Costa Rica Backpackers
Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, 10104 San José, Costa Rica – Great location - show map
The vibes, the great people I met, and the helpful staff that helped
Israel
Located in central San José, Costa Rica Backpackers offers an outdoor pool, gardens, an international restaurant and a communal kitchen with free tea and coffee. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. This functional hostel offers a mix of private rooms and shared dormitories, all with shared bathrooms. Each room has a fan and features views of the gardens. The hostel’s tour desk can arrange a variety of activities, including rafting and bungee jumping. You can also book trips to a turtle sanctuary, the Arenal Volcano or the La Paz Waterfalls. The property also offers an airport shuttle service, TV room and 24-hour front desk. Costa Rica Backpackers is located near bars and restaurants of the lively La California district. The National Museum is a 5-minute walk away, while Plaza de la Cultura is a 15-minute walk away. Parking is available on-site. We have a Bar & restaurant called BAR PACKERS. We offer free parking, storage and all day coffee and tea. All our dorm beds have individual USB port, light, curtains and locker. We can accommodate large groups.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Terrace
- Breakfast
Property practices
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- EEli
Israel“The vibes, the great people I met, and the helpful staff that helped” 
Raoul
Netherlands“Great place to stay if you are in sj. Nice social area around a pool. Easy to meet people.”
Flaminia Netherlands“Helpful staff, very clean and nice they have a bar to have drinks and food”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineLatin American
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
Facilities of Costa Rica Backpackers
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Terrace
- Breakfast
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
- Shower
- Linen
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Live sport events (broadcast)Off-site
- Live music/performance
- Tour or class about local culture
- Happy hour
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Pub crawls
- Evening entertainment
- Darts
- Games room
- iPod dock
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centreAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Yoga classes
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Public Bath
- English
- Spanish
- French
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 40
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Costa Rica Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Costa Rica Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
FAQs about Costa Rica Backpackers
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Costa Rica Backpackers has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Costa Rica Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Games room
- Darts
- Evening entertainment
- Happy hour
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Movie nights
- Public Bath
- Live music/performance
- Yoga classes
- Pub crawls
- Swimming Pool
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
- Live sport events (broadcast)
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Costa Rica Backpackers is 0.9 miles from the centre of San José. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Costa Rica Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.
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The prices at Costa Rica Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
