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Apartotel Don Francisco

Hotel in San José

Apartotel Don Francisco is located in San José, within 49 km of Poas National Park and 8.2 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

E
Elaine
From
South Africa
Very clean, spacious self-catering apartment with helpful front desk.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 230 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.

E
Ellen
From
Brazil
We stayed at Apart Hotel Villas del Río and really enjoyed it. The apartments are spacious, airy, and very comfortable. The breakfast was excellent, with plenty of variety and fresh options. What really stood out was the staff — everyone was super friendly and always greeted us with a smile, which made the experience even better. Highly recommend if you’re staying in San José!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 823 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.

J
Joanne
From
United Kingdom
We had a delayed flight and they waited for us to arrive which was late. Very welcoming and great service. The breakfast was outstanding and the view for this was so peaceful and beautiful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Price from
US$110
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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 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.

L
Leanna
From
Canada
The staff were awesome. Danny the bartender went out of his way to make my stay incredible, always going the extra mile with a smile on his face. Of course I cannot forget to mention the manager, he was always willing to help me in any way he could and I am so appreciative. There were activities every day that were awesome, especially if you wanted to meet other interesting travellers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
Price from
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.

Ç
Çağrı
From
Turkey
Very kind team, clean rooms and good price. Especially chef Dennis was so nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,820 reviews
Price from
US$103.16
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.

Y
Yvonne
From
Ireland
Everything, the location was perfect in the center of everything. The staff were exceptional, their service was fantastic. Could not fault this hotel at all. Was sufficient for our needs.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,147 reviews
Price from
US$73.65
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Columbus

Hotel in San José

Set in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Columbus offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

S
Sánchez
From
Honduras
Perfect, everything was very good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,016 reviews
Price from
US$40.59
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.

R
Ray
From
Australia
A stunningly beautiful hotel, extending over three or four adjoining properties. You have to admire the brilliant and bizarre artworks here, there and everywhere, the fantastic breakfast (with a staff member to cook eggs any way you want in addition to the standard fare), and the really comfortable room (I had one on the courtyard). A perfect sitting room and free coffee available all day meant I had the most relaxing time ever in a hotel. A beautiful (if expensive) restaurant next door (but with a Spanish restaurant alternative just 50 metres away. And there's a cinema just down the road.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,225 reviews
Price from
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.

V
Vigneswaran
From
Malaysia
location - right in d center of the city n next to Tuasa’s bus station (easy access from the airport) nice staff - reception and cafetaria great value for what you pay for many eateries around
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,462 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 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,465 reviews
From US$201 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, 1,122 reviews
From US$111.87 per night

Out of Bounds Boutique Hotel

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews
From US$108.34 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, 932 reviews
From US$76.84 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, 231 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, 2,595 reviews
From US$213.63 per night

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Hotel in San José
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
From US$148.88 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, 1,225 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 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 388 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, 2,147 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 7.2
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, 40 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.

From US$93.23 per night
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.

From US$118.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 49 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 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 21 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan...

Hotels located in the centre of San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 51 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 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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 764 reviews

Located in the heart of San José, surrounded by national museums, plazas and walking boulevards, the venue is within walking distance to the main cultural and tourist attractions.

From US$158.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,274 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 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,820 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$132.71 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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Beautiful Apartment San Jose Downtown is located in San José, 3.2 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 7.6 km from Parque Diversiones.

From US$33.90 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, 2,147 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, 630 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$135.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,471 reviews

Featuring neo-colonial architecture, a terrace, garden and swimming pool, Hotel Colonial is located 600 metres from San José main square and 5 minutes’ walk from the National Museum.

From US$126.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 851 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,028 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, 1,904 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$113.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 214 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$168.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,177 reviews

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.

From US$106.79 per night

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What guests said about San José:

8.0

We stayed 3 nights, two full days, on our first visit to...

We stayed 3 nights, two full days, on our first visit to Costa Rica, before heading to a rain forest lodge, Our purpose for staying in San Jose was primarily to get a feel for the country and its history.. SJ is an interesting town, well worth a few days stay. We recommend the free guided walking tour, and the National museum, especially its butterfly garden! Sadly we didn't have enough time to visit the Jade museum, which was the favourite of our walking tour guide, nor the art museum.
Guest review by
David
Canada
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

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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, 1,808 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

BEE Suites San José - Escalante

San José
From US$142.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,517 reviews
If you want to stay close to Downtown San Jose, this is the place. A quiet neighborhood close to a street full of life and nice restaurants. Downtown is an easy walking distance. Check-in was fast and efficient and the on-site parking is very secure at no extra charge. Everything in our room was new and clean, including a washer and dryer. The view from the 11th floor was spectacular both at night and during the day. This is hands-down our first choice for a hotel San Jose
Guest review by
James
Poland

Hotel Luz de Luna

San José
From US$81.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,319 reviews
The room was spacious for just one person, everything very clean. the breakfast was lovely and the area where you go to eat is really nicely decorated and has lovely interior. the staff were very kind and friendly. I mostly used this as a place to stay whilst recovering jet lag and before heading to elsewhere in Costa Rica but the area was the only nice and safe area in San Jose with lots of cool bars & restaurants.
Guest review by
Ella
United Kingdom

D Sabana Hotel San José

San José
From US$142.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,857 reviews
This hotel is a great location to explore downtown San Jose on foot. We had a room on the 11th floor and the views of the city were awesome. It was clean, the a/c worked well, the king size bed was in the Goldilocks zone (not too hard, not too soft!) The buffet breakfast was extensive. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Guest review by
Samantha
Canada

714 Studios

San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Safe area in San José. You have a private parking possibility if you tell the hotel in advance. Good to stay after your long flight because it’s near the airport (15 min drive)
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Anonymous
Austria

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