Cheapest hostels in Costa Rica

Just 3.1 kilometres from Juan Santamaría International Airport, this Alajuela hostel offers a budget-friendly base, conveniently located within 32 kilometres of Poas National Park and close to Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.
Guests can make use of the shared kitchen facilities, enjoy the garden and terrace, and benefit from complimentary WiFi, making it an affordable choice for exploring the local area.

Just a 3-minute walk from Tortuguero Beach, El Hostel Del Patio offers a budget-friendly stay in Tortuguero, located 134 kilometres from Juan Santamaría International Airport.
This hostel provides air conditioning, a terrace, a garden, an on-site restaurant and bar, and a tour desk to assist with local excursions, making it an excellent choice for affordable seaside adventures.

Located in San José, this hostel is situated 4.5 kilometres from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.1 kilometres from the National Stadium of Costa Rica, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the city.
Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen with a fridge, freezer, and microwave, alongside a garden, terrace, and swimming pool, making it an affordable choice with excellent user ratings.

Conveniently located in Grecia, this hostel is situated 19 kilometres from Poas National Park and 17 kilometres from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, offering budget-friendly access to local attractions.
Guests can enjoy the convenience of a shared kitchen and complimentary WiFi, making it an affordable choice for travellers exploring Costa Rica.

Just a 7-minute stroll from the Monteverde Orchid Garden, Cowboy Hostel in Monteverde, Costa Rica, offers a tranquil garden setting, conveniently located 3.9 kilometres from Sky Adventures Monteverde and 5.9 kilometres from Selvatura Adventure Park.
This budget-friendly hostel provides private rooms with en-suite bathrooms and complimentary WiFi, featuring a shared kitchen and a tour desk, making it an affordable choice for exploring the surrounding area with cycling opportunities.

Just a 4-minute walk from the renowned Santa Teresa Beach, this budget-friendly hostel is ideally situated for seaside adventures, with Montezuma Waterfall located 14 kilometres away and Tortuga Island 40 kilometres distant.
Offering free WiFi, air conditioning, and a communal kitchen with a fridge and dishwasher, this hostel provides a comfortable and affordable base for exploring the area, complete with a garden and terrace.

Casa Bohio Surf is a hostel located in Jacó, just 200 meters from Jaco Beach, 6.1 kilometres from Rainforest Adventures Jaco, and 25.7 kilometres from Catarata Manantial de Agua Viva.
This budget-friendly accommodation offers a shared kitchen and lounge, complimentary WiFi, and a terrace, perfect for travellers seeking affordable seaside stays near the beach.

Located in Paquera, this hostel is situated 8.5 kilometres from Tortuga Island and 32 kilometres from Montezuma Waterfall.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a refreshing outdoor swimming pool, complimentary private parking, and free WiFi, making it an affordable choice for your stay.

Just 2 minutes on foot from Dominical Beach, La Posada Del Mar offers budget-friendly accommodation in Dominical, situated 51 kilometres from Manuel Antonio National Park and 43 kilometres from Marina Pez Vela.
This hostel provides a shared kitchen, air conditioning, a swimming pool, and free WiFi, making it an affordable and convenient choice for travellers exploring the seaside attractions near Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Nauyaca Waterfalls.

Just 500 meters from Puerto Jiménez Airport, Osa Surf House offers a budget-friendly hostel experience in Puerto Jiménez, boasting an excellent location rating.
This family-friendly hostel features air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and sofa beds, a shared fully equipped kitchen, and a private patio, making it a great affordable option.

Just a 5-minute stroll from Uvita Beach, this budget-friendly hostel in Uvita offers convenient access to the Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary (14 kilometres) and Nauyaca Waterfalls (30 kilometres).
This affordable accommodation boasts an on-site swimming pool, a restaurant serving Argentinian and Italian cuisine, and free WiFi, making it a great base for exploring the seaside area and enjoying activities like cycling.

Just a 10-minute walk from the Monteverde Orchid Garden, Hostel La Suerte offers a budget-friendly stay in Monteverde, Costa Rica, situated 2.7 kilometres from Sky Adventures Monteverde and 1.7 kilometres from Monteverde Ecological Sanctuary.
This hostel provides a tranquil garden setting, a shared lounge and terrace, and a shared kitchen, making it an ideal affordable option for travellers.

