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Casa Kibi Kibi

San José

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.

D
Daniel
From
Costa Rica
The staff was very helpful with anything I needed and it has a very good location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$49
1 night, 2 adults
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Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama

San José

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...

T
Thibaud
From
France
Great hostel and great host ! The area is not the best ever but it's fine and most importantly the hostel is really close to the bus station to go anywhere in the country.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults
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Luca hostel

Barrio Escalante, San José

Situated in San José, 5.7 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Luca hostel features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

H
HOWARD
From
United Kingdom
Great location near the busy bars and restaurants.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
US$22.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Haven Hotel

San José

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.

E
Esa
From
Finland
Big room, big comfy bed, fan for cooling, 2 tables, rack for clothes and towel, big window with curtains, private bathroom and shower. Very nice area with restaurants, cafes, sodas and mall in walking distance. The hotel has big patio few meters above street level and is great place to chill.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Price from
US$50.22
1 night, 2 adults
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Viva Guest House

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.

V
Viktória
From
Slovakia
Good location from airport, very nice staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 566 reviews
Price from
US$48.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Casa Jardin del Mango

San José

Located within 48 km of Poas National Park and 800 metres of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica in San José, Casa Jardin del Mango offers accommodation with seating area.

D
Dominika
From
Poland
One of the best places I stayed in in Costa Rica
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews
Price from
US$101.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Carolina hostel

San José

Set in San José, within 48 km of Poas National Park and 5.5 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Carolina hostel offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

S
Silvija
From
Croatia
Everything is good, very clean and quiet hostel. In a good part of city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$21.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Lolas Hostal Hab. doble (baño privado)

San José

Featuring garden views, Lolas Hostal Hab. Doble (baño privado) offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a patio, around 3.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

S
Sofiia
From
Ukraine
I liked the interior design and hospitality
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$25.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Casa de Piedra Escazú

San José

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.

D
David
From
Canada
The atmosphere of the accommodation. Beautiful tropical property. This is an excellent place for those who are independent travelers, not so much for those needing to be pampered. I thought it was a great place to stay. Stayed 15 nights.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults
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W's Hostel

San José

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, W's Hostel features express check-in and check-out and free WiFi. It is set 3.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and offers a shared kitchen.

J
Julie
From
Australia
Perfect for what I wanted. I arrived by Transmonteverde bus from Monteverde at about 6.30pm at the 7-10 terminal. It was dark outside but everything was well lit and there were security guards at the terminal. The hostel is amost directly opposite the terminal entry. The instructions sent to me to get inside were perfect and it was very easy. Someone greeted me once inside and took payment and helped me find kitchen equipment. My room was large and comfy. There is a minimart next to the hostel that was open when I arrived. I had brought food with me and was able to make a meal in the well equipped kitchen at the hostel. As a single woman I felt very safe. I left early the next morning to walk 10 minutes to the Tuasa bus terminal to catch a bus to the airport (which cost about 900 colones). Walking in the area in daylight felt very safe - lots of people and police around.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 953 reviews
Price from
US$31.50
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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 570 reviews

Save money on homestays in San José and nearby – budget options available

SJO Oasis Hostel

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Situated within 46 km of Poas National Park and 3.6 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, SJO Oasis Hostel in San José features a bar and rooms with free WiFi.

From US$129.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Habitacion triple clasica - Casa Esmeralda is situated in San José.

From US$76.84 per night

Set in San José, 4.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Habitación doble delux - Casa Esmeralda offers a garden and air conditioning.

From US$70.06 per night

Located in San José, 4.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Habitación triple confort - Casa Esmeralda offers a garden and air conditioning.

From US$79.10 per night

Casa Iliana

San José
Budget options available

Set in San José, Casa Iliana offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This guest house features a garden. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house.

From US$67.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Hospedaje Turismo Académico Costa Rica provides accommodation with terrace, around 5.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

From US$58.20 per night

Hostel Travesía Urbana

Calle Blancos
Budget options available

Hostel Travesía Urbana is situated in Calle Blancos, 5.8 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 8.5 km from Parque Diversiones.

From US$101.70 per night

Casa Marlui-San José

Curridabat
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Casa Marlui-San José features accommodation with patio, around 11 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

From US$63.28 per night

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Bryan House

Aserrí
Breakfast options

Bryan House is set in Aserrí, 15 km from Parque Diversiones, 29 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, and 30 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester.

From US$113 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Boasting accommodation with a balcony, Lolas Hostal (Hab. Privada) baño compartido is located in San José.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Featuring garden views, Lolas Hostal Hab. Doble (baño privado) offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a patio, around 3.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Boasting city views, Lolas Hostal Apartamento Equipado offers accommodation with a balcony, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Casa Vilma

San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in San José, 4.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Habitacion familiar - Casa Esmeralda offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a patio...

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Habitacion doble delux - Casa Esmeralda is set in San José. It is located 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and offers a shared kitchen.

From US$70.06 per night

Casa Aldaba

San José
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.

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in San José and nearby

Featuring accommodation with a patio, Habitación doble económica - Casa Esmeralda is located in San José. It is set 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and provides a shared kitchen.

From US$50.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Habitación doble pequeña - Casa Esmeralda is situated in San José.

From US$58.76 per night

Casa Aldaba

San José
Central location

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10 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.

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