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About this property

Set in San José, within an 8-minute walk of San Juan de Dios Hospital and 1 km of Metropolitan Hospital Costa Rica, Stray Cat Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is situated 1.4 km from National Theatre of Costa Rica, 5 km from Parque Diversiones and a 15-minute walk from Metropolitan Cathedral. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, and buying tickets for guests. All rooms come with a shared bathroom. The hostel offers a continental or buffet breakfast. National Theatre of Costa Rica is 1.4 km from Stray Cat Hostel, while Pre-Colombian Gold Museum is a 16-minute walk away. Juan Santamaria International Airport is 20 minutes from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Buffet


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Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 large double bed
US$177 for 3 nights
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Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 single bed
US$48 for 3 nights
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Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
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  • 1 single bed
US$57 for 3 nights
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$60 for 3 nights
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 single bed
US$63 for 3 nights
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  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 large double bed
194 feet²
Free WiFi

  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 3
US$59 per night
Price US$177
Excluded: 13 % VAT
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  • Non-refundable
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  • We have 1 left
  • 1 single bed
431 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$16 per night
Price US$48
Excluded: 13 % VAT
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  • We have 7 left
  • 1 single bed
269 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$19 per night
Price US$57
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast included in the price
  • Non-refundable
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  • We have 1 left
  • 1 bunk bed
323 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$20 per night
Price US$60
Excluded: 13 % VAT
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  • We have 6 left
  • 1 single bed
269 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$21 per night
Price US$63
Excluded: 13 % VAT
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  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great hostel in good location - 10 min walk to bus for airport, near to central market. Very friendly + helpful staff.
  • Daniel
    Switzerland Switzerland
    -friendly staff -nice chill out area -good location if you are traveling through San José
  • Anam
    Canada Canada
    Great vibe - close to bus station.They upgraded me to a private room for free
  • Ron
    Israel Israel
    The cats The atmosphere The staff Value for money Good place to meet other solo travelers
  • Rosa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were really friendly and welcoming. There was a relaxed vibe to the place too. The common areas were really nice to hang out in. The room was very comfortable. Breakfast in the morning was great and I got chatting to some fellow travellers.
  • Paula
    Germany Germany
    Clean rooms, artsy decor, cute cats, and free breakfast - all within 7min of the bus stop. Thank you!
  • Alexia
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The structure was very nice, close to all the bus terminals, and there were some very sweet cats running around!
  • Sara_mng
    Spain Spain
    Location is good if you plan to take bus to go somewhere else. Perfect for 1 night. Their cat is so pretty...
  • Maria
    Canada Canada
    It was busy but got a good vibe, chilled people and there was a music playing in the lobby!!Super cool!!
  • Hannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    great location in the centre of San Jose nice communal area with sofas and tables fun cat themed artwork gallo pinto with eggs for breakfast was tasty

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
Check-out
Available 24 hours
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 39
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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