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Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property
3-star Colonial hotel near Sabana Park

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Terrace/patio
Meeting facility
Meeting facility
Staircase
Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, San Jose, 1000
  • Place, National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Morazan Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 6 beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 6 beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - D) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - C) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 3

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room Economy

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

San José

Catedral stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Catedral hotel, you'll find Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Park. National Museum of Costa Rica and Plaza de la Democracia are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Morazan Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • National Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Central Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sabana Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 5 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Casa China - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antik Restaurant + Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Destileria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Valicha - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3-star Colonial hotel near Sabana Park
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this hotel measures 323 square feet (30 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Costa Rica Guesthouse. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star San José hotel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • 323 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1905
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Costa Rica Guesthouse offers 25 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

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 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Costa Rica Guesthouse to the airport?

Costa Rica Guesthouse is 8.2 mi (24-min drive) away from the San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Costa Rica Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 29 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Costa Rica Guesthouse, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 4 and 6 for adults, USD 4 and 6 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta (12-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (15-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse have a pool?

Costa Rica Guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Costa Rica Guesthouse to downtown San José?

Costa Rica Guesthouse is 0.8 mi away from San José.

Costa Rica Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 599 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 599 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 599 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 599 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 599 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mila

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
I mean the price is hard to beat, so there’s that. The hotel is in ok state, not great not terrible and ultimately it is priced accordingly (in my dates).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisca

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The experiences was good. The personal were helpful to solve all the needs that I had. The price of my stay was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luandre

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was good value, inexpensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Millie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the property was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

KEISHA, TAMARAC

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was in a room facing the entrance street. The cars were noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Millie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erick

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
After staying there for so many years . There were some slight issues with the rooms and staffing. But overall things got some what better. I reported that there were ants in my bathroom and bed and was hoping that they would address the issue after speaking with the lady. She offered me a different toom but i like the room because it had a balcony. I booked another night and was denied . I personally feel that after i made a review tbe yound lady who works mornings with the glasses i don't recall hwr name because she is very unfriendly and approachable it makes me very uncomfortable. She never smiles and she is very short. I even told hwr about the ants and her exact words were its a tropical country and thats how it goes. She denied my stay and told me that i was not welcomed in the future. To my knowledge i don't know of any problems or issues. I have put lots of money into that place and their restaurant. Its sadly that customer service has gone down the drain. I love costa rica guest house and was very disappointed that she has basically banned me from staying there. I am a home owner in costa rica. I basically stip in san jose to see friends and to take care of business. I wish them all the best!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Erick

I think the one lady with the glasses who works in the morning shift. Her personality isn't very friendly . She never smiles and has a very dull approach which is pleasant. Otherwise the staff is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ira

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

10/10 Excellent

Rishi

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dariaus Lavar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People were nice and it was affordable
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We arrived after 9pm and the streets were just dark and unsafe. But the guesthouse it self was good enough to sleep. We had access to the guesthouse across the street. The environment in there was completely opposite to out in the street. It was welcoming, good food and atmosphere plus a bar with local and international drinks and a swimming pool Inside the guesthouse was great. Outside in that street I just felt unsafe
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cost was one of the lowest available on kayak search engines. The staff were great. The rooms were reasonably clean and low cost dining was across the street. Mostly well behaved college age adults were around.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Plenty of on-site amenities, such as food and drinks. Walking distance from downtown area. Can't beat it for the price!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Notch,excellent value

Excellent in all regards.especially impressed with helpful front desk and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Disliked: Staff & service
There is a lot of traffic noise. Not recommended for a good night sleep. Otherwise, very clean and excellent location for walking
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ishvara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome convenient stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Junko

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sivakumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hostel for short stays

It’s good as usual
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024