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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...

M
Mia
From
United Kingdom
Had a really good stay here the property is super clean and a well stocked kitchen. The staff were super helpful and attentive. The property was also so good and secure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 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
endrit
From
Germany
Perfect location, super friendly family managing the place. Can only reccomend it. Thank you for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 194 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.

M
Marie
From
United States
Hostess was extremely kind and helpful and genorous. Rooms were very clean and lovely. Beds super comfy! Breakfast very good!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 564 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.

S
Sandhia
From
United Kingdom
A lovely small place. Our room was clean and comfortable. We were very delayed arriving due to our flight delays and the lovely man at reception assured us it was fine and was at the hotel to greet us. We walked to a local restaurant in the evening and it seemed safe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews
Price from
US$87.45
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.

M
Matthias
From
Germany
W's Hostel is a traveler's heaven in an rather unpleasant area of San Jose. Very nice equipped kitchen and run by helpful and trustworthy people. Can highly recommend if you want to catch an early bus or want to be close to the bus station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 949 reviews
Price from
US$31.50
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

D
David
From
Portugal
David is the nicest host. New hostel, very good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Price from
US$119.60
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Highly rated guest houses in San José and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - 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 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 21 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 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 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...

    From US$56.50 per night
  • 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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  • 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 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.

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

  • SJO Oasis Hostel

    San José
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 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

  • 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

  • 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

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