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Gay accommodation tips for San José
Written by
Marc Dedonder
Marc Dedonder
January 1, 2026
I recently traveled to San José and uncovered so many hidden sides of this place. Excited to share my experience with you!
Stats
San José gay bnbs in numbers
At misterb&b, we analyzed thousands of bookings made by our global LGBTQ+ community to uncover fresh travel trends. Here are the top neighborhoods and travel periods preferred by gay travelers in 2025, based on our exclusive internal data.
misterb&bâs top booking months for gay bnbs in San JosĂ©
| Month | Share of total |
|---|---|
| October | 30.00% |
| March | 20.00% |
| June | 20.00% |
Top 3 countries of origin for misterb&b travelers visiting San José
đșđžUnited States
60.00%
đŠđ·Argentina
10.00%
đČđœMexico
10.00%
Average length of stay in San JosĂ© gay bnbs â misterb&b insights
| Profile | Number of nights |
|---|---|
| Solo travelers | 5.17 nights |
| Gay couples | 3.5 nights |
| Groups of 3+ | No Data |
How far in advance do misterb&b travelers book their stays at gay Bnbs?
| Time before check-in | % of travelers |
|---|---|
| 0-14 days | 30.00% |
| 15 days to 1 month | 10.00% |
| 1 to 2 months | 40.00% |
| 2 months & more | 20.00% |
How many misterb&b travelers booked clothing optional stays in San José?
| Nature | % clothing optional |
|---|---|
| Private room | 30% |
| Shared space | 10% |
Average age of misterb&b hosts in San José
| Nature | Average age |
|---|---|
| Entire place | 48 |
| Private room | 41 |
| Shared space | 38 |
These statistics are based on over 50,000 bookings analyzed on misterb&b between January and December 2025. They reflect the real travel behaviors of our gay users across more than 150 countries. No other LGBTQ+ travel platform publishes this level of detailed data.
Hosted by GustavoLikes Psychology, Yoga & Meditation, Exhibitions & Museums
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Quiet & Relaxing (Private Apartment)
26 min · El 13 (Gay Bars & Clubs)1 Bedroom ⹠2 Beds ⹠1 Bathroom
Instant bookingBooked 73 times
4.96Â (48)
Quiet & Relaxing (Queen Bed) Room
26 min · El 13 (Gay Bars & Clubs)Clothing optional accepted ⹠LGBTQ+ venues nearby
Joano·5·Dec. 2025· "From the very first moment of the reservation, Gustavo was the most attentive and helpful person in the world! The reception was impeccable, unique details, the place feels like you're at home. Truly, it offers a human warmth and space that makes you want to come back! The location is ideal for getting to know the city, and the perfect stopover to access both coasts of the country."
Booked 3 times
4.33Â (3)
Apartment in San Jose's Historic Center
17 min · El 13 (Gay Bars & Clubs)Clothing optional accepted ⹠LGBTQ+ venues nearby
J-Luis·4·Aug. 2026· "I had a good stay with José Andrés during my last night in San José, Costa Rica. He was a welcoming, friendly, and attentive host who made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. The accommodation was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described, providing everything I needed for a relaxing stay. Communication was easy, and the check-in process was smooth. I truly appreciated his hospitality."
Booked 9 times
5Â (8)
URBN-21: Digital nomad apartment in gay friendly Barrio Escalante
22 min · El 13 (Gay Bars & Clubs)2 Bedrooms ⹠2 Beds ⹠1 Bathroom
Rob & Bob·5·Oct. 2025· "Our 2nd stay in 2 weeks and again the perfect place to start and end our Costa Rica trip. Easy and cheap to uber too from the airport too."
Hosted by RodrigoLikes Disco, Movies, Exhibitions & MuseumsHappy to share local tips
Happy to share local tips
Entire place ⹠San José
Booked 1 time
5Â (1)
Amazing City Views / Guest house in EscazĂș
2 Bedrooms âą 2 Beds âą 2 Bathrooms
Alexandre·5·Jan. 2024· "Just Amazing đ€©! Beautiful place, home and host. It was perfect. Thank you very much Rodrigo đ"
Hosted by ManoloLikes Environment, Movies, ClubbingHappy to share local tips
Happy to share local tips
Entire place ⹠San José
New
Verder Noir
26 min · El 13 (Gay Bars & Clubs)1 Bedroom ⹠2 Beds ⹠1 Bathroom
Hosted by JulianLikes Queer Pop Icons, Clubbing, BeachlifeHappy to share local tips
Happy to share local tips
Entire place ⹠San José
Secrt Sabana -Lux 2BR Great Views & Location
2 Bedrooms âą 2 Beds âą 1 Bathroom
Hosted by Guillermo y JoelLikes Camping, Sciences, Diva LegendsHappy to share local tips
Happy to share local tips
Shared space: living room ⹠San José
Booked 2 times
5Â (1)
Shared Space in a Safe and Friendly Environment (Sofa Bed)
Clothing optional accepted âą LGBTQ+ venues nearby
Patrick·5·Jun. 2025· "Guillermo and Joel are gracious hosts and made me feel welcome. Thanks again!"
Hosted by Team victorian hotelLikes New wave, Disco, Dance & ElectroHappy to share local tips
Happy to share local tips
Private room ⹠San José
Booked 1 time
5Â (1)
Cozi boutique hotel exclusive for LGBTIQ people
LGBTQ+ venues nearby âą Gym nearby
Dave & Pat·5·Aug. 2025· "I cannot say enough about this property... The owner and staff are so accommodating and friendly. The Victorian has been open about a year and is finding its way to the LGBTQ community. Its a welcoming, safe and secure environment. The rooms are pretty standard with everything you need. The 2 course cooked breakfast each morning will keep you going all day! They were helpful in securing a shuttle to the Cloud Forest. UBER is your best option from the airport. You can't go wrong."
Hosted by Sergio
Entire place ⹠San José
Booked 2 times
5Â (2)
New apartment with pool and spectacular city view
1 Bedroom âą 1 Bed âą 1 Bathroom
Don·5·Mar. 2023· "I had a great 4 night stay at Sergio's condo. The location is awesome. Easy walking distance to hundreds of restaurants and bars and a short Uber ride to the heart of the city. The apartment is clean and spacious and has a beautiful view of the city and mountains. The bed was comfortable and the water pressure was excellent.
Communication with Sergio was easy. He responded quickly and had great recommendations.
I would definitely stay here again."
Hosted by Guillermo y JoelLikes Opera & Ballet, Comics & Mangas, TheatreHappy to share local tips
Happy to share local tips
Private room ⹠San José
Private Room in a Safe and Friendly Environment
Clothing optional accepted âą LGBTQ+ venues nearby
Hosted by Elvis
Entire place ⹠San José
Safe and Comfy Apartment
29 min · XXX Adult World (Gay Saunas & Cruising)1 Bedroom ⹠1 Bed ⹠1 Bathroom