Hostels in Costa Rica

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Our top choices for Costa Rica hostels

1. Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"This was my favorite hostel out of all the hostels I stayed in in Costa Rica. The blending of beautiful scenery with a bar overlooking the river and the hamburgers were amazing and so are the night walks!!"
United States
Rachel
The price is NZ$83
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

2. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful."
United States
Paul
The price is NZ$57
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Toucan Hostel

3. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (375 reviews)
"Staff were super friendly and very helpful!"
Canada
Kiera
The price is NZ$39
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

4. Socialtel La Fortuna

Socialtel La Fortuna
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (202 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay very much would recommend "
Canada
Bonnie
Socialtel La Fortuna

5. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"One of the cleanest places I have stayed."
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
The price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Viajero San José Hostel

6. Hostel La Choza Inn

Hostel La Choza Inn
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
7.8 out of 10, Good, (232 reviews)
"Great place, cheap, serves the purpose"
United States
Roberto
Hostel La Choza Inn

7. Saranda Boutique Hotel

Saranda Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Cahuita
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"Beautiful cozy place , great staff I will back very soon"
United States
Hugo
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Saranda Boutique Hotel

8. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (247 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$74
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

9. Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (231 reviews)
"Comfortable room, convenient location, reasonable price "
United States
David
The price is NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Poshtel Arenal

10. Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel

Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cóbano
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (27 reviews)
"Great place to stay..."
United States
Josue
The price is NZ$85
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel
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