Calle 37 75m south of Sapporro Restaurant San Jose Barrio Escalante, 11501 San José, Costa Rica
#4 of 117 hotels in San José
Guests' ChoiceBased on 238 hostel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
9.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 April 2024
Drew
United KingdomThe room and facilities were clean and well kept, and the staff were lovely - very kind and helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Marquez
United StatesThe location was fine.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Michael
United StatesThe kitchen was small for the number of guests staying there (one stove and one sink). It wasn’t an issue however during my stay. I never had to wait to prepare my meals. There were also plenty of seats and tables in each common area to eat my meals. The single room’s windows open to the back common area. That common area however is closed and locked between 22:00 and 7:00 the next morning. My sleep was never interrupted by noise from the common area.
A well run hostel by a “hands on” owner who has put a lot of care in creating and managing the place. Both the owner and his staff were all very friendly and interested in chatting with their guests. The owner actually works the day shift (at least the days I was there) so he was very present to ensure a good stay. There was also staff there 24 hours a day. Chillout Hostel had two common areas. One area was in front of the building (but fenced in and behind the secured entrance gate) and was a nice place to enjoy breakfast or coffee. The second area was in the back of the building (and also enclosed). There were also seven guest rooms, a combination of dorms and private rooms. The social scene was nice, but certainly not a “party hostel.” The common areas (particularly the back common area) and kitchen were closed off at 22:00 to ensure a quiet night. They reopened at 7:00 the next morning. I found the neighborhood to be safe, certainly safer than other parts of San Jose. There were restaurants and grocery stores with a few blocks of the hostel. The hostel was a fifteen to twenty minute walk to the city center.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Petra
DenmarkNo AC, only fan, which helped a lot! A little bit noisy so you can hear the rooms next to you, but with earplugs it's all fine.
We stayed in a private room with private bathroom which was great, super clean, spacious and had hot water in the shower. There is a nice communal space and kitchen with delicious free coffee. The reception staff was amazing, gave us recommendations and tips for buses. Shops and restaurants nearby and close to downtown San José.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Heidi-may
AustraliaGreat hostel. Comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen and very helpful staff. Would stay again
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Sara
SpainVery friendly helpful staff and safe location. Rooms and bathrooms were clean. I would totally recommend!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Aliyah
United StatesI only stayed here one night as a stopover, but the beds were comfy and quiet, the facilities were clean, and the staff was very helpful. Food places and grocery store in walking distance and neighborhood felt safe.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Anna
NetherlandsThe stuff are amazing, so helpful, friendly and positive. The vibe in the hostel is great. Hostel itself is very cozy an pleasant. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Arabella
United KingdomGreat location, very helpful staff who accommodated a late check-in owing to a delayed flight. It was also extremely clean.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Georgia
United KingdomNo A/C, however big fans in the room and actually A/C probably wasn’t hugely needed.
Super chill, lots of areas to sit and meet other people. The CLEANEST hostel kitchen I have ever seen or used! Very lovely staff who were more than willing to help with any request.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 March 2024
David
GuatemalaEverything was fine
I liked the location. Very close to bar and restaurants. Also a market nearby. Also the staff was really nice and friendly.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Nadine
Switzerlandniente
the staff was insanely helpful- wow! 🤩 muchas gracias por todo!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 28 February 2024
Sergio
United StatesVery good location near by all restaurants and supermarkets, the place is calm and super clean also very near to San Jose tourist places and museums I recommend 100%
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Maria
ItalySuper cute hostel, extremely clean and smiley staff! Suggested. Also the position is very safe
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Axel
SwedenChill and friendly
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Tereza
Czech Republic- thin walls - you can hear everything - cold water (I had hot water just like 2 min maximum) - my window could not be closed for 100%
- Nice lobby, nice receptionists - comfy bed - good value for the price - far from city center but very safe location (one of the best in San Jose) - bars and restaurants around
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Rick
United StatesIt was a nice hostel. Good for a chill, quiet time. Not what I would consider a "fun" hostel.
The location was the best part. I was able to meet people and make friends from all over. Staff was awesome. It was quiet which is a good and bad thing. No noise allowed after 10 pm which put a damper on things.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Gregory
United StatesSecure, clean, great location friendly place
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Barbara
GermanyNice and quiet hostel in a nice area! Staff is very helpful and the properties are absolutely clean at any times!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Johannes
GermanyYou can hear everything that is going on in the hostel, the walls are really thin.
Big room, well equipped kitchen, safe neigbourhood with lots of bars and restaurants. Helpful staff
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 23 January 2024
Kaartikaiy
CanadaGreat location in a safe neighborhood. The hostel is clean and well maintained, and the staff and owner Andy were very helpful with information about connections/ongoing travels. The website also has a comprehensive and linked list of bus routes and things to do in San José.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Navarrete
Costa RicaNothing special about this
Private room, shower, comfortable bed and clean room
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
James
United StatesAll good
Friendly staff and the cleaning
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 December 2023
Kerstin
GermanyThe only thing that was a bit odd to me is that the rooms are not locked and you'd need a personal lock for your locker. But as it's a small hostel and people were really thoughtful and respectful with one another it didn't seem to be an issue.
I spent my last night before going home at Chillout Hostel Barrio. Every staff member was extremely nice and helpful with whatever could be needed. There are multiple bathrooms available which were all super clean at any given time. Kitchen felt like you're at a friend's house, super cozy and it's been really nice to enjoy the free coffee. Supermarkets and restaurants are within walking distance.
Stayed in December 2023
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