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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.

S
Sophie
From
Germany
Very lovely and caring host who loves to give advise for the holiday. Super friendly. Location close to supermarkets. Great experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

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...

J
Justina
From
Lithuania
It's done very nicely and the environment feels welcoming. Very short walk from the Tracopa bus station. The kitchen is well-equipped and tidy. The hostel was like a treat after a long trip from Panama. I also had a dorm for myself for that night so I rested a lot. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Price from
US$20
1 night, 2 adults

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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
Price from
US$69.06
1 night, 2 adults

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
Veronika
From
Czech Republic
Very nice room, super clean, good price of value and welcoming host.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
Price from
US$44.55
1 night, 2 adults

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.

R
Radim
From
Czech Republic
great location, walking distance to city centre, beautiful park close by. for first visit and experince in Costa Rica great location. also staff was very helpfull and help us rent a car for very good price. also at the reception desk everyone speak very good English
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 601 reviews
Price from
US$89.90
1 night, 2 adults

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 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Price from
US$25.20
1 night, 2 adults

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.

N
Nik
From
Slovenia
Coasy place, good price, good for catching the bus. Just a quick walk down the street lots of markets and food vendors, bakeries.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 926 reviews
Price from
US$31.50
1 night, 2 adults

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 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
US$21.60
1 night, 2 adults

SJO Oasis Hostel

San José

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.

T
Timo
From
Germany
I arrived pretty late, everything was super uncomplicated. Comfortable bed, clean bathrooms. Close to the Musoc and the Tracopa Bus stations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Price from
US$119.60
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 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 926 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews

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

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$73.45 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.

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

Home 333 Habitacion 331

Escazu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Home 333 Habitacion 331, a property with a garden, is situated in Escazu, 5.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 6.6 km from Parque Diversiones, as well as 20 km from Parque Viva.

From US$80.06 per night

Bryan House

Aserrí
Budget options available

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

Galeon House

San Rafael
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located in San Rafael and only 49 km from Poas National Park, Galeon House provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$98.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal Hab. 2 (Baño Compartido) provides accommodation with a terrace, around 4.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 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.

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 50 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$142.95 per night

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$56.50 per night

Featuring accommodation with a patio, Habitaciones Smith is set in San José. It is situated 48 km from Poas National Park and provides private check-in and check-out.

From US$28.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Boasting accommodation with a patio, Casa Vilma - Habitación A is located in San José.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Hostel La Cali Inn, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is located in San José, 4.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 6.3 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 9.3 km from...

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...

Delcafetalcr

San José
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews

Situated 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.2 km from Parque Diversiones, Delcafetalcr provides accommodation located in San José.

From US$25.98 per night

Enjoy breakfast in San José and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Located in San José, Bambu-Rivera Club Residences offers a terrace with mountain and pool views, as well as a year-round outdoor pool, sauna and fitness room.

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.

Casa Aldaba

San José
Breakfast options

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.

Habitaciones Smith is situated in San José, 5.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, 6.3 km from Parque Diversiones, and 18 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

Casa Kitus

San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

Casa Kitus in San José provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

From US$33.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

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

From US$70.06 per night

Situated 43 km from Poas National Park, Habitación con baño, parqueo y seguridad features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 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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