Gaudys Hotel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Sabana Park in San José

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Calles 36 y 38, San José, San José, 10101
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Costa Rican Art
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory

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

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

San José

Heart of San José.Within a 10-minute walk of this Merced hostel, you'll find Sabana Park and Museum of Costa Rican Art. National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Central Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • National Theater - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Contraloria Station - 17 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway Paseo Colon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪London Room - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Machu Picchu - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Teriyaki - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Gaudys Hotel

Hostel near Sabana Park in San José
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Gaudys Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San José hostel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
Gaudys Hotel offers 15 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and portable fans. This San José hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

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.
  • 7 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 25 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 10 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
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 3101322740

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hostel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gaudys Hotel San José
Gaudys Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Gaudys Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San José

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gaudys Hotel to the airport?

Gaudys Hotel is 3.9 mi (13-min drive) away from the San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gaudys Hotel?

As of Oct 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaudys Hotel on Oct 17, 2025 start from $44.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gaudys Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Gaudys Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 25 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Gaudys Hotel offer free breakfast?

Gaudys Hotel offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Gaudys Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino Fiesta (5-min drive) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Gaudys Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Gaudys Hotel?

This hostel offers free extended parking. Valet parking is available for USD 10 per night.

Does Gaudys Hotel have a pool?

Gaudys Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Gaudys Hotel have a spa?

This hostel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer hot stone massages.

How close is Gaudys Hotel to downtown San José?

Gaudys Hotel is 1.1 mi away from San José.