Hostel Casa Colon

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Sabana Park

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Interior
Front of property
Bar (on property)
TV
Outdoor dining

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Beach shuttle
  • Theme park shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
Feel at home
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is $60
includes taxes & fees
$53 per night
Dec 4 - Dec 5

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Share dorm with share bathroom no breakfast

Highlights

Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Private)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Private)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte, Opposite Torre Mercedes, San José, San Jose, 1255

What's nearby

  • Parque La Sabana - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Central Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sabana Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 17 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 23 min drive
  • San Jose Cemetery Station - 15 min walk
  • San Jose Contraloria Station - 20 min walk
  • San Jose Pacific Station - 25 min walk
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Bistrot de Paris - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Momo Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lubnan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Soda Mirey's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Grano de Oro - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon is just 4.4 mi (7.2 km) from the airport and offers drop-off service (available 24 hours). You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Colonial hostel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 16 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
  • Express check-out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

  • Airport drop off on request(available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Beach shuttle*
  • Shopping center shuttle*
  • Theme park shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (86 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1945
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CRC 17500.00 per room (one-way)
  • Beach shuttle, shopping center shuttle, and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of CRC 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CRC 15 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 5 and 18 costs CRC 17500.00 (one-way)

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hostel Casa Colon Costa Rica/San Jose
Casa Colon Hostel
Casa Colon San Jose
Hostel Casa Colon
Hostel Casa Colon San Jose
Hostel Casa Colon Costa Rica/San Jose
Hostel Casa Colon Hotel San Jose
Hostel Casa Colon San José
Hostel Casa Colon Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Casa Colon Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San José

Frequently asked questions

Does Hostel Casa Colon offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hostel Casa Colon 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hostel Casa Colon?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Hostel Casa Colon?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hostel Casa Colon?
Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is CRC 17500.00 per room one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel Casa Colon?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. There's a charge of CRC 15 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of CRC 15 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hostel Casa Colon?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (20-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (12-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hostel Casa Colon and nearby?
Hostel Casa Colon has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hostel Casa Colon?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hostel Casa Colon like?
Hostel Casa Colon is a short 16-minute walk from Sabana Park and 6 minutes' walk from Parque La Sabana.

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Don’t stay here
The linens were clean, however upon arrival there was no running water. There was a large crack in the room under the outside door, I had to stuff a blanket there so animals would not come in. The floors were dirty along with the showers and toilets. The social environment was poor.
Kelsey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Karin, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Rachael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Shankarganesh, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

It's close to downtown and the tica bus station.
Tyler, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

t was the first week of Covid control
I showed up right at the beginning off the covid mess..... they checked me into a dirty room... the other room smelled of sewer gas ,
rob, 1-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Maksut, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

We (3 Canadians) took the bus from Panama City to San Jose, Costa Rica (Tica Bus)...arrived closer to mid-night; this location is 5 mts walk from Tica Bus Terminal; Check-in was a breeze; very friendly staff; breakfast was included in our package and we enjoyed it both days; there is a bar (to enjoy beer), though it gets a bit noisy (if you want to sleep before 11)...the Hotel has a lot of character and history; I will definitely like to come back to stay here!
Avijeet(Avi), 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice people, clean , dinners are great, free breakfast, attention to detail, affordable, the casa is Antigua and a beautiful building. Great location, close to La Merced , shopping, restaurants etc. easy to walk. over all 100% satisfied. Been staying here the whole month, nice place.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Our second stay at Casa Colon
We stayed in the best room they had, #103, which had a private bath, a double bed and bunk beds. We used the bunks for our luggage. Maid came every day and made the bed and swept the floor. Breakfast was free and good--try the "typical". Front desk had some communication problems but everything was worked out. There was a change in ownership on August 1, so it will be interesting to see if this place goes "up" or "down".
Alan, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Very simple, but clean place to sleep for a low price.
Mark, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I like this hostal because is confortable and peacefull
Debora, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

good location the building is very cool. restaurant is very convienient and the amenities are great for CR.
Ryan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Friendly helpful staff
I arrived late in the evening with my family and the staff / service was very helpful. Room was clean and quiet - just what we needed before going to the bus station early the following morning.
John, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was my first trip to Costa Rica, and all the people in the hotel were so helpful, and caring for me. I was able to go on two tours, and picked up directly at the hotel, the breakfast I had the typical food, the lunches were excellent and the room was clean, comfortable and private. I plan to return to Costa Rica in the near future and will stay again here.
RobertG, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and clean. Pretty loud from traffic noise. Ask for an upstairs room away from road.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Always a wonderful stay at Casa Colón. The entire staff is always very helpful - especially my friend Daniel!! Thanks for another great stay!
Dakota, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Hotel is in a good location. Street and lobby noise was a very small issue for me. Bed was comfortable and room was very clean. Rooms could use a bit of an update (e.g., condition of floors, bathroom fixtures, etc.). Room safe was not working (was open and 'locked' so couldn't be reset). Breakfast was minimal but perfectly acceptable.
Paul, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Close to the city
Doesn’t look like a hostel at all it’s more like a hotel, it’s so loud at night due to the bar inside the hotel . The shared bathrooms are pretty creepy and felt unsafe . Couldn’t wait to get out of there.
Meech , 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Good for short stays
The staff was terrific and very helpful. They also offer airport shuttle service, which was very handy, especially at 6 am! The main rooms are lovely and very comfortable. We had a good selection of various free breakfasts (not offered with dorm rooms) and the coffee was fantastic! Our room had a shared bathroom, which was essentially a line of sinks in the hall, with toilets and showers separate. I had no problem with the cleanliness of the bathrooms or our room. Our room (109) had no windows, which we were aware of when booking, but the a/c worked great as did the big screen TV. We had a queen sized bed and two bunk beds, which we used as luggage storage. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, but the private rooms could use a coat of paint and some patching on the walls. No quite shabby, but approaching it. And the lighting could be improved--warmer lighting and more wattage would make a big difference. However, the bedding was changed every day and the room was insect free. For the price, and for short stays, it's a good place to stay. I recommend Room 109 as it's away from the noise and close to the bathrooms. There are two creaky wooden steps leading up to the door, so if you walk in your sleep, this is probably not the room for you!
Jane, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

Better than usual hostel
Good place to sleep. Neighborhood is safe and plenty of dining options nearby.
Mark, 2-night family trip
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