Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property
City-center Catedral hotel with bar/lounge

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Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Staircase
Welcome to Costa Rica Guesthouse, where modern comforts and attentive service merge. Unwind in the garden or explore nearby Catedral while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8,4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is R248
R562 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb

Room options

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Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 6 beds)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
In-room safe
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - D)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - C)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

Highlights

TV
Located on the top floor
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, San Jose, 1000

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 7 min walk
  • Morazan Park - 14 min walk
  • National Theater - 14 min walk
  • Central Park - 16 min walk
  • San Pedro Mall - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 32 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 5 min walk
  • San Jose Fercori Station - 6 min walk
  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 7 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante La Casa China - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Destileria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antik Restaurant + Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Vuelta Al Mundo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Bahamas - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Costa Rica Guesthouse

When you stay at Costa Rica Guesthouse, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference space (323 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1905
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Reception hall
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast only.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 4 to 6 for adults, and USD 4 to 6 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 29 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 10 and 18 costs USD 11 (one-way)

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Costa Rica Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 29 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (12-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (15-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Costa Rica Guesthouse and nearby?

Costa Rica Guesthouse has a garden.

What's the area around Costa Rica Guesthouse like?

Costa Rica Guesthouse is in Catedral, a short 5-minute walk from San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station and 7 minutes' walk from National Museum of Costa Rica.

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Costa Rica Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8,4

Very good

8,6/10

Cleanliness

8,6/10

Staff & service

8,0/10

Amenities

8,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Top Notch,excellent value
Excellent in all regards.especially impressed with helpful front desk and cleanliness
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Coffee everyday; had a good stay and the personal was nice and friendly
Cheyenne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hostel for short stays
It’s good as usual
Sivakumar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property
GREGORY, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff very friendly, accommodating and welcoming.
MARIO, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a nice stay
MARIO, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location. The lady with the glass at the front desk could be a lot more approachable and friendly.
Erick, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Location is very good and safe
Erick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice people
GREGORY, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall a decent hostel to stay for few nights. But they still can improve a lot. A small thing like free water refill is an example to improve
Sivakumar, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly.
Arturo, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Junaid, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good spot for an inexpensive stay in the city & a short walk to night life.
Ryan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good for price
kala, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Convenient
Erick, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pros Nice location near to many attractions Very spacious Good customer service. Free coffee till 2pm Cons No hangers in the room No water refill Wifi is very slow sometimes even won’t work. Some fixtures are very old.
Sivakumar, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Decent price, location and place just wish they had air conditioning
Brianna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed one night. Our room was spacious and clean. Beds were big. Shared bathroom was clean. Communal areas were clean. Breakfast was great. Very friendly staff
tiffany, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff and nice location
MARIO, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value
I stayed in the co Worker section and was very happy. The bunk was extremely comfy . I used next door at backpackers for pool garden and kitchen area.
C, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

It is a nice place, the rooms are nice
Kayla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best in town

8/10 Very good

One of the best hostel I’ve stayed. It’s definitely worth its price.
Vitaliy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked the room clean and comfortable. The restaurant had good options very tasty authentic Chinese food. I liked the room with pool view. Would be nice if hot tub was in operation too. Staff was helpful and courteous
Ane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed 2x i liked it so much!
I stayed at Costa Rica Guesthouse twice - the beginning and end of my solo trip because i liked it so much! The location was great for walking to local attractions and driving to the airport. The free parking was perfect. The staff was great and super helpful and the room was spacious!
Amanda, 1-night trip