Conveniently located in San José, Otoya 1907 Hotel is situated 51 kilometres from Poas National Park and 3.9 kilometres from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the city.
This hotel provides family rooms and complimentary WiFi, alongside a restaurant and bar, making it an affordable choice for those seeking comfortable accommodation.

Centrally located in Uvita, this hostel is just a 3-minute drive from Marino Ballena National Park and a mere 600 meters from the popular Uvita waterfall and swimming spot.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, this hostel boasts a swimming pool, a bar with a pool table, and a tour desk for arranging local excursions, ensuring an affordable and enjoyable visit.

Just 1.7 kilometres from Bonita Beach, this budget-friendly hostel in Puerto Limón offers private rooms within shared apartments and complete apartments with self-check-in, conveniently situated near Los Baños Beach (2.7 kilometres) and Cieneguita Beach (2.9 kilometres).
Aptos Casa Caribe provides air-conditioned rooms with cable TV and coffee machines, alongside communal kitchen facilities with a fridge and microwave, and selected units boast balconies and ovens for a comfortable, affordable stay near the seaside.

Perfectly situated, this hostel is just a 3-minute walk from Espadilla Beach and the Manuel Antonio National Park, offering a prime location for exploring the area.
This budget-friendly accommodation provides free WiFi, air conditioning, and an on-site restaurant and bar, with some rooms featuring a private terrace for your comfort.

Just a stone's throw from Tortuguero Beach, Hostel Tortuguero 7backpackers offers a budget-friendly stay in Tortuguero, located 134 kilometres from Juan Santamaría International Airport.
This hostel provides a shared lounge, garden, and bike rental, perfect for exploring the seaside surroundings and enjoying affordable, comfortable accommodation.

Just 500 meters from Palmar Sur's natural beauty, La Muñequita Lodge 2 offers a peaceful, budget-friendly hostel retreat with complimentary bicycles for exploring the area.
This affordable hostel boasts 80 square meters of space and features a kitchen, a garden, and evening entertainment, with a tour desk available to arrange local excursions.

Conveniently located in San José, Nativus Art-Hostel is just a 13-minute walk from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 1.6 kilometres from the National Stadium of Costa Rica, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the city.
This hostel provides essential amenities including free WiFi, a shared lounge, and room service, with select rooms featuring a kitchen, making it an affordable choice for travellers seeking comfort and convenience.

Casa Zafiro B&B in San José is conveniently located, sitting 5.1 kilometres from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.4 kilometres from the National Stadium of Costa Rica, with Juan Santamaría International Airport 20.9 kilometres away.
This budget-friendly hostel offers complimentary WiFi, a garden, and a terrace, alongside bike rental and organised sightseeing tours to explore the local area.

Conveniently situated in Manuel Antonio, this budget-friendly hostel is just 2.4 kilometres from Manuel Antonio National Park and approximately 1.5 miles from Espadilla Beach, offering easy access to the area's natural beauty.
Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen, complimentary WiFi, and air conditioning, with options for airport transfers and car rental, making it an affordable choice for exploring this seaside destination.

Just an 18-minute walk from the National Stadium of Costa Rica and 1.6 kilometres from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Capital Hostel de Ciudad offers a budget-friendly stay in San José.
This hostel provides a shared kitchen, garden, and terrace, alongside a bar and restaurant, making it an affordable option with excellent amenities for exploring the city and Poas National Park, located 48 kilometres away.

Just 3 minutes' walk from Santa Teresa Beach, Ico Living Hostel provides a budget-friendly base for exploring the area, located 15.1 kilometres from Montezuma Waterfall and 38.6 kilometres from Tortuga Island.
This affordable hostel offers complimentary WiFi, air conditioning, a shared kitchen with a fridge, and a tranquil garden, with some rooms featuring balconies overlooking the grounds.

