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Travel insights for hostels in San José

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in San José including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in San José?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in San José is October (€8). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San José is November (€47).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in San José?

The cheapest day to stay in San José is Tuesday (€15). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is €52.
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Cheapest hostels in San José, San José Province

Discover affordable stays in San José, San José Province that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in San José, San José Province can be found for as low as €14 per night. There is currently one property in San José, San José Province that can be booked for this price. Burnt Toast Surfcamp is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San José, San José Province. Price data was last updated on 3 July 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in San José for the selected dates. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
Burnt Toast Surfcamp
Burnt Toast Surfcamp

Burnt Toast Surfcamp

400 Metros Este de Calle Principal 160, Nosara, Costa Rica
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€14
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Hostel La Botella de Leche - Tamarindo
Hostel La Botella de Leche - Tamarindo

Hostel La Botella de Leche - Tamarindo

50 Meters From Banco Nacional, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€15
Avg. per night
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Hostel Casa Colon
Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon

Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte, San José, Costa Rica
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€21
Avg. per night
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Hostel del Paseo
Hostel del Paseo

Hostel del Paseo

Enfrente de Torres de Paseo Colon, San José, Costa Rica
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€31
Avg. per night
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Hostal Del Este Santa Fe
Hostal Del Este Santa Fe

Hostal Del Este Santa Fe

Avenida 8, Calle 3 y 5, San José, Costa Rica
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€31
Avg. per night
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Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Avenida 16 A Y Calle 60 A, Sabana Sur, San José, Costa Rica
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€35
Avg. per night
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Selina Jaco - Adults Only
Selina Jaco - Adults Only

Selina Jaco - Adults Only

Calle Alice, 100 South And 50, Jacó, Costa Rica
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€84
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in San José, San José Province

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La Tigra Rainforest Lodge
La Tigra Rainforest Lodge

La Tigra Rainforest Lodge

Tigra, Costa Rica
3.6 km from city centre
€62
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Clusia Lodge
Clusia Lodge

Clusia Lodge

San José, Costa Rica
37.4 km from city centre
€92
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Mango Boulevard Hotel
Mango Boulevard Hotel

Mango Boulevard Hotel

San José, Costa Rica
3.5 km from city centre
€38
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Eco Stay Hostel
Eco Stay Hostel

Eco Stay Hostel

Calle 27A Edificio Dos Plantas, San José, Costa Rica
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€21
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Selina San Jose
Selina San Jose

Selina San Jose

Ave. 9, Calles 13 y 15, San José, Costa Rica
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€46
Avg. per night
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Costa Rica Guesthouse
Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, Costa Rica
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€8
Avg. per night
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Villa Creole
Villa Creole

Villa Creole

Jacó, Costa Rica
0.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€64
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in San José, San José Province

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within San José to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 3 July 2025.
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Facts about staying in San José, San José Province

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San José to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 3 July 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in San José?

    €23/night is an average price for a hostel in San José throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in June is the most expensive month to book, and in June is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found San José hostels for as low as €8/night. In general, San José hostels for €20 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in San José?

    Based on our data, Poshtel Arenal is the best San José hostel, with a rating of 7.8/10 from 2,808 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Poshtel Arenal is the nearest hostel in San José to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, at a distance of 71.4 km.

  • What area of San José is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood is Carmen, with 33% of our users looking to stay in San José searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Casa Escalante Hostel is a popular hostel in Carmen that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

  • Should I stay in a San José hostel?

    Staying in a San José hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in San José tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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