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Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

2.0 star property

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A hallway with a tiled floor, dark walls, and artwork on the sides.
A reception area with a reception desk, a clock, a plant, and a seating area with stools.
A bedroom with a large bed, two windows, a small balcony, and a wooden shelf.
A hallway with a bamboo wall, a potted plant, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.
A kitchen with a pizza oven, a pizza being removed, and a person in a chef's uniform.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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SJO Airport Ave, 4th street, Alajuela, Alajuela
  • Place, Juan Santamaría Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Market Alajuela
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, City Mall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with a view, and an air conditioning unit.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a door.

Double Room with Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with a view, and an air conditioning unit.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, an air conditioning unit, and a window with a view.

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a tiled floor, and a door leading to another room.

10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Suite

  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory BUNK BED

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOM

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Alajuela

Located in Carmen within a short stroll of City Mall, Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel is within a 15-minute drive of Plaza Real Cariari. This 22-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Juan Santamaría Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Juan Santamaria Historical Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Central Market Alajuela - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • City Mall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 17 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Trigo Miel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soda Los Sapitos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sabor a Tiquicia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪July's Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Guests of Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. For transportation, you can make use of a free airport shuttle (available on request), as well as a ferry terminal shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Relax with a rainfall shower. Change of bedsheets 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

  • No onsite parking available
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • 24-hour train station drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Pizza Los Olivos

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2007
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CRC 7500.0 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CRC 7500.0 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours).

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.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Property is also known as

Alajuela Backpackers
Alajuela Backpackers Hostel
Backpackers Alajuela
Backpackers Hostel Alajuela
Hostel Alajuela Backpackers
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Alajuela Backpackers Boutique Hotel Alajuela
Hostel Alajuela Backpackers
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel Alajuela

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel on Jul 17, 2026 start from $44, 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 do around Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Carmen, just steps from Juan Santamaría Park, and within a 10-minute walk of Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Central Market Alajuela. You'll also find City Mall and Plaza Real Alajuela less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel have a casino?

No, Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will value amenities like a rainfall showerhead, a city view in some rooms, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Pizza Los Olivos.

Are there connecting rooms at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

The closest major airport to Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is 1.8 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is located 12.1 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel.

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 241 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect for the budget. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Airport shuttle is a big plus! The room was clean and perfect for a short stay. Very noisy at night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness
Internet was fast room clean and the best part was the shuttle to the airport, the restaurant on the 4 floor is very nice the food take too long do not recommend to eat there but everything also was good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, easily upgraded to a private room, and good spots to eat close by! Really appreciated the free airport shuttle included.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was simple but was exactly what we needed the night before an early morning flight. The free shuttle to the airport made it a very convenient stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Tomasz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Goos value for money and transport to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, friendly staff, room as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Brandon

I find this place to be pretty cool and a great value. We really just needed a place to crash for the night and its location and prices suited us well. The rooms have minimal amenities and the windows allow ALL of the busy, busy street noise in but what can ya say, the price is right.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wadiyyah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was standard and private🇨🇷. I got a good nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky hotel/hostel, I had an individual room with bathroom. Room was lovely, clean, comfortable bed. This is a great place to stay over close to San Jose airport, and they run free airport shuttles! All in all, a really cost effective but very comfortable place to stay! Staff were always lovely and helpful, and there is an elevator if anyone's worried that there are 4 floors :) Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Cool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Gabe

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

avalon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stay there a few times over the years. Convenient location and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place and location with airport shuttle. Air conditioning is nice and has a restaurant within the hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Fantastic value for the price. But zero amenities no soap or anything in the bathrooms no towels provided just bare bones all the way around and no kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerrilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so welcoming and helpful. The rooms were clean and the price cannot be beat. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Is a nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Aijia

The staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Grate place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Shaneese

Good location, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Kasey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived after 10pm so could not get the shuttle, however the host was nice and I had no problems getting in (they buzzed me in right away though the door was closed for the night). The bedding did not look or smell clean. I travelled so long I accepted my fate but if I was remotely awake I would have asked them to replace. I chose a double and it was a double bed but also two (unused) bunks in the room. I slept there as the sheets looked fresher. The hotel is in a very cool building and common areas were very neat. Staff was all friendly, at least on check in and in the restaurant where I waited for my shuttle after checkout. The food I believe is from next door and was delicious. Location is right in town. Overall I would stay here again for the price and value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles-Etienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners are great and you have everything that you need to enjoy your stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Sha-lynn

It was a good location, building with a lot of character and potential. I know it is a budget hotel but could have improved in cleanliness. Room had a smell to it, shower head was full of mineral build up and maybe even mold(?). I would probably look for another option next time
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026