Hostels in Costa Rica

Chilamate Rainforest Eco Retreat, near La Selva Biological Station (11km), offers a peaceful rainforest setting close to Catarata Tesoro Escondido (48km) and Laguna del Hule (35km).
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom house provides air conditioning, Wi-Fi, private parking, a terrace, and on-site restaurant serving breakfast (buffet, continental, or American options) plus darts, hiking and cycling opportunities nearby.

Rancho Margot is a 3km drive from Arenal Lake and 2km from the Caño Negro River, offering a tranquil retreat in the lush rainforest of El Castillo de La Fortuna. This property has received very good ratings for user experience, location, and cleanliness.
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom house features an eco-friendly design and expansive garden terraces. The package includes a complimentary ranch tour, two daily yoga classes, cow-milking, organic meals, a buffet-style breakfast, and access to a swimming pool, spa, fitness centre, restaurant, bar, and concierge services.

GreenPoint Drake Bay hostel is located in Drake, 3.1km from Drake Bay Airport.
This Drake Bay lodging offers a range of amenities including free private parking, Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen, terrace, garden, and varied breakfast options; it features one bedroom and one bathroom.

Corcovado Adventures is a hostel located in Drake Bay, situated a 1.1 kilometre walk from Las Caletas Beach and 1.1 kilometres from Cocalito Beach.
The hostel offers a range of amenities including a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

Pura Vibra Hostel is located in Fortuna, a short distance from La Fortuna Waterfall, Kalambu Hot Springs, and within easy reach of other popular attractions. The hostel has received very good user ratings, with an excellent location rating and very good cleanliness rating.
The hostel features a shared kitchen, lounge, and garden. Guests can enjoy a variety of activities, including karaoke, table tennis, and concierge services.

Alpha Arenal is a hostel situated in Fortuna, just 3.5 miles from La Fortuna Waterfall and 2.9 miles from Kalambu Hot Springs, offering a convenient base to explore the area's natural wonders. It has received very good user ratings for its cleanliness and a fantastic location rating, making it a popular choice for travellers.
Alpha Arenal features a single bedroom and bathroom, perfect for solo travellers or couples. Guests can enjoy a garden, terrace, and shared lounge, along with amenities like free parking, a coffee machine in every room, and free Wi-Fi. There's also a kitchen equipped with a fridge, microwave, and dishwasher, along with a table tennis table for some entertainment.

In The Wind Hostel and Guesthouse is located in San Pedro, a safe and upscale district, just a short walk from the University of Costa Rica and a 10-minute bus ride from downtown San José. It has consistently received very good ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel offers comfortable accommodation with a shared kitchen, a terrace, a garden, and a fitness centre. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning, and benefit from a concierge, hot water showers, and parking on-site.

Ceiba Hostel in Fortuna, Costa Rica is conveniently located near Ecoglide Arenal Park, 4.6km from La Fortuna Waterfall and 5.5km from Kalambu Hot Springs.
This budget lodging offers a shared kitchen, lounge, terrace, garden, parking, and air conditioning, along with a business centre and currency exchange; airport shuttle services are available at an extra cost.

Aptos Casa Caribe apartments in Puerto Limón are situated 1.8km from Bonita Beach and 2.7km from Los Baños Beach, conveniently located 5km from Limón International Airport.
These self-catering apartments offer free parking, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a balcony; some units include a kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and a washing machine, with daily breakfast options available.

The Hotel Manuel Antonio Park, a 1-star lodging, is situated a brief 3-minute walk from the entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park and 10 kilometres from Quepos town.
This accommodation provides air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, complimentary WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant serving breakfast, and private parking, with a tour desk available for booking local excursions.

Argdivan Hostel is located in Fortuna, just a short distance from both La Fortuna Waterfall and Kalambu Hot Springs, making it a convenient base for exploring the area's natural wonders. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and overall experience, ensuring a comfortable stay.
The hostel offers a range of facilities, including a shared kitchen and lounge, a terrace, a garden, and a spa. Guests can enjoy activities such as darts, bike and car rentals, and an airport shuttle service.

Gecko Surf House Santa Teresa offers a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guesthouse located in Santa Teresa Beach, just a 3-minute walk from Carmen Beach and 13.5 kilometres from Montezuma Waterfall.
This family-friendly accommodation provides complimentary WiFi, air conditioning, a shared kitchen with a fridge, and private patios with city views, with concierge services and tour organisation available.

Casa Rinu, a hostel in San José, is located 12.4 kilometres from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 13.8 kilometres from the National Stadium of Costa Rica, with Juan Santamaría International Airport 27.4 kilometres away.
This accommodation offers air-conditioned rooms, complimentary WiFi, a shared kitchen with essential appliances, a swimming pool, a hot tub, a terrace, a garden, a spa, and a fitness centre, with pets also welcome.

Life For Life Hostel Drake Bay, Home Of Sea Turtle Marine Conservation Project, is situated on the Osa Peninsula, a 17.7km drive from Drake Bay Airport and a short walk from Rincon Beach and San Josecito Beach.
This family-friendly guesthouse offers a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, an on-site restaurant and bar, organised activities including hiking and snorkelling, and accommodates guests in one bedroom with one bathroom.

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only, a women-only guesthouse in San José, is conveniently located approximately 6 kilometres from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 7.4 kilometres from the National Stadium.
This single-bedroom lodging offers guests a shared kitchen with a fridge and microwave, free Wi-Fi, a shared lounge, and a flat-screen TV, all within a safe and secure environment for female travellers.

Mango Coliving Uvita is conveniently located in Uvita, Costa Rica, 12.2 kilometres from the Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and 27.4 kilometres from Nauyaca Waterfalls.
This 20-square-metre guesthouse offers one bedroom, one bathroom, and sleeps two guests, featuring a private kitchen with a fridge and microwave, air conditioning, a swimming pool, and free Wi-Fi.