Guest house in San José, next to the beach and within Cabo de Gata Natural Park, with rooms featuring private bathrooms, air conditioning and a fridge.
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Hostal Costa Rica is a guest house in the centre of San José, 100 m from Playa de San José, within Cabo de Gata Natural Park. Its proximity to the coast and functional rooms make it suitable if you want to stay near the beach and get around the village on foot.
The five categories include single and double rooms, with a double bed or twin beds, a private bathroom, air conditioning, heating and a fridge. Free toiletries are provided, and the bathrooms have a bath or shower. The guest house offers free Wi-Fi in the shared areas and free luggage storage; it is for adults only and has no parking. In the centre of San José, you’ll find shops and restaurants, several of them within walking distance. Playa de los Genoveses is 1.6 km away, while Almería Airport is 23 km away and Almería can be reached in about 45 minutes by car.
Hostal Costa Rica has five categories for one or two people: a Superior Single Room and four double options, divided between double beds and twin beds. The rooms measure 9 or 10 m²; the Superior Single Room is 9 m² and the four double rooms are 10 m². You can choose a single bed, a double bed or twin beds, depending on the category.
All rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, heating, a fridge and a wardrobe. The bathrooms include free toiletries, towels and a bath or shower; bed linen and a socket near the bed are also provided. The rooms have tiled or marble floors. The double options accommodate up to two people and the single room accommodates one, so there’s an option whether you’re travelling alone or as two adults.
The Superior Room - 1 Large Bed offers 10 m² for two people and has a double bed. It features a private bathroom with a bath, air conditioning, heating and a fridge. It’s the superior double option with a shared bed, unlike the superior and standard categories configured with twin beds.
With 10 m² and capacity for two people, this superior category has two single beds. The private bathroom includes a bath, and the room also has air conditioning, heating and a fridge. It’s the superior option for those who prefer separate beds rather than a double bed.
This 10 m² Standard Room accommodates two people and has a double bed. It shares the same bed configuration as the superior option but belongs to the standard category. The private bathroom has a bath; air conditioning, heating and a fridge complete the listed facilities.
The standard option with twin beds offers 10 m² for up to two people. Unlike the Standard Room with a double bed, it lets you sleep in separate beds. It has a private bathroom with a bath, air conditioning, heating, a wardrobe and a fridge.
The Superior Single Room is the most compact category, with 9 m² and capacity for one person. It has a single bed and a private bathroom with a bath. Air conditioning, heating and a fridge complete this option for a solo stay.
The facilities bring together practical services for a stay focused on San José. The non-smoking rooms have air conditioning, heating and a private bathroom; some facilities are listed as adapted for guests with reduced mobility. Wi-Fi is free in the shared areas, while luggage storage lets you leave your bags in safe keeping.
The guest house offers tourist information and private check-in and check-out. Security measures include cameras in the communal areas, an alarm and key access. The bathrooms have a bath and free toiletries, and the rooms include a fridge. The accommodation is for adults only. There’s no on-site parking, so if you’re travelling by car, you’ll need to arrange parking elsewhere. Shops and restaurants in the centre of San José are nearby for meals or shopping.
Hostal Costa Rica is at Avenida San Jose, 38, in the centre of San José, within Cabo de Gata Natural Park. The village’s shops and restaurants are nearby, and Playa de San José is 100 m away. Playa de La Calilla is 610 m away; Fondeadero de San José, 510 m away, is next to the bay. La Molina and Günter Kunkel parks are 560 and 590 m away, respectively, offering green spaces near the town centre for a walk.
Almería Airport is 23 km away; the drive from Almería takes around 45 minutes. Playa de los Genoveses is 1.6 km away and Cala Higuera is 1.4 km away. You can also visit Cala de las Hermanicas, 3.2 km away, or Cala del Ave María, 1.6 km away. Mirador del Sollarete is 910 m away and Cerro de Enmedio is 840 m away, with viewpoints from which to explore the surrounding landscape.
In the warmer months, San José’s beaches and coves let you combine swimming with coastal walks. Playa de los Genoveses and Cala Higuera are some of the nearby options for exploring the coastline of the natural park. In spring and autumn, temperatures are usually more comfortable for walking in the surrounding area and visiting viewpoints. Duna Fósil de los Genoveses is 2.5 km away and Torre de Calahiguera is 2.1 km away; both add options combining coastal scenery and places of interest in the municipality.
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Guests particularly value the proximity to the coast and the centre of San José. Staff service, cleanliness and comfort receive strong ratings; free Wi-Fi in the shared areas is also useful. Beach access stands out among the highest-rated features.
The price of a night at Hostal Costa Rica varies depending on the season, room category and dates of your stay. Check the updated rate for your dates.
Hostal Costa Rica is at Avenida San Jose, 38 (Antigua Calle Correo), in San José. Almería Airport is 23 km away and the drive from Almería takes around 45 minutes. The property has no private parking, so if you arrive by car, you’ll need to find parking elsewhere. Check-in is from 14:00 to 20:00.
From Hostal Costa Rica, Playa de San José is 100 m away and Playa de los Genoveses is 1.6 km away. Playa de La Calilla is 610 m away and Cala Higuera is 1.4 km away. Park "La Molina" is 560 m away; Mirador del Sollarete is 910 m away. You can combine swimming, walks along the coast and views of the surroundings of San José.
Hostal Costa Rica is an adults-only accommodation, so it’s not an option for travelling with children. The rooms are set up for one or two people: the Superior Single Room accommodates one person and the double categories have a maximum capacity of two.
Hostal Costa Rica has a 9 m² Superior Single Room and four 10 m² double categories. You can choose a double bed or twin beds; all rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, heating and a fridge.
Wi-Fi at Hostal Costa Rica is free and available in the shared areas. The rooms have air conditioning, a fridge and a private bathroom; free wireless access is available in the guest house’s shared spaces.
Check-in at Hostal Costa Rica is from 14:00 to 20:00. Check-out is between 8:00 and 11:30, so you can leave the room before midday.