Tranquilo Backpackers

Looking for a nice hostel in down-town San Jose, Costa Rica? We have several different room options, including male, female and mixed dorms as well as single and double rooms for more privacy. All linens, including sheets, blankets and pillows provided.

Internet access and a free pancake breakfast is included, as well as coffee and tea all day. We also offer lockers in the shared dorms and luggage storage for your convenience. Our knowledgeable staff will be able you help you arrange tours, transportation and find hotels to help you get the most out of your stay in Costa Rica.

Meet people from around the world in our large reception area where we'd be happy to play your music. If you want to chill out and relax, you can kick back on our veranda or read a book in our different reading areas. We have a fully equipped book exchange. Hang out and watch cable TV in a comfortable TV area.


Have a real hot shower in our unique and artistic bathrooms. A fully equipped kitchen is available for you use so that you can cook your own meal. Don’t want to cook? - Our staff can recommend restaurants, bars and places to get a bite to eat near the hostel.

The hostel is inexpensive, clean and safe. It's central location makes Tranquilo the perfect place to stay while traveling through San José, with easy access to banks, buses and bars - all within walking distance. We have a fun and lively atmosphere, where you can play one of our guitars or enjoy our movie everyday at 8 pm.

Our staff is young, friendly, bilingual and 100% Costa Rican. They are at your service 24 hours a day and will be happy to help you find your way through San Jose and Costa Rica. Let us help plan your trip and provide you with some tips for traveling in this wonderful country.

Directions

From Parque Morazan, 250 meters north, yellow house to the right.

What to tell the taxi driver: 'Del Kiosco del Parque Morazan doscientos cincuenta (250) metros al norte, amarilla a mano derecha, calle siete (7) avenidas nueve y once(9 and 11),casa Tell them to put on the taximeter (maria) or you get riped off!!!
Sometimes cab drivers tell you that we are full or in a dangerous area to bring you to a more expensive hotel to get commission. Dont listen to them or take another one.

The taxi fare from the airport to our place is 18 US$. We offer a pick up service for the same price!!

Facilities

Breakfast Included, Restaurant, Internet Access, Airport Pick Up, Bicycle Hire, Wheelchair Friendly, Linen Included, Bar, Towels, Security Lockers, Luggage Storage, Guest Kitchen, Telephone/Fax Facilities, 24 hour reception, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, BBQ Area, Free Carpark, 24 Hour Check In, WiFi in lobby, Web access in lobby, WiFi in room