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Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Hostel

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10 nights, 2 adults

USD$288

Includes taxes and charges

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$288

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
13 mentions

Perfect place to stay a night when arriving or leaving by plane, close to the ai…

The transport from the airport was really convenient

Friendly staff
12 mentions

The beds where comfortable, they had a nice green corner and the personal was he…

I cannot recommended enough this hostel

Comfortable rooms
11 mentions

The room was confortable and the breakfast amazing

Very close to the airport and in a nice, quiet neighbourhood

Breakfast available
11 mentions

The hosts are very kind, breakfast was good, everything was clean, and the cutes…

The traditional breakfast included was a nice bonus included

Clean rooms
9 mentions

The neighborhood is gated and more quiet, clean and secure than the city

Good beds, kind family, nice breackfast and clean

Good value
3 mentions

For that price, you can't find better

Cheap Price on HW $9 But Ms

Overview

Boasting a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José is situated in Alajuela City, 31 km from Poas National Park and 3.1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The property is around 7.6 km from Parque Viva, 18 km from Parque Diversiones and 19 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. All rooms in the hostel are equipped with a coffee machine. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, some units at Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José also feature a city view. At the accommodation the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. A vegetarian breakfast is available each morning at Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José. La Sabana Metropolitan Park is 19 km from the hostel, while Barva Volcano is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Juan Santamaría International, 3 km from Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

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Daniel

solo_traveller

May 16, 2026

9

Perfect first / last stop on a holiday

Perfect place to stay a night when arriving or leaving by plane, close to the airport(much closer than san jose). The beds where comfortable, they had a nice green corner and the personal was helpfull. The neighborhood is gated and more quiet, clean and secure than the city. Just outside it is a small store. There are not many activities around, but you could visit the rescarte wildlife center or the poas vulcano .

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Laura

solo_traveller

May 3, 2026

8

The best stay in San José after a long flight

I cannot recommended enough this hostel! I had the perfect stay after a long flight. The transport from the airport was really convenient. The room was confortable and the breakfast amazing. The staff do his best to acommodate you. I will definitely go again if I need to pass by San José.

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Lena

solo_traveller

April 3, 2026

9

Very close to the airport and in a nice, quiet neighbourhood

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Justin

solo_traveller

March 25, 2026

9

For that price, you can't find better. So close to the airport and they accomodate very well for transportation. Owner and staff are really nice. I recommand !

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Gibb

solo_traveller

March 18, 2026

10

Very nice and peaceful stay.

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Trevor

solo_traveller

March 14, 2026

8

Great place to stay 😄

The place is great for a natural feel, the staff is excellent and helped me in all my needs.

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Sanne

solo_traveller

March 4, 2026

10

Perfect!!

Perfect if you have to stay a night close to the airport SJO! Good beds, kind family, nice breackfast and clean!

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Laura

solo_traveller

February 25, 2026

9

Great stay for a couple nights

Perfect hostel for a night or two close to the airport. The hosts are very kind, breakfast was good, everything was clean, and the cutest little dog Molly to keep you company. Definitely recommend!

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Jana

solo_traveller

February 13, 2026

8

Very friendly service. I got picked up from the airport and got excellent tips for my very first steps in Costa Rica - how to get to the bus station, where to buy a sim card and what makes sense to visit when the weather on Carribean side is not good. The traditional breakfast included was a nice bonus included.

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Noemie

solo_traveller

February 13, 2026

9

They came to pick me up from the airport at 1am Only stayed one night but the shared room had everything I needed. Bathroom was clean, with soap and shampoo. Breakfast was very good (typical gallo pinto).

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Daniela

solo_traveller

February 5, 2026

9

Kind hosts, clean rooms, and convenient shuttle service

The hosts are very kind and welcoming. Breakfast is good. I had a single bed in a shared room and it was perfect. Everything is very clean, you get a towel, and the shower has hot water. I also recommend taking the shuttle with them—it’s very easy and probably cheaper than a taxi.

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Michael

solo_traveller

January 28, 2026

10

Clean, Confortable bed And tipical breakfast very good. Will definitely come back.

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Emily

solo_traveller

January 19, 2026

8

Good & pleasant.

Really great location next to the airport. Lovely staff/ family running it. Breakfast was nice and I was lucky to have a dorm to myself. I enjoyed the little garden to relax in before my flight. The family also picked me up and dropped me off last minute as a transfer.

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Gabriela

solo_traveller

January 19, 2026

9

Great stay near airport

Great receptionist, very helpful and fun. Near airport. Clean. I ordered dinner for my arrival which was made by the owner and was really good! Booked transport to airport with them which was convenient.

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Serve

couple

January 18, 2026

7

Nice atmospsphere, beautiful location close to the airport

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Franck

solo_traveller

January 7, 2026

8

Very clean hostel, located in a quiet and safe area just 15 mns walk from downtown

Good costarican breakfast

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Elyas Mohammadzadekosari

couple

November 20, 2025

10

The staff were very friendly and nice. The breakfast was home made and very tasty, andthe room was tidy and clean. Overall, highly recommended.

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Andrew

solo_traveller

November 6, 2025

6

No Intro To Hostel, Comfy 3rd Bunk High Up...Angry Old Man Not Helping Chill Hostel Vibes, Good Area

Bed Comfortable Although 3rd Floor Bunk, Shallow Cool Pool, & Decent Pancakes...Good Location. Cheap Price on HW $9 But Ms.Boss Charged Me $11, I thought reserving in person instead of HW would help the business & no 15% to HW but got charged $2 More. 1 Cool Staff Guy, The Rest, MEH. Not Good Vibes, 1 Angry Old Guy speaking loud & angry about something, I respectfully verbalized "please take drama to private" , I just woke up & don't need negative energy.

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danielle

solo_traveller

November 3, 2025

10

Perfect

Lovely place in a safe and quiet neighbourhood. Hostel offers PU from the airport wich was perfectly arranged. Lovely garden very green and lush. The rooms and beds are very comfortable and spacious. Breakfast is included and very nice!

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Jennifer

couple

August 23, 2025

10

A wonderful stay

All of the many wonderful people in the Garden House team. They really give the place a warm soul. On the facilities side: shower had good pressure (and temperature) in the 8 bed dormitory, bed was comfy, room was clean and there is even a free breakfast included. Incredible value for money. What makes this place stand out is the genuine warmth and care of the team. We are so happy to have spent our first three nights there and really hope to return!

Facilities

Activities

Public Bath

Cleaning services

Laundry room

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Shuttle service, Shared lounge/TV area, Airport shuttle, Tour desk, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), 24-hour front desk

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Double Room

The double room's kitchenette, which has a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This air-conditioned double room features a desk, a patio, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 15 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room

The double room's kitchenette, which has a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This air-conditioned double room features a seating area, a patio, garden views and a shared bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 10 1 bedroom0
10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

The dormitory room's kitchenette, which features a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. The dormitory room offers air conditioning, a coffee machine, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 10 beds.

Max 10 guests 15 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Mixed Dormitory Room

The dormitory room's kitchenette, which has a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. This dormitory room features a desk, a terrace, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit offers 4 beds.

Max 4 guests 15 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 22:00
Check-outFrom 10:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 10, 2024, 3:55 AM

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