Costa Rica Backpackers | Hostel in San José

7.8 (3954 Reviews) |   95 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  12 Guests
Catedral Hostel | Costa Rica Backpackers

95 Bedroom Hostel in Catedral, San José

Located in central San José, Costa Rica Backpackers offers an outdoor pool, gardens, an international restaurant with free coffee from 6am until 2pm and a communal kitchen. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. This functional hostel offers a mix of private rooms and shared dormitories, all with shared bathrooms. Each room has a fan. The hostel’s tour desk can arrange a variety of activities, including rafting and Poas Volcano. You can also book trips to a turtle sanctuary, the Arenal Volcano or the La Paz Waterfalls. The property also offers an airport shuttle service, 24-hour front desk for $29USD. Costa Rica Backpackers is located near bars and restaurants of the lively La California district. The National Museum is a 5-minute walk away, while Plaza de la Cultura is a 15-minute walk away. Parking is available on-site subject to availability. We offer a storage room at the front desk. Co-Working access $5 per day. All our dorm beds have individual USB port, light, curtains and locker. Age restriction: Maximum age in dormitories is 40 years old.

Costa Rica Backpackers is located in San José.

This 95 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, Accessibility, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 3954 reviews with the average score of 7.8 . Coming to San José and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Fruit
  • Bar
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Restaurant
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Movie nights
  • Live music/Performance
  • Bar crawls
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Darts
  • Evening entertainment
  • Walking tours
  • Happy hour
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Public Bath
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Game room
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Indoor play area
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe
  • Convenience store on site
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Guest Services
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Baggage storage
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Business center
  • Shuttle service
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Lockers
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Currency exchange
  • Tour desk
  • Ironing service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • First aid kits available
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18 and the maximum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.44
Location:
8.28
Staff:
8.08
Facilities:
7.85
Comfort:
7.71
Cleanliness:
7.79
Philip
Feb 10, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Canada
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room

Bathroom

Toilet, Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 12 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Balcony

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

View

View

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in Male Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in Male Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Towels, Toilet

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Bathtub

General

Privacy curtain, Fan, Laptop safe, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Earplugs

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
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