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Selina San Jose

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Hotel Highlights

Welcome to Selina San Jose! Our 3-star hotel located on Avenida 9, Calles 13 y 15, in the vibrant city of San José, Costa Rica. Just a short 0.8mi distance from the city center, you'll be in the heart of all the action. With 1798 reviews and a starting price of $31, we guarantee you a fantastic stay without breaking the bank.

Bed in Selina San Jose
Bed in Selina San Jose

Rooms

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2 Twin Beds

1 Bunk Bed

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160 sqft

Family, 2 Twin And Queen

Private Bathroom

Air conditioning

Free toiletries

This family room features a private bathroom and air conditioning. The unit offers 3 beds.

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1 Queen Size Bed

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170 sqft

Private, Queen Size, Private Bathroom

Private Bathroom

Standard (Queen) Room, Private Bathroom is 172 square feet and includes a queen-size bed 150-154 width.

Deluxe Queen Room in Selina San Jose

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1 Double Bed

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345 sqft

Deluxe, Queen Size

Private Bathroom

Free toiletries

A seating area with a TV, a desk and a private bathroom are provided in this spacious double room. The unit offers 1 bed.

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At Selina San Jose, we offer a range of amenities to ensure your comfort. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, included with your stay, before heading out to explore the city. Our hotel features free WiFi, air conditioning, and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience. Unwind in our beautiful terrace and garden, or grab a drink at the bar. For those looking to stay active, we offer aerobics and yoga classes, as well as a pool table and bike tours.

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Experience the Best

With a shared kitchen and restaurant on-site, you can satisfy your hunger any time of day. Our hotel is pet-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friend along for the adventure. Whether you're looking for evening entertainment with live music and stand-up comedy, or a quiet evening in with our free movie nights, Selina San Jose has something for everyone. Join us for an unforgettable experience in Costa Rica!

Bed in Selina San Jose
Bed in Selina San Jose

Plan Your Stay

Indulge in a culinary adventure right at your fingertips with our on-site restaurant at Selina San Jose. Our talented chefs craft delicious meals using the freshest local ingredients, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Whether you're craving traditional Costa Rican cuisine or international favorites, our restaurant has something to satisfy every palate. Don't forget to try our signature cocktails and refreshing beverages while you enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

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Amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom in Selina San Jose
Bathroom in Selina San Jose

Restaurant

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Restaurant/places to eat in Selina San Jose
TV and multimedia in Selina San Jose
We really enjoyed our stay at Selina! We had been looking to stay at a Selina Hostel since we arrived in South America as they seem to be everywhere & always look great, but they were either too expensive or they had no availability. Our luck came in when we got to San Jose Costa Rica - a small private room within our budget. The room was described as being the size of a train compartment and it was spot on however it was perfect for our two nights, comfiest bed ever! We had two bathrooms close by that no one else seemed to be using, so that was a bonus. Loved that we got towels, toiletries included in the bathrooms and the general decor throughout the hostel was very cool. A well equipped kitchen with lots of space. The atmosphere was friendly and buzzing. The location was brilliant, walkable to everywhere and with some good bars/cafes on the doorstep. Selina Hostels seem to have mastered what travellers want and need. They have more of a hotel feel than a hostel feel. (Although sometimes the prices are more reflective of a hotel which is a shame!) We will definitely aim to stay at another Selina during our travels if possible. I would love it if the hostel chain made it across to Europe!!!

Sally

The hostel is clean and trendy. I ended up staying in a 6 BR dorm but there were only one other person. The dorm was clean and on the second floor, which means lugging your stuff, but you can ask the staff for help. The bathroom for the 6 people dorm was very small and did not had hot water in the sink, so I mostly used the bathroom by the Salon in the morning. You take your own towel. The kitchen has few utensils. The restaurant staff gave me a bit of milk to make the tea. There is a small library and also another gathering place on the third floor (which was basically empty as it was cold when I was there). The co-working place is across the street and internet works great there. The location of the hostel is great. They have a storage area to hold your luggage. Overall, a bit pricey but nice place to stay.

