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Our top choices for Central Valley hostels

Room

1. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful."
United States
Paul
The price is ￥4,620
￥5,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Toucan Hostel
A reception area with a reception desk, a clock, a plant, and a seating area with stools.

2. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (246 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥2,698
￥6,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with green bedding, a wardrobe, and a nightstand.

3. Selune

Selune
2.0 star property
Alajuela
The price is ￥5,642
￥6,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Selune
A spacious living area with a red sofa, wooden flooring, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

4. Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (146 reviews)
"It's close to downtown and the tica bus station. "
Canada
Tyler
The price is ￥9,907
￥11,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hostel Casa Colon
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative wall, and a wooden floor.

5. Luca

Luca
1.0 star property
Barrio Escalante
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
The price is ￥4,063
￥4,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Luca
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows.

6. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (373 reviews)
"Staff were super friendly and very helpful!"
Canada
Kiera
The price is ￥1,123
￥3,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

7. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (65 reviews)
"One of the cleanest places I have stayed."
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
The price is ￥6,415
￥7,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Viajero San José Hostel
A patio area with two chairs, a table, and various cacti and plants.

8. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay here, the environment was very clean & I felt really comfortable."
United States
Henry
The price is ￥5,648
￥6,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A room with a wooden ceiling, a large map on the wall, a red patterned sofa, and a glass door leading outside.

9. In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
1.5 star property
San Pedro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"Great Hostel to Stay at. Clean, Quiet, Great Value for the $ and the Breakfast is Awesome"
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥3,530
￥3,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

10. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (51 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 ￥3,673
￥6,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Lolas Hostal
A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.

11. Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (35 reviews)
"Bathrooms always dirty you have to rent a towel"
United States
Ace
The price is ￥2,064
￥2,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Gaudys Hotel
A rustic wooden cabin with a covered porch, a hammock, and a dining area.

12. Finca Guarumo - Hostel

Finca Guarumo - Hostel
1.5 star property
Las Horquetas
The price is ￥5,365
￥6,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Finca Guarumo - Hostel
A table with a bowl of bread, a vase with green plants, and a coffee maker.

13. Casa Colibri Chirripo

Casa Colibri Chirripo
2.0 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 ￥7,843
￥8,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Casa Colibri Chirripo
A modern interior with large windows, a wooden ceiling, and a variety of seating arrangements.

14. Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"This was my favorite hostel out of all the hostels I stayed in in Costa Rica. The blending of beautiful scenery with a bar overlooking the river and the hamburgers were amazing and so are the night walks!!"
United States
Rachel
The price is ￥5,598
￥6,326 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
A well-lit outdoor area with a pool, hammocks, and seating areas surrounded by palm trees.

15. Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (230 reviews)
"Comfortable room, convenient location, reasonable price "
United States
David
The price is ￥7,704
￥8,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Poshtel Arenal
A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, glass doors leading to a seating area, and a lush green backdrop.

16. Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara

Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
4.5 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Probably the best vacation we have ever had largely because of this location, quality of the room, and the exceptional service. Restaurant was amazing."
United States
Kenneth
The price is ￥62,055
￥70,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Noah's Hideaway by Tifakara
A courtyard with a tiled floor, a white building, and a covered seating area with chairs.

17. Hostel del Pacífico

Hostel del Pacífico
3.0 star property
Puntarenas
The price is ￥6,282
￥7,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Hostel del Pacífico
Exterior

18. Casa Jungla Hostel

Casa Jungla Hostel
1.5 star property
Jacó
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Nice stay"
Canada
Hendrika
The price is ￥9,593
￥10,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Casa Jungla Hostel
A modern hotel with a unique curved architecture, outdoor pool, and lounge area.

19. Room2Board Hostel and Surf School

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School
2.0 star property
Jacó
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"The staff is so friendly and helpful. This place is great. Clean, comfortable and so close to the beach. Perfect!"
United States
Camielle
The price is ￥11,922
￥13,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Room2Board Hostel and Surf School
A gym with exercise equipment, a stone wall, and a window overlooking greenery.

20. Río Danta Hostel

Río Danta Hostel
1.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Very nice hostel for a very reasonable price. I would recommend this hostel for other travelers"
United States
Reyes
The price is ￥4,842
￥5,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Río Danta Hostel
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Top Central Valley Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent
"El personal muy atento y el lugar muy bien ubicado. La comida deliciosa."
Darlyn 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

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Central Valley Hostels information

Number of reviews
971
Accommodation
30 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥2,332
Highest Price
￥70,122