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Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near City Mall

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Interior
Reception
10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Lobby
Staircase
In the heart of Carmen, Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel welcomes you with a free airport shuttle and Pizza Los Olivos restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Connect to WiFi or challenge friends at the billiards/pool table - previous guests rave about the multilingual staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/games room
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
The current price is AU$61
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar

Room options

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10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Double Room with Private Bathroom

Double Room with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
SJO Airport Ave, 4th street, Alajuela, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Juan Santamaría Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • City Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Parque Viva - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Costa Rica Convention Center - 16 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 7 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 28 min drive
  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 17 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 22 min drive
  • San Jose Fercori Station - 23 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪El Pollo Parrillero - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hamburguesa Los Talleres 1 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sabor a Tiquicia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Tortilleria - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel is just 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available on request). For a bite to eat, guests can visit Pizza Los Olivos, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Languages

English, Spanish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to 10:00 PM*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2007
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Arcade/games room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Special features

Dining

Pizza Los Olivos – This brasserie serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CRC 7500.0 per night

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Alajuela Backpackers
Alajuela Backpackers Hostel
Backpackers Alajuela
Backpackers Hostel Alajuela
Hostel Alajuela Backpackers
Alajuela Backpackers Boutique Hostel Costa Rica
Alajuela Backpackers Boutique Hotel Alajuela
Hostel Alajuela Backpackers
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel Alajuela

Frequently asked questions

Does Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is parking offered on site at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 4:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta Heredia (9-min drive) and Casino Fiesta (22-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel and nearby?

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel has an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Pizza Los Olivos.

What's the area around Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel like?

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel is in Carmen, a short 7-minute drive from San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) and 15 minutes' walk from City Mall.

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Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

The place is good
VICTOR VINICIUS, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Grate place to stay
Charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really cool inexpensive option in Alajuela. Nice owner and staff.
Devin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owners are great and you have everything that you need to enjoy your stay!
Charles-Etienne, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location, helpful staff.
Shaneese, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to the airport for a quick layover, wonderful staff and nicely located close to the market and everything you need
Derick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First Time; Would Do Again
At 57 years old, this was my first time staying in a hostel. It was interesting to be in a ‘mixed room’ and the gentleman that I shared it with was a very kind, respectful local. The reception was helpful and I felt confident my suitcases were safely secure.
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Too noisy, cannot rest or sleep
The room was on the street and the windows don’t close fully (there is a gap at the bottom), therefore not isolated at all, which means you hear the whole traffic day and night. It’s impossible to sleep straight through the night. The room was basic and clean
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Is a nice place to stay
Samuel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and well located
Samuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location. Useful transit to airport. Easy checkin and nice affordable rooms. Restaurant was decent too
Alex, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable night stay before flying out! The front desk attendants were great and we had a wonderful stay! The shuttle to the airport was really easy and convenient.
Gracen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place, glad it’s open again. The rooftop bar is super fun with some great local color.
Moses, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Second Time there
Samuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in. Helpful staff.
Donna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super super
Ingrid, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No fuss hostel close to airport
Private suite very spacious. No worries or complaints
Dionne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very helpful and the rooms were large and comfortable. We arrived late at night and found the area the hostel to be quite sketchy. I would not recommend walking the streets at night. The hostel itself felt very safe though. Great place to stay if you are looking for something cheap near the airport.
Katelyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved that it’s 24hr check in, I had transportation issues and didn’t even up getting to the hostel till 11pm and had to leave on the 4:10am shuttle for the airport so it was the most convenient stop to get a quick nap in, wash up and head out.
Jacklyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect place for one night stay. Was very basic facilities, private room was very big though so lots of space to organise. Couldn’t organise shuttle to La Fortuna through the hostel but they were good at getting taxi to airport when the free shuttle timing didn’t work out.
Izzy, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The property seems to be not well cared for. Extremely noisy! Dirty bathroom.
Rachel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful, easy, simple
Great! 5 min taxi from the SJO airport. We arrived late at night bc our flight landed at 11pm, and we were greeted easily upon arrival. We even could stash our luggage for a few hours in a locked room after checkout.
Noelani, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

never and never !
Zarima, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hello so I booked this for my daughter which is a young adult due to her plane for Liberia didn't leave until the next day. It is very convenient for a quick emphasis on quick layover. The free shuttle is awesome side note, you must book shuttle 24hrs in advance. If the shuttle dnt work a taxis is approximately $10 usd. They initially put my daughter in a dorm room with 3 guys she did not feel comfortable and called me crying. I told her to just stay in the lobby where there is a camera and the front desk personnel. The front desk attendant immediately seen her distress and provided her private room And bathroom and as a parent I was so grateful for this. So in my heart they get a 10/10!!! Btw I paid for the dorm room, my daughter was just uncomfortable with how many guys in the room.
Tiffany, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The area wasn’t super safe in all honesty, especially as a female I wouldn’t recommend to leave the hostel past dark. The hostel itself, very very basic, very dead, not a great place to meet people. The dining area was closed whenever you tried to go, the front desk when we went was not pleasant to interact with. Overall wouldn’t go back, the only pro is it’s by the airport and relatively cheap
Alexandra, 1-night trip