Best Hostels in Costa Rica

Located in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 29 miles, NATIVUS Art-Hostel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is around a 13-minute walk from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, one mile from National Stadium of Costa Rica and 3.2 miles from Parque Diversiones. The property has a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. Certain rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the hostel. You can play darts at this 3-star hostel, and car rental is available. Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium is 11 miles from NATIVUS Art-Hostel, while Parque Viva is 15 miles from the property. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 10 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "A nice refuge for solo female travelers" - "Beatifully designed hostel with superb cleanliness in all areas and incredibly comfortable bunk bed" - "Great people, great value, wonderful place, will go again!!" - "The nicest hostel I've been to" - "Anna was really lovely, the place is a haven." - "Good for a short stay in San Jose, very close to the park and a small supermarket is close by" - "Pretty but dull" - "The hostess was pleasant and, on balance, the stay was adequate for its price."

Mediterranean hostal with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
Along with 2 outdoor pools, this hostal has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
Hotel Ibiza offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Perfect Location " - "Nice place love customer service " - "It was a one night stay. I enjoyed it enough to wear. I would be more than happy to return there on my next trip. Very friendly and helpful staff. I would actually say above and beyond." - "Beautiful property close to the beach! " - "Very close to the beach. Clean room and great breakfast. Friendly staff. Macaws landed in the tree nearby while we were eating breakfast! "

Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica is located in Tamarindo, an ideal spot for surfing and enjoying the beach. The property offers a communal kitchen, lush gardens, hammocks and free WiFi in all areas. Each room comes with air conditioning or fan, safes and lockers. Dorm rooms have fans or AC (from 9PM - 9AM) Some rooms also have a private patio and a terrace with hammocks and tropical garden views. Extras include fresh bed linen and towels. At Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica you will find a social room with rocking chairs, pouffe pillows and hammocks. Other facilities offered at the property include a games room, luggage storage and free parking outside of the property. An array of activities can be booked on site, including surfing lessons, kayaking, yoga and all-inclusive sailing tours. Guests also have free access to a swimming pool with a swim-up bar, located within a few minutes' walk.

- "Modest comfort but awesome people. Great place to stay!" - "Laid back hostel with everything you need for a decent price" - "Excellent, clean and well equipped facilities and great social spaces and location." - "great place to stay although they could do a few small things to make it better" - "Great stay!" - "Great location and the grounds are lovely. The staff was very friendly and helpful." - "Beds with bedbugs"

Hostel with free parking, steps from Manuel Antonio National Park
This smoke-free hostel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a business center, and an arcade/game room.
Selina Manuel Antonio - Hostel offers 40 accommodations with air conditioning. This Quepos hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Good location, parking a bit limited" - "Super nice hotel " - "Nice property " - "I have stayed about Selina many times, It’s great that’s why I keep coming back, Except this time, the bathroom had two leaks, one Was coming from the ceiling from the air air conditioning pipe, and then the faucet had another leak. But that wasn’t the worst part, There’s a receptionist, Short blonde, Who has the worst demeanor, I have noticed that before, God forbid she cracks a smile, And at the time of check out, she didn’t even say thank you or goodbye, Specially, annoying the inconveniences I had had in the bathroom Just rude! The rest of the staff are fantastic. The guys at the restaurants are great, Jesse and Caroline and all of them! "

Passifloras Hostel in Quepos provides accommodations with a terrace and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a concierge service, along with free Wifi throughout the property. On-site staff can arrange a shuttle service. At the apartment complex, all units are equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom. Guests at the apartment can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach of the property. Manuel Antonio National Park is 4.7 miles from Passifloras Hostel, while Marina Pez Vela is a 14-minute walk away. La Managua Airport is 3.1 miles from the property.

Kitchen • Laundry • Entertainment • Guest Services • Child Friendly • Tv • Balcony/Terrace • Air Conditioner • Other • Internet • Security/Safety • Transportation/Shuttle

Hostel on the beach, with outdoor pool
At Socialtel Jaco, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the beach where you can enjoy surfing/body boarding.
Socialtel Jaco offers 31 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "every time i come to jaco beach i stay at selinas and every time i stay it just gets better and better all the time. this time they had the entertainment of the DOUBLE tight rope walker over the pool giving lessons. i was not drunk enough to try it myself, but steven was the greatest. oh, and don't fotget aboout the every night happy hour with cocnut water and cacique. did you know that in world wars 1I and II, that they used coconut water for blood transfusions on the soldiers that lost so much blood and there was a shortage of blood supply? well, add that cacique &................probably would not have cared about the wounds. best drink and food ever. best vibe and they may need to expand the kitchen for the hostel kids. such a fun place to be! surfing school has so many peeps learning how to surf! i wish i could post my photos but once i hit send on this review then i can't get them off my phone. oh yea. they use the most up to date use your device to see the menu in order to order the food. i'm 65 but not so tech savvy. but still love to have fun in this old body, so help me get a little fatter by not making me order without the physical menu. even if you post the menu up with erasable prices with one of the cool boards that you can put the super cool BRIGHT colors that face back to back...one facing the 'audience' on poolside, and the other facing inward. hell post them toward the beach too. remind us what goodies you got on the menu! it is always GRE"

