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Hotel Savegre 4 stars
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Set in Providencia, 42 km from Manuel Antonio, Hotel Savegre features a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site. San Gerardo de Dota and particularly Savegre Hotel and its surroundings are one of the best spots for bird watching. Their gardens are from paradise and and the cloud forest arriund is from fairy tale.
Posada el Quijote 4 stars
Hotel in San José
Posada el Quijote is located in San José and housed in a colonial-style building. It has a spacious garden, free Wi-Fi access and a snack bar. Amazing view and pool! The staff was helpfull and nice - we could leave our lagguage for a week while going to peru. Very tasty breakfast!
La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments 4 stars
Hotel in San José
Apartotel La Sabana is located 1.5 km from central San José and offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi access, breakfast included with the rate and an outdoor pool. We loved everything. Staff were super helpful and friendly. Hotel is fantastic. Our room was great, a/c essential in the heat, amenities excellent, etc. The included breakfast was OUTSTANDING. Wow. Made to order from the menu. Wow again.
Canal Grande Lodge
Hotel in Piedades
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 terrace. Angels are real and one of them owns this hotel! Thank you so much for coming to my rescue and helping me catch my flight in the NICK of time, you are a wonderful human. This property reflects beauty and grace. I will certainly be back in the future.
Lauraceas Lodge
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Located in San Gerardo de Dota, 19 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Lauraceas Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Perfect location in the cloud forest. They have a lovely botanical garden and access is included in the stay. The cabin had a lovely view and was very comfortable. The restaurant served excellent local trout.
Las Cataratas Lodge
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Situated in San Gerardo de Dota, 13 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Las Cataratas Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Amazing place in the forrest, the owner is a very nice and helpful, we stayed in a wooden cabin with a fire place, it was just perfect.
La Princesa Hotel
Hotel in San Isidro
Situated in San Isidro, 33 km from Cerro de la Muerte, La Princesa Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Beautifull view. Very nice staff.
Alameda Cariari Boutique Hotel
Hotel in Asuncion, San José
Located in San Jose, Alameda Cariari features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi access and a tour desk. Nice location, not too far from the airport, Very comfortable beds, super friendly staff.
Grano de Oro Hotel 4 stars
Hotel in San José
This luxurious hotel is located in San Jose City Centre and features an on-site gourmet restaurant, free parking and free Wi-Fi. Hotel Grano de Oro also offers massage services and a rooftop garden. This international travel stay was among my very best experiences I’ve had! Staff were exceptionally professional and accommodating. The food was at a rare level of quality, and I loved the gym and doing yoga each morning on the rooftop. Exquisite historic place to stay
Sueños del Bosque Lodge
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Situated on the edge of Los Quetzatles National Park, Sueños del Bosque offers rustic bungalows with a free daily breakfast, free WiFi and views of the tropical cloud forest. It's a lovely place with nice accommodations, a beautiful area with their own forrest, waterfall and pond on hotel's property. The pond could be seen from our room, and the sound of Savegre river lulled our sleep at night. Consider the temperature is considerably cooler than most of Costa Rica's destinations, so bring your raincoats and jackets.
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Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel 4 stars
Hotel in Asuncion, San José
Sueños del Bosque Lodge
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Grano de Oro Hotel 4 stars
Hotel in San José
La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments 4 stars
Hotel in San José
Posada el Quijote 4 stars
Hotel in San José
Alameda Cariari Boutique Hotel
Hotel in Asuncion, San José
La Princesa Hotel
Hotel in San Isidro
Hotel Savegre 4 stars
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Lauraceas Lodge
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Canal Grande Lodge
Hotel in Piedades
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Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas 3 stars
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Wyndham San Jose Herradura 5 stars
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Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu, Costa Rica 4 stars
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Park Inn San Jose by Radisson 5 stars
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San José's best hotels with breakfast
Hotel Hacienda El Rodeo
Hotel in Rodeo
Located in Rodeo, 19 km from Parque Viva, Hotel Hacienda El Rodeo provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The place is a beautiful! The owner is an amazing person with a great heart and great family...
