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About this property

Located in central San José, Costa Rica Backpackers offers an outdoor pool, gardens, an international restaurant and a communal kitchen with free tea and coffee. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. This functional hostel offers a mix of private rooms and shared dormitories, all with shared bathrooms. Each room has a fan and features views of the gardens. The hostel’s tour desk can arrange a variety of activities, including rafting and bungee jumping. You can also book trips to a turtle sanctuary, the Arenal Volcano or the La Paz Waterfalls. The property also offers an airport shuttle service, 24-hour front desk. Costa Rica Backpackers is located near bars and restaurants of the lively La California district. The National Museum is a 5-minute walk away, while Plaza de la Cultura is a 15-minute walk away. Parking is available on-site. We have a Bar & restaurant called BAR PACKERS. We offer free parking, storage and free coffee from 5am until 2pm, and co-Working access. All our dorm beds have individual USB port, light, curtains and locker. We can accommodate large groups. Your property description is created according to the facilities and amenities you add. It’s then translated into multiple languages. This can increase your bookings because it appeals to all potential guests.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
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1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Danielle
United States United States
Pool, microwave, kitchen, free cofee in the morning. Very nice staff. Affordable.
Alpha93
Greece Greece
Pool was present, there was also a bar that you could get food and breakfast there, not included in the price of the accommodation but was decent. Since it's a hostel don't expect fancy rooms or like luxury rooms or beds. Typical hostel beds, etc...
Pier-anne
Canada Canada
Sure there were a lot of people and it could be noisy at times but it has everything you could ask for from a hostel in a large city, including a very reasonable price point.
Rousanova
Russia Russia
cheap, ok location, pool, clean bathrooms and common spaces
Stephanie
United States United States
The room was perfect for my friend and I, we had a long day of travel and just needed a good nights sleep. The bathroom was right by us but with the fan running and our sound machine we didn't hear anything. It was very comfortable as well.
Hillier
United States United States
The staff are very lovely, helpful, and communicative. The food was a delicious introduction into Costa Rican cuisine. There are locks on the door, which made my first hostel experience feel very safe
Francisco
Argentina Argentina
The hostel is not far away from downtown. It has got a restaurant, a bar and a very nice swimming pool. The bed was very comfortable. Bathrooms were not that clean but perhaps was because of the amount of people that were staying there. The staff...
Roxann
United States United States
Restaurant / bar Atmosphere was like a resort Fan in room Starbucks short walk
Sally
United States United States
Outdoor seating area bar and restaurant. Spacious
Ahmed
United States United States
Clean hostel, location good,super nice morning check in staff member

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Latin American
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly

House rules

Costa Rica Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 1:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 40 years old
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Costa Rica Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.