Hotel del Paseo - Hostel

Location: Enfrente de Torres de Paseo Colon, San José, CR

Star Rating: 2 Stars

Property Type: Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 11:00 AM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Amenities & Facilities

• Free breakfast
• Arcade/game room
• Free WiFi
• 24-hour front desk
• Luggage storage
• Table tennis
• Continental breakfast
• Street parking
• Elevator
• Television in common areas
• Arcade/game room
• Free breakfast
• Smoke-free property
• Billiards or pool table
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Offsite parking reservations required
• Free continental breakfast
• Coin laundry on site

Rooms Available

• Shared Dormitory

  20 Twin Bunk Beds

  538 sq feet

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels and pay movies

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designer toiletries
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bed sheets not available

• Premium Room

  1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

  161 sq feet

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels and pay movies

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Desk and safe

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Need to Know - Bed sheets not available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ceiling fan
  • Designer toiletries
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Bed sheets not available

Guest Reviews

• Cristhian (2/5): - Ya no existe este hostal, hospedamos de imprevisto pues hariamos escala, no pensabamos en hospedarnos, sin embargo para estar comodos, lo hicimos, fue el mismo dia la reservacion y llegamos aprox 10pm, tocamos en el hostal y nos dijeron que tenian ya mas de un año sin operar y les dije que por que sigue operando o anunciado en expedia... contacte a expedia y me dijeron que ya no podian hacer nada pues como reserve ese mismo dia a las 7:40pm aprox, que ya habia iniciado el check in, cuando nunca lo hicimos y no nos pudieron ayudar, pido a expedia que investigue a este hostal, pues es un fraude total. Expidia no me ayudo en nada y este hostal un fraude, malisima experiencia.
• randall (10/5): the best yet - too many emails when home. loved it. best of all my trips.
• Darren (10/5): - Really friendly hostel, good breakfast. Location is really good if you are flying in as you can get a bus directly from the airport to hostel.
• Joe (10/5): - Friendly, courteous, attentive service. Some maintenance issues easily overcome.
• James (10/5): - It had great and very fast free Wi-Fi, all staff were excellent and helpful, dorm room great, large own lock needed safe for each bed.
• Daniela Itzel (10/5): - Muy amena
• Zoila Hernández (4/5): - Suceden cosas raras como que te dan las toallas cuando llegas y las tienes que entregar en la administración cuando te vas. Desayuno incluido poquísimo y deja mucho que desear, levantan la canasta sin excusa a las nueve treinta de la mañana pero si vas a las nueve ya no hay nada Un empleado muy amable, el otro muy hosco..
• Tyler (10/5): - Great stay! Very nice hostel!
• Federica (8/5): - I stayed at this hostel on 8 different occasions in the last 2 years. This was the first time in a private room and was very, very happy with it. Room was spacious, comfortable and very clean. I noticed that the comunal area on the top floor , however, looked unloved. No more microwave, no more guest fridge. Not a shelf available. Although in the past I have prepared basic meals there, I couldn’t, now. Still an excellent place to spend the night, though. And the guys at reception are just the best!
• Aimee (10/5): - Rodolfo was amazing at front desk- and Memo(sp?)as well. Bed was firm and everything clean. Just a great place to stay! Highly recommend! I missed my bus and hadn’t got a SIM card yet and Rodolfo helped me with phone calls etc. And Mia- the hotel pup is so sweet
• Gustavo (8/5): - The rooms were cargo containers, that was pretty cool! The price is not exactly affordable.
• Jacel (10/5): My First Choice Of Hostel In San Jose - I go to San Jose several times a year and i have been on this hotel/hostel twice now. Their shared room is very clean, beds are comfortable and it is unlike other hostels i have been too. Best thing is their very affordable rate that even includes breakfast. Highly recommended.
• Verified traveler (6/5): - Hostel was cool but the security man tried to Kiss me on the mouth and grabbed me where he should not be grabbing. I was a solo young female traveler and on my first trip. I didn’t know who to tell because he was the only one there. It’s been three days and I still have anxiety about it.
• Joshua (2/5): It could have been a good stay... - It would have been a good stay except for... I walked in on the housekeeper going through my things. When I walked in she was shocked. She was trying to deny it. Saying she thought I was in a different bed and pointed to a random one with nothing on it. My bed had personal items on it, so it was obvious I was using it. She tried to "make" my bed by pulling up the blanket (extremely badly) over things I had on my bed and nothing else. I yelled at her to get out. Which she did, but she didn't even close the door. I quickly went through my things. I was missing the money I had on my bed. A 10 mil Colones note. On check out, I told the person at the front desk, but all they said was "I'll talk to her. Happy New Rear." A very disappoint response. No apology or attempt to make it better. Aside from the staff, the room was stuffy and smelly with no air flow or air conditioning. But it was clean and the breakfast was fine. I liked the entertainment area. Overall, stay somewhere else.
• Marco (8/5): - Good location, complementary breakfast, WiFi works more or less.
• Karolina (8/5): Good value for money - Really well-located hostel. You can take a public bus directly from an airport and save some money. The hostel doesn't have air-con which can be a problem for some.
• Michael (10/5): Could easily be the most affordable, convenient - Affordable and close to the centre
• Michael (10/5): the best and most affordable hostel in San José! - bueno, bonito, barato, muy facil proceso, gente genial!
• JOSHUA (8/5): Good choice for budget accommodation in San Jose - Reliable hostel conveniently located walking distance from the Tica Bus station with 24/7 check in and check out. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I like the cafeteria on the 3rd floor - good lunch option. Also coffee and tea available 24/7 on the top floor.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Liked Guillermo. Great help to get me acquainted. Very friendly and courteous