Just 3 minutes' walk from Jaco Beach, Casajungla Hostel offers a budget-friendly stay in Jacó, also located 7.4 kilometres from Rainforest Adventures.
This hostel provides an outdoor swimming pool, a shared kitchen with a fridge and freezer, complimentary WiFi, and bicycle rental, perfect for exploring this seaside town affordably.

Just 2 minutes on foot from Colorada, this hostel in Drake offers a tranquil garden and a sun-drenched terrace, making it a truly budget-friendly option for seaside stays.
Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi and rooms with balconies offering garden views, with hiking opportunities nearby and a paid airport shuttle service available for added convenience.

Conveniently located in Fortuna, this hostel offers easy access to La Fortuna Waterfall (5.6 kilometres) and Kalambu Hot Springs (4.9 kilometres).
This budget-friendly hostel provides complimentary WiFi, a garden, and a shared kitchen, alongside a table tennis area for guest enjoyment.

Located in Jacó, Room2Board Hostel and Surf School is a budget-friendly hostel situated a mere 1.5-hour drive from Juan Santamaría International Airport.
This affordable accommodation boasts a rooftop terrace with hammocks, a swimming pool, a surf school, and offers free WiFi, making it an ideal choice for travellers seeking cheap and cozy stays near the beach.

Perfectly situated for beach access, Abacaxi Hostel is a budget-friendly hostel in Santa Teresa Beach, just steps from the shoreline, with Montezuma Waterfall 15.1 kilometres away and Tortuga Island 40.2 kilometres distant.
This 55 square meter hostel, offering accommodation for one guest, provides air conditioning, free WiFi, and a terrace, alongside recreational options like table tennis and bike rental.

Ceiba Hostel in Fortuna offers a budget-friendly stay, conveniently located just 6.1 kilometres from La Fortuna Waterfall and 5.5 kilometres from Kalambu Hot Springs.
Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi, a shared kitchen, and a terrace with scenic views, making it an excellent choice for affordable exploration of the area.

Gardens House, a hostel in Alajuela, is conveniently located just 3 kilometres from Juan Santamaría International Airport and Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, with Poas National Park 30 kilometres away.
This budget-friendly accommodation offers a garden, shared lounge, and terrace, alongside free private parking and complimentary WiFi, making it an affordable choice for travellers.

Hotel Arenal by Regina in Fortuna offers a budget-friendly stay, situated 5.1 kilometres from La Fortuna Waterfall and 4.3 kilometres from Kalambu Hot Springs.
This hostel provides air conditioning, a garden, a terrace, and a restaurant, perfect for exploring Fortuna's attractions.

Located in Siquirres, Hostal y Cabinas Anita-and Rafting Tour! offers a budget-friendly stay, situated 32 kilometres from Universidad EARTH and 39 kilometres from Ebal Rodriguez Stadium.
This hostel provides a garden, bar, and air-conditioned rooms with mountain views, alongside free WiFi and parking, perfect for exploring the area.

Ideally located in Quepos, Casa Marisol offers a budget-friendly stay, just 1.9 kilometres from La Macha Beach and 5.8 kilometres from Manuel Antonio National Park, with Marina Pez Vela a mere 9-minute walk away.
This hostel provides air conditioning, free WiFi, and a pleasant terrace with garden views, making it an affordable choice for exploring the local coast.

Located in Manuel Antonio, Pura Natura Lodge is just 1.8 kilometres from La Macha Beach and 3.9 kilometres from Manuel Antonio National Park, offering a convenient base for exploring this popular destination.
This budget-friendly hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a swimming pool, a garden, and an on-site restaurant, making it an affordable and comfortable choice for travellers seeking seaside adventures.

Just 5 kilometres from Marino Ballena National Park in Uvita, this hostel offers a budget-friendly base for exploring the area's natural wonders.
Guests can enjoy amenities such as a swimming pool, garden, bar, and a shared kitchen, with easy access to activities like snorkelling, cycling, and whale watching.

Conveniently situated in Liberia, Sunset House Hostel is 4.5 kilometres from Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium and 37 kilometres from Parque Nacional Santa Rosa.
This budget-friendly hostel offers air-conditioned accommodation with a shared kitchen, swimming pool, and garden, ideal for families seeking affordable stays with free parking and WiFi.