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Gaudys Hotel

2.0 star property

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A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a large TV, and a painting on the wall.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, two beds, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$87
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug

Explore the area

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Calles 36 y 38, San José, San José, 10101
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Costa Rican Art
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A small, simple room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a window.

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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

View all photos for Basic Triple Room

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, two beds, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Basic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory

A bunk bed with a green metal frame, a small trash bin, and a checkered blanket on the lower bed.

Basic Shared Dormitory

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

A bathroom with a toilet and a sink, tiled in blue and white.

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Quadruple Room

A bedroom with a bed, two windows with curtains, a small bedside table, and a radiator.

Basic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room

A bathroom with a toilet and a sink, tiled in blue and white.

Family Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

San José

Gaudys Hotel puts you in the heart of San José, within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. Highlights at this hostel include free breakfast (local cuisine). .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free extended parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this Merced hostel, you'll find Multiplaza Mall Escazu.
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What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Central Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mercado Central - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Contraloria Station - 17 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway Paseo Colon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dragón de la Sabana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪London Room - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Gaudys Hotel

Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Gaudys Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San José hostel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
Gaudys Hotel offers 15 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and portable fans. This San José hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and sports massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage and a carport

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (90 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 25 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 25 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 10 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 3101322740

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hostel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Gaudys Hotel San José
Gaudys Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Gaudys Hotel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San José

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Gaudys Hotel?

Yep, Gaudys Hotel has free extended parking. Additionally there is secured covered valet parking for USD 10 per night.

How much does it cost to stay at Gaudys Hotel?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gaudys Hotel on 12 Aug 2026 start from NZ$87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Gaudys Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like prenatal massages.

Does Gaudys Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary local cuisine breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gaudys Hotel?

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 Gaudys Hotel?

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

Gaudys Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great host!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All crew were really friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ricardo Juan Blanco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area. Walk able to other places. Restaurants are close by.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service
No parking and not the best area. But the facility itself is secure. Please know, it’s a hostel, not a hotel. The staff was kind and the common areas were darling. The rooms were outdated and in some disrepair.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is pretty good for a short stay downtown San Jose. The downside is that it's a hostel, not a hotel. It's weird that they call it a hotel. And of course I had a private room with a private bathroom but this is definitely not a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pros: close to the Sabana park good kitchen rules about quiet hour free breakfast and free coffee the double room is spacious for one person Cons: A bit far from the historic center room not insulated, but traffic does die down during sleep hours bathroom not ventilated
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I never have stayed in a Hostel before. It turned out to be a good experience. The Staff were really great about everything I will definitely go back here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good stay. The only complaint is that the common kitchen is too small. There's only room for one person at a time, maybe 2 at most.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Brian Kurt

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gaudys is NOT a hotel, but a hostel. Hotel.com is wrong
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

$$ transports

25 US dollars for the transport from the airport to the hôtel is expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small noisy room

It's a place where I stayed overnight before going to the airport, but it can be seen as a hostel, not a hotel. The staff was kind, but the room was small and there is no table to put things on. The most serious thing was noise. I couldn't sleep because I could hear the sound of motorcycles, cars, and people screaming vividly through the windows that didn't close, as well as the sound of the next door, the next room, and the upstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastische host! Onze kat liep weg vlak voordat we naar Paraguay vlogen en ze deden werkelijk alles om hem te vinden... kamer was schoon en ruim en de gehele opzet was erg leuk gedaan. Wij boeken zeker deze hostel als we verblijven in San Jose. Dikke aanrader!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tudo limpo e organizado, café da manhã local feito na hora.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tudo limpo e organizado, café da manhã local feito na hora.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Manuel

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
La chambre ne Bénéficie pas de fenêtre sur l’extérieur. Chambre très grande mais nous avons eu une inondation dans la nuit. Ça nous a gaché le séjour de nous réveiller dans la nuit les pieds dans l’eau. De plus Nous avions demandé un petit déjeuner exceptionnellement à 7h, car tous les autres hotels font comme cela. Mais notre demande n’a pas été transmise. Nous Étions assez pressé ce matin-là. Dommage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SERGIO DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Personal amable, y el lugar muy tranquila
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ich habe eine Nacht in diesem Hostel verbracht und es war in Ordnung. Die Dusche mit der Toilette war sauber. Die Zimmer waren auch in Ordnung, allerdings gibt es keine Schränke oder einen Safe unterm Bett, wo man sein Gepäck verstauen kann. Allerdings bietet dieses Hostel eine Gepäckverwarung an und ist super. Das Frühstück ist typisch Costarikanisch. Das Personal war super super lieb. Das Zimmer konnte man außerdem von innen mit einem Riegel verschließen, aber nur wenn alle auf dem Zimmer sind ;)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the first time I ever stayed at a Hostel/Hotel. I was pleasantly surprised All the people that came through here were very Friendly including the staff. I will definitely come back here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arodis

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

Excelente servicio

La experiencia fue excelente, la atencion es excelente, al igual que el personal que lo atiende verdaderamente la pase muy agradable, me senti colo en casa
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Telvin

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dhiya

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CESAR

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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