Hostel Shakti
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationAvenida 8, calle 13, San JoséShow on map
7.7 · Good315 reviews
- Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.0 out of 10, at Avenida 8, calle 13.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Central Location in San José, Costa Rica
Comfortable Rooms with Colorful Decor The rooms at Hostel Shakti offer a cozy stay with functional and colorful decor. Guests can enjoy amenities such as fans, cable TV in some units, and the option of private or shared bathrooms.
On-Site Restaurant and Shared Kitchen Guests can indulge in delicious meals at the hostel's restaurant or opt for a more interactive experience by using the shared kitchen facilities. For more dining options, San José Town Centre is just a stone's throw away.
Convenient Amenities and Services From a 24-hour front desk to currency exchange services, Hostel Shakti ensures a hassle-free stay. Additional perks include laundry services, a common lounge with a TV, and parking facilities. Explore the nearby Art Crafts Market just 200 meters away.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Laundry
Rooms
7.7
Good
Rated 7.7 out of 10 by 315 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service8.3
- Location8.0
- Rooms6.9
- Amenities7.3
- Value7.6
- Food & drink7.3
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat locationGood breakfastClean facilities
ReneAustraliaGood hostel
Clean location
Koraly66FrancePersonnel accueillant, chambre fonctionnelle avec accès à un salon pour se poser. Petit déjeuner et wifi. Bon emplacement.
Parking à proximité payant chaque jour/nuit. Prix un peu élevé pour la nuit.
Ana PaulaPortugalA evitar
Foi yudo muito mau.
Na descrição do quarto nunca foi referido que era um quarto interior sem janela. Cozinha suja, até tinha um par de tenis de molho! Bancos encardidos e os lençóis edravam rotos. O pequeno almoço foi…
UmbertoItalyabbastanza rumorosa sin qualche momento
MolinaCRUna experiencia inolvidable.
Es muy cómodo, la señora que nos atendió es un amor .
La verdad todo nos gustó ,es un ambiente familiar, la atención es super buena, una zona muy tranquila.
palomaSpainEl personal y la comodidad muy bien!
El personal y que te lleven al aeropuerto
Que hay zonas de la habitación que están abiertas solo lo tapa una cortina entonces se oye todo.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated July 2025.
Where you’ll be
Avenida 8, calle 13, San José
Guests rate the location 8.0 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 1:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hostel Shakti
What time is check-in and check-out at Hostel Shakti?
Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hostel Shakti allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Hostel Shakti?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Hostel Shakti?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Hostel Shakti have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Hostel Shakti?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Can I check in late at Hostel Shakti?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 1:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hostel Shakti?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hostel Shakti?
Avenida 8, calle 13, San José.
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