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905 Calle 20 Barrio Mexico Merced San Jose Costa Rica 10102, 10102 San José, Costa Rica

#73 of 111 hotels in San José

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Review score

Based on 120 hostel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    7.6

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    9.0
    Good for pitstop
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was nothing special.... Just re heated rice with beans and a french omelette.

    Location is good if you plan to take bus to go somewhere else. Perfect for 1 night. Their cat is so pretty...

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They say they start serving breakfast at 5am, however had to ask the guy in reception to make the breakfast as had the bus to catch at 6am. Reluctantly he made breakfast at 5:25 Room was way to small, barely had space to walk let alone space for luggage

    Good location next to bus station

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I personally didn't think it was worth the money. I stayed here because lots of other travelers mentioned staying here. Which due to the proximity to the bus stations makes sense. For one night just between travel its quite fine and will accommodate your needs. The showers were cold, the lockers are in the main reception area instead of in rooms, the kitchen is really small for the size of the hostel. I'm not sure if you have to ask reception for the free breakfast? I never saw it out.

    Close to bus stations which is helpful. Lots of cool artwork/murals.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A fan in the room would be nice. It was quite warm with six people.

    They will make you breakfast whenever you need it - 5am for me. Which was a great way to start the day. Close to the buses.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    9.0
    great hostel on San Jose
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    there wasn’t much on an outside area the lockers were a bit small, my day bag didn’t fit

    great location in the centre of San Jose nice communal area with sofas and tables fun cat themed artwork gallo pinto with eggs for breakfast was tasty

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2023

    8.0
    Good! Friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    it felt slightly crowded at times, the social area is little bit small

    the artwork! very beautiful and comfortable hostel. the free breakfast is a nice touch

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2023

    8.0
    reasonable Hostel close to the busstaion
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the area is not so nice

    close to the bus station, breakfast from 5 AM

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lovely people, nice relaxed vibe. San Jose isn't that special. We used this hostel as a transfer.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2023

    8.0
    Amazing and kind staff.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    staff was amazing. they went above and beyond, helped me with my SIM card recharge, prepared my breakfast way early because I had to catch a bus.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2023

    9.0
    Great staff, great times for free breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The outside of the hostel is very off putting and the signage is all but falling off the wall - a pity!

    Excellent staff support. Location was good-very close to one bus station, but you need an Uber to get to the others. Easy Walking distance to museum and shops. Great interior wall paintings. Hot showers if i recall. Wifi was ok. Free Breakfast served with a smile from 05.00 hours to 10.00 hours (amazing!)

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2023

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, shady area.

    Pretty room, nice vibe, good WiFi, nice showers, nice matrass. Especially good if you're just there for a night.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2023

    8.0
    felt very homely and perfect stop-over before getting the bus / plane
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    it’s quite basic inside, beds are not that comfortable and the walls are thin so can be loud as with the majority of San Jose, the surrounding area is not nice and I didn’t feel safe to go out on my own

    super friendly reception staff great location near to the bus station breakfast included even though I was only there for 1 night, met some really nice people and they have a great social area at the hostel - everyone sits and talks on the sofas hot water in the shower

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2023

    9.0
    A well run hostel, in the true sense of the word.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As with most hostels, some curtaining round each bed would be good, and a light over each bunk bed. More hooks in the showers. All in all, a great hostel. Thanks

    A very thoughtful touch by the Management, is to serve breakfast from 05.00 to 10.00. Thank you. Hot water showers, an area in which to relax, books. Plenty of lockers (not broken). Sockets for each bed. Lots of help. 24/7 Reception i think. Adequate kitchen. tea and coffee free, 24/7. I had a problem with my bank and my mobile wasn’t working, so the hostel kindly let me have the bank call me on its phone.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Entry should be better marked.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    8.0
    Stayed for a night....perfectly fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Whilst the location was great as its close to the bus stop....its not the best location if you're wanting to tour around the city. You're better off to go to other locations in San Jose. The beds are also super uncomfortable with a very thin mattress. I could feel every board underneath.....if I was staying longer this would have been unbearable.

    Only stayed for a night as I was travelling to a new place by bus in the morning. The hostel is walking distance from a number of bus stations and also the supermarket. Hostel was perfectly fine for one night (lots of people seemed to be getting flights/buses the next day)...if you are deciding to stay longer 3+ nights then you may want to look at another location.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were not the most comfortable.

    It was clean, the people were helpful and a good breakfast. Also a nice communal area.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2023

    8.0
    Was only there for one night but staff very helpful and friendly and facilities were fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, perfectly good hostel

    Loved the cats and cat noises. Bed was comfy but should have gone for the lower bunk

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    hole in the mattress. beds where a bit wobbely.

    best choice in SanJose. nice friendly backpackers vibe! felt really welcome! nice showers an big rooms. came back for a second time when we had to leave from SJ.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2023

    8.0
    Overall I liked it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The sound of cats meowing loudly while I was sleeping. No food allowed in rooms, but stray cats are, per their sign.

    It was hip, clean, cool, organized, peaceful.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2023

    9.0
    Perfect for one night
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Neighborhood is a little sketchy. Breakfast is gallo pinto with scrambled eggs, it's exactly what to expect for a free breakfast. Pillow is quite thin. But beds are okay for one or two nights.

    Location is nice, close to several bus stops. Couch is very comfortable and they let me stay hours after checkout to wait for the bus. Front door is always locked, so felt pretty safe to stay here.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were really cats near by so they wpuld make noisies all night

    Simple but good

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2023

    7.0
    For one night it's good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The area is very dodgy Smelled horrible in our room...very little windows No shelfs or light on the top beds...can't secure your stuff from falling down Small kitchen

    Very close to the bus terminal Big showers Free breakfast Meet new people

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2023

    8.0
    Good place for one night
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Otherwise the area is bad and not so nice, lots of homeless people. Breakfast leaves you hungry, because the portions are really small.

    It’s nearby all the bus stations in San José. A good place to sleep one night and continue next morning.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can be quite noisy so bring earplugs if this might bother you :)

    Super friendly staff and good amenities - coffee/tea and free breakfast. The warm shower was also a bonus! Comfy mattresses.

    Stayed in January 2023

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