Avenida Central, Calles 1 y 3, Antiguo Hotel Gran Via, San José
What's nearby
Plaza de la Cultura - 1 min walk
National Theater - 2 min walk
Central Park - 3 min walk
National Museum of Costa Rica - 8 min walk
Sabana Park - 4 min drive
Getting around
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 23 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 30 min drive
San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 10 min walk
San Jose Atlantic Station - 13 min walk
San Jose Fercori Station - 14 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
La Frondosita - 3 min walk
Starbucks - 1 min walk
El Fogoncito - 1 min walk
Alma de Café - 1 min walk
Cultura5 - 1 min walk
About this property
Hostel Maragato
Hostel Maragato puts you within a 10-minute drive of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. Other features include a fitness center and a terrace.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 20.00 per stay)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Property amenities
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per person (roundtrip)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15 per night
Parking
Self parking costs USD 20.00 per stay
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Hostel Maragato San Jose
Maragato San Jose
Maragato
Hostel Maragato San José
Hostel Maragato Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Maragato Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San José
Frequently asked questions
Does Hostel Maragato offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hostel Maragato does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hostel Maragato?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hostel Maragato?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 20.00 per stay.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hostel Maragato?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 35.00 per person roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hostel Maragato?
You can check in starting at 1 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Hostel Maragato?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (3-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (14-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hostel Maragato and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Does Hostel Maragato have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Hostel Maragato like?
Hostel Maragato is in Carmen, a short 1-minute walk from Plaza de la Cultura and 2 minutes' walk from National Theater.
Hostel Maragato Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
Mar 11, 2023
Glen
Glen, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2023
Kenneth
Kenneth, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 20, 2019
Great for a central location
Really good place to stay if you want to be right in the middle of the city where the locals are. Even with the hustle and bustle of the area really quite hotel. I stayed in the hostel which is good for 1 or 2 nights. Was also allowed to check in early. Museums are really close to the hotel. As well as el mercado central.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2019
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 10, 2019
Great location, fantastic price. Nice little continental free breakfast. Overall great value
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 24, 2019
The issue was that at no point in time I was given a heads up that there was a dog in the room. I told the “gentleman” who was at the front desk that day. I expressed to the clerk that it would have been nice of the Hostel staff to inform me or just any guest that there was a dog (Golden Retriever) in the room due to allergies or at least in giving one a choice to make a change of where to stay. He was rude and didn’t care one bit of what was expressed to him. Wouldn’t ever stay here again. Don’t recommended to anyone!
Mari
Mari, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 10, 2019
Definitely not for family vacation.
Room was adequate. Shower pressure was great, always had hot water. Elevator was small and broke down often, not good if you are out of shape. There were a lot of street vendors right outside the door. Next time I will probably choose a different place.
Stephan
Stephan, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 20, 2018
Location, location, location!
The rooms are pretty basic and there is quite a bit of noise from the street, but the location makes up for it. The National Theater is just around the corner, and it's on a pedestrian only shopping street with lots of entertainment.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2018
Excellent location, in the middle of everything. Means you can walk eveywhere. Good sized rooms. Friendly staff. Highly recommend
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2017
Location is in pedestrial zone
Very kind and friendly staff, especially Luis
LE
LE, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2023
La Atencion
Carlos felipe
Carlos felipe, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 29, 2019
Sra. Viajando sola.
El personal super amable, el cuarto muy limpio, el problema que la regadera del baño estaba en pésimas condiciones (se tiraba el agua para todos lados menos hacia uno) desayuno bueno, ubicación buena (puro centro de la ciudad)lo único que no me gusto, fue que en la noche se pone mucha gente afuera del hotel y lo de la regadera.
No es un hotel de lujo, es hostal, excelente para el precio y ubicación.
Yolanda
Yolanda, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2019
Jennifer E.
Jennifer E., 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2018
La pasé excelente
Ricardo
Ricardo, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2017
Excelente atencion
Excelente atencion. De hecho, tuvimos un muy penoso incidente pero fue culpa nuestra, y el personal del lugar siempre nos trato increiblemente bien y nos ayudo en todo. Mis respetos y agradecimiento a la persona de recepcion del turno de la manana.
Recomendable sin duda, por el lugar pero sobre todo por el personal
JESUS A
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2017
Hotel limpio y con buena ubicación.
Muy buen lugar para quedarse, y muy céntrico para poder recorrer distintos lugares.