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Nativus Art Hostel

2.0 star property
Find inspiration at this artsy hostel near iconic landmarks. Enjoy convenient perks like luggage storage and an elevator to enhance your stay.

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Nativus Art Hostel, near the National Stadium of Costa Rica and National Theater, offers a creative haven with a coffee shop/cafe and in-room WiFi. Explore the local scene with tour/ticket assistance or unwind in smoke-free premises while watching TV in the lobby.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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  • Sleeps 4
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  • Free WiFi

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  • Free WiFi

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  • 12 sq m
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About the neighborhood

Located in Merced, a neighborhood in San José, Nativus Art Hostel is near the airport and near a train station. Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater of Costa Rica are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include National Center of Art and Culture and Spirogyra Butterfly Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica. Visit our San José travel guide
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Ave 5 Edificio 3650, Paseo Colon, Entre Calle 36 y 38, San José, San Jose, 10101

What's nearby

  • Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica
    Sabana Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana
    National Stadium of Costa Rica
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica
    National Theater of Costa Rica
    5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mercado Central
    5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Contraloria Station
    16 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway Paseo Colon
    4 min walk
  • KFC
    7 min walk
  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • London Room
    6 min walk
  • Restaurante Machu Picchu
    5 min walk

About this property

Nativus Art Hostel

  • Hostel near Museum of Costa Rican Art
  • Located close to National Stadium of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica, Nativus Art Hostel provides a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), airport pick-up service (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
    • A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and an elevator
    • Smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
    • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (CRC 3,000 per day)
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 5 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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 6:00 AM - 10:00 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 10:00 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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately CRC 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 15000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: CRC 3000 per day(246 ft away; open 24 hours)

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Nativus Art Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nativus Art Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Nativus Art Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Nativus Art Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of CRC 15000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Nativus Art Hostel located?

Located in Merced, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Stadium of Costa Rica. National Theater of Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are also within 2 mi (3 km). San Jose Contraloria Station is 16 minutes by foot and San Jose Cemetery Station is 19 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Nativus Art Hostel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome hostel

It was amazing hostel! I can't think of anything significant enough to complain about. The bed is SUPER soft! One of best hostel bed in my two years of traveling. There are outlet available on each bed which is useful. It's really beautiful too. One of most beautiful hostel I stayed in my two years. The service is great too. They are very nice people as well they try their best to adapt to your need. As I don't eat some specific food, they offered me a toasted bread with avocado for breakfast. What more I can ask for! Enough with positives, there are few things that are not perfect. The location is very good but not the best. It's about 15 -20 walking minutes away from market and 7 walking minutes away from AMPM store. Night time, you better to walk with others or take a taxi for safety
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
beautiful hostel with fantastic decor, incredible service, nice breakfast, walking distance to many things. 10/10 will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a good place to stay. The breakfast was delicious. Very kind staff. Location is great at reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

AM

Liked: Staff & service
Jose was absolutely great. Welcomed us very kindly and made sure we feel comfortable at all times. Place itself is what you can expect from a hostel. Cleanliness can definitely be improved but covid measures were in place. Breakfast was also a nice touch. Staff is just fantastic and super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CasandraG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place and excellent location. Staff is really friendly and helpful, Esteban went above and beyond and his recommendations were amazing. Breakfast was awesome too. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buenisimo!!!

Muy bonito lugar, buen desayuno y excelente atencion!!! En area tranquila, sin duda me quedare en otra ocasion!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un hostel nuevo muy lindo en una muy buena zona. Todo impecable con buen diseño y un excelente trato de los dueños y empleados; son unos amores. Me encantó haber seleccionado este hostal! Lo recomiendo 100%.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moshe

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021