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Finca Escalante - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in San José with free breakfast and area shuttle service

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Finca Escalante - Hostel in Carmen's heart offers a rooftop terrace, garden, and cozy lobby fireplace. Enjoy the Taco Yard's breakfast buffet and Mexican dishes. Guests love the free area shuttle, WiFi access, and easy sightseeing.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden Area | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden Area

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom sink

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Classic Room, 1 Double Bed | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle 33, San José, San José, 10101

What's nearby

  • San Pedro Mall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Morazan Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • National Theater - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Central Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Fercori Station - 7 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Huacamole - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafeoteca - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Apotecario - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Rica Beer Factory Inc. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Agüizotes - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Finca Escalante - Hostel

Hostel near Sabana Park
At Finca Escalante - Hostel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Taco Yard, features Mexican cuisine. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, a water dispenser, and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, 2 meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Finca Escalante - Hostel include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Communal kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Taco Yard

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop 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 accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 25 (one-way), (from 7 to 17 years old)
  • Laundry fee: USD 10 per stay

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Finca Escalante Hostel San Jose
Finca Escalante Hostel
Finca Escalante San Jose
Finca Escalante
Finca Escalante
Finca Escalante Hostel
Finca Escalante Hostel Jose
Finca Escalante - Hostel San José
Finca Escalante - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Finca Escalante - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Finca Escalante - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Finca Escalante - Hostel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Finca Escalante - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Finca Escalante - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is Finca Escalante - Hostel located?

Located in Barrio Escalante, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Park. Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital and San Pedro Mall are also within 15 minutes. San Jose Fercori Station is 7 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 9 minutes.

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