Hostal Costa Rica
San José · Andalusia

Hostal Costa Rica

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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8.4 Score
477 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area San José
Nearby Playa de San José · 100 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00

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Hostal Costa Rica

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
★ 8.4 · Very good · 477 reviews

Plan your stay at Hostal Costa Rica

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.

Room types

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.

Superior Room - 1 Large Bed — Hostal Costa Rica
Superior Room - 1 Large Bed
10 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Bath
  • Fridge

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.

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Superior Double Room - 2 Beds — Hostal Costa Rica
Superior Double Room - 2 Beds
10 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath

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.

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Standard Room - 1 Large Bed — Hostal Costa Rica
Standard Room - 1 Large Bed
10 m²

  • 1 Double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Fridge
  • Air conditioning

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.

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Standard Double Room - 2 Beds — Hostal Costa Rica
Standard Double Room - 2 Beds
10 m²

  • 2 Single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe

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.

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Superior Single Room — Hostal Costa Rica
Superior Single Room
9 m²

  • 1 Single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning

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.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • you want to stay in the centre of San José, near shops and restaurants
  • you’d prefer to be 100 m from Playa de San José
  • you’re travelling without children: the guest house is for adults only
  • free Wi-Fi in the shared areas is enough for you
  • you’re looking for a room with a private bathroom, air conditioning and a fridge

Maybe not, if...

  • you’re travelling with children: the accommodation is for adults only
  • you need on-site parking: there’s no parking
  • you need free Wi-Fi in your room; the service is available in the shared areas
  • you need to check in after 20:00

Hotel facilities & services

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.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tourist information
  • Luggage storage
  • Adults only

General facilities

  • Private check-in / check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tourist information
  • CCTV in communal areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Adults only
  • Air conditioning
  • No smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Internet

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bath
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe
  • Fridge
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

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.

Playa de San José — Beach near the village for swimming and walks along the coast. 100 m
Playa de los Genoveses — Beach in the natural park, surrounded by protected coastal scenery. 1,6 km
Park "La Molina" — Green space near the town centre for a walk. 560 m
Mirador del Sollarete — Elevated viewpoint overlooking the surroundings of San José. 910 m
Cala Higuera — Nearby coastal cove for exploring the park’s shoreline. 1,4 km
Duna Fósil de los Genoveses — Fossil formation beside one of the park’s coastal landscapes. 2,5 km

What guests say about Hostal Costa Rica

8.4
Very good · 477 reviews
Staff
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
8.1
Value for money
8.3
Free Wi-Fi
8.1

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.

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