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Toucan Hostel

2.5 star property
Travelers find a welcoming home base at this charming hostel, where a continental breakfast fuels adventures and nearby attractions beckon for exploration

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Toucan Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere with free WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and secure luggage storage. Enjoy a continental breakfast before heading out, knowing your vehicle is safe in self parking.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Rio Segundo is home to Toucan Hostel. Cariari Golf Course and Valle del Sol are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Poás Volcano National Park and Sabana Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at National Stadium of Costa Rica or Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto. Visit our Rio Segundo travel guide
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Barrio cacique, Frente a la iglesia del cacique, Rio Segundo, Provincia de Alajuela, 20101

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with a prominent stadium, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
    National Stadium of Costa Rica
    19 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Casino Fiesta
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • City Mall
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Plaza Real Alajuela
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    24 min drive - 13.3 miles

Getting around

  • Heredia Station
    13 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Terra Tica
    3 min drive
  • El Novillo Alegre
    14 min walk
  • Chili’s Grill & Bar
    3 min drive
  • Rosti
    6 min walk
  • Gastro Pub 45
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

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

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children

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 cash

Frequently asked questions

Is Toucan Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Toucan Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Toucan Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Toucan Hostel located?

Situated in Rio Segundo, this hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Casino Fiesta, City Mall, and Juan Santamaría Park. Alajuela Cathedral and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

Toucan Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to get to and from the airport and the included bfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

Great place to stay!

Nice place to stay, very close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Huy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the closeness to the airport and overall for the price we had a small but nice private room and our dog was welcome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

George

You get what you pay for, the room is clean and convenient for one night near airport
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

laurie-rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option near the airport. Staff was friendly. We had a late flight and had no problem checking in near midnight. Rooms are clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ofir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed this hostel. I think for the price it’s awesome. Private room with comfortable pillows. Everything was very quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal place to spend the night, before an early flight or arriving on a late flight. The place is relatively inexpensive and it was clean. I would stay there again. However, it is a shared bathroom, so some travelers may not like that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the airport, like the closest! Someone available for a late check in and easy to check out. Just very convenient. Lots of uber eats options near by and some places to eat within walking distance in the day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Cheap stop near airport.

Usual for a hostel. We had a room with shared bathroom. Was good and clean. Good kitchen facilities and easy location close to the airport. We stayed one night and it was fine for us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ifan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hostel with parking and surprisingly nice private rooms. We arrived at 11pm and checked in. No problem. Nice staff very helpful. No complaints, exactly what we wanted after a late flight.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice staff. Clean room. It is a hostel...chatty girls next door. Excellent value for price and convenience. Clise to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk reception helpful and courteous. Helped arrange a can in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hostel was great in many aspects but it's essential to bring ear plugs. The airplanes will lift and land literally next to the building.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Está cerca del aeropuerto y la atención es excelente. Si regreso a San José volvería a hospedarme aquí.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Has great AC and close to the airport!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean good staff really nice air conditioning bed Confy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Près de l’aéroport seul choses ses le bruit des avion mais la nuit on a rien entendu
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rémy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
C’était bien
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gleyssara Kênia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cama e travesseiro perfeitos
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vast and lovely complex of rooms on a hill with an amazing thermal spa. Room amenities minimal. Food adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026