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Viva Guest House
San José
Boasting a garden and views of city, Viva Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park. This guest house features free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a minimarket for guests.
Spain
Very friendly and welcoming owners. The place was clean and full of details. The kitchen is fully equipped and has a nice terrace. The room is quite big and you have plenty of space to unpack and pack your things. The best hotel that we stayed in Carta Rica. Is worth going there, mainly if you have a car.
Casa Bellavista Suites
San José
Offering a garden and garden view, Casa Bellavista Suites is located in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park and 3.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The guest house features family rooms.
Colombia
Diana was such a great host, friendly and cooperative
Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama
Chinatown, San José
Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 5.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.
United Kingdom
Had a really good stay here the property is super clean and a well stocked kitchen. The staff were super helpful and attentive. The property was also so good and secure.
Delcafetalcr
San José
Situated 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.2 km from Parque Diversiones, Delcafetalcr provides accommodation located in San José. It is set 47 km from Poas National Park and features full-day security. The guest house offers a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Costa Rica
It´s a cliché to speak about a "family atmosphere" in a hotel but if you get stuck there for the whole of 11 days due to the covid quarantaine and the personnel starts to treat you as a member of their own family, rebooking other guests to ensure your privacy, collecting your contaminated garbage from the doorstep, sharing their own exquisite meals and pointing out they make them "extra nutritive" because of you, that´s quite a different story. I wish every traveller not to have to experience what I have (positive test result on the day of departure...) but if for fortune´s sake you do, bless you God with getting you to a place similar to Delcafetal. Pura vida!
Casa Jardin del Mango
San José
Situated in San José, within 600 metres of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 1.5 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Casa Jardin del Mango provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace and a shared lounge. National Theatre of Costa Rica is 3.6 km away.
Ireland
Perfect spot. Clean, friendly staff, has a kitchen available. Quiet location.
Casa Kibi Kibi
San José
Located just 10 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Kibi Kibi provides accommodation in San José with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen. The property features garden and inner courtyard views, and is 8.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.
Costa Rica
I couldn't be better there! Chill!
Room in my Condo San Jose
San José
The homestay is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the homestay.
Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica is 5.8 km from the homestay, while Parque Diversiones is 6.5 km away. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International Airport, 7 km from Room in my Condo San Jose.
United States
The apartment overall was very clean and comfortable. Ernesto was a great host and was super responsive to texts and gave great suggestions for local restaurants. The condo complex was also great. It was so nice to have a pool to relax in. There is also a gym and basketball court available but we didn’t use them. We really liked the apartment and area as a whole. The value for the money is great if you are a solo traveler or a couple on a budget.
SJO Oasis Hostel
San José
SJO Oasis Hostel, a property with a bar, is situated in San José, 3.6 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 8 km from Parque Diversiones. The property is around 21 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, 26 km from Parque Viva and 27 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Poas National Park is 50 km away.
United States
This is my 2nd time staying at Oasis. I love it's proximity to the Tracopa Station and Downtown. If you are traveling in Costa Rica and use the best bus (with air conditioning), then there is no reason to stay anywhere else. I cannot than you enough Mari for providing me a wonderful space in which to relax on a rooftop in San Jose. 🤙🏽
Bambu-Rivera Club Residences
San José
Featuring mountain views, Bambu-Rivera Club Residences features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 47 km from Poas National Park. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The homestay offers an outdoor swimming pool, fitness room and a lift. Accommodation for disabled guests is also available at the property.
Canada
The breakfast and the location were fine.
W's Hostel
San José
Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, W's Hostel features recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a shared lounge. It is set 3.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and offers a shared kitchen. The guest house has family rooms.
Canada
The location to the bus terminal. The room was ver big and clean. The woman who worked there was very helpful and made me feel welcome.
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Viva Guest House
San JoséBreakfast options9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 167 reviewsBoasting a garden and views of city, Viva Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park.
Very nice room, super clean, good price of value and welcoming host.
Room in my Condo San Jose
San JoséBreakfast options8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 11 reviewsFeaturing mountain views, Room in my Condo San Jose provides accommodation with pool with a view, a garden and a terrace, around 47 km from Poas National Park.
Habitaciones Smith Alquiler The Smith Guesthouse
San JoséBreakfast options7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 1 reviewFeaturing mountain views, Habitaciones Smith Alquiler The Smith Guesthouse offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 48 km from Poas National Park.
Habitaciones Smith Alquiler The Smith Guesthouse
San JoséBreakfast options9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 3 reviewsBoasting accommodation with a patio, Habitaciones Smith Alquiler The Smith Guesthouse is set in San José. It is located 5.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and offers a shared kitchen.
Casa de Piedra Escazú
San JoséBreakfast options9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 4 reviewsCasa de Piedra Escazú is located 700 metres from Escazú main square and 5 km from San José town centre. It features massages service and free Wi-Fi throughout.