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Chambre coté grande rue assez bruyante, petit déjeuner un peu simple mais c'est un hôtel très propre avec du personnel très sympathique, il est situé à 10 minutes des rues commerçantes donc c'est très bien pour un début de séjour au Costa Rica.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - It is located on a main street. The entrance door is always closed for safety. It is very clean everywhere, even in common areas. There is well equipped kitchen with free tea and coffee. On the day we arrived, Mr.Guilermo Fernandez was on duty. He allowed us choose the room we liked, showed us all amenities. Next day, after we checked out, he allowed us to leave our luggage in a hostel, to come back and get ready for the late evening flight ( there is no left luggage office in San Jose! ). He gave us all the information we needed. Amazing ! This place is the best value for your money and even more.
• Gans (10/5): - The rooms are spacious and clean. There are common areas on almost all floors and foosball, pool table, TV room on the 5th floor for entertainment. There is also a travel desk on the 5th floor. Though i didn't use their services, would imagine they arrange tours etc. Wifi connectivity was good throughout the hostel. Staff were quite friendly and helpful. They managed to get me a super fast laundry service. Location wise, central avenue is about 10-15 minutes walking distance. Close to TICA bus station.
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Ampliamente recomendable, limpieza, amabilidad, discreción, bien ubicado, sin estar en la algarabia del centro. Muy bueno el desayuno incluido, Volvere con la familia. Solo el detalle que la cerradura de la puerta falló y no fue reparada con prontitud. Gracias
• Mircea (10/5): - The entire staff was excellent . Ana ,Claudia ,cafetaria family and housekeeper are very nice . Very nice people.
• james (10/5): Comfortable and cosy. - Fantastic stay. Superb value, lovely staff, great food, would recommend very highly!
• Verified traveler (10/5): - El personal muy atentos, excelente, sobre todo el guardia nocturno y Claudia, excelentes personas. Les agradezco bastante
• Francis Rey (10/5): - Got a private room and was so much nicer than expected for a hostel. It was bigger than expected that felt like i was in a hotel instead of hostel. It was clean. Only tip is to contact the place in advance especially if your coming late at night as the place is small and reception close early so if your arriving late at night you need to contact them to make sure the security guard is expecting you and have everything prepared for you especially if you dont speak spanish because the guard doesnt speak english.
• Mikolaj (8/5): - Excellently located hostel, easy access to centre of San Jose. Large room with all the necessary facilities. Very accommodating staff. Good value for money.
• Edgardo (8/5): Cómodo, tranquilo - Hostel cómodo y bonito, lo usamos por la cercania a SJ, teniamos que salir temprano y apesar de estar centrico, es muy tranquilo, recomendado.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - 受付のスタッフの対応がとても丁寧かつ親切なのがよかった
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Extremely helpful staff and location is excellent! Loved staying there!
• Eddie (10/5): - The people are great... amazing service. Boss lady was awesome.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Excelente ubicación. Limpieza y atención Lo malo que los fines de semana está cerrada la cafeteria
• Isabelle (8/5): - Une nuit à San Jose en transition!
• Blake (10/5): - Great place with very helpful staff! Rooms were cleaned everyday the cleaning ladies were friendly. The receptionists spoke great english and were always able to answer any questions about nearby restaurants, banks ect.
• Verified traveler (10/5): Recomendado! - Me atendieron súper bien, el hostel es demasiado lindo (muy fino), las camas son súper cómodas y hay bastante seguridad.
• Julia (8/5): Very nice - They were vey helpful with everything in the area and the place was very clean nice staff
• Sam (6/5): - Nice staff ...
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Perfect!
• Miriam (6/5): Beautiful view but not very clean... - The staff was very helpful, however my sheets, blanket, down comforter, mattress pad and cover smelled very bad. Sweat from the last guest? I don't know if anything was washed but if it was, they didn't use bleach. Anyway, I wasn't able to get to bed until the staff gave me clean sheets, etc. And the blanket was replaced but it had snot on it. It was a bit disgusting so I threw it outside in the hallway. The staff was very friendly but I'd make sure the linens and blankets are sanitized next time, otherwise I couldn't stay there again. Unless the problem is corrected, I'd stay away.
• Verified traveler (8/5): - tranquila sin mayores inconvenientes buena ubicacion estrategica ya que esta casi en el centro de la ciudad en mi experiencia personal fue una buena eleçcion
• Colette (8/5): Bit expensive for a hostel but had my own room - When i checked in they asked me for a credit card to pay for my stay, i told them i had already paid through hotels.com but theysaid they didnt have that, i showed them the receipt and they were still skeptical. Very nice people though, i brought the wrong charger with me and the receptionist let me borrow his for the night. Close to town, shops etc.
• David (8/5): - El hostal tiene todo lo básico para una estancia cómoda. Ubicada en una de las arterias de la ciudad, por lo que está muy bien comunicado, sobre todo en transporte público con el aeropuerto (1$). Me alojé en una habitación de 8 camas, y había suficiente espacio para todos con nuestro equipaje. En la recepción muy atentos y amables.
• Catherine (10/5): Une petite pepite! - Hotel moderne avec tout le confort qui meriterait 2 etoiles pour un prix minimum ....surprise totale ! Une cafeteria excellente ou vous pouvez vous restaurez a prix mini et personnel tres sympa. A essayer aussi le restaurant asiatique qui se trouve a cote le "mille sabores"copieux et tres bon. Et enfin "mercato central " en sortant de l'hotel a droite tout droit a 5 minutes. En resume un petit bijou.

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