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Located just 5.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, BEE Suites San José - Escalante offers accommodation in San José with access to a fitness centre, a shared lounge, as well as a lift. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The apartment also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The place has everything you might need for your stay, it’s incredibly comfortable, has an beautiful view, close to multiple nice restaurants and bars, everything in walking distance. Also, the terrace on the last floor is amazing, with a small gym? Jacuzzi, working area. If I visit San Jose I would certainly stay here again

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9.2
Superb
1,514 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

Located in central San Jose, Hotel Casa 69 offers a garden patio, free Wi-Fi in public areas and individually decorated rooms with cable TV. The National Museum is just a 10-minute walk away.

Each bright room at Hotel Casa 69 features a fan, a fridge, a radio-alarm clock and a safe. The private bathrooms include a shower. I would highly recommend staying at Hotel Casa 69! The place was cozy, had everything that you needed, and is in a good location. Winston went above and beyond for us! You feel as if you are family while you are there. I wish I could’ve stayed longer.

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9.1
Superb
2,066 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 6 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Perfect location near the city center and in a safe area. Right next to many restaurants. Clean and tidy. Helpful staff.

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9.3
Superb
123 reviews
Price from
US$21.42
per night

Set within less than 1 km of Nauyaca Waterfalls and 18 km of Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary, Luxury Apartments Nauyaca by Paradiselodge offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Platanillo. The hotel features family rooms. This place is definitely amazing!! So clean, they care about every little detail! Service was good too! Nauyaca waterfall are 1 minute away in car! And breakfast was delicious.

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9.7
Exceptional
122 reviews
Price from
US$96
per night

Featuring a spa bath, Villas Páramo Cloud Forest Hotel is located in División. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 18 km from Cerro de la Muerte. The view, the equipment if the room, is really chill and relaxing place, hot tub is fantastic

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9.6
Exceptional
211 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

Located in Copey, Curuba Lodge offers accommodation with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a restaurant.

There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer. The hosts are super nice and will help you with arranging anything. They gave us very helpful tips about guided tours and hiking trails nearby. We recommend to get breakfast and dinner there, it is really good and freshly prepared.

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9.8
Exceptional
203 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

Situated just 43 km from Poas National Park, XIN Bed&Breakfast features accommodation in San José with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a housekeeping service. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The bed and breakfast has family rooms. Great place to stay . It's a nice big house with multiple rooms and full kitchen to use . Clean and relaxed niegberhod . Easy transportation from and back to downtown . Breakfast was very nice . Staff are lovely .

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9
Superb
459 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

Located in Piedades, 42 km from Poas National Park, Canal Grande Lodge provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 9.1 km from Parque Viva and 15 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, the property features a terrace and a bar. The hotel features a sauna, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Fernando the host is a treasure. He is polite, a real gentleman, but upon request loads us with abundant information on all of our Costa Rica holiday plans. Silent neighborhood. Tastefully decorated rooms. Good breakfast. Can just recommend, 10 of 10 points.

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9.5
Exceptional
373 reviews
Price from
US$131
per night

Situated just 5.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Trebol Amarillo Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation in Escazu with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a concierge service. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The bed and breakfast also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Very friendly staff, delicious hearty breakfast, very clean bedroom and very clean shared bathroom with good hot water and water pressure. The furnishings were high quality.

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9
Superb
163 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

Las Bromelias Lodge has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Paso Macho, 28 km from Cerro de la Muerte. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. The holiday home features family rooms. The cabin is beautiful and in a lovely location. Quiet at night and in the morning, with just the sound of nature. The beds are comfortable and plenty of blankets available. The open fire is also lovely. The cabin is spacious and cosy. Internet was also good as was the TV.

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9.4
Superb
160 reviews
Price from
US$60.75
per night

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