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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 December ($59). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San José is February ($217).

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

The cheapest day to stay in San José is Wednesday ($60). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $77.
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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 $17 per night. There is currently one property in San José, San José Province that can be booked for this price. Costa Rica Backpackers 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 September 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in San José for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
Costa Rica Backpackers
Costa Rica Backpackers

Costa Rica Backpackers

Avenida 6, Between Calle 21 & 25, San José, Costa Rica
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$17
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
$42
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
$43
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
$61
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in San José, San José Province

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Villa Creole
Villa Creole

Villa Creole

Jacó, Costa Rica
0.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$124
Avg. per night
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Lomas del Caribe
Lomas del Caribe

Lomas del Caribe

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
3.9 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
$663
Avg. per night
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Canto del Mar #20
Canto del Mar #20

Canto del Mar #20

Dominical, Costa Rica
2.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$353
Avg. per night
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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
Airport shuttle
$124
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in San José

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

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

    $56/night is an average price for a hostel in San José throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in August is the most expensive month to book, and in August is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found San José hostels for as low as $15/night. In general, San José hostels for $50 or less are 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. 3,631 users from HotelsCombined gave the Costa Rica Backpackers a 7.8/10 rating.

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

    The closest San José hostel to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is Costa Rica Backpackers, which is 16.9 km away.

  • What is the most popular hostel in San José closest to Museo Nacional de Costa Rica?

    Costa Rica Backpackers happens to be the most popular San José hostel near Museo Nacional de Costa Rica among our users. The Costa Rica Backpackers has a current rating of 7.8 from 3,631 HotelsCombined travellers. Museo Nacional de Costa Rica is also conveniently located just 0.4 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a San José hostel?

    Aside from the fact that San José hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in San José.

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

    1 hostel in San José currently have “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Costa Rica Backpackers, which is the most popular hostel in San José with this amenity.

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