel

Río Danta Hostel
1.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
The price is P1,939
P2,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Río Danta Hostel
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Top Costa Rica Hotel Reviews

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Property was very clean, the staff was very polite, professional and efficient. There’s nothing that I really didn’t like"
John 6-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

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Costa Rica Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,631
Accommodation
152 Hostels
Lowest Price
P1,377
Highest Price
P21,830

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