See all properties

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers unwind by the sun-kissed pool during the day, connect with fellow adventurers over coffee, or step right into local culture from this central hostel.

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Living area - Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel (San José)
Outdoor pool, sun loungers - Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel (San José)
Standard Double Room | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi - Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel (San José)
Outdoor dining - Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel (San José)
Reception - Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel (San José)
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere near the National Museum. Enjoy the outdoor pool, connect at the daily manager's reception, and gather at the café. The multilingual staff is praised for their helpful service.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 10 of 10 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access

10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Room, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Catedral, a neighborhood in San José, Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel is near a train station. National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica. Visit our San José travel guide
View more Hostels in San José
Map
Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25, San José, San Jose, 10104

What's nearby

  • San Jose, Costa Rica, National Museum Building in historic city center
    National Museum of Costa Rica
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Beautiful aerial view of the Morazan Park in Costa Rica
    Morazan Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica
    National Theater of Costa Rica
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • National Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jade Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station
    5 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Frontón - La Corte
    4 min walk
  • La Destileria
    5 min walk
  • Restaurante Casa China
    4 min walk
  • Antik Restaurant + Bar
    3 min walk
  • Caccio's
    3 min walk

About this property

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel near National Museum of Costa Rica
Located close to National Theater of Costa Rica and University of Costa Rica, Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel provides a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A reception hall, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • A computer station, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel feature comforts such as separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and toilet paper
  • Separate dining areas, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

TV
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Catedral
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 683 reviews
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Compare similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 6 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 28 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Self parking fee: USD 5 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 5 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 28 per vehicle applies.

Where is Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel located?

Located in Catedral, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica. University of Costa Rica and Sabana Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is only a 5-minute walk and San Jose Atlantic Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 338 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hammocks and pool are awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfy and affordable. Hot showers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live the location it was close to the main square and city center, the people working was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice atmoshere , good food ,other guests all good and friendly . will stay there again .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the swimming pool! Me encantó la piscina!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice! It was super convenient that they had a restaurant in the hostel area. Rooms were clean and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space is large with a pool and yoga area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is very clean and the staff is very helpful when you ask them about activities to do or buses to take. Moreover, the atmosphere with the bar and the restaurant help to know more people!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location. Shared space. Tons of international travelers. Really good vibe
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KATE

Liked: Amenities
A friendly & relaxed welcome, given i was a Very late arrival. I was given a quiet room, which given my late check-in, was Very practical. So that i did not disturb others!! Loverly PuraVida atmosphere. Spent the following day by the pool, aclimatising & watching the 🐦 pool dip. & Had the Pool to my self ...for several swims.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
located very centrally to museums and some eateries. if you want to hit the museo nacional, the museo del oro, etc. this is the perfect place! reasonably quiet, clean, with a friendly environment, and the in-house restaurant is super authentic and solid.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Paradise Hostel

I totally satisfied with the location and the zen atmosphere there at this hostel. So beautiful, bed is clean compare to others. Price is super cheap. I made some good friends there too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kishiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice stuff and cat,big space,pool is cool.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place. So many like minded people traveling from around the world on their own journey in life. Everyone is super nice. There’s a pool. DJ once a week. Shared rooms. With lockers. Great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jayakrishnan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good hostel for short and cheap stay. Good reception staff and reception hours. The quality of the room and the furnitures arent great. Also, the toilets are limited.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Azhaar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes.. Nice place. Good people helpful staff clean room.y favourite hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to hang your hat for a short while.

It was a great place to stay. Beautiful grounds with a pool. It was mostly quiet, a lot of young people looking like they were partying, but that is pretty much expected. There was a restaurant, plenty of seating inside and outside, I just had yougert, granola, and fruit, but still very good and a beautiful presentation. It was very relaxing hanging out at the pool after a long day white water rafting. I stayed in an all women dorm and a couple of the girls looked like they had moved in permanently with all their stuff all over the floor. I didn’t know that the shower didn’t have hot water so that was shockingly cold, apparently there is hot water in a different shower, why there wasn't a sign stating this in unbeknownst to me.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D'Arcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent atmosphere especially for meeting other travelers from around the world
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hostel! Giant fans in the room which is super nice for the warm weather. Communal areas are very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness
Good vibe, nice food and very central.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was generally clean, they create a nice and welcoming atmosphere. I met three other guys traveling and they were all cool. Very nice stay for people, especially those traveling solo.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

D'Arcy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So rude tells me i have to leave 15 minutes before checkout while i was on the phone with my bank then makes a bad report to next place i was staying. Ive stayed there 13 years in a row never again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026