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Finca Escalante - Hostel

2.0 star property
Guests savor local flavors at Taco Yard's breakfast buffet and explore San José with the convenient free shuttle service from this welcoming hostel

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Finca Escalante - Hostel in Carmen's heart offers a rooftop terrace, garden, and cozy lobby fireplace. Enjoy the Taco Yard's breakfast buffet and Mexican dishes. Guests love the free area shuttle, WiFi access, and easy sightseeing.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden Area | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden Area

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom sink

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Barrio Escalante, a neighborhood in San José, is home to Finca Escalante - Hostel. Shoppers can check out Multiplaza Mall Escazu, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sabana Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park. Simon Bolivar Zoo and National Center of Art and Culture are also worth visiting. Visit our San José travel guide
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Map
Calle 33, San José, San José, 10101

What's nearby

  • A yellow building with a flag, steps, and a fence.
    National Museum of Costa Rica
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A panoramic view of a city with a prominent stadium, dense residential areas, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
    University of Costa Rica
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • National Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • San Pedro Mall
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Fercori Station
    7 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costa Rica Beer Factory Inc.
    1 min walk
  • Franco
    1 min walk
  • Cafeoteca
    2 min walk
  • Libertario Coffee Co. & Roasters
    1 min walk
  • Puralma
    2 min walk

About this property

Finca Escalante - Hostel

  • Hostel near University of Costa Rica
  • At Finca Escalante - Hostel, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Taco Yard, features Mexican cuisine. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • A free area shuttle, 2 meeting rooms, and a water dispenser
    • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Finca Escalante - Hostel include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Showers and free toiletries
    • Communal kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Taco Yard

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 25 (one-way), (from 7 to 17 years old)
  • Laundry fee: USD 10 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Finca Escalante - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Finca Escalante - Hostel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Finca Escalante - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Finca Escalante - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is Finca Escalante - Hostel located?

Located in Barrio Escalante, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and University of Costa Rica. National Park and Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital are also within 15 minutes. San Jose Fercori Station is 7 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 9 minutes.

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Reviews

Finca Escalante - Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Skyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hostel and very convenient location. Great staff as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff; beautiful courtyard; great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment you checked in the staff was very inviting and welcoming. The room was really cute but the walls were really thin not too noisy though. Great great location, near a lot of cute restaurants and breweries.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent privacy as there are curtains alongside the bed. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Finca Escalante

Excellent service and support; fair prices; good English language services for gringos who want a break from speaking Spanish in San Jose
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ce que j’ai le plus apprécié est le service à la clientèle rendu sur place et de l’aide des préposés pour se retrouver dans la ville et faire venir les taxis.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly and help stuff. Highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming old building in a great area for restaurants and bars. Friendly staff and overall a very welcoming atmosphere. I would recommend. I was in the very nice looking private room which is right next to the reception, unfortunately however you can hear every conversation and game of pool happening in the lounge which was a bit annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Marcelo Fernando

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019
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8/10 Good

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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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8/10 Good

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018