Sanfl

Right on the beach, easy to meet other backpackers, kitchen to use, amazing sunsets. great cinema room. This is definitely one of the better selinas. The bathrooms are basic but at least clean. I did 1 night in the little cylinder rooms which was a cool experience. But its shared bathrooms. Not sure why people hate on Jaco so much. If you need a close beach destination to San Jose its fine (bus took 3-3.5hrs - San jose is a traffic nightmare), walkable, I felt safe as a solo female since its quite a busy main road with many tourists. The beach has lots of waves so good for surf. I went during the week and there were 2-3 bars to go to at night on the main strip, nothing crazy but fun chill vibe with djs.

Monica

Superb hostel with a superb activities/programming director and host Valen!! Superb staff from reception, yoga instructor, masseuse Oscar (massage by Oscar a must!), restaurant staff, to the facilities maintenance staff! The food, atmosphere, activities, comfy beds, and plush linen are super phenomenal! Large community kitchen, safe and convenient location about 10-minute Uber ride to/from the airport and central market. Walkable to nearby museums and other shops!! What stood out for me was that I am a middle-aged traveler and activities were all-inclusive for myself and other seasoned travelers! RESERVE NOW!!!

C

Selina SJ is a great hub for exploring the city. Selina is situated in a quiet area, 10-15 minute walk from downtown, Barrio Escalante around the corner. Staff and visitors are great company. Selina offers free yoga, entertainment but also some quiet spots like the upstairs terrace. The kitchen is well equipped. Overall the dorms and facilities are clean. If you're just in CR from an exhausting flight, then Selina offers you the right place to feel welcome and get grounded!

Esther

We really enjoyed our stay at Selina! We had been looking to stay at a Selina Hostel since we arrived in South America as they seem to be everywhere & always look great, but they were either too expensive or they had no availability. Our luck came in when we got to San Jose Costa Rica - a small private room within our budget. The room was described as being the size of a train compartment and it was spot on however it was perfect for our two nights, comfiest bed ever! We had two bathrooms close by that no one else seemed to be using, so that was a bonus. Loved that we got towels, toiletries included in the bathrooms and the general decor throughout the hostel was very cool. A well equipped kitchen with lots of space. The atmosphere was friendly and buzzing. The location was brilliant, walkable to everywhere and with some good bars/cafes on the doorstep. Selina Hostels seem to have mastered what travellers want and need. They have more of a hotel feel than a hostel feel. (Although sometimes the prices are more reflective of a hotel which is a shame!) We will definitely aim to stay at another Selina during our travels if possible. I would love it if the hostel chain made it across to Europe!!!

Sally

The hostel is clean and trendy. I ended up staying in a 6 BR dorm but there were only one other person. The dorm was clean and on the second floor, which means lugging your stuff, but you can ask the staff for help. The bathroom for the 6 people dorm was very small and did not had hot water in the sink, so I mostly used the bathroom by the Salon in the morning. You take your own towel. The kitchen has few utensils. The restaurant staff gave me a bit of milk to make the tea. There is a small library and also another gathering place on the third floor (which was basically empty as it was cold when I was there). The co-working place is across the street and internet works great there. The location of the hostel is great. They have a storage area to hold your luggage. Overall, a bit pricey but nice place to stay.

Sanfl

Right on the beach, easy to meet other backpackers, kitchen to use, amazing sunsets. great cinema room. This is definitely one of the better selinas. The bathrooms are basic but at least clean. I did 1 night in the little cylinder rooms which was a cool experience. But its shared bathrooms. Not sure why people hate on Jaco so much. If you need a close beach destination to San Jose its fine (bus took 3-3.5hrs - San jose is a traffic nightmare), walkable, I felt safe as a solo female since its quite a busy main road with many tourists. The beach has lots of waves so good for surf. I went during the week and there were 2-3 bars to go to at night on the main strip, nothing crazy but fun chill vibe with djs.

