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Our top choices for San Jose hostels

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1. Acuarela Hostal - Hostel

Acuarela Hostal - Hostel
2.0 star property
Rio Hato
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay. The staff is exceptionally kind, and creates a wonderful environment."
Canada
Tori-Ann
The price is Rp361.780
Rp795.916 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Acuarela Hostal - Hostel
A stone-paved entrance leading to a room with a wooden door and a white wall.

2. Blasina Valle de Anton

Blasina Valle de Anton
1.0 star property
El Valle de Antón
The price is Rp493.287
Rp542.616 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Blasina Valle de Anton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in San Jose?

Our guests like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have budget-friendly prices: Hotel Eclipse - 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from the heart of San Jose. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking at this hotel. Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive - 2 mi (3.2 km) from the heart of San Jose. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool at this hotel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Jose?

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in San Jose are October, November, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 341 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in San Jose?

Overall, San Jose is known for its beaches. Get out into nature with places such as Teta Beach, Coronado Beach and Playa El Palmar. Cultural attractions include Anton Valley Historical and Cultural Museum. Locals like to shop at Sunday Market and Coronado Mall.

What's the best way to get to and around San Jose while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in San Jose in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.), 16.7 mi (26.9 km) away from the city centre.