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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 8 Max

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel, you're just a quick walk from Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception, plus an outdoor pool.

  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Within a 15-minute walk of National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.5 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 2.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Everyone (2)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 12 Dec 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Jan 2020 by melia

thank you for your comment, for the train we can not do anything but good news: the government will replace it with much less noisy electric

2 out of 5
We had a double private room which was very small and no window with daylight. And there were bugs or fleas in the mattress, I was full of bites.

Posted by on 30 May 2019

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This San José hostel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Separate dining area

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station (0.4 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offers 31 accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. This San José hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

  • Dining room
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer available
  • Safe
  • Ceiling fan

Food & Drink

The hostel hosts a free manager's reception daily.

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel has a restaurant on site.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 28 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: USD 5 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel San Jose
  • Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel
  • Costa Rica Backpackers San Jose
  • Costa Rica Backpackers
  • Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel
  • Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel San José
  • Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

You should know

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
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