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. Everything at this hotel was superb.
Selina San Jose
Hotel in San José
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Selina San José offers pet-friendly accommodation in San José. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant & Bar. Just stayed for 1 night until my shuttle picked me up the next morning.
Auténtico Hotel
Hotel in San José
Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Auténtico Hotel is located in San José, 500 metres from the Costa Rican Art Museum. Free WiFi access is available. Great location, amazing buffet breakfast. wonderful staff
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Hotel in San José
This modern hotel near Costa Rica’s capital of San Jose features a casino, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Guests enjoy several on-site restaurants and bars and an outdoor swimming pool. Nice rooms, very good breakfast, good wi-fi, friendly staff
Park Inn San Jose by Radisson
Hotel in San José
This property is located only 500 metres from Parque Metropolitano La Sabana Park in central San José. It offers an outdoor pool, hot tub, and a fitness centre. Good location , room clean , modern room , good restaurant
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu, Costa Rica
Hotel in San José
Featuring an indoor swimming pool, a terrace, hot tub and free high speed WiFi in all areas, this hotel is 5 minutes’ drive from the La Sabana Metropolitan Park and Multiplaza Mall. I stayed here as my shuttle left from here the next day.
City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica
Hotel in Asuncion, San José
Just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport, the City Express San José Aeropuerto offers free private parking and a gym. The functional modern rooms include free Wi-Fi. Nice place to stay. Close to the airport and restaurants!
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Hotel Casa Roland San Jose
Hotel in San José
Just a 5-minute drive from Tobías Bolaños Airport, Hotel Hotel Casa Roland San Joseoffers a modern gym, a business and conference centre and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. The atmosphere was fantastic, the staff are great.
Fleur de Lys
Hotel in San José
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. The staff were AMAZING. It is stressful traveling during Covid and they helped organize taxis when...
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Hotel in San José
Offering a casino, gym and free WiFi zone, this modern Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas is situated opposite España Park and the Modern Art Museum. Great hotel, in a secure gated area. Staff very friendly, breakfast is good.
Barceló San José
Hotel in San José
This classic hotel is located in a quiet area of San José, 3 km from the city centre. Very good breakfast and hard-working staff.
Soy Local San José
Hotel in San José
Soy Local San José features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in San José. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. Staffs are really friendly and helpful
Hotel Otoya 1907 Downtown
Hotel in San José
Located in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 50 km, Hotel Otoya 1907 Downtown provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. I had to do a very late check in, there is no official front desk, so the guy waited until almost 11...
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
Hotel in San José
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana features accommodation in San José near La Sabana Metropolitan Park and Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. Excellent value for money, new and clean facilities, friendly front desk staff and housekeepers.
Hotel Amjeco
Hotel in San Isidro
Set in San Isidro, 39 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Hotel Amjeco offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. East to find. Near Center of town. Friendly staff.
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Casa Lima B&B
Hotel in San José
Offering Continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi throughout, Apartments Casa Lima B&B is located 5km from San José City Centre. Massage treatments are available. Nelson, the owner, went above and beyond as I had a bit of a medical issue.
Hotel Marruecos C.R.
Hotel in San José
Attractively situated in the Barrio Amon district of San José, Hotel Marruecos C.R. Great sized room, lovely staff, hot shower, comfortable, good location near bus terminal 7-10 and...
Hotel Latino
Hotel in San José
Set in San José, within 49 km of Poas National Park and 2.9 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Hotel Latino offers accommodation with free WiFi. Located 5 .minute walk to central ave and 10 minutes to the gold museum. Hotel is safe.
Hotel El Descanso
Hotel in San José
Providing free WiFi, Hotel El Descanso offers rooms in San José, 1.8 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 3.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. It's been a pleasant stay with friendly and professional hosts and clean rooms.
CALLE 36
Hotel in San José
Located in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park, CALLE 36 provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.
