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Costa Rica Guesthouse

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A wooden staircase with ornate metal railings leading to an upper floor. - Costa Rica Guesthouse (San José)
Two individuals seated at an outdoor table with various breakfast items, surrounded by greenery. - Costa Rica Guesthouse (San José)
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a kitchen visible in the background. - Costa Rica Guesthouse (San José)
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A free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Costa Rica Guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a window with curtains, and a picture on the wall.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view, a fan, and a wooden bench.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

A balcony with a view of buildings and greenery.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 6 beds)

A bunk bed room with a ladder, a window with metal bars, and curtains.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 6 beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - C)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden floors, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - C)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - D)

A room with a bunk bed, a window with a metal grid, and a view of trees outside.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - D)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

A room with bunk beds, a suitcase, and a window with a view of greenery.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

A room with bunk beds, a window, and a suitcase.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

A balcony with a view of buildings and greenery.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Catedral, a neighborhood in San José, Costa Rica Guesthouse is in a shopping district and near a train station. Shoppers can check out Multiplaza Mall Escazu, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sabana Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica, or consider a night out at Villa Amphitheater. Visit our San José travel guide
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Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, San Jose, 1000

What's nearby

  • A yellow building with a flag, steps, and a fence.
    National Museum of Costa Rica
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic building with a red roof and classical architecture, surrounded by a plaza with statues and a fountain.
    Plaza de la Cultura
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • An aerial view of a city with a prominent red-roofed building, a busy intersection, and surrounding modern and traditional architecture.
    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 Fercori Station
    6 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Casa China
    3 min walk
  • Limoncello
    4 min walk
  • Caccio's
    3 min walk
  • La Destileria
    3 min walk
  • Antik Restaurant + Bar
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 6 for adults and USD 4 to 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1905
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Per property policy, guests must be aged 18-40 to stay in shared dormitory room types.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 6 for adults, and USD 4 to 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 29 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 11 (one-way), (from 10 to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is Costa Rica Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 29 per vehicle applies.

Where is Costa Rica Guesthouse located?

Located in Catedral, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. National Park and National Museum of Costa Rica are also within 10 minutes. San Jose Fercori Station is 6 minutes by foot and San Jose Procuradiria Museum 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.

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Reviews

Costa Rica Guesthouse Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 740 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 740 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 740 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 740 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 740 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice to use the facility for backpackers as well as the Guest House. The food there was very good and reasonably priced. They could stock a few more types of liquor at the bar, like Jim Beam and Old Parr, for example.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Great for a quiet and yet close to San José's nearby location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is always clean, ready for use and peaceful atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved how fast check in is and how good it smells. Installations have everything needed for a good rest: black curtains, fan, nice bed, towels.. I’d only change the power outlets
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The room was clean, the staff is very nice and helpful and the breakfast is so nice and not really expensive! I recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I the hostel served its purpose for the price. Very quiet and the sister property across the street provided the amenities that were not available at the guesthouse. Decent stay, which they had air conditioning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great spot to start walking tour of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thee room was always clean ! Staff is amazing I’d just change the pillows please
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , friendly staff and open 24hrs!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was good around clock
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked the single king room with my own bathroom. It was perfect! Near restaurants and three blocks away from nightlife on California Street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and very friendly staff. Thank you. I highly recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the property was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and nice location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big room, clean and handy at a good price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coffee everyday; had a good stay and the personal was nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, the rooms were clean. Overall very good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were very clean. Staff was helpful and curteous. When a cold spell hit they found us an extra blanket, which was perfect. Complimentry coffee and hot water for tea. Helped us with our shower which wasn't providing us with hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Amenities
It is a nice place, the rooms are nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They made it easy. It was my first time visiting and the warmth of the staff took the edge away. I really appreciated them setting up my transfer from the airport and made the chaos of finding a taxi late at night much easier. Definitely going to use them for my next visit to Costa Rica. Pura Vida!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Always very clean room. Easy check in. Nice ambience. Quiet enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Location is very good and safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024