In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse

In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse Hostel in San Jose

About this hostel

Located in San Jose, this lovely hostel for $30 per night is a great option for your next vacation. In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse is set in the heart of lively, upscale San Pedro and only 400 meters from the University of Costa Rica and the student nightlife of Calle de la Amargura. Street parking is available in front of the property.

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of San Jose

Nearby attractions

La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park

20.29 miles

Parque Diversiones

5.46 miles

National Stadium Of Costa Rica

3.71 miles

National Museum of Costa Rica

1.25 miles

In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse

4.3

Excellent(607 Reviews)

Hostel in San Jose

3-Star Hostel

Reasons to book

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Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this hostel

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of San Jose

Nearby attractions

La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park

20.29 miles

Parque Diversiones

5.46 miles

National Stadium Of Costa Rica

3.71 miles

National Museum of Costa Rica

1.25 miles

Reviews

4.3/5.0

Excellent(607 Reviews)

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8.0

Mar 2024

Ras

Emplacement

Petit déjeuner

10.0

Mar 2024

A Clean, Well Run and Relaxed Budget Hostel

I spent a week at this hostel and really enjoyed my stay. The staff was very personable and helpful. Per other's comments about the house being older, it is true but everything worked well and the wifi was excellent. Adored the coffee! The hostel was cleaned daily and throughout the day. Excellent resources available on buses, attractions, tours etc. Neighborhood was safe and near the university so a good variety of restaurants nearby.

6.0

Jul 2023

Pleasant

Bed was uncomfortable, the worst during 3 weeks, but bunk beds were ok. Men, who served breakfast asked us how many pancakes we want, we said 4, because we are family of 4 and then he angrily replied: But they are big!and bring them with unhappy face. It’s ridiculous, that in Costa Rica they charge even for small kids, that don’t have their own bed, but children don’t be pretending to eat breakfast

8.0

Jul 2023

Boheme and easy-going

This hostel is a good choice for anyone who wants a private room for a reasonable price. The person at the reception was really helpful. The hostel was furnished and decorated in a unique and colorful way.

There was all the time lots of traffic on the street behind the window of the room and that's why it was not an ideal place for sleeping especially because the window could not be closed. There wasn't any kind of mirror in the room.

8.0

May 2023

Very good

very clean, nice little seating area, well equipped kitchen, really nice pancakes for breakfast, good wifi

10.0

May 2023

Exceptional

We really liked the hostel. It was a nice vibe in general and it was very clean. The staff was also really nice and the breakfast was amezing!!

8.0

Feb 2023

Very good

breakfast was good and quite ample for most people. the location is great if you don't want to be directly in the center, but close enough that its still accessable.

wifi was usable, but not always the best signal for calls.

8.0

Feb 2023

Nice place with a lovely breakfast

Loved the breakfast! Really friendly staff. Cute bunk bed room. We felt safe in that area and could go out and walk to dinner.

Not enough bathrooms!! I had to wait for 30 minutes to use the bathroom in the morning. There was 3 of us all waiting. Long wait for a shower in the evening as well.

2.0

Jan 2023

Worst ever

The location was good, the room was good, but at one point they seemed paper thin and I feared I would not be able to sleep but luckely the guests in the next room were not noisy at night.

The host. He spoke English, however would answer my initial email questions about in Spanish. When I arrived at the hostel, he was not friendly then asked for my passport in Spanish and when I did not answer immediately, he asked me how long I had been in Costa Rica. I answered thinking he was actually being friendly only to have him retort with a question about how I could not know the word "passport" after having been in CR for weeks. I paid for 3 nights but left the next morning because I could not stand to have to see his face all the time after this. Worst Christmas Eve ever. Also you can not make your own coffee before 8am.

9.0

Jan 2023

It's clean!

Love the breakfast pancake every morning. Ouiet time is strictly enforced.

Shower drainage flow was not good, it flooded. Stove and hot water kettle are out of sight once the kitchen is closed, having hot water for coffee is impossible which is important for me because I worked at night due to time difference.

7.0

Dec 2022

Good

clean and comfortable in a nice area. huge breakfast and free coffee. a bit empty though so not your place if you want to socialize ;)

7.0

Dec 2022

Good

- safe and convenient location for walking to bario escalante (the trendy area) - could book a taxi transfer - nice breakfast

- not the cheapest but good for San Jose - there was a fumigation when we were there and we were not told for what but had to leave for a few hours - when we got back our bags were on the bed so maybe for bedbugs? - did notice some insects about the place

1.0

Dec 2022

There are many other hostels that are better to stay at.

The location and people I met there. Other than than there was not much to say. I met some good people there. It was close to the mall, etc.

The room was small and no window. The staff was not polite. The staff could not get things done right. Almost everyone I talked to did not like this place.

