Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Colonial San José hotel in Catedral with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Exterior
Exterior
Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - D)
Reception
TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is AU$40
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov

Room options

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Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 6 beds)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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

Highlights

TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

Highlights

TV
Located on the top floor
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single 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
  • National Theater - 14 min walk
  • Central Park - 16 min walk
  • San Pedro Mall - 18 min walk
  • Sabana Park - 5 min drive

Getting around

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

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

Hotel near Sabana Park
A free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Costa Rica Guesthouse. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and multilingual staff
  • A TV in reception, concierge services and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Costa Rica Guesthouse have amenities, such as free WiFi.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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

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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Costa Rica Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

As of 18 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Costa Rica Guesthouse on 21 Nov 2024 start from AU$40.23, including 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.

How much is parking at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Costa Rica Guesthouse?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Costa Rica Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 29 per vehicle applies.

Where is Costa Rica Guesthouse located?

Located in Catedral, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Sabana Park. National Park and National Museum of Costa Rica are also within 10 minutes. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 5 minutes by foot and San Jose Fercori Station is 6 minutes.

Costa Rica Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 523 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 523 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 523 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 523 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 523 reviews" "

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 Excellent

GREGORY

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El precio es excelente, solo deben de mejorar un poco el jardín interior. NO servicio de cocina.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Erick

Disliked: Staff & service
Great location. The lady with the glass at the front desk could be a lot more approachable and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Samir, Chattanooga

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Alan

Disliked: Staff & service
Errores pueden pasar pero la clave es saber cómo manejarlos. Recepcionistas con poco servicio al cliente. No había agua y la cocina esta un cochinero. Taladrando en la zona de coworking Tomaron mi alimento y los que trabajan ahí no les importo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

kala

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good for price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

tiffany

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Afra

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Inspected both beds after checking in and found that the smaller of two mattresses was covered with hundreds of tiny bloodstains from either a current or past bedbug infestation. We immediately left.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent price, location and place just wish they had air conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solo Trip
I traveled alone to Costa Rica. I had booked the taxi service a week in advance and had a confirmation sent via email, but when I arrived at the airport, no one was waiting for me. I had to call the guesthouse and they immediately sent someone to pick me up. It was about a 15 minute wait time. The hotel staff was very friendly and helped me book tours in advance. They also were very helpful in giving me walking directions. My room was very clean. The shared bathrooms were clean most of the times. Usually if I got in late the bathrooms were a bit dirty. However, I took flip flops and used the shower without problems. They provide soap and towels; all other items must be taken by you. The area looks a bit shady but you can walk without problems. Overall, it was an amazing stay for my solo trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Erick

Liked: Staff & service
Location is very good and safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fine for a night
This place is fine for a night and for the price. One of the staff members was very helpful and gave us info about buses, the other didn't seem like she wanted to be there or attend to guests at all. The room was fine but the corridor it's was on and room was very dark. The bed was ok but not that comfortable, being able to feel the springs. Place was clean and shared bathrooms had hot water showers. Little seating area in reception to chill in with free tea and coffee. Good location walkable to Barrio Escalante for meals/drinks/coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ane, Galveston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good
wifi in my room was weak and didn't connect, my cell phone signal was also 3G. the room is spacious and comfortable. water pressure was good and the hot shower was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Windel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Windel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Moving
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kala

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ane, Galveston

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kala

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian, CARTAGO

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent, the only problem I noticed was the difficult entrance to the parking lot (even dangerous because of the traffic)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cortlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024