Monica

Superb hostel with a superb activities/programming director and host Valen!! Superb staff from reception, yoga instructor, masseuse Oscar (massage by Oscar a must!), restaurant staff, to the facilities maintenance staff! The food, atmosphere, activities, comfy beds, and plush linen are super phenomenal! Large community kitchen, safe and convenient location about 10-minute Uber ride to/from the airport and central market. Walkable to nearby museums and other shops!! What stood out for me was that I am a middle-aged traveler and activities were all-inclusive for myself and other seasoned travelers! RESERVE NOW!!!

C

Selina SJ is a great hub for exploring the city. Selina is situated in a quiet area, 10-15 minute walk from downtown, Barrio Escalante around the corner. Staff and visitors are great company. Selina offers free yoga, entertainment but also some quiet spots like the upstairs terrace. The kitchen is well equipped. Overall the dorms and facilities are clean. If you're just in CR from an exhausting flight, then Selina offers you the right place to feel welcome and get grounded!

Esther

We really enjoyed our stay at Selina! We had been looking to stay at a Selina Hostel since we arrived in South America as they seem to be everywhere & always look great, but they were either too expensive or they had no availability. Our luck came in when we got to San Jose Costa Rica - a small private room within our budget. The room was described as being the size of a train compartment and it was spot on however it was perfect for our two nights, comfiest bed ever! We had two bathrooms close by that no one else seemed to be using, so that was a bonus. Loved that we got towels, toiletries included in the bathrooms and the general decor throughout the hostel was very cool. A well equipped kitchen with lots of space. The atmosphere was friendly and buzzing. The location was brilliant, walkable to everywhere and with some good bars/cafes on the doorstep. Selina Hostels seem to have mastered what travellers want and need. They have more of a hotel feel than a hostel feel. (Although sometimes the prices are more reflective of a hotel which is a shame!) We will definitely aim to stay at another Selina during our travels if possible. I would love it if the hostel chain made it across to Europe!!!

Sally

The hostel is clean and trendy. I ended up staying in a 6 BR dorm but there were only one other person. The dorm was clean and on the second floor, which means lugging your stuff, but you can ask the staff for help. The bathroom for the 6 people dorm was very small and did not had hot water in the sink, so I mostly used the bathroom by the Salon in the morning. You take your own towel. The kitchen has few utensils. The restaurant staff gave me a bit of milk to make the tea. There is a small library and also another gathering place on the third floor (which was basically empty as it was cold when I was there). The co-working place is across the street and internet works great there. The location of the hostel is great. They have a storage area to hold your luggage. Overall, a bit pricey but nice place to stay.

Sanfl

Right on the beach, easy to meet other backpackers, kitchen to use, amazing sunsets. great cinema room. This is definitely one of the better selinas. The bathrooms are basic but at least clean. I did 1 night in the little cylinder rooms which was a cool experience. But its shared bathrooms. Not sure why people hate on Jaco so much. If you need a close beach destination to San Jose its fine (bus took 3-3.5hrs - San jose is a traffic nightmare), walkable, I felt safe as a solo female since its quite a busy main road with many tourists. The beach has lots of waves so good for surf. I went during the week and there were 2-3 bars to go to at night on the main strip, nothing crazy but fun chill vibe with djs.

Monica

Superb hostel with a superb activities/programming director and host Valen!! Superb staff from reception, yoga instructor, masseuse Oscar (massage by Oscar a must!), restaurant staff, to the facilities maintenance staff! The food, atmosphere, activities, comfy beds, and plush linen are super phenomenal! Large community kitchen, safe and convenient location about 10-minute Uber ride to/from the airport and central market. Walkable to nearby museums and other shops!! What stood out for me was that I am a middle-aged traveler and activities were all-inclusive for myself and other seasoned travelers! RESERVE NOW!!!

C

Selina SJ is a great hub for exploring the city. Selina is situated in a quiet area, 10-15 minute walk from downtown, Barrio Escalante around the corner. Staff and visitors are great company. Selina offers free yoga, entertainment but also some quiet spots like the upstairs terrace. The kitchen is well equipped. Overall the dorms and facilities are clean. If you're just in CR from an exhausting flight, then Selina offers you the right place to feel welcome and get grounded!

Esther

Location

Avenida 9, Calles 13 Y 15, San Jose, 10101, Costa Rica

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