With a stay at Selina San Jose - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in San José, a 4-minute drive from Sabana Park and 7 minutes from National Stadium of Costa Rica. This hostel is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Multiplaza Mall Escazu and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Casa Amarilla.Show More
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4.1/5Very Good·Service: 4.2
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Amenities
Massage RoomPublic ParkingAirport Pick-up ServiceAirport Shuttle ServiceBarRestaurantMulti-Function RoomLuggage StorageWi-Fi in Public AreasFree
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Surroundings
Airport: Tobias Bolanos International Airport
(11.6 km)
Airport: Juan Santamaria International Airport
(20.5 km)
Landmarks: National Museum of Costa Rica
(470m)
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5
Deluxe Room
1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Electric Fan
Towel
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5
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Non-smoking
Private Bath
Electric Fan
Towel
Curtain
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7
Twin Room
2 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private Bath
Electric Fan
Towel
Curtain
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3
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
Has window
Non-smoking
Electric Fan
Towel
Curtain
Bedding: Blanket Or Quilt
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Standard Room
1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private Bath
Electric Fan
Towel
Curtain
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3
Studio Suite
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Electric Fan
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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
Non-smoking
Electric Fan
Towel
Curtain
Bedding: Blanket Or Quilt
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Suite
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Electric Fan
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Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
Non-smoking
Electric Fan
Towel
Curtain
Bedding: Blanket Or Quilt
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4
4-Bed Dorm Plus
Non-smoking
Electric Fan
Towel
Curtain
Bedding: Blanket Or Quilt
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5
Family Room
2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bath
Electric Fan
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Small Room Shared Bathroom
1 Queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Electric Fan
Towel
Curtain
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Guest Reviews(52)
4.1/5
Very Good
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Cleanliness4.1
Amenities4.1
Location4.1
Service4.2
Damien
February 15, 2024
Curtains on the bed which is a killer feature to get some intimacy and sleep better. Common spaces are well designed. Yoga class in the morning is highly recommended. People are welcoming but usually won't stay for long as San Jose is usually a step to go somewhere else. Except a few co-workers.
Guest User
August 10, 2023
A nice quiet street of San Jose, and our room was basic but reasonably priced.. the place was serviceably clean, and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Yuxi Guan
December 12, 2022
everything just perfect,I love here vibes and people.and I like the breakfast here.
Francesca
May 8, 2022
Tue hotel idea very nice and well located. Breakfast is good with hot and cold options. The room
Is big and the bed is big and confy. The staff is kind, and informative. The room has a kettle and a fridge for cold drinks. The toilet is big and well equide with towels
mark
January 18, 2024
The atmosphere is great at Selina, relaxed friendly with great service.
It can be a bit noisy during the night
Guest User
December 28, 2023
Selina has a nice kitchen area/nice common room and offers many activities to backpackers which is nice. However, some of the rooms (our room) are literally in the kitchen, meaning that you hear everything. They have a silence policy (after 0:00) however no one makes sure it is actually silent which can be a problem after a long journey. Our main problem during our stay of one night (happy it was just one) was that the room was very dirty. There were cockroaches lying around, hairs of previous guests in the bed and we wonder if the room was cleaned at all. We are both backpackers who have stayed at multiple hostels in Costa Rica. We had good experiences at all of them except for the Selina Hostel in San Jose. When we mentioned it to the staffmember at reception, her response was "oh I did not know that, thanks for letting me know". An apology would have been the right thing and actually checking the room to see why we mentioned this would have been the professional thing to do. Also the photo's of the advertisement are definitely not what you get once there.
Ricky
November 21, 2023
So if your in your twenties and like noise and don’t care you spent over a $100 for a private room that you cannot walk around the bed, no tv, no AC, dirty shared bathroom, one towel for 2 people, this is the place for you. The staff was nice and food was good enough, but we will not stay here again for the high price alone.
Camilo
October 11, 2023
Initial room had no windows and ventilation was inadequate and so the room was extremely hot. Asked to be relocated and the new room was a complete mess and reaked of body odor when I walked in. Feel the property should manage that better. No large lockers for personal items which made it very inconvenient. Breakfast and was excellent
Amy
September 22, 2023
Selina is always my go to choice when travelling for its safety, it’s people and it’s events. There is always something going on and the people are friendly. The room I got was private didn’t really need too should of booked a dorm as they are really big and comfortable beds.
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–24:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–22:00
To check-in, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children 1 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at this hotel
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeContinental
Age
Fee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
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Health Protected
Clean
4.1/5
Cleaning & disinfecting
Rooms are disinfected between stays
Property Description
Opened: 2017
Renovated: 2017
Number of Rooms: 141
With a stay at Selina San Jose - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in San José, a 4-minute drive from Sabana Park and 7 minutes from National Stadium of Costa Rica. This hostel is 6 mi (9.7 km) from Multiplaza Mall Escazu and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Casa Amarilla.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hostel also features a television in a common area, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Selina San Jose - Hostel, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Make yourself at home in one of the 46 guestrooms. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Massage Room
Public ParkingAdditional charge
Airport Pick-up ServiceAdditional charge
Airport Shuttle Service
Bar
Restaurant
Multi-Function Room
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to stay at Selina San Jose?
Prices at Selina San Jose are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.
What is the closest airport to Selina San Jose?
The closest airport is Tobias Bolanos International Airport. It is 11.6 km from the hotel and approximately a 21minutes journey by taxi.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Selina San Jose?
The check-in time is after 15:00 and the check-out time is before 11:00.
Does Selina San Jose provide airport transfer services?
Yes, Selina San Jose provides airport transfer services.
What amenities and services does Selina San Jose have?
Selina San Jose has the following amenities and services: Pets allowed (additional fee), Massage Room, Parking.
Does Selina San Jose have a swimming pool?
No, Selina San Jose doesn't have a pool.
Does Selina San Jose have fitness amenities?
No, Selina San Jose doesn't have fitness amenities.
Does Selina San Jose provide Wi-Fi?
Yes, the hotel provides Wi-Fi.
Does Selina San Jose have non-smoking rooms?
Yes, Selina San Jose has non-smoking rooms. Please view the hotel listing for details.