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Selina San Jose - Hostel

3.0 star property
Comfortable San José hostel in Carmen with rooftop terrace

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Studio Suite
Property entrance
Daily local cuisine breakfast (USD 13 per person)
Reception
Shower, towels
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Ave. 9, Calles 13 y 15, Barrio Otoya, El Carmen, San José, 10101
  • Popular LocationNational Museum of Costa Rica7 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Theater11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCentral Park14 min walk
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)27 min drive

Room options

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Suite

Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite

Studio Suite

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed sheets

4-Bed Dorm Plus

Highlights

Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

8.6/10 Very good

Highlights

Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Bed sheets

Deluxe Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bed sheets

Standard Room

8.6/10 Very good

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Small Room Shared Bathroom

Small Room Shared Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

San José

Selina San Jose - Hostel puts you in the heart of San José, within steps of Casa Amarilla and Museum of Contemporary Art and Design. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a library. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Carmen hostel include Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
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What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 7 min walk
  • National Theater - 11 min walk
  • Central Park - 14 min walk
  • San Pedro Mall - 4 min drive
  • Sabana Park - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 7 min walk
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Almendras - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ChuBBs Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Criollita - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Orvieto by la 22 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Otoya - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Selina San Jose - Hostel

Comfortable San José hostel in Carmen with rooftop terrace
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a business centre on site.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at Selina San Jose - Hostel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee.

This 3-star San José hostel is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Selina San Jose - Hostel offers 46 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 13 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per person (one-way)
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over.

We should mention

  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Selina San Jose Hostel
Selina San Jose
Selina San Jose
Selina San Jose Hostel
Selina Jose Hostel Jose
Selina San Jose - Hostel San José
Selina San Jose - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Selina San Jose - Hostel?

Selina San Jose - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Selina San Jose - Hostel?

As of 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Selina San Jose - Hostel on 15 June 2024 start from AU$102.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Selina San Jose - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, local cuisine brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Selina San Jose - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Selina San Jose - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Selina San Jose - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Selina San Jose - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 171 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 171 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Ricky

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
So if your in your twenties and like noise and don’t care you spent over a $100 for a private room that you cannot walk around the bed, no tv, no AC, dirty shared bathroom, one towel for 2 people, this is the place for you. The staff was nice and food was good enough, but we will not stay here again for the high price alone.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Camilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Initial room had no windows and ventilation was inadequate and so the room was extremely hot. Asked to be relocated and the new room was a complete mess and reaked of body odor when I walked in. Feel the property should manage that better. No large lockers for personal items which made it very inconvenient. Breakfast and was excellent

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Selina is always my go to choice when travelling for its safety, it’s people and it’s events. There is always something going on and the people are friendly. The room I got was private didn’t really need too should of booked a dorm as they are really big and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great experience overall
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff at SELINA SAN JOSE including Carrey Sofia Steven Celeste Mairon Sergio and Andre go out of their way to make your stay memorable. I checked out Ap29/2023 and found it so hard to say goodbye to everybody since we have developed deep friendships. I go to Selina SJ every few months for Proceedures and I have friends here who I have such fond memories with. One time I left without saying goodbye since it was too heartbreaking saying goodbye. I see many guests and staff returning here month after month
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Yi Ci

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023