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Featured Hostels in Central Valley

Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel

2 out of 5
15 C. 13 San José San José
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$42 nightly
The price is $47 total per night
$47 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
At Viajero San José Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel

2.5 out of 5
Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$27 nightly
The price is $30 total per night
$30 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Toucan Hostel features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage.
Pet friendly
Parking included
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

2 out of 5
Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$19 nightly
The price is $22 total per night
$22 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. If you drive, self parking is USD 5 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 28 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
Pool
Free WiFi
Luca

Luca

1 out of 5
Av. 5 San José San José
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$25 nightly
The price is $28 total per night
$28 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Guests staying at Luca enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members are on hand to provide luggage storage and access to locker space.
Parking included
Free WiFi
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

2 out of 5
SJO Airport Ave, 4th street Alajuela Alajuela
$39 nightly
The price is $44 total per night
$44 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
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 dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
Free airport shuttle
Free WiFi
Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel

2 out of 5
Calles 36 y 38 San José San José
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$55 nightly
The price is $62 total per night
$62 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
At Gaudys Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, spa services, and a library. Valet parking is USD 10 per night if you plan to drive, or hop aboard the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 25 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, access to locker space, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Breakfast included
Spa
Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal

2 out of 5
9th Street, 12th and 14th Avenue San José San Jose
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$41 nightly
The price is $46 total per night
$46 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Lolas Hostal features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include local meal delivery service and a communal living room.
Free WiFi
24/7 front desk
Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad

2 out of 5
Avenida 16 A y Calle 60 A, Sabana Sur San José
$39 nightly
The price is $44 total per night
$44 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Capital Hostel de Ciudad features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 25.00 per vehicle one-way. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser.
Pet friendly
Parking included
Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon

2 out of 5
Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte San José San Jose
$59 nightly
The price is $67 total per night
$67 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel Casa Colon features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. There's free parking, and a shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) for CRC 17500.00 per vehicle one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and express check-out.
Breakfast included
Parking included
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Hotel Options in Central Valley

    Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

    Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

    Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
    $101 nightly
    The price is $114 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
    $114 total
    Oct 5 - Oct 6
    Total with taxes and fees
    9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,182 reviews)
    Barceló San José

    Barceló San José

    Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
    $94 nightly
    The price is $106 total per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
    $106 total
    Oct 11 - Oct 12
    Total with taxes and fees
    DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

    DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

    Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
    $111 nightly
    The price is $125 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
    $125 total
    Sep 20 - Sep 21
    Total with taxes and fees
    9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)

Hostels

Book a hostel in Central Valley
Life is an adventure, and you can experience it all—without breaking the bank. Don’t ignore your free spirit when you travel: stay spontaneous with hostels in Central Valley. They’re flexible, fun and never have a dull moment, just like you. Plus, the budget friendly nature of a hostel means you can stay longer and check out everything Central Valley has to offer.

Find your tribe and maximize your good times at Central Valley hostels. Backpackers, students, and young travelers flock to hostels for their community feel. They’re a great place to meet fellow travel junkies from all over the world and make new friends that will help you get the most out of Central Valley.

Hostels let you really see Central Valley
A hostel is your ticket to a great trip in Central Valley. Some include private rooms, while others offer double beds or bunk beds, so your whole crew can split the cost. If you’re traveling alone, hostels are the perfect way to find your Central Valley family and maybe even pick up a trail buddy.  

Youth hostels in Central Valley are the best way to see the sights without losing your savings. Perks can include free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and options for private rooms and bathrooms. Some hostels also include common areas where you can cook and share meals together, reheat leftovers, or just gather around to swap stories. The manager is likely a local who will be able to suggest new spots in Central Valley for you to visit. Take your new best friends and get going. Central Valley isn’t going to explore itself.

Central Valley Hostels essential information

Accommodation
29 Hostels
Lowest Price
$22
Highest Price
$125
Popular accommodation
Viajero San José Hostel, Toucan Hostel, Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel, Luca , Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel, Gaudys Hotel, Lolas Hostal, Capital Hostel de Ciudad, Hostel Casa Colon