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Apartotel Don Francisco

Hotel in San José

Located in San José, within 49 km of Poas National Park and 8.2 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Apartotel Don Francisco provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

J
Janet
From
Canada
Good location for us, and good value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Price from
US$57.82
1 night, 2 adults
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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Hotel in San José

Set in a residential area, next to Costa Rica Country Club, Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio features 2 outdoor pools, a hot tub and gym. A free airport shuttle service is offered.

P
Piyush
From
India
Decent rooms, good location, friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 826 reviews
Price from
US$110.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel

Hotel in San José

Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel offers direct access to Cariari Golf Course and transportation to Juan Santamaría International Airport, which is 5 km away.

D
Daniella
From
Israel
The best and safest area in san jose-
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
Price from
US$110
1 night, 2 adults
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Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hotel in San José

Pura vida (pure life) is the Costa Rican motto for embracing all the magic life has to offer.

J
Jorge
From
Qatar
All brand new. Staff was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews
Price from
US$203
1 night, 2 adults
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Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Hotel in San José

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in San José. This 3-star hotel offers a casino.

P
Poul
From
Denmark
Quite new so things worked well. Quite modern luxury. And you could walk to the other side of the street and visit another Hilton with a nice pool with greenery and more cozy facilities. They had a very nice area for sitting and working.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$127.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Viajero San José Hostel

Hotel in San José

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant & Bar. The property offers Roof top Activities center, Wellness, and Pub Crawl also a trendy Co-Work space.

J
Jorge
From
Mexico
Great place! It’s located in a beautiful neighborhood called Among, and it’s also within walking distance from downtown, where you can visit the National Theatre and the main market with typical local food. Dani and Karen gave me amazing service—Karen welcomed me with a big smile, and Dani joined us at the bar to play beer pong. I highly recommend it and I’ll definitely come back. By the way, if you’re looking for a massage, look for Oscar—he’s the best and will relieve all your stress.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
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US$29.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Hotel in San José

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, Urban Green Hotel & Suites features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a casino.

P
Petra
From
Austria
Great location, very quiet although it was in the center of San Jose, everything in walking distance.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,845 reviews
Price from
US$113.08
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel in San José

Set in San José, 250 metres from National Theatre of Costa Rica, Hotel Cultura Plaza features a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property.

A
Arjan74
From
Netherlands
The location is very good, close to the walking street. Nice people at the reception, we got a lot of help for the excurcions. The room was quiet, we prefered to get room without window.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,172 reviews
Price from
US$115.39
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Aranjuez

Hotel in San José

Hotel Aranjuez is an eco-friendly bed and breakfast hotel, hosted in five wooden houses built in the 30’s.

K
Katja Dollinger
From
Germany
Simple, clean and charming. Loved the personal note with all the gigantes, the helpful friendly staff and the breakfast in a lush garden with squirrels and birds. Excellent food in the restaurant on top.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,207 reviews
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US$74.74
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Novo

Hotel in San José

Offering a restaurant, Hotel Novo is located in San José City Centre, just a 10-minute walk from the National Theatre. It features free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

E
Elena
From
Russia
Room is comfortable, and everything is in a very good condition.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,453 reviews
Price from
US$47.32
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in San José

Barceló San José

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,493 reviews
From US$174.60 per night

City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,098 reviews
From US$90.38 per night

Out of Bounds Boutique Hotel

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews
From US$146.90 per night

Otoya 1907 Hotel

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 913 reviews
From US$63.28 per night

The Victorian Hotel

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
From US$110.74 per night

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,584 reviews
From US$183.57 per night

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
From US$158.48 per night

Hotel Aranjuez

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,207 reviews
From US$84.46 per night

Hotel Ave del Paraíso

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews
From US$111.36 per night

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,172 reviews
From US$113 per night

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Budget hotels in San José and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.4
Poor - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Hostal del Este Santa Fe is located in San José, 5.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 8.2 km from Parque Diversiones.

