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Our top choices for Central Valley hostels

Deluxe Double Room | Bed sheets

1. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Very convenient to get to and from the airport and the included bfast was delicious"
United States
Matt
The price is ￥4,805
￥5,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Toucan Hostel
Interior

2. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (243 reviews)
"Staff was beyond amazing. They helped us out tremendously during a stressful middle of the night travel situation. It's not luxury but it's very convenient, clean, bed was comfortable, free shuttle to airport and the staff was wonderful."
United States
Miriam
The price is ￥3,160
￥6,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Standard Room | WiFi (free)

3. Luca

Luca
1.0 star property
Barrio Escalante
The price is ￥3,067
￥3,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Luca
Restaurant

4. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"The staff here are fantastic, always happy to help and make your stay enjoyable. Good food in the kitchen downstairs, as well as events hosted during the evenings. 10/10 would recommend!!!"
Canada
Ethan
The price is ￥7,373
￥8,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Viajero San José Hostel
Interior

5. In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
1.5 star property
San Pedro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"Great Hostel to Stay at. Clean, Quiet, Great Value for the $ and the Breakfast is Awesome"
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥3,448
￥3,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

6. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
7.8 out of 10, Good, (353 reviews)
"Excellent atmosphere especially for meeting other travelers from around the world"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is ￥1,526
￥3,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Bathroom sink

7. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"I loved my stay everyone was super friendly. Central area and great view. I felt safe. The kitchen and outdoor washroom was also very nice"
Canada
Salimah
The price is ￥6,916
￥7,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Living room

8. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. I was pleasantly surprised by how excellent the interior was. There are several common areas including a full kitchen and all are well maintained and well thought out. Very beautiful."
United States
Barry
The price is ￥3,901
￥7,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Lolas Hostal
Shared fridge, shared microwave

9. Casa Colibri Chirripo

Casa Colibri Chirripo
1.0 star property
Rivas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Amazing property, well thought out comfy beds with fans / power / lights for each….. two different density pillows! There is a nice path to the river and comfy chairs to lounge in. Owners are super friendly and communication was easy. Parking lot is on the left side of the road about 100 feet before you reach the property on the right side of the road. "
United States
Jonathan
The price is ￥8,184
￥9,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Casa Colibri Chirripo
Staircase

10. Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (32 reviews)
"It was more of a hostile than a hotel. But the people were friendly, and it was comfortable to stay."
United States
Deborah
The price is ￥9,100
￥10,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Gaudys Hotel
Lobby

11. Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (147 reviews)
"It's close to downtown and the tica bus station. "
Canada
Tyler
The price is ￥9,973
￥11,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Hostel Casa Colon
Comfort Bungalow | Living area | Printers

12. Perla verde hostel y tours en la zona

Perla verde hostel y tours en la zona
2.0 star property
La Virgen
The price is ￥4,938
￥5,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Perla verde hostel y tours en la zona
Free daily continental breakfast

13. Finca Guarumo - Hostel

Finca Guarumo - Hostel
1.5 star property
Las Horquetas
The price is ￥5,459
￥6,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Finca Guarumo - Hostel
Meeting facility

14. Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (24 reviews)
"Amazing for solo travelers highly recommend! "
Canada
Nicolas
The price is ￥5,770
￥6,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
Standard Room | WiFi (free)

15. Casa Madonna Hotel

Casa Madonna Hotel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms ! Good breakfast ! Friendly staff (gracias a Leidi)"
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥5,818
￥6,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Casa Madonna Hotel
Junior Studio | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

16. Hostel Cattleya

Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (70 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Divya
The price is ￥2,873
￥3,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Hostel Cattleya
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

17. Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (223 reviews)
"Comfortable room, convenient location, reasonable price "
United States
David
The price is ￥7,525
￥8,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Poshtel Arenal
Living area

18. Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown

Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is ￥6,205
￥7,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
Terrace/patio

19. Ukinca Hostel

Ukinca Hostel
2.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
6.4 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"BesT hosTeL I’ve ever stayed out . No creepy men roaming the property. Felt Extremely safe. Extremely convenient location. 3 restaurants and a cafe in the immediate area. 10 minutes walk to center of town with Supermarkets, banks, and close to the Waterfall ! "
United States
Chelsea
The price is ￥6,464
￥7,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Ukinca Hostel
Triple Room, Balcony | Terrace/patio

20. Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (90 reviews)
"Great location to shops and restaurants. Booked all excursions through hostel, they were super helpful in arranging everything we needed."
United Kingdom
JULIE
The price is ￥6,723
￥7,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
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Central Valley Hostels information

Number of reviews
272
Accommodation
30 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,246
Highest Price
￥11,270