Costa Rica Backpackers

Name: Costa Rica Backpackers
Address: Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, San José, San José (and vicinity), Cantón San José, Costa Rica, San José, San José Province, Costa Rica
Rating: 7.85

"Liked the bar"

"Conveniently located"

"Loved the pool"

"Rooms were immaculate"

"Staff provided great service"

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Property description

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hostel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

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7.8

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Based on 1,767 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Couple

27%

Family

Group

33%

Solo

35%

What guests think

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At Costa Rica Backpackers, travelers highlight a lively, social vibe and central location with a pool and common areas, alongside mixed experiences with cleanliness, room comfort, and showers, plus notable noise from nearby trains and traffic.

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Christian

Feb 5, 2026

Stayed 3 nights

Good vibe, nice food and very central.

Evan

Jan 21, 2026

Stayed 1 night

helen

Dec 18, 2025

Stayed 1 night

The hammocks and pool are awesome

Azhaar

Nov 26, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Yes.. Nice place. Good people helpful staff clean room.y favourite hostel!

Jesus

Nov 20, 2025

Stayed 1 night

Gas station bathrooms, broken common area couches, motel like vibes. Even for $19 is overpriced. $5 more will put you in a better hostel.

Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, San José, San José (and vicinity), Cantón San José, Costa Rica

Location

With a stay at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in San José, a short 7-minute walk from National Museum of Costa Rica and 13 minutes by foot from National Theater of Costa Rica. This hostel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from University of Costa Rica and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Sabana Park.

Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica(0.3 miles)

National Park(0.3 miles)

National Museum of Costa Rica(0.4 miles)

Plaza de la Democracia(0.4 miles)

Asamblea Legislativa(0.4 miles)

Jade Museum(0.4 miles)

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From 14:00 to 00:00

Before 10:30

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Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 5 per day.

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately USD 6 per person.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until midnight, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge of USD 28 per vehicle (one-way) and can be arranged at any time, as the service operates 24 hours.

The property features wheelchair accessible facilities, including limited access. There are also elevators and step-free entrances available.

The property is centrally located in San José, just a short 7-minute walk from the National Museum of Costa Rica and 13 minutes by foot from the National Theater of Costa Rica. It is approximately 1.4 miles from the University of Costa Rica and 2.5 miles from Sabana Park.

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available. The pool is seasonal and operational hours may vary.

Children are allowed at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.

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