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Our top choices for Oriental hostels

A room with a wooden ceiling, a large map on the wall, a red patterned sofa, and a glass door leading outside.

1. 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 ￥3,550
￥4,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative wall, and a wooden floor.

2. Luca

Luca
1.0 star property
Barrio Escalante
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
The price is ￥4,006
￥4,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Luca
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

3. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (66 reviews)
"One of the cleanest places I have stayed."
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
The price is ￥6,959
￥7,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Viajero San José Hostel
A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

4. 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 ￥3,539
￥6,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Lolas Hostal
A spacious living area with a red sofa, wooden flooring, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

5. 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 ￥10,071
￥11,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Hostel Casa Colon
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 ￥1,382
￥3,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
A patio area with two chairs, a table, and various cacti and plants.

7. 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 ￥5,623
￥6,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.

8. 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 ￥5,932
￥6,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Gaudys Hotel
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Top Oriental Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

10/10 Excellent
"Buena ubicación."
Román 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hilton San Jose La Sabana

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Oriental Hostels information

Number of reviews
592
Accommodation
16 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,455
Highest Price
￥11,380

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Oriental?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 65°F. The rainiest months in Oriental are October, June, August, and September, with each month seeing an average of 24 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Oriental?
Get out into nature with places like Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu, Irazu Volcano National Park, and National Park. Cultural attractions include Cartago Municipal Museum, National Museum of Costa Rica, and National Theater of Costa Rica. Locals like to shop at San Pedro Mall and Mercado Central.
What's the best way to get to and around Oriental while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Oriental in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), located 16.6 mi (26.6 km) from the city center. An alternative is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is 21.8 mi (35.1 km) away.