Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

The Hostel was nice. The staff was helpful, but may have been spread a little thin. It took a while to get food and drinks at the restaurant and the bar. But the food came in large portions and was reasonably priced. The rooms were spacious, but the location of some of the rooms in the center of the building made the air stagnant. There was an air-conditioner in the room but it was not working. My roommate was annoying and kept me up more than I would have liked with her tossing and turning and flipping on the lights at all hours of the night. I suggest getting the bottom bunk and hanging your towel to reduce the blinding light in your face when it is unexpectedly turned on. Speaking of towels, there are none provided at the Hostel so be sure to bring your own. Overall, the place is secure and I never has a problem, but I kept all of my things close at hand. The very nice things about this hostel that some others don't offer are the restaurant, bar, TV lounge, and a free shuttle to the airport. A car ride to or from the hostel to the airport should only be about 3-4,000 colones. Beers at the hostel are 1,400 but there is a cute little bar with friendly people just around the corner where they are only 500. It is nice and totally stumbling distance to the hostel (it is on the same block, just around the corner). You get what you pay for and I enjoyed the quality of this place and the money I saved.

The staff at the hostel really helped me out. My room was clean and comfortable. There is a childrens park right across the street. Other than the park, I didn't enjoy the location much. We didn't venture out far and when we did, it was sketchy. There is a bank and store nearby but I didn't feel good looking for restaraunts. Great for an overnight stay but i wouldn't stay longer

Very basic two METAL bunk beds which were loud when someone moved in the middle of the night. Big bathroom but very old structure on busy street not much around the area. We stayed here after arriving early morning (2am) flight. Close to the airport but limited time schedules on shuttle we took a taxi only around $5-8 taxi ride. Car rental company picked us up from hotel and drove us to car rental counter.

This hostel was had very basic private rooms. staying here for a night after flying into San Jose was much better then staying in San Jose. Helpful Staff. Great 4th story bar with view. Watch out for the rats behind the computer bar. Location gives you a good feel for the tico culture. Not any tourists. Would stay here again for a night before flying out.

Convenient to airport. Responsive staff. Clean and comfortable. Some room maintenance needed.

Price was right and near airport but location is lacking.

For what we payed, I was expecting a better experience.We payed less for a room at Manuel Antonio in a hotel the next night. That said, it was super convenient, it was a 4000 calones cab ride from the airport and the free shuttle to the airport was great.

Comfortable and simple, no frills but with all amenitiees availaable.

the stay was good - close to stores, food was available and good at the hostel. however, i would suggest that the hostel list the estimated cost of a cab ride from the airport - in the event the hostel shuttle is not available for airport pickup - my cab driver excessively overcharged me

I just needed a place to stay before taking off the next morning back to the states. I was very satisfied with the location and the cleanliness of the hotel. It was simple and modern. The restaurant was a bit over-priced considering what it should have been for Costa Rica, but the portions were large and the pizzas were very tasty. The only thing I would add for comfort would be towels.