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Hostel La Choza Inn

2.0 star property

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Garden
Standard Double Room | Garden view
Point of interest
Garden
Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Avenue 331, 300 mts West from the post office, La Fortuna, Alajuela
  • Place, La Fortuna Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

La Fortuna

At Hostel La Choza Inn you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Baldi Hot Springs and 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from Paradise Hot Springs. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and plasma TVs. .This business-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this La Fortuna hostel include Los Lagos Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall.
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What's nearby

  • La Fortuna Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • El Salto Fortuna River - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 157 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tayakiry Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Fortuneño - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mexikah Taqueria - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hostel La Choza Inn

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hostel La Choza Inn. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this La Fortuna hostel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1991
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Hostel La Choza Inn offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1991
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 30 April 2026 to 31 December 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 8)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hostel La Choza Inn
Hostel La Choza Inn Fortuna
La Choza Fortuna
Hostel Choza Inn La Fortuna
Hostel Choza Inn
Choza La Fortuna
Hostel La Choza Inn La Fortuna
Hostel La Choza Inn Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel La Choza Inn Hostel/Backpacker accommodation La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostel La Choza Inn?

Hostel La Choza Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hostel La Choza Inn?

Yep, Hostel La Choza Inn has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Does Hostel La Choza Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostel La Choza Inn?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostel La Choza Inn?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hostel La Choza Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hostel La Choza Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 231 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, cheap, serves the purpose
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great about this hotel. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Hendrika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to down town. Parking on the street. Pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I totally love this place. I had a private room with bathroom, and it contained everything I needed - safe, fridge, desk, and a really comfy bed. Breakfast was great, staff were amazing, friendly, helpful and fun. I found that it's the sort of place where you can be really sociable if you want that, but also just sit quietly and be alone. There are hundreds of places to stay in La Fortuna, but when I return next year, I'll be booking La Choza again. The value for money is fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tico breakfast the same for everyone. Sit together with other guests - make new friends. Staff helpful with tours and dining ideas. Rooms cleaned if wanted. Convenient to town square but not on a main street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sankara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Satisfying experience overall, water supply to the room was on and off.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myung wha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location Perfect breakfast Amazing price
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan-Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good room with balcony. Simple good breakfast. Coffee or hot water for coffee all day. We were satisfied, even though it rained most of the time. The taps in the shower were a mystery! JE/Budgetres.se
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

naling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, right in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Emy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and guided us through our stay. Breakfast was great and the place is super quiet and easily accessible!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful. The staff were amazing, the food was great, & the front desk guy was super helpful and patient with all of our questions and with recommendations. There is A LOT to do in this area. I would highly recommend staying here :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nandini

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The thing about this place - very very basic and even below that if don’t mind ! Decent breakfast and very nice ladies helping there. Big advantage is the location and proximity to restaurants and restaurants and everything close by! Other than that do not except anything form the rooms- oh yes and there is housekeeping everyday so that’s nice! I mean I just wish the rooms smelled better and the bathroom showers works ! We checked out early because of this! I will not stay here again! It’s perhaps for the solo traveler or college kids ! Not likely for families !
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for those without a car. Very good breakfast and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel with great value and well located in La Fortuna. Staff is very friendly as well
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great at helping us organise plans and very amenable with allowing us to have early breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Good typical costa rican breakfast. Friendly staff and simple good room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family adventure.

Great spot for families looking for a budget friendly but really clean and comfortable option.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ailing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free on site parking, walkable to grocery store and restaurant. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mahmut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Good location, friendly staff, free tasty breakfeast and coffee. They offer a free shutle to the free hot spring/lake. You can use the kitchen to make dinner. They offer transportation from SJO. The bad aspect is that you can hear every noice, the bed was hard and we could feel the springs, and the interior is old.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was great, rooms clean, great breakfast, noisy guests and noisy nearby disco
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hostel, staff very friendly and helpful. Good breakfast. Our had a small refrigerator and TV with lots of channels. Bed very comfortable, good shower
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Soudabeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place with easy access to Santa Elena

Nice place with all equipment you may need in the kitchen. Friendly staff and close to the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the vibe of the place, the rooms are spacious, clean with nice view of the Volcan Arenal. The breakfast was amazing, home cooked Costa Rican breakfast. Location was very central to La Fortuna town, and overall great value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value in walking distance of Bogarin sloth trail. Plenty of bars & restaurants nearby too. Staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely freshly prepared breakfast. Good sized rooms & cold showers are very refreshing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025