Mario's Lodge Providencia
Hotel in Copey
Situated in Copey, 26 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Mario's Lodge Providencia features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Mario's Lodge Providencia
Hotel in Copey
Situated in Copey, 26 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Mario's Lodge Providencia features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Mario´s Lodge Providencia
Hotel in Copey
Situated in Copey, 26 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Mario´s Lodge Providencia features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
San José highlights
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Historic San José
Discover neoclassical architecture and fascinating museums in the Costa Rican capital, including the National Theatre, Cathedral and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum.
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Climbing the Poás Volcano
The steep hike up this active volcano is rewarded with stunning views of the crater, lake and lush Central Valley.
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Manuel Antonio
Where the jungle meets the Pacific, Manuel Antonio offers wild beaches and tropical rainforest brimming with an abundance of wildlife.
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Surfing
Both Pacific and Caribbean coasts offer fantastic breaks for all abilities. Hotspots include Tamarindo, Playa Hermosa, Dominical and Puerto Viejo.
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Shrouded in mist, this primeval rainforest is a nature lover’s paradise. Suspension bridges provide bird’s-eye views of the canopy.
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Arenal National Park
La Fortuna town is the perfect gateway to steaming volcanoes, bubbling hot springs and zip-line adventures through colourful vegetation.
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Turtle-watching in Tortuguero National Park
These wetlands are a year-round home to jaguars and crocodiles, while nesting season sees Tortuguero’s beaches filled with sea turtles.
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Nicoya Peninsula
Experience Costa Rica’s famous pura vida with endless unspoilt beaches and laid-back villages like Santa Teresa, Sámara and Montezuma.
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Rafting in Turrialba
The tumbling rapids of the Pacuare River make the Turrialba Valley one of the world's best white-water rafting spots.
FAQs about hotels in San José
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Couples travelling in San José loved staying at Gran Hotel Desamparados, Casa 41 and Lauraceas Lodge.
Similarly, these hotels in San José are highly rated by couples: Hotel Hacienda El Rodeo, Cabaña Anturios and La Princesa Hotel.
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Many families visiting San José loved staying at Gran Hotel Desamparados, Hotel Hacienda El Rodeo and Casa 41.
Similarly, Lauraceas Lodge, La Princesa Hotel and Canal Grande Lodge are also popular among family travellers.
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Some of the best hotels in San José near Metropolitan Cathedral include Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton, Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas and 935 Lodge San José.
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Travellers who stayed in San José near Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) have said good things about Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela, Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela and Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel.
Among the hotels near Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall, Hampton By Hilton San Jose Airport Costa Rica and Guesthouse Casa Lapa2 have also been highly rated.
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On average, 3-star hotels in San José cost US$68 per night, and 4-star hotels in San José are US$100 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in San José can on average be found for US$157 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
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San José, San Gerardo de Dota and San Isidro are popular with other travellers visiting San José.
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La Princesa Hotel, Casa 41 and Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel have received great reviews from travellers in San José regarding the views from their hotel rooms.
Guests staying in San José also spoke highly of the views from the rooms at Lauraceas Lodge, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana, Costa Rica and Posada el Quijote.
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There are 584 hotels in San José you can book on Booking.com.
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On average, it costs US$82 per night to book a 3-star hotel in San José for tonight. You'll pay on average around US$133 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in San José will cost around US$174 (based on Booking.com prices).
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Hotel Savegre, Posada el Quijote and La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments are some of the popular hotels in San José.
In addition to these hotels, Lauraceas Lodge, La Princesa Hotel and Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel are also popular in San José.
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The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in San José this weekend is US$86 or, for a 4-star hotel, US$171. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in San José for this weekend cost on average around US$143 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
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For hotels in San José that serve up a highly-rated breakfast, try Talamanca Nature Reserve, Hotel Hacienda El Rodeo and Casa 41.
Breakfast at these hotels in San José are also highly rated: Canal Grande Lodge, Clusia Lodge and La Princesa Hotel.
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