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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in San José is September (S$ 27). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San José is January (S$ 35).

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

The cheapest day to stay in San José is Tuesday (S$ 22). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is S$ 149.

How much is a hostel in San José tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in San José tonight starting as low as S$ 15, rising to an average cost of S$ 50, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in San José for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in San José?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 53 days before your trip to San José. The lowest price found when booking 53 days ahead was S$ 13 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in San José, Costa Rica

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in San José. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
Costa Rica Backpackers
Costa Rica Backpackers

Costa Rica Backpackers

Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, San José, Costa Rica
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 28
Avg. per night
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In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

100 Meters West of Escuela De La Roosevelt, San José, Costa Rica
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 28
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
S$ 51
Avg. per night
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Viajero San José Hostel
Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel

Ave 9, Calles 13 Y 15, San José, Costa Rica
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 55
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
S$ 85
Avg. per night
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Other accommodation in San José

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana By IHG
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana By IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana By IHG

Sabana Norte, San José, Costa Rica
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 166
Avg. per night
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Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Calle Central Y Tercera Av. 15, San José, Costa Rica
2.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 127
Avg. per night
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Costa Rica Backpackers
Costa Rica Backpackers

Costa Rica Backpackers

Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, San José, Costa Rica
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 28
Avg. per night
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In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

100 Meters West of Escuela De La Roosevelt, San José, Costa Rica
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 28
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in San José

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Facts about staying in San José

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

    San José hostels are S$ 264/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In August is often the cheapest month to book, and in July is the most expensive month to book a hostel in San José. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 13/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in San José for S$ 25/night or less a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in San José?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in San José is Costa Rica Backpackers. 4,382 users from HotelsCombined gave the Costa Rica Backpackers a 7.8/10 rating.

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

    It is 16.9 km to get from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Costa Rica Backpackers (the nearest San José hostel to the airport).

  • Should I stay in a San José hostel?

    Hostels in San José tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. San José hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

  • Does San José have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, San José has 1 hostel with “Air-conditioned” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Costa Rica Backpackers is the most popular San José hostel with this amenity.

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