Real reviews from real travelers
We had a great experience at the hostel. The atmosphere was quiet, the room was comfortable, and everything was extremely clean (including the shared kitchen). The space was beautiful and cozy, the breakfast was delicious, and the host, Ana, was very kind. On the day we had to leave before breakfast...
August 11, 2025
Best hostel in San Jose. Best hostel in Central America? Could this be the best place to stay in San Jose? The best place in Costa Rica? This hostel is SO comfortable - the beds have privacy curtains and are like sleeping on a cloud! The manager is delightful - so kind, calm and full of advice. The ...
June 8, 2025
The hostel was very nice. It was clean with nice common areas. The breakfast was good. The location worked out well for us. It has cool art. Clearly the owners care about this hostel and the people who stay there. We used the transport service from the airport. We had no problem connecting with Javi...
August 27, 2025
Amazing hostel! Anna was super helpful and nice. I really like the art which you can find everywhere. Otherwise I also really enjoyed the balcony:) Pura Vida!
July 26, 2025
Amazing peaceful little hostel. Walking to the city center is good, takes 30-45 minutes. Clean, nice beds in shared room.
February 15, 2025
Amazing hostel, I would have liked fans for the beds but other than that it's perfect. Quiet and clean, big lighted kitchen, area for working out including yoga mats rubber bands and weights. They also have laundry service and lent me a hair dryer when I needed.
September 21, 2025
Perfect hostel for a female traveller in my 40's. Nice and quiet, very clean, facilities great, no complaints at all. Highly recommend to stay here. Ana is really nice and friendly.
August 17, 2025
This was my first time coming to Costa Rica and it was awesome! I stayed at the Nativus Art Hostel in San José. I felt like it was a perfect place to find peace of mind. The hosts of the hostel are very sweet and accommodating. The breakfast service in the morning is calm and a great start to a new ...
August 5, 2025
Top hostel, delicious and healthy breakfast (with a great coffee). Very helpful owner. Comfortable bed and top location. The balcony offers a beautiful view. Everything fit, nothing to complain about. Value for money top.
April 22, 2025
Very nice hostel. We were very satisfied and spent two beautiful nights there. We received many useful tips at the reception. Thanks for the wonderful time. We will gladly come back next time.
April 28, 2024
I had a very good time at Nativus Art Hostel. Ana was very friendly, helpful and forthcoming, even when I broke the main gate key (by accident). The rooms are clean and proper and have their own TV with Netflix and Everything. I can't really understand the previous comment of Patrick Listman. The pr...
April 16, 2025
Anna was wonderful. She was very accommodating. Our flight was delayed twice and she allowed for a very late check in.
July 12, 2025