The story of Costa Rica Backpackers

It all started in Cairns, Australia. Vincent was working as a receptionist  at the Parkview Backpackers back in 1995 and decided he wanted the owners job! He loved the atmosphere of the place, and realised how much he would enjoy the same way of life. Few months later he stopped over in Costa Rica on his way to Peru, and realised he may just have found the spot he was looking for… Back in Paris he spent the next three years saving every penny in order to head to Costa Rica and take a chance on opening the first backpackers hostel in Costa Rica.

He arrived in Costa Rica in 2000 and spent time getting to know the country and the language, before eventually finding the right property after 10 months of exploration in San Jose and opening the first backpackers in the country, on October 21st 2001. He only had enough money to keep the place running for a few months, so was delighted when the place became an immediate success! The backpackers phenomenon quickly spread all over Costa Rica, with locals and foreigners alike opening up new places. Vincent is pleased that is venture worked, and love to see how the standard of accommodation for the budget traveler has improved all over the country. He has enjoyed getting to know Costa Rica and its people, and the many travelers who pass through their door… From Cairns Australia to San Jose Costa Rica the dream came true !