From US$72.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Located 49 km from Poas National Park, 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, #5 Apartaestudio la capital provides accommodation set in San José.

From US$80.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Apartaestudios La capital is set in San José. It is located 49 km from Poas National Park and provides full-day security.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Located in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Apartaestudios la capital offers air conditioning.

From US$74.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Located 3.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 7.9 km from Parque Diversiones, Apartaestudio la capital provides accommodation situated in San José.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Located in San José, 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, APARTAMENTO LA CAPITAL offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Apartaestudios La capital offers air conditioning.

From US$80.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Set in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Apartaestudios La capital offers air conditioning.

From US$87.01 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in San José and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,845 reviews

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, Urban Green Hotel & Suites features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a casino.

From US$185.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,453 reviews

Offering a restaurant, Hotel Novo is located in San José City Centre, just a 10-minute walk from the National Theatre. It features free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

From US$61.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,172 reviews

Set in San José, 250 metres from National Theatre of Costa Rica, Hotel Cultura Plaza features a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$113 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 628 reviews

Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center is located in the heart of San José and 100 metres from Costa Rica’s National Theatre and Plaza de la Cultura.

From US$180.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 853 reviews

Situated in San José, 50 km from Poas National Park, Hostel Shakti features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$40.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,033 reviews

Located in the centre of San José, Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District offers modern rooms with air conditioning. It features a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi, a gym and a restaurant.

From US$129.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,892 reviews

Located in the centre of San José, Fleur de Lys offers individually decorated rooms set in a Victorian mansion. It features an attractive terrace, gardens and a restaurant.

From US$94.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews

Set next to Morazán Park and 1 km from the centre of San José, Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola offers views of the Central Valley. It features an indoor swimming pool, gym and free parking.

From US$157.07 per night

Hotels located in the centre of San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Situated within 46 km of Poas National Park and 3.6 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, SJO Oasis Hostel in San José features a bar and rooms with free WiFi.

From US$142.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 960 reviews

Set within 3 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.4 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Hotel La Castella provides rooms in San José. This 1-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$31.64 per night

Set in San José, within 3.1 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.1 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Pura Vida provides free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews

Offering inner courtyard views, 935 Lodge San José is an accommodation set in San José, 4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 5.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

From US$62.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,261 reviews

Hotel Maragato is located in San José's town centre and features an on-site restaurant, Free WiFi access and a tour desk.

From US$56.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

Offering free WiFi, Hotel Latino offers accommodation in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 2.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

From US$20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Set 3.2 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 7.6 km from Parque Diversiones, Beautiful Apartment San Jose Downtown 5 offers accommodation located in San...

From US$62.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set 3.2 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 7.6 km from Parque Diversiones, Beautiful Apartment San Jose Downtown 6 offers accommodation located in San...

From US$32.77 per night

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What guests said about San José:

6.0

It is not very nice city. Streets are dirty and smelly.

It is not very nice city. Streets are dirty and smelly. I really liked the asian part though (I really recommend the Igo Ramen restaurant). We didn't explore the city, just spent there night after and before the flights.
Guest review by
Otakar
Czech Republic
8.0

Costa Rica is one of the better economies in Central America...

Costa Rica is one of the better economies in Central America and San Jose somewhat reflects this in prices - I have travelled a lot in south and central america and San Jose isn't cheap. Resturants etc add on local tax and service charge and tip?? - Bit like USA - however the central market is great for cheap local food and very nice. Our accomodation was in Escalante which is an up and coming suburb (30 mins walk to central San Jose) - and there are plenty cafes and resturants in that area - Uber is cheap....But many places are walkable. We did a one day volcano tour (crater lake is gone - not as per the pictures), but it was interesting - particularly the Cartago bascilica - and the central university sloth tour and central San Jose walking tours are good. Its not the excitement of the Mexico City 'Dias de Muertos' or the dramatic central square - I was there early Nov 25, but Costa Rica was good experience - nice people - and plenty good beaches and wild life.
Guest review by
Joseph
New Zealand
10

I loved it.

