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Hostel Casa Colon

2.0 star property
Colonial hostel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
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Basic Double Room (Private) | Living area | TV
Bar (on property)
Hostel Casa Colon in Merced offers a vibrant home base where travelers can relax on the sunny terrace or browse the library for local insights. Practical touches make extended stays comfortable - laundry facilities handle post-hike cleanup while free WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Private) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Private)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Share dorm with share bathroom no breakfast | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Share dorm with share bathroom no breakfast

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Private) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Private)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Private Room, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Private Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Merced, a neighborhood in San José, Hostel Casa Colon is near the airport 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 Parque Viva.
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Map
Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte, Opposite Torre Mercedes, San José, San Jose, 1255

What's nearby

  • Mercado Central - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sabana Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Central Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • National Theater - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Cemetery Station - 15 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Mirey's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Bistrot de Paris - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mi Tako - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lubnan - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel near Sabana Park
Consider a stay at Hostel Casa Colon and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Airport drop-off service (surcharge), express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services, a water dispenser, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, on-request microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 86 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1945
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request

More

  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CRC 15
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CRC 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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: CRC 17500.00 per room (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CRC 17500.00 (one-way), (from 5 to 18 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: CRC 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CRC 15 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hostel Casa Colon Costa Rica/San Jose
Casa Colon Hostel
Casa Colon San Jose
Hostel Casa Colon
Hostel Casa Colon San Jose
Hostel Casa Colon Costa Rica/San Jose
Hostel Casa Colon Hotel San Jose
Hostel Casa Colon San José
Hostel Casa Colon Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Casa Colon Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San José

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostel Casa Colon pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hostel Casa Colon?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hostel Casa Colon?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of CRC 15 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hostel Casa Colon?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for CRC 15 (subject to availability).

Does Hostel Casa Colon provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of CRC 17500.00 per room applies.

Where is Hostel Casa Colon located?

Located in Merced, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Precolumbian Gold Museum and Sabana Park. Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are also within 15 minutes. San Jose Cemetery Station is 15 minutes by foot and San Jose Contraloria Station is 20 minutes.

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