Global House Costa Rica Backpackers

Hostel in Alajuela with free breakfast

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Basic House | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Located in Carmen, Global House Costa Rica Backpackers offers a warm welcome with local breakfast and free WiFi. Guests can connect to the world from the comfort of their room.

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Carmen, a neighborhood in Alajuela, Global House Costa Rica Backpackers is near the airport. Cariari Golf Course and Cariari Bowling Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Central Market Alajuela. Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center and Ojo de Agua Spa Park are also worth visiting.

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Av. 7, Alajuela, Provincia de Alajuela

What's nearby

Alajuela Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Juan Santamaría Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
City Mall - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Parque Viva - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles
Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center - 13 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

San Antonio de Belen Station - 20 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cevichera Junior - ‬4 min walk
‪Bar El Resbalón - ‬2 min walk
‪Soda Maria Jose - ‬2 min walk
‪La Casa del Pollo Papi - ‬4 min walk
‪Rest. Mey Wah - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Global House Costa Rica Backpackers

Hostel located in Carmen

Global House Costa Rica Backpackers provides free breakfast (local cuisine) and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Room features

All guestrooms at Global House Costa Rica Backpackers offer amenities such as free WiFi.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Onsite parking available only on request
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Shower/bathtub combination

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Up to 15 lbs per pet

Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

This property accepts cash

Property Registration Number 3101790500

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Global House CR Backpackers

Global House Costa Rica Backpackers Alajuela

Frequently asked questions

Is Global House Costa Rica Backpackers pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 15 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Global House Costa Rica Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Global House Costa Rica Backpackers?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Global House Costa Rica Backpackers located?

Located in Carmen, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Central Market Alajuela, Central Park, and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum. Alajuela Cathedral and Juan Santamaría Park are also within 10 minutes.