Casa Escalante Hostel | Hostel in San José

8.1 (887 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   32 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  11 Guests
Barrio Dent Hostel | Casa Escalante Hostel

32 Bedroom Hostel in Barrio Dent, San José

Located in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 3.8 miles, Casa Escalante Hostel has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 4.7 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica, 6.9 miles from Parque Diversiones and 15 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The property provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. A continental, vegan or kosher breakfast is served at the property. You can play pool at the hostel. Jardín Botánico Lankester is 16 miles from Casa Escalante Hostel, while Parque Viva is 17 miles from the property.

Casa Escalante Hostel is located in San José.

This 32 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: TV, Bar, Kitchen, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 887 reviews with the average score of 8.1 . Coming to San José and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 32 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in San José. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Casa Escalante Hostel in San José is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Casa Escalante Hostel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Snack bar
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Raised toilet
Activities
  • Evening entertainment
  • Movie nights
  • Game room
  • Walking tours
  • Pool table
  • Bar crawls
Entertainment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Family rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Wifi in all areas
Guest Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Private check-in/out
  • Shuttle service
  • Tour desk
  • Room service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Suit press
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport drop-off
  • Airport pickup
  • Public transit tickets

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and free.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.93
Location:
8.77
Staff:
9.32
Facilities:
8.52
Comfort:
8.7
Cleanliness:
8.8
Lucy
Mar 5, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Good stopover location in San Jose. The breakfast was okay and the kitchen was large. The room was spacious.
Negative: We had to wait a long time to use the bathroom.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 13 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

View

Inner courtyard view

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Reading light

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 8 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

View

Inner courtyard view

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Reading light, Key access

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Drying rack for clothing

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

View

Inner courtyard view

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Reading light

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double Room

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet, Shared bathroom, Bathtub

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

View

Inner courtyard view

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Reading light, Key access

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Queen Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 14 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet, Shared bathroom, Bathtub

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

View

Inner courtyard view

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Reading light, Key access

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Futon bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Body soap, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

View

Inner courtyard view

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Reading light

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Junior Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 19 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Junior Suite

Bathroom

Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Towels, Body soap, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

View

Inner courtyard view

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Reading light, Key access

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this Casa Escalante Hostel pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Casa Escalante Hostel?

Check-in time for Casa Escalante Hostel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Casa Escalante Hostel have a swimming pool?

No, this Casa Escalante Hostel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Casa Escalante Hostel?

Best-rates for the Casa Escalante Hostel starts from $40 per night with includes Entertainment, Internet, Laundry, Sports/Activities, Designated Smoking Area, Wheelchair Accessible, Transportation/Shuttle, Guest Services, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Pet Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Child Friendly, View, Bar, Kitchen, TV with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Casa Escalante Hostel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Casa Escalante Hostel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Casa Escalante Hostel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Casa Escalante Hostel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Casa Escalante Hostel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Casa Escalante Hostel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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