10.0

Dec 2022

Great hostel in San Jose

Our host was friendly, breakfast provided, the room was better than most hostels we’ve stayed during our trip and it is located in an area of the city with lots of bars and good options around

nothing

8.0

Dec 2022

Very good

Clean

10.0

Nov 2022

Exceptional

I really liked the cleanliness and the friendly staff. Great location to discover San Jose. Much appreciated no smoking rule which is strictly enforced .

Can't think of anything

10.0

Nov 2022

10/10 would recommend!

this was a good location in a safer area. close enough to some bars if you need a drink and restaurants that overlook the mountains.

4.0

Oct 2022

Ok for a night but personally wouldn't return.

Large room, everything was relatively clean, good breakfast

Owner wasn't very knowledgeable or forthcoming with information. Not a fan of anyone smoking inside of which the owner made clear was what he did. We booked a double but ended up in a family room which may sound nice but was surrounded by the reception, communal area and busy road. Glass missing from windows too so the noise levels were very high. Also the long term guests or staff of a full family of 7 to 8 were in the communal area from breakfast to 10pm at night shouting and playing games. No hostel atmosphere and very noisy un-inviting for guests. Would not recommend for solo travelers.

8.0

Oct 2022

I would surely be again a guest of the sympathetic In The Wind Hostel when coming back to Costa Rica

The night was confortable as well as the uncomplicated check in. For all sorts of questions about San Jose and travaling around Central America we could talk to the very friendly English speaking host of the In The Wind Hostel and also to other travalers and guests in the lovely atrium garden while enjoying the amazing pancake breakfast. In all it´s an ideal and safe place to start your jurny in San Jose or even in Costa Rica, if your not looking for some luxary hotel.

If your arriving late, you´ll have probably a problem with the at 10 pm closing check in. The rooms have no aircondition. The hostel area in San Jose looks a little rough if your are nwe in Costa Rica but it´s safe. Nonetheless travaling with a car could make you norvous when your looking for a closed parkingarea.

8.0

Oct 2022

Very good

Very clean hostel. Very cool and lots of artwork. It's very conveniently located right next to the mall. It's very close to the center of town and the airport as well. It offers nice private rooms at a much better price than other hotels in the area and you get the same things with/for it. But also they offer coffee and breakfast which is just an added bonus. I've always enjoyed my stays here and will always come back. Also for a Costa Rican hostel, the common areas are quite large there's plenty of room for whatever. Sometimes they are too small but this one is big.

Can't really think of anything. Off the top of my head.

4.0

Oct 2022

Disappointing

The location was nice. Quiet.

Everyday was the same breakfast- pancake. The owner was rude because we arrived before the check in time. Pillows smelled dirty- as they hadn't been washed. There were hours at which we couldn't use the kitchen

10.0

Sep 2022

Great place to stay in San Jose!

The perfect place to stay in San Jose! Absolutely amazing pancake breakfast and delicious coffee, great kitchen to use, very central location. The rooms are super comfortable, would absolutely recommend!

8.0

Sep 2022

Very good

Price was right. Great breakfast.

Like stepping back into the 80's but with WiFi.

9.0

Aug 2022

Nice hostel run with lots of love and care

Nice area, friendly host, great breakfast and very clean. We also appreciated the free parking just outside our room on the street.

The only reason why we gave a 9 out of 10 is the tiny room. We had exceptional big luggage and it was fine for a couple of nights, but even with two bags each we would have felt a bit crammed. At least there are sitting areas outside the room.

10.0

Aug 2022

Exceptional

good location, felt very safe

9.0

Jul 2022

Superb

Very clean and very convenient for a first stop over straight off the plane. Marc helped arrange a taxi to pick me up and the single room is great value for money if, like me, you need some decent sleep after 24hrs of traveling!

Can't think of anything! I couldn't get the lock on my room to properly lock but I felt very safe and was too tired to battle with it. That's the only thing I can think of.

2.0

Jul 2022

The standard of the rooms is quite low, breakfast really unhealthy and the owner was very moody

- clean kitchen

- the breakfast is extremely unhealthy. A pancake with a syrup every day, no other options. - some rooms were so dark, it was impossible to read and no lamps so I had to use my phone’s lamp to read something

10.0

Jun 2022

Exceptional

pancake breakfast 🥞👌 good host. nice placement. good bed.

8.0

Jun 2022

Very good

Pancakes for breakfast, the kitchen was always spotless, everything in general was very clean. The staff was also very helpful and kind. Really good vibes here, it was hard to leave.

The mattresses are uncomfortable. If you have back issues, just be aware. You can feel the steel frame.

10.0

May 2022

We stayed here our last night to go to the airport the next morning, it was perfect. Our room was quiet and comfortable,

Appreciated the cleanliness, quietness and the huge well made pancake for breakfast made by a very nice cook.

We didn’t stay long enough to noticed any dislikes.

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in San Jose?

The average price for a rental in San Jose is $60 per night. This rental is $30 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony / patio.

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In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of San Jose

Nearby attractions

In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse

Hostel in San Jose

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of San Jose

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in San Jose?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse pet friendly?

What amenities are available at In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse?

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