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Socialtel San Jose

Hostel in San José with rooftop terrace and spa services

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Ave. 9, Calles 13 y 15, Barrio Otoya, El Carmen, San José, 10101
  • Morazan Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Central Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

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  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Twin Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Small Room Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

San José

Located in Carmen, a neighbourhood in San José, Socialtel San Jose is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Shoppers can check out Multiplaza Mall Escazu, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sabana Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park. Simon Bolivar Zoo and Children's Museum are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Morazan Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Theater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Central Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sabana Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 7 min walk
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Mundo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Almendras - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sportsmens Lodge Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Miel Garage - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Social - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Socialtel San Jose

Hostel in San José with rooftop terrace and spa services
This smoke-free hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, spa services and a business centre.
Socialtel San Jose offers 46 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.

Languages

English, Spanish
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Amenities

Spa
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Parking available
Business services

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11 AM
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 12 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Socialtel San Jose pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Socialtel San Jose?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Socialtel San Jose?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Socialtel San Jose?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Socialtel San Jose provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 30 per person applies.

Where is Socialtel San Jose located?

Located in Carmen, this hostel is steps away from Casa Amarilla, National Center of Art and Culture and Museum of Contemporary Art and Design. Parque Espana and Simon Bolivar Zoo are also within 5 minutes. San Jose Atlantic Station is 7 minutes by foot and San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 9 minutes.

Socialtel San Jose Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 183 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Asif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
liked the energy and vibe of the common areas, the staff was very helpful, hanging out in the cafeteria, ordering food, and planning activities on the good wifi, was so relaxing and enjoyable. the room i stayed in was very quiet and clean and had a character unlike the hotel chain rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
IT WAS VERY CENTRAL TO MY NEEDS
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt like the Selina was in a safer part of town, with a couple cafes near by but a good walk to any kind of supermarket. Facilities were great, food and drinks were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Pretty atmosphere

As always Selina Hostel has great og beautiful decor, that gives a really nice vibe in the common areas. We stayed in a dobble room which was nice and very basic with a good bed and a good shower. We had a nice breakfast included. We thought we ordered food on our late arrival. Due to misunderstanding they did not get the order, the kitchen closed and my husband went to bed hungry - but survived :-)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay in San Jose -- safe, centrally located, lots of amenities, and an easy walk from things like San Jose Central Market, as well as incredible restaurants like Restaurant Silvestre.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great experience overall
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julien

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

Very nice stay!

It was a pleasant stay ! The room was comfortable amd the wifi very good. Not far to the main street of San Jose! However the restaurant was quite expensive actually… Better to get your breakfast outside…
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere is great at Selina, relaxed friendly with great service. It can be a bit noisy during the night
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It's a good place to stay, and I would stay again. I only wish there was a better cooling system in the room other than a fan bolted to the wall, and cost 20$ to have a load of laundry washed and dried. But good restaurant/bar, common areas, services and location.

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Selina is always my go to choice when travelling for its safety, it’s people and it’s events. There is always something going on and the people are friendly. The room I got was private didn’t really need too should of booked a dorm as they are really big and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First experience of a Selina hostel. Wonderful place to be alone or in group, working and/or traveling. Restaurant items were healthy & delicious. Our private room was adjacent to the community kitchen, so it was a bit noisy in the mornings…no sleeping in for us old folks, ha!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Ricky

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
So if your in your twenties and like noise and don’t care you spent over a $100 for a private room that you cannot walk around the bed, no tv, no AC, dirty shared bathroom, one towel for 2 people, this is the place for you. The staff was nice and food was good enough, but we will not stay here again for the high price alone.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Felipe

No refrigerator No tv No large windows
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
I was roomed with a male which I found to be very disturbing. I was comfortable at all to sleep, didn’t want to cause any confusion but that was unacceptable. Little bugs was all in my clothes and on the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff at SELINA SAN JOSE including Carrey Sofia Steven Celeste Mairon Sergio and Andre go out of their way to make your stay memorable. I checked out Ap29/2023 and found it so hard to say goodbye to everybody since we have developed deep friendships. I go to Selina SJ every few months for Proceedures and I have friends here who I have such fond memories with. One time I left without saying goodbye since it was too heartbreaking saying goodbye. I see many guests and staff returning here month after month
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Camilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Initial room had no windows and ventilation was inadequate and so the room was extremely hot. Asked to be relocated and the new room was a complete mess and reaked of body odor when I walked in. Feel the property should manage that better. No large lockers for personal items which made it very inconvenient. Breakfast and was excellent

10/10 Excellent

Mirja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant place to stay with a nice vibe. The communal areas are designed with love, the main area is beautiful with lots of space to sit and lounge. The bar and restaurant are excellent. Staff is super friendly and helpful. There’s a little shop stocked with necessities one may have forgotten to pack. Everything is clean. The ratio of bathrooms to guest could be slightly more but encountered no problems. The individual digital door locks can be a wee bit finicky but make u feel safe. The lockers in the room are not big enough for your bed, only valuables. But no worries they provided a locked room to put bigger things.You hear a little traffic from the street in the rooms but overall you will have a quiet and peaceful sleep. Inner city is in 5-10 minutes walking distance, supermarket close by.

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Selina San Jose is the best and made my 4week trip fantastic. Guests and staff so kind and caring. Robert & Mike from LA met me there and since Mike’s left leg was broken they pulled strings to get him a room pronto. I had eye surgery and couldn’t see for a few days, so some guided me and cooked me dinner!’ Two Sofis were so much fun and were full of energy promoting their free Salsa great yoga and Guocamole classes. Selina staff recomended UBER to get cheaply to TRACOPA BIBLICA and TUASA. They recomended Manuel Antonio beach as a two day trip while they stored my small old bag safely. I developed some warm associations at Selina San Jose and look forward to. going back. Ava -den mother Steven- yoga Julio from Columbia two Sofis and front reception staff and tireless cleaning staff will be remembered with fondness. I couldn’t even say good bye when I left on the 19 Aug because I was heartbroken to leave my ‘travel home’
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andréa

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Pulseándola estilo perezoso

I stayed at Selina/Socialtel San Jose for about a week until the 28th of January 2025 and my Spirit Animal for the stay was a Sloth because I did mostly nothing in the morning, then took a rest in the afternoon. One might not think this a feasible feat in a city such as San Jose. But, I accepted the challenge and made good on it. Mae, aquí pulseándola! I've stayed here at this property many times since my first time in 2019 or 2020. And, the staff has always been welcoming. It was fun to hang out at the restaurant/bar and partake in the activities in the evenings after an arduous day of doing nothing: "Dolce far niente" style. Pura Vida!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Karen Sujey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Selina es un ambiente juvenil y Extrangero. Un lugar amable, tranquilo y feliz, apto para toda la familia.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Espacio tranquilo, las areas comunes y restaurante, tiene una iluminación natural muy favorecedora.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024