Just a 5-minute walk from Uvita's beautiful waterfall, Cascada Verde Eco Lodge & Hostel offers stunning rainforest and ocean views. The tropical treehouse style building features hammocks, plenty of comfy furniture and two large terraces. Cascada Verde - Hostel at the Waterfall has spacious private rooms and shared dormitories with charming rustic-style décor. Each one offers free Wi-Fi and most of them have a garden view. This family-run hostel has a large shared dining area and a fully equipped communal kitchen with free tea and coffee. You can spot wild monkeys and exotic birds in the gardens. A local restaurant can be found within a 5-minute walk, while a supermarket, bus stop and tourist information office can be found in Uvita town, a 15 to 20-minute walk away. You can drive to the Marino Ballena National Park and the famous Whale Tail Beach in around 10 minutes. Quepos Airport is 28 mi away, and there are regular bus services between Uvita and San José.

- "My family are not easily pleased, but I could hardly tear them away from this place." - "A peaceful jungle hideaway with genuinely friendly and helpful hosts." - "Best hostel stay in Costa Rica" - "A peaceful stay in the middle of nature" - "Exactly what I was looking for and wish I could stay longer." - "I enjoyed it, but not a place I would go back to" - "Nice hostel near waterfall"

Hostel in La Fortuna with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
This hostel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a business center are onsite.
Socialtel La Fortuna offers 27 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Really well set up. Gorgeous pool and open kitchen for hanging out. Staff are super friendly and helpful. I hadn’t stayed in a hostel in over 10 years, so was unsure about what a dorm would be like. No worries - totally chilled. To any other solo travelers in their mid-30s - this place is fab. " - "Very accessible " - "Great place, I had so much fun!" - "Comfortable rooms and lots of amenities on-premise. Slightly far from the bus stop for airport or for other places in Costa Rica (but still walk-able), but close to the National Museum and it's not like there's many other things to see in San Jose. "

Located in Puerto Viejo, a 2-minute walk from Negra Beach, Pagalù Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a garden view. Jaguar Rescue Center is 2.8 miles from the hostel.

- "Great stay! Great people, price and location." - "Nice friendly hostel"

Beach location and outdoor pool
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a microwave in a common area.
Selina - Puerto Viejo offers 37 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Great!" - "I asked the staff for a very late check-in (11pm), due to transportation issues, and they were very understanding and help me out with no dificulties at my arrival " - "Our stay was fine, however the property was in need of some maintenance. Our kitchen area of the apartment was missing a window so we had many mosquitos in the room. Stayed at other Selina Hotels and this was certainly not one of the better ones " - "Has everything you need and more. Staff are super friendly. Great hang out areas. Nice walk to town on the trail. Great pool area. Very clean :)"

Arcari Garden Hostel is located just 1312 feet from Tortuguero National Park, just a few steps from the sea shores and features free WiFi access is available in all areas. Each room here will provide you with a patio, garden views and outdoor furnishing. Featuring a shower, either shared or private bathrooms come with free toiletries. At Arcari Garden Hostel you will find an extensive garden and a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk and luggage storage.

Restaurant • Other • Laundry • Security/Safety • Kitchen • Internet • Entertainment • Sports/Activities • Tv • Guest Services • View • Transportation/Shuttle

Hostel with free breakfast, 6-minute walk to Frog Pad
This smoke-free hostel features an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and concierge services. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
The Nomadic Hotel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. This Nosara hostel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "We had a wonderful 4nights at Nomadic. The property is beautiful and thoughtfully designed. This boutique hotel is just the right size for an intimate feel. Really enjoyed the daily yoga, especially the subbed class with Emma who was wonderful. The complimentary breakfast is nice and very fresh, but note they have a rotating menu and only one option per day with no variations. Our only negative is that the coffee is very very weak. The location is perfect with a trail right next to the hotel that provides a shaded short cut to the popular main street. Special thanks to Thony and Sandra who were very helpful in coordinating transport and activities for us when we needed. We would definitely stay here again. "

Located in Puerto Viejo, a 2-minute walk from Cocles Beach, Tasty Dayz Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 1.6 miles of Jaguar Rescue Center. The property provides karaoke and a shared kitchen. At the hostel, the rooms have a patio with a garden view. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while some rooms also feature a terrace. At Tasty Dayz Hostel every room includes a seating area. The area is popular for snorkeling and cycling, and bike rental is available at the accommodation.