I loved it. I can say you need to be an assertive driver as the motorcyclist/scooter drivers drive between the lanes on the street and freeway. Using Waze as your app is necessary as many streets and off ramps do not necessarily tell you the exit name or number if any. I love that other area/neighborhoods are within 10 to 30 minutes of one another. Tacobar Escazu, Moose, Cafe a la Moda, Country Inn Suites Cariari/San Jose Airport was amazing! The staff at these location were phenomenal. We tipped above the included gratuity within the check they were so good. Use your translation apps as it help when there is a need to translate from your native language to Spanish. It was a wonderful trip!
Guest review by
Charita
United States
10

Vibrant busy city with lots of interesting things to see and...

Vibrant busy city with lots of interesting things to see and do. Name a brand and you can find it in the stores although it may be a bit on the pricey side. The one thing that struck us almost immediately was how clean things are, and the people are warm, welcoming and patient with us folks who can barely speak Spanish.
Guest review by
David
Barbados
10

Excellent port of entry to visit lots of Costa Rican gems!

Excellent port of entry to visit lots of Costa Rican gems! Whether you are looking for adventure or chill beach vibes, this is the place with lots of access to tours from the city. And the city itself has a very robust historical, art and cultural experiences. Would recommend. Predominantly Spanish speaking, but lots of nationals will speak some English! So language barrier isn't a huge concern.
Guest review by
Julene
Jamaica
4.0

We spent the first and last night of our trip to Costa Rica...

We spent the first and last night of our trip to Costa Rica in San José, but in retrospect, that was one night too many. Due to the traffic chaos, it simply takes too long to get to the hotels in San José, so you lose the desire to really explore the city.
Guest review by
Robert
Germany

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Studio Hotel Boutique

San José
From US$190 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,811 reviews
All meals I had at the hotel were great, but I do have to give a shoutout to their breakfast because it was awesome! The Staff was super friendly and diligent with any need we had. It is also worth to mention that the art around the hotel gives it a very special touch. The location was very convenient since it is close to most urban areas of San Jose (even urban areas in Heredia and Alajuela) and it was surrounded with several shopping centers and plazas with restaurants, pharmacies, convenience stores, etc.
Guest review by
Marco
Panama

Hotel Presidente

San José
From US$180.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 628 reviews
We were really impressed during our stay. The hotel was in the ideal location just a few moments from the central strip of San Jose. All main attractions were within easy walking distance and the area felt safe. Staff were friendly and very helpful both at reception and at the restaurant. We appreciated the extra facilities including a tea and coffee bar downstairs including easy access to cold drinking water to fill up reusable bottles. We will definitely be recommending Hotel Presidente and would stay again.
Guest review by
Zoe
United Kingdom

Hotel Casa 69

San José
From US$77.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,060 reviews
This is a lovely authentic old colonial family house converted to a hotel..It's excellent value for money. The staff & owner are very friendly & go out of their way for their clients.The breakfast is light & very nice. The hotel is very close to lots of lovely outdoor restaurants & coffee shops in Escalante, one of the best areas in downtown San Jose, so it's worth checking out. All in all, this hotel is excellent value & we will certainly book it again upon our return.
Guest review by
Anthony
United Kingdom

Casa Hotel Sura

San José
From US$55.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,139 reviews
The hotel has nearby restaurants and small markets where you can find affordable food and other items. It is easy to get to. It is not located in downtown San Jose, but I did not mind that. I felt safe at all times. The place has great staff. Breakfast was pinto and eggs, fruit, and coffee (food). The building has wooden floor and stairs, so you may hear some noise (people walking), but nothing out of control.
Guest review by
Luz
Panama

Adventure Inn

San José
From US$176.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
Second stay here - perfect for a night (or more) when getting into Costa Rica and having an early transfer the next day. The pool area is gorgeous, staff are great and a lot of the shuttles pick up directly from here. Near lots of good restaurants if you want a change from the hotel one. Comfy beds, take away brekkie. Can't complain!
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Charlotte Pink
United Kingdom

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