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Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property

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Two people seated at a round table with a variety of breakfast items, including toast, eggs, and juice, in an outdoor setting with plants and a yellow wall in the background.
A bar area with a bamboo ceiling, bar counter, and various bar tools.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a kitchen visible in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A conference room with wooden tables, laptops, and people working.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, San Jose, 1000
  • Place, National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de la Cultura
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, National Theater of Costa Rica
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

A neatly arranged bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside lamp, a chair, and a standing fan.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a fan, a chair, and a wooden door with glass panels.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

A balcony with a view of buildings and greenery.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 6 beds)

A bunk bed room with a ladder, a window with metal bars, and curtains.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 6 beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - C)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden floors, and a ceiling with exposed beams.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - C)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - D)

A room with a bunk bed, a window with a metal grid, and a view of trees outside.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - D)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

A room with bunk beds, a suitcase, and a window with a view of greenery.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

A room with bunk beds, a window, and a suitcase.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

A balcony with a view of buildings and greenery.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room Economy

WiFi (free), bed sheets

Room Economy

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room Standard

WiFi (free), bed sheets

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San José

Located in Catedral, Costa Rica Guesthouse is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Park. This 3-star hotel has 25 rooms and welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jade Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Morazan Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Theater of Costa Rica - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Fercori Station - 6 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar La Flota - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Casa China - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Destileria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Limoncello - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caccio's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 29 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a computer station, and a library.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 6 for adults and USD 4 to 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1905
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Per property policy, guests must be aged 18-40 to stay in shared dormitory room types.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 6 for adults, and USD 4 to 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 29 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 11 (one-way), (from 10 to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Costa Rica Guesthouse
Costa Rica Guesthouse Hotel
Costa Rica Guesthouse Hotel San Jose
Costa Rica Guesthouse San Jose
Costa Rica Guesthouse San Jose
Costa Rica Guesthouse Hotel
Costa Rica Guesthouse San José
Costa Rica Guesthouse Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Costa Rica Guesthouse provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

As of Aug 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Costa Rica Guesthouse on Aug 10, 2026 start from $23, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Costa Rica Guesthouse?

This hotel is situated in Catedral within a 10-minute walk of National Museum of Costa Rica, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica, and National Park. You'll also find Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Yes, extended and self parking are offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse include a casino at the property?

No, Costa Rica Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Costa Rica Guesthouse good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a city view and free WiFi.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Costa Rica Guesthouse serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Costa Rica Guesthouse.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Costa Rica Guesthouse?

The closest major airport to Costa Rica Guesthouse is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 6 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 12.1 mi away (33-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony and a patio where guests can enjoy city views.

Costa Rica Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 322 out of 709 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 709 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 709 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 709 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 709 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Great for a quiet and yet close to San José's nearby location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, clean rooms and bathrooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norah

The room was clean, the staff is very nice and helpful and the breakfast is so nice and not really expensive! I recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super accommodating,good rooms,and great rooms for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keenon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great spot to start walking tour of the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! All was great! Walking distance to bars, will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was good around clock
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hridisha

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not bad for a short stay as a solo traveler. The female bathroom next to my dorm had a bad stinky smell although there were other bathrooms at the property that were cleaner and smell free. The property is nice and quiet, great for people that are working while traveling.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked the single king room with my own bathroom. It was perfect! Near restaurants and three blocks away from nightlife on California Street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nazih

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nurul

The staff were exceptional and super helpful and made my stay easy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , friendly staff and open 24hrs!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was excellent. Had zero issues & was helped tremendously by the staff with my bombardment of questions. Obviously take note that there is an airport nearby & planes sometimes flew over you but I wasn't woken up by this at all even with the windows left open.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

D'Arcy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and very friendly staff. Thank you. I highly recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

D'Arcy

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
They cacelled our resevation because they had a big group and made a big deal because my girlfriend arrived the next evening and not checked in with me but i paid for 2 person room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were very clean. Staff was helpful and curteous. When a cold spell hit they found us an extra blanket, which was perfect. Complimentry coffee and hot water for tea. Helped us with our shower which wasn't providing us with hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They made it easy. It was my first time visiting and the warmth of the staff took the edge away. I really appreciated them setting up my transfer from the airport and made the chaos of finding a taxi late at night much easier. Definitely going to use them for my next visit to Costa Rica. Pura Vida!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big room, clean and handy at a good price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ishvara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome convenient stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, the rooms were clean. Overall very good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Millie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the property was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Always very clean room. Easy check in. Nice ambience. Quiet enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025