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Next weekend
11 Rab. II - 13 Rab. II
In two weeks
18 Rab. II - 20 Rab. II
In one month
2 Jum. I - 4 Jum. I
In two months
30 Jum. I - 1 Jum. II

Compare 55 Hostels in Cartago with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Living area

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (272)
"Nice atmoshere , good food ,other guests all good and friendly . will stay there again . "
The price is SAR 35
SAR 84 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Interior

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (169)
"As advertised: a place to sleep and shower. No frills. Decently clean. Shuttle service was prompt and it took no more than 10 min to get to the sleepy at mid morning. The only disappointment was that the rooftop bar is closed on Mondays (which was the only night I was there). I was looking forward to cooling off in the breeze up there and having a drink. "
The price is SAR 71
SAR 161 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Lolas
Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom | Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lolas

1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36)
"So much more to Lolas than you would think. Great accommodation with a fully equipped kitchen and beautiful interior decoration"
The price is SAR 122
SAR 137 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Lolas
Socialtel San Jose
Studio Suite | Bed sheets

Socialtel San Jose

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (183)
"I stayed at Selina/Socialtel San Jose for about a week until the 28th of January 2025 and my Spirit Animal for the stay was a Sloth because I did mostly nothing in the morning, then took a rest in the afternoon. One might not think this a feasible feat in a city such as San Jose. But, I accepted the challenge and made good on it. Mae, aquí pulseándola! I've stayed here at this property many times since my first time in 2019 or 2020. And, the staff has always been welcoming. It was fun to hang...
The price is SAR 156
SAR 176 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Socialtel San Jose
Téva Eco Retreat - Hostel
View from room

Téva Eco Retreat - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"Nice clean place with friendly staff, with a pool by the forest, a quiet spot for yoga/meditation/massage, and paths in the forest where we saw squirrel monkeys, howler monkeys and scarlet macaws. The pool has a few missing tiles but, apart from that minor thing, everything else was nicely kept and clean."
The price is SAR 299
SAR 338 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Téva Eco Retreat - Hostel
Toucan Hostel
Living area

Toucan Hostel

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
"Nice place to stay, very close to the airport. "
The price is SAR 133
SAR 150 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Toucan Hostel
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Terrace/patio

Capital Hostel de Ciudad

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"Very helpful staff. Quiet area but not too far from the center."
The price is SAR 209
SAR 236 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
Exterior

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

1.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (9)
"I really like the atmosphere. Great host very friendly and helpful. Delicious pancake breakfast and coffee was amazing. I will definitely stay here again. "
The price is SAR 101
SAR 115 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
Hostel Casa Colon
Interior

Hostel Casa Colon

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (142)
"Great for a night’s rest and a shower in the city centre. Wonderful staff. They provide a loud fan which blocks out all the street noise for a good sleep. Gracias Casa colon!"
The price is SAR 199
SAR 225 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Hostel Casa Colon
Gaudys Hotel
Printers

Gaudys Hotel

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (21)
"This is pretty good for a short stay downtown San Jose. The downside is that it's a hostel, not a hotel. It's weird that they call it a hotel. And of course I had a private room with a private bathroom but this is definitely not a hotel."
The price is SAR 362
SAR 409 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Gaudys Hotel
Pura Natura Lodge
Family Studio | Terrace/patio

Pura Natura Lodge

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (21)
"The view from the balcony is amazing. The dorm bed was comfortable, toilet facilities were great. Kitchen was good as well although could use new kitchen utensils/pots/pans as what was available were quite destroyed/melted. Overall great dorm!"
Pura Natura Lodge
Hotel del Paseo - Hostel
Premium Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi

Hotel del Paseo - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (62)
"too many emails when home. loved it. best of all my trips."
Hotel del Paseo - Hostel
Hotel Cortez
Property grounds

Hotel Cortez

2.0 star property
The price is SAR 69
SAR 78 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Hotel Cortez
Hona Beach Hotel
Front of property

Hona Beach Hotel

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1)
"Needs some updating"
The price is SAR 343
SAR 388 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Hona Beach Hotel
Planet B Hostel
Living area

Planet B Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"Highly recommend! "
Planet B Hostel
Hospedaje Papalotes
Family Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Hospedaje Papalotes

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1)
"Hostel con buena ubicación, fácil para ir a comer (diferentes opciones). "
Hospedaje Papalotes
Selina Manuel Antonio - Hostel
Aerial view

Selina Manuel Antonio - Hostel

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (273)
"Muy bonito el Hotel y excelente servicio"
Selina Manuel Antonio - Hostel
Hostel Manuel Antonio
Reception

Hostel Manuel Antonio

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (32)
"This establishment should not be able to operate. The condition of the place is very bad: there was no water, the toilet is broken, the shower wires were exposed, there was a whole in the wall next to the bed and all of this happens at the best room they have available, normally at 40 USD per night. This place has not been properly maintained in years. I left the place as soon as I could."
Hostel Manuel Antonio
SJO Oasis Hostel
Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

SJO Oasis Hostel

1.0 star property
4.6 out of 10, (4)
"No tuvimos contacto directo con el personal del lugar sin embargo siempre hubo comunicación y apoyo vía mensaje con ellos. A la noche es mejor no salir cerca. Útil si usaras la terminal de buses ya que queda muy cerca. "
The price is SAR 69
SAR 153 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
SJO Oasis Hostel
Casa Pandora
Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Casa Pandora

1.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Muy buena Quiero ver si es posible la devolución de dinero de la tercera persona que no ocupo el lugar"
The price is SAR 83
SAR 187 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Casa Pandora
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Other property types in Cartago

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (838)
"We wish we would have stayed here sooner! We have stayed at multiple ABnB’s and other places and this place is by far one of our favorites. We will be back soon!"
The price is SAR 370
SAR 418 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Outdoor spa tub

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (177)
"Nice hotel in a good spot in Barrio Escalante. It was nice to have our own apartment with a kitchen. Room was clean and the staff was friendly. I could tell that booking through Expedia was an extra hurdle for them, because we didn't get standard messages like our room door code or the wifi details, those appeared to be arranged some other way which was not known to me. It's well worth the money, but maybe book on a different platform."
The price is SAR 327
SAR 529 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Casa Conde Hotel & Suites

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (828)
"I loved it, need some updates. The hot tub don’t really get hot."
The price is SAR 345
SAR 389 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Cartago?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for going out. If you’re hoping to treat your taste buds while you’re here, you can check out the coffeehouses.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but all of them have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Cartago?
Based on reviews from our customers, these Cartago hostels are some of the most popular ones: Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free WiFi. Lolas - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of San Jose Viquez Square Station and San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi at this property. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You’ll find free WiFi in all rooms. Socialtel San Jose - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of San Jose Atlantic Station and San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Téva Eco Retreat - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. You’ll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels are there in Cartago?
If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Cartago, one of Expedia’s 35 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cartago?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 65°F. The rainiest months in Cartago are October, June, August, and September, with each month seeing an average of 24 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Cartago?
Depending on your interests, you might like to check out the area around Cartago. Get out into nature with places like Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu, Irazu Volcano National Park, and Morazan Park. Cultural attractions include National Museum of Costa Rica, National Theater, and Museum of Costa Rican Art. Visit landmarks like Las Ruinas de la Parroquia, Sanatorio Durán, and Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Limpia Concepción.
What's the best way to get to and around Cartago while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Cartago on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), located 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from the city center. Another option is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), located 21.4 mi (34.5 km) away.