Cheapest hostels in Costa Rica

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.

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.

Flor De Katty Hostel Airport in Alajuela is conveniently located 3.1 kilometres from Juan Santamaría International Airport, making it an ideal budget-friendly choice for travellers.
This hostel offers a shared kitchen and lounge, plus complimentary WiFi, ensuring a comfortable and affordable stay with easy access to local attractions like Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, just 2.3 kilometres away.

Just 400 metres from Tortuguero National Park and steps from the sea, Aracari Garden Hostel offers a budget-friendly stay in Tortuguero.
This affordable hostel boasts a shared kitchen, extensive gardens, and is family friendly, providing a comfortable and convenient base for exploring the seaside attractions.

Bolita Trails and Lodging is a secluded jungle hostel located in Dos Brazos, 13.9 kilometres from Puerto Jimenez Airport.
This budget-friendly accommodation offers an off-grid living experience with complimentary WiFi, a garden, and a bar, perfect for hiking enthusiasts exploring the numerous trails around Dos Brazos.

Just 1.9 kilometres from Uvita Beach, Karandi Hostel in Uvita offers a budget-friendly stay with convenient access to the Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary (14 kilometres) and Nauyaca Waterfalls (29 kilometres).
This hostel provides a communal kitchen, a bar, a restaurant, and on-site yoga classes, alongside free WiFi and parking, making it an affordable and comfortable base for exploring the area.

Rio Danta, a hostel in Fortuna, is located approximately 4.8 kilometres from Ecoglide Arenal Park and 5.5 kilometres from Kalambu Hot Springs, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the area.
This affordable accommodation provides a shared kitchen, air conditioning, and free WiFi, alongside on-site table tennis and free private parking, making it a practical choice for travellers.

Hostel Pura Vida en Liberia is situated in Liberia, a mere 15-minute walk from Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium and 38 kilometres from Parque Nacional Santa Rosa.
This budget-friendly hostel offers convenient amenities including air conditioning and Wi-Fi, making it an affordable choice for travellers exploring Liberia.

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.

Situated in Escazú, this hostel is 4.3 kilometres from the National Stadium of Costa Rica and 6.1 kilometres from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a swimming pool, garden, and terrace with city and mountain views, alongside a kitchen with a fridge and microwave for a comfortable stay.

Passifloras Hostel in Quepos is conveniently located just 7.6 kilometres from Manuel Antonio National Park and a 14-minute walk from Marina Pez Vela, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the area.
This hostel provides essential amenities including free WiFi and air conditioning, with a shared kitchen and lounge area perfect for travellers seeking an affordable and social stay.

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.

Just 500 meters from Montezuma Beach, Luz En El Cielo Eco-B&B/Hostel offers a budget-friendly stay in Montezuma, also situated 1.3 kilometres from Montezuma Waterfall and featuring a peaceful garden with a year-round outdoor pool.
Guests can enjoy shared kitchen facilities, a terrace with barbecue, and on-site car rental, making it an affordable and convenient option for exploring Tortuga Island, 29 kilometres away.

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.

Situated in Drake Bay, this hostel is just a 9-minute walk from Las Caletas Beach and approximately 16 kilometres from Drake Bay Airport, offering an affordable base for exploring the area.
Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen, on-site restaurant and bar, a garden, and a terrace, with free WiFi available throughout, making it a well-equipped option for budget-friendly travellers.

Perfectly situated for exploring San José, this hostel is just a 7-minute walk from the National Stadium of Costa Rica and 0.97 kilometres from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, offering a budget-friendly base for your adventures.
This affordable hostel provides essential amenities including air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a communal kitchen with a fridge and microwave, alongside on-site dining options and valet parking for added convenience.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Located in central San José, Costa Rica Backpackers is a mere 5-minute walk from the National Museum and 15 minutes from Plaza de la Cultura, placing you near the La California district.
This budget-friendly hostel offers an outdoor swimming pool, a communal kitchen, and an international restaurant, with free Wi-Fi throughout and a tour desk to arrange local excursions.

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.

Just 100 meters from the surf break and beach in Santa Teresa, Pura Vida Mini Hostel offers a tranquil setting surrounded by tropical gardens, providing an affordable base for your stay.
This budget-friendly hostel features a refreshing swimming pool, a shared kitchen with a fridge and dishwasher, and a relaxing social area with hammocks, alongside air conditioning and free WiFi in communal areas.

Perfectly situated in Monteverde, Costa Rica, this hotel is just 4.2 kilometres from Sky Adventures Monteverde and 6.3 kilometres from Selvatura Adventure Park, with the Monteverde Orchid Garden a pleasant 9-minute stroll away.
This budget-friendly hotel welcomes families and pets, offering complimentary WiFi, a garden, and free private parking, ensuring a comfortable and affordable stay with a single bathroom in each room.

Just a 2-minute walk from Santa Teresa Beach, this budget-friendly hostel offers an affordable stay near the seaside.
Guests can enjoy the swimming pool, garden, shared kitchen, and on-site restaurant, with rooms featuring private bathrooms and some including a fridge.

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.

Located in Liberia, this hostel is a 16-minute walk from Edgardo Baltodano Briceño Stadium and approximately 38.6 kilometres from Parque Nacional Santa Rosa.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a garden, shared lounge, and terrace, with free WiFi throughout and an on-site kitchen complete with a microwave oven.

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.

Located in Fortuna, Argdivan Hostel is conveniently situated just over 4.8 kilometres from La Fortuna Waterfall and 4.9 kilometres from Kalambu Hot Springs, offering an affordable base for exploring local attractions.
This budget-friendly hostel provides essential amenities including a shared kitchen with a fridge and microwave, air conditioning, and a terrace, alongside recreational activities like darts and bike rental.

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.

Located in Manuel Antonio, this adults-only hostel is situated 2 kilometres from La Macha Beach and 5.3 kilometres from Manuel Antonio National Park.
Offering air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and on-site breakfast, this budget-friendly hostel provides a fitness centre and parking for guests seeking affordable accommodation near the seaside.

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.

Located in San José, Costa Rica, this hostel is housed in a neocolonial architectural gem, just 32 kilometres from Juan Santa María International Airport and conveniently close to museums, cathedrals, and parks.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, the hostel provides private rooms and dormitories with amenities like air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a microwave oven, ensuring a comfortable and affordable experience for travellers.

Just steps from Dominical Beach, this budget-friendly hostel offers excellent access to surf and sun, with Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary 7.7 kilometres and Nauyaca Waterfalls 10.3 kilometres away.
Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen, air conditioning, a swimming pool, and free WiFi, making it an affordable and convenient seaside option.