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Hostel el Museo

Avenida 2 Calle 17 | In front of Museo Nacinal (National Museum), San Jose, Costa Rica
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Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazan, Honduras
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14 reviews 14 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 29, 2013

This is a little bit more expensive than other hostels i slept here one night , it's clean and all but 15 bucks man , i mean i'm a humble backpacker ,not Bill Gates, service regular , the lady is not as friendly as you may expect,yes Costa Rica is expensive , they say, but there are a lot of... More

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Liberia, Costa Rica
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 7, 2012

The place to stay in San Jose located in one of the best and beautiful areas in the capital city, with a convenience parking lot located next to the hostel, very clean, comfortable, with the city view, close to the night life, dining options, the staff was very helpful, definitely I will come back!!!

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San Pablo, Heredia, Costa Rica
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 30, 2011

Hostel El Museo was great. I arrived several hours later than I told them I would check in and they saved my private room, although several other guests wanted it. Also, I only paid $30 for a private double (the price of a room without a private bathroom), and yet I received a room with a private bathroom! They were... More

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San Jose, Costa Rica
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2011

after sitting on a bus for two days i arrived at the tica bus terminal i new the hostel where i wanted to stay but only had a rough idea of its where abouts but really needed to walk avoiding the taxi drivers i set off only to find myself incredibly lost after wondering the streets and also being late... More

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Edmonton, Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 19, 2010

Hostel El Museo is the place to stay in San Jose! Best thing about it was the fantastic service - the staff was very welcoming and made it a very fun stay. Perfect location and value make this one place you do not want to miss.

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NY
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 14, 2010 via mobile

This was my first stay in a hostel, so I was unsure of what to expect. The rooms were kept clean & the beds were comfortable. The staff was extremely helpful & friendly, which made my stay very enjoyable. They were quick to offer use of the phones & Internet, as well as advice on where to go out safely... More

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Dallas, Texas
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40 reviews 40 reviews
29 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 11, 2010

In terms of value for money this hostel is best we have stayed in. Clean and well maintained, very comfortable beds and a friendly staff. For the price, you cannot find anything better in Costa Rica.

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Montreal, Canada
1 review
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 27, 2010

By far the best location, just few steps from everything!! The staff is awesome, the rooms are brand new and really clean, you feel like if you where in an Hotel instead of the typical dirty, ugly hostel. All the staff are experts on turism, San Jose BEST places to visit and they will answer all the questions you may... More

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Santos, SP
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10 reviews 10 reviews
8 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2012 via mobile
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Rockford, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 22, 2010
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Additional Information about Hostel el Museo

Also Known As:
Hostel El Museo Costa Rica/San Jose
Address: Avenida 2 Calle 17 | In front of Museo Nacinal (National Museum), San Jose, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of San Jose > San Jose Metro > San Jose
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Kitchenette Pets Allowed Room Service Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #6 of 44 Specialty lodging in San Jose
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Best location in San Jose right in front of the south side of the National Museum of Art on Second Ave. 60 mtrs from judicial courts, National assembly, fine restaurants and bars only walking distance. National theaters and other museums only blocks away. Discounts on car rentals. Discounts on all tours for local beaches, canopy lines, water rafting, water falls. Ground transportation available private or groups. Free secured parking. Free WI-FI Free continental breakfast. English spoken. ... more   less 

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