See all properties

Toucan Hostel

Property class: 2.5

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Toucan Hostel

Room - Toucan Hostel (Rio Segundo)
Living area - Toucan Hostel (Rio Segundo)
Private kitchen - Toucan Hostel (Rio Segundo)
Living area - Toucan Hostel (Rio Segundo)
Bathroom - Toucan Hostel (Rio Segundo)
Toucan Hostel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

AARP members, discover the perfect stay for every budget with our fantastic hotel deals.

From charming, budget-friendly stays to premium, full-service hotels, find the perfect place to unwind—no matter your travel style or budget

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

Room

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room

Room

Basic Double Room

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

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

Room

Comfort Double Room

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Room

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Rio Segundo is home to Toucan Hostel. Cariari Golf Course and Cariari Bowling Center 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
View more Hostels in San José
Map
Barrio cacique, Frente a la iglesia del cacique, Rio Segundo, Provincia de Alajuela, 20101

What's nearby

  • A large, modern stadium with a distinctive roof structure.
    National Stadium of Costa Rica
    19 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • A cityscape with a stadium, residential areas, and mountains in the background.
    Sabana Park
    19 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Casino Fiesta
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • City Mall
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    24 min drive - 13.3 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station
    14 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Novillo Alegre
    14 min walk
  • Terra Tica
    3 min drive
  • Rosti
    6 min walk
  • Britt. Café • Bakery
    4 min drive
  • Gastro Pub 45
    4 min drive

Similar properties

A hallway with a tiled floor, dark walls, and artwork on the sides.
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
El Carmen
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
7.8 out of 10, Good, 245 reviews
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Compare similar properties

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

More

  • 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 City Mall, Juan Santamaría Park, and Alajuela Cathedral. Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Plaza Real Alajuela 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.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Toucan Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean & well kept. The bed was comfortable. Good stay overall
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice hostel. The staff were great as well as some of the patrons. It is in a great location. You will hear the planes taking off so if you are a light sleeper, this might not be the place for you. Great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
It was ok for one a night stay. Shared bathroom, which I’m not fan of. But the staff was great, very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and convenient stay near the airport SJO. They can scheduled a taxi to pick you up and take you to the airpoet and you can pay with cash to the driver. Just make sure to have change. The whole staff was friendly, helpful and super nice. There was free coffee for the next morning!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great for those on a budget and have an early departure. Location is only a few minute taxi ride away. Fantastic check in service. I paid for a private room. Room was clean, shower was big and the Costa Rican style on demand hot water worked great. No restaurant on site, but there is a little corner store next door and Denny’s restaurant is a walkable distance away. There was an outdoor sitting area outside my room, but the users were very polite and left the area around 8:30pm. Interbus will pick up and drop off from this location. If you are a light sleeper you may want to use some noise cancelling head phones. The planes departing are loud but the highway traffic noise is minimal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room, staff was outstanding!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was okay for a quick night to stay, but a little sketchy and probably wouldn’t want to stay any longer. Despite what it says, there is definitely no breakfast lol.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sirve para quedarte de paso cuando llegas noche a san José, esta muy cerca del aeropuerto, la chica nos atendió super bien y hay una tienda a lado
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Falta un poco de Limpieza
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026