- "Great place" - "Nice Setting"

Hostel with free parking, near Santa Teresa Beach
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free hostel.
Socialtel Santa Teresa offers 15 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

- "Love Selina santa teresa south! The pool is so clean and beautiful and they clean the rooms if you want. They upgraded us to a private room but I’ve stayed in the shared bunks and it was very nice and clean too. The people here are super nice and friendly. Also monkeys. Lots of monkeys. " - "Booked a 4 bed dorm but when I checked into the property, the dorm was attached to a massive kitchen/communal space with an 8 bed dorm at the other end. There was only 1 bathroom between us, there was a $5 charge for a towel (there were not even hand towels or bath mats provided in the bathroom), barely any windows and the air con did not work. Definitely not the worst hostel I have stayed in but far from the best. "

Located in Dominical, a few steps from Dominical Beach, Cool Vibes Beach Hostel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. The property is around 27 miles from Marina Pez Vela, 4.8 miles from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and 6.4 miles from Nauyaca Waterfalls. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured. All rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms here will provide you with a kitchen with a fridge. La Managua Airport is 25 miles away.

- "You should stay here if you've got cool vibes." - "Fantastic location & comfortable hostel!" - "Fun Hostel - The name is apropos" - "Chill hostel, great staff" - "Chill, friendly, relaxed" - "We had a a great stay. Would come again."

Hostal with free parking, 5-minute walk to Lake Arenal
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostal. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include spa services, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga offers 15 shared accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hostal include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Absolutely beautiful hotel with incredibly friendly service and amazing food. I would highly recommend it. The chocolate tour was a highlight. " - "Loved this stay so much!!!! Highly recommend. " - "This property was a true sanctuary. Nestled in the jungle with various short walking trails, daily yoga and a spa circuit. The hosts were just amazing and kind and the property was pure heaven. If you want snacks or coffee, there’s no refrigerator or coffee in the room so just plan accordingly. :)"

Located within 19 miles of Poas National Park and 1.4 miles of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Flor de Katty Hostel Airport provides rooms in Alajuela. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. National Stadium of Costa Rica is 11 miles from the hostel and La Sabana Metropolitan Park is 11 miles away. All guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen. Parque Viva is 5.5 miles from Flor de Katty Hostel Airport, while Parque Diversiones is 10 miles away. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International Airport, 1.9 miles from the accommodation.

Internet • Kitchen • Tv • Entertainment • Other

Hostel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Teresa Beach
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hostel has a bar/lounge and a microwave in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a refrigerator in a common area, a business center, and a library are onsite.
Selina Santa Teresa North - Hostel offers 41 accommodations with air conditioning. This Cóbano hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Well positioned near the beach and food. For the price it would have been nice to have hot water in the shower." - "I stayed in one of the private rooms. It was very clean and it had everything I needed. The room was a little small, but comfortable. The hotel grounds are pretty and very clean. There is also a very nice small pool. The staff were friendly and answered any questions we had. I would definitely stay here again. " - "The best hostel in Santa Teresa! They do such a good job of making sure there’s activities, good vibes and good food! Even stayed an extra night"

OutBox Inn has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Monteverde Costa Rica. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around a few steps from Monteverde Orchid Garden and around 1.2 miles from Monteverde Ecological Sanctuary. The property has evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. The rooms at the hostel come with a seating area. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower, rooms at OutBox Inn also feature free WiFi, while some rooms have a mountain view. At the accommodation rooms come with bed linen and towels. Sky Adventures Monteverde is 2 miles from OutBox Inn, while Selvatura Adventure Park is 3.4 miles away. Fortuna Airport is 52 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "Book your stay immediately." - "would recomend it" - "Good vibes but could be better"

Hostal with free parking, steps from Catarata uvita
A snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe, and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this hostal. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, spa services, a refrigerator in a common area, and dry cleaning are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Hostel Cascada Verde offers 24 accommodations with ceiling fans. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. This Bahía Ballena hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Hair dryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Loved my stay here. I had a private room & it was great. Sad to leave! " - "Very quit and a paradise in the rain forest " - "Very Nice place. Breakfast offer from the restaurant on-site could be improved" - "Great place, beautiful location! Make no mistake, this isn't a 5-star hotel, it's an open air kind of place with no AC but beds have mosquito netting and we were completely comfortable. Gorgeous viewing deck for hanging out with a beer or a book. Community kitchen that we didn't take advantage of, but many people did and it seemed well equipped. Having a car made it easier to get to but it's not 100% necessary. Great little wine bar just down the road."