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Casa Bellavista Suites
San JoséBudget options available9.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 16 reviewsOffering a garden and garden view, Casa Bellavista Suites is located in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park and 3.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.
Diana was such a great host, friendly and cooperative
Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama
San JoséBudget options available9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 9 reviewsFeaturing city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan...
Das Hostel ist sehr schön und ist in der Nähe vom Bus Terminal Richtung Pazifikküste
Delcafetalcr
San JoséBudget options available8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 689 reviewsSituated 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.2 km from Parque Diversiones, Delcafetalcr provides accommodation located in San José.
Great location, nice host and delicious breakfast. Thanks a lot!
Casa Kibi Kibi
San JoséBudget options available8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 180 reviewsLocated just 10 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Kibi Kibi provides accommodation in San José with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.
Our host was very friendly and the WiFi worked perfect!
Lolas Hostal Hab. doble (baño privado)
San JoséBudget options available7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 3 reviewsFeaturing garden views, Lolas Hostal Hab. Doble (baño privado) offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a patio, around 4.2 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.
Lolas Hostal Apartamento Equipado
San JoséBudget options available8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 1 reviewBoasting city views, Lolas Hostal Apartamento Equipado offers accommodation with a balcony, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.
Hotel CR Lounge by Little Havana
San JoséBudget options available7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 44 reviewsSituated within 49 km of Poas National Park and 3.5 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Hotel CR Lounge by Little Havana features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in San José.
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Pura Vida Dream
San JoséCentral location10.0Scored 10.0ExceptionalRated exceptional· 2 reviewsPura Vida Dream, a property with a garden, is set in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, 4.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, as well as 5.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.
Casa Colibrí
San JoséCentral location10.0Scored 10.0ExceptionalRated exceptional· 1 reviewLocated 8 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 10 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Colibrí features free WiFi and units equipped with a kitchen, terrace and seating area.
La Pilarica Pura Vida
San JoséCentral location9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 2 reviewsLocated 50 km from Poas National Park, La Pilarica Pura Vida provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.
W's Hostel
San JoséCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 611 reviewsSituated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, W's Hostel features recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a shared lounge.
Good for a night if you need to use the bus terminal.
Casa Pitahaya
San JoséCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 89 reviewsSet in San José, Casa Pitahaya is a recently renovated accommodation, 48 km from Poas National Park and 1.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.
Igual que en fotos muy cómodo y buena localización
Casa Vilma
San JoséCentral location7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 11 reviewsSituated within 48 km of Poas National Park and 1.3 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park in San José, Casa Vilma features accommodation with seating area.
Hotel Coto
San JoséCentral location5.5Scored 5.5AverageRated passable· 370 reviewsHotel Coto is set in San José, 3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 7.4 km from Parque Diversiones.
Todo súper lindo cumplió demasiado mis expectativas
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Homestays that guests love in San José
- 8.8Scored 8.8FabulousRated fabulous· 11 reviewsThe apartment overall was very clean and comfortable. Ernesto was a great host and was super responsive to texts and gave great suggestions for local restaurants. The condo complex was also great. It was so nice to have a pool to relax in. There is also a gym and basketball court available but we didn’t use them. We really liked the apartment and area as a whole. The value for the money is great if you are a solo traveler or a couple on a budget.
JeffYoung couple - Avg. price/night: £27.598.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 613 reviewsVery nice hostel, Marc was a great host with lots of helpful tips! Defintely to recommend! 🙏
AdamSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: £51.569.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 16 reviewsBeautiful apartment, great host, easy access, close to everythingOasisFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: £51.569.3Scored 9.3SuperbRated superb· 16 reviewsDiana was such a great host, friendly and cooperative
GermánSolo traveller - Avg. price/night: £57.667.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 1,022 reviewsHere is like a heaven after I ran away in the middle of the night from the terrible traffic noisy homestay the language school arranged me to. 1.nice included breakfast. Amazing breakfast menu 2. Very friendly and careful night shift staff. 3. Cute hospitality cat 4. Great location except the crazy train in this area.
lingSolo traveller - 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 297 reviewsSimple clean room with a great host. Good value for a quick overnight.
KimberlySolo traveller - Avg. price/night: £26.238.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 1,105 reviewsGreat host, perfect location and great room. Breakfast at the place next door was very good.
StephenFamily with young children - Avg. price/night: £42.339.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 666 reviewsGreat hostel, very helpful staff, great breakfast, good location, spacious room, lovely garden, fantastic value for money. Highly recommend! .KatherinePeople with friends
- Avg. price/night: £26.238.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 1,105 reviewsNice comfy bed. Clean room. Hot shower. Lovely host. Good location many good restaurants and town centre in walking distance and also close to the Tracopa bus station. Note the bus terminal to La Fortuna is 2k north west of here.SarahYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: £26.107.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 3,251 reviewsWas a great hostel, nice staff, clean and tidy. Great atmosphere. Food was excellent.ColinYoung couple
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