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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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Interior
Front of property
Lobby
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
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
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
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

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 luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture, wedding services, and a vending machine
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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Reviews

Hostel Casa Colon Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 143 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's close to downtown and the tica bus station.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Kelsey

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t stay here

The linens were clean, however upon arrival there was no running water. There was a large crack in the room under the outside door, I had to stuff a blanket there so animals would not come in. The floors were dirty along with the showers and toilets. The social environment was poor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faiza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a night’s rest and a shower in the city centre. Wonderful staff. They provide a loud fan which blocks out all the street noise for a good sleep. Gracias Casa colon!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Erick

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No incluye transporte hotel aeropuerto querían cobrar más, y en la página dice gratis, no servía A/C nos cambiaron de habitación en la madrugada, no servía TV, los toma corrientes para cargar dispositivo no srrvian
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

rob

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

t was the first week of Covid control

I showed up right at the beginning off the covid mess..... they checked me into a dirty room... the other room smelled of sewer gas ,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Avijeet(Avi), Toronto, Canada

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We (3 Canadians) took the bus from Panama City to San Jose, Costa Rica (Tica Bus)...arrived closer to mid-night; this location is 5 mts walk from Tica Bus Terminal; Check-in was a breeze; very friendly staff; breakfast was included in our package and we enjoyed it both days; there is a bar (to enjoy beer), though it gets a bit noisy (if you want to sleep before 11)...the Hotel has a lot of character and history; I will definitely like to come back to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people, clean , dinners are great, free breakfast, attention to detail, affordable, the casa is Antigua and a beautiful building. Great location, close to La Merced , shopping, restaurants etc. easy to walk. over all 100% satisfied. Been staying here the whole month, nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Diana, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo bien pero no tiene estacionamiento seguro y solo tiene espacio para 3 autos.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Las habitaciones están en buenas condiciones. pero en el cuarto que me tocó, no llegaba la señal de internet, se escuchaba el ruido del bar muy fuerte, en la llave del lavabo casi no salia agua y la coladera de la regadera estaba tapada por lo que tardaba mucho en irse el agua.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Alan

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

Our second stay at Casa Colon

We stayed in the best room they had, #103, which had a private bath, a double bed and bunk beds. We used the bunks for our luggage. Maid came every day and made the bed and swept the floor. Breakfast was free and good--try the "typical". Front desk had some communication problems but everything was worked out. There was a change in ownership on August 1, so it will be interesting to see if this place goes "up" or "down".
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Mark, Jersey City, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very simple, but clean place to sleep for a low price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

ivan

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

baños

dificil por el baño compartido y agua caliente
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I like this hostal because is confortable and peacefull
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good location the building is very cool. restaurant is very convienient and the amenities are great for CR.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

wufan

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

位置佳员工热情

地理位置好，走路可达市中心所有景点。前台非常热情友好，酒店餐厅也不错，早餐丰富美味。免费升级了房间，超级nice。强烈推荐
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

John

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

Friendly helpful staff

I arrived late in the evening with my family and the staff / service was very helpful. Room was clean and quiet - just what we needed before going to the bus station early the following morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación, buenas instalaciones y excelente atención
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

RobertG, Lawrenceville, GA

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first trip to Costa Rica, and all the people in the hotel were so helpful, and caring for me. I was able to go on two tours, and picked up directly at the hotel, the breakfast I had the typical food, the lunches were excellent and the room was clean, comfortable and private. I plan to return to Costa Rica in the near future and will stay again here.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Me gustó el lugar porque es muy tranquilo, el lugar es rústico y muy cómodo. Lo único que deberían mejorar es en darle mantenimiento a las habitaciones, falta de pintura. Por todo lo demás muy lindo el lugar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and clean. Pretty loud from traffic noise. Ask for an upstairs room away from road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Juank, Cr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lugar muy ameno, el personal super agradable, y ubicado en una zona muy céntrica!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dakota, Turrialba, Cartago, CR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a wonderful stay at Casa Colón. The entire staff is always very helpful - especially my friend Daniel!! Thanks for another great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

marie, quebec

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

Une nuit à San José avant de reprendre l’avion

Bel hôtel très bien situé. Lit très confortable et chambre super propre. Le seul hic est le bruit car l’hôtel est sur un coin de rue passant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Paul, San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel is in a good location. Street and lobby noise was a very small issue for me. Bed was comfortable and room was very clean. Rooms could use a bit of an update (e.g., condition of floors, bathroom fixtures, etc.). Room safe was not working (was open and 'locked' so couldn't be reset). Breakfast was minimal but perfectly acceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

4/10 Poor

Meech

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to the city

Doesn’t look like a hostel at all it’s more like a hotel, it’s so loud at night due to the bar inside the hotel . The shared bathrooms are pretty creepy and felt unsafe . Couldn’t wait to get out of there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

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