The 10 best homestays in San José, Costa Rica

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Casa Kibi Kibi

San José

Located just 10 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Kibi Kibi provides accommodation in San José with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.

Daniel

From

Costa Rica

The staff was very helpful with anything I needed and it has a very good location.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews

Price from

US$49

1 night, 2 adults

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Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama

San José

Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan...

Justina

From

Lithuania

It's done very nicely and the environment feels welcoming. Very short walk from the Tracopa bus station. The kitchen is well-equipped and tidy. The hostel was like a treat after a long trip from Panama. I also had a dorm for myself for that night so I rested a lot. Thank you!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Price from

US$35

1 night, 2 adults

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Haven Hotel

San José

Featuring a garden and views of inner courtyard, Haven Hotel is a recently renovated guest house located in San José, 5.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Esa

From

Finland

Big room, big comfy bed, fan for cooling, 2 tables, rack for clothes and towel, big window with curtains, private bathroom and shower. Very nice area with restaurants, cafes, sodas and mall in walking distance. The hotel has big patio few meters above street level and is great place to chill.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

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US$62.78

1 night, 2 adults

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Viva Guest House

San José

Boasting a garden and views of city, Viva Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park.

Marie

From

United States

Hostess was extremely kind and helpful and genorous. Rooms were very clean and lovely. Beds super comfy! Breakfast very good!!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 586 reviews

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US$48.60

1 night, 2 adults

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Casa Jardin del Mango

San José

Located within 48 km of Poas National Park and 800 metres of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica in San José, Casa Jardin del Mango offers accommodation with seating area.

Vilove

From

Mauritius

Awesome amenities including shared kitchen, living room and amazing garden with turtles and a koi aquarium. Ping-pong table, tablefootball and playstation.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 610 reviews

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US$89.90

1 night, 2 adults

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Lolas Hostal Hab. doble (baño privado)

San José

Featuring garden views, Lolas Hostal Hab. Doble (baño privado) offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a patio, around 3.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Sofiia

From

Ukraine

I liked the interior design and hospitality

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

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US$25.20

1 night, 2 adults

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W's Hostel

San José

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, W's Hostel features express check-in and check-out and free WiFi. It is set 3.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and offers a shared kitchen.

Victor Nguyen

From

France

Confortable beds and spacious rooms Shared kitchen is very well equipped Host always available for questions and assistance Wifi worked perfectly Great location to catch an early morning bus as it’s right in front of the terminal.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6

Good - What previous guests thought, 927 reviews

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US$31.50

1 night, 2 adults

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Carolina hostel

San José

Set in San José, within 48 km of Poas National Park and 5.5 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Carolina hostel offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

Silvija

From

Croatia

Everything is good, very clean and quiet hostel. In a good part of city.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5

Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

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US$21.60

1 night, 2 adults

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SJO Oasis Hostel

San José

Situated within 46 km of Poas National Park and 3.6 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, SJO Oasis Hostel in San José features a bar and rooms with free WiFi.

David

From

Portugal

David is the nicest host. New hostel, very good

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8

Good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Price from

US$119.60

1 night, 2 adults

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Casa Marlui-San José

Curridabat (Near San José)

Featuring mountain views, Casa Marlui-San José features accommodation with patio, around 11 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Karina

From

Czech Republic

The hostility of Luis and Margarita (owners of the house), breakfast, view from terrace, design of the house.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

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US$53.20

1 night, 2 adults

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