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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 restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a kitchen visible in the background.
A bar area with a bamboo ceiling, bar counter, and various bar tools.
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
The current price is $25
$23 nightly
$25 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | WiFi (free), bed sheets

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

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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

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Room Economy

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San José

With a stay at Costa Rica Guesthouse, you'll be centrally located in San José, a 4-minute drive from University of Costa Rica and 5 minutes from Sabana Park. .This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from National Stadium of Costa Rica and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Multiplaza Mall Escazu.

What's nearby

  • National Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jade Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 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 offers 25 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Make yourself at home in one of the 25 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Colonial hotel also features concierge services, a television in a common area, and a reception hall.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Costa Rica Guesthouse. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in San José? This hotel has 323 square feet (30 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Onsite venue - This bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast only. Open daily.

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nurul

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

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

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

Vanessa

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

Ira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the guesthouse very much
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleas roo and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARIO

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and nice location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

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