Hostels in SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA

City San Jose – The  Flamboyant Capital City

San Jose, located at the Central valley is the largest city and the capital of Costa Rica. A major political and economical hub, it is a popular tourist destination as well. Set amidst impressive mountains and natural spectacles, the city offers everything you could ask for. From decent hotels and accommodation options and tourist attractions that would keep you well engaged, San Jose would leave no reasons to complain.

History
Set up in 1738, San José is one of the youngest capital cities in Latin America though it was named much later. From being a quaint small time town it has evolved to be the economic hub and a destination to reckon with in all these years.

Popular Places
The many interesting attractions including theatres and museums in San Jose offer an interesting way to explore this city. Gold Museum has an unusual display of many gold artefacts and collections from the ancient Latin American civilizations. The Lankester Botanical gardens is another must see in this city. If sun and sand is what allures you then the Jaco beach near the city would be a perfect stopover. Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica, dating back to 1897 is an architectural marvel and is the right spot to keep yourselves updated with the latest shows and theatrical presentations. In case you are looking for an exciting shopping spree then do not look beyond the hot hub of shopping, Mercado central, comprising of many shops and restaurants.

Getting Around
Public transport buses that ply frequently connect the various parts of the city and are great options for budget travellers, the best guide is to have some change handy to pay for your travel. Car rental is an ideal option for those who are hard pressed for time as these would enable you to cover your itinerary in a shorter time. Domestic flights Sansa or Nature Air are also convenient options to explore San Jose.

Places of Entertainment   
San Jose like any other city in Costa Rica has a lively night life and has many bars, restaurants and night clubs. Casinos are also equally popular in this city where you can enjoy pool games, pot or card games and the excitement is no less than in Las Vegas as the locals throng these gaming spots at night to enliven the milieu. From Café Jazz to lounge bars and night clubs there is a range of options to make your pick from. Dance Clubs like Castro’s or Copacabana is a good bet to enjoy live bets of reggae or salsa, to enjoy your drinks and to have fun.

Accommodation Options
You can make your booking for a place to stay in a range of accommodation options including luxury hotels, youth hostels, budget hotels, guesthouse, bed & breakfast, motels, inns or cabins according to your needs.

Currency
The currency in San Jose is Costa Rican colon (CRC), which could be exchanged in banks or travel agencies, check the internet and news for the latest exchange rates. Most of the shops and hotels accept US dollars.

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