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Wyndham San Jose Herradura, hotel in San José

On the outskirts of San José, just a 10 minutes' drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport, Wyndham San Jose Herradura offers 3 outdoor pools and a casino.

Our room was very cold , did not have a good night sleep
7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
2,523 reviews
Price from$101.15per night
Park Inn San Jose by Radisson, hotel in San José

This property is located only 1640 feet from Parque Metropolitano La Sabana Park in central San José. It offers an outdoor pool, hot tub, and a fitness center.

The proximity to the airport for our departure and the idea of a working soaker tub in our 4 star hotel suite after paying for an upgrade to have a tub.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
2,454 reviews
Price from$117.59per night
Selina San Jose, hotel in San José

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Selina San José offers pet-friendly accommodations in San José. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant & Bar.

the staff is amazing, I got sick and they were very caring and supportive!!
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
1,734 reviews
Price from$53.94per night
Studio Hotel Boutique, hotel in San José

Featuring a rooftop swimming pool, Studio Hotel offers rooms with free high-speed WiFi and views of the surrounding Central Valley.

Good location; amazing art!! Cozy.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,859 reviews
Price from$106.19per night
Hotel Colonial, hotel in San José

Featuring neo-colonial architecture, a terrace, garden and swimming pool, Hotel Colonial is located 1969 feet from San José main square and 5 minutes’ walk from the National Museum.

Honestly we were only there for less than 12 hours but I didn’t love my time there. The toilet was really nice.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
1,594 reviews
Price from$78.24per night
Posada el Quijote, 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.

Beautiful view top of the hill) overlooking San Jose..especially at night. Over the top!
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
1,221 reviews
Price from$75per night
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 center. Guests enjoy several on-site restaurants and bars and an outdoor swimming pool.

Everything was fine there.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,261 reviews
Price from$172.04per night
Hotel Presidente, hotel in San José

Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center is located in the heart of San José and 328 feet from Costa Rica’s National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura. It offers free daily breakfast and free WiFi access....

We had an overnight stay at Hotel Presidente prior to our return flight back to the US. Daniel was working the front desk and was very helpful to give us advice on must see attractions in old San Jose. The facilities were great and a very comfortable roome. We had a fabulous dinner on the rooftop restaurant to top off our stay and the breakfast buffet was exceptional.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
696 reviews
Price from$125per night
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse, hotel in San José

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is located in the San Antonio de Belen countryside. Features include a health club, tennis court, and a steakhouse restaurant as well as free WiFi.

It was nice
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
1,238 reviews
Price from$80.58per night
Irazú Hotel & Studios, hotel in San José

Located 5 minutes’ drive from central San Jose, this comfortable hotel offers free buffet breakfast and an outdoor pool. Juan Santamaria International Airport is just 11 mi away.

Golds Gym free Access Breakfast Nice rooms Pool
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
539 reviews
Price from$109per night
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San José's best hotels with breakfast

  • Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,223 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.

    Location, friendly staff, comfortable, breakfast, bed

  • Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,921 reviews

    This stylish hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a conference center. Each spacious room includes free Wi-Fi.

    very lovely staff Ernesto was particularly helpful

  • Barceló San José
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,516 reviews

    This classic hotel is located in a quiet area of San José, 1.9 mi from the city center.

    nice personal fantastic garden good service good food

  • Studio Hotel Boutique
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,859 reviews

    Featuring a rooftop swimming pool, Studio Hotel offers rooms with free high-speed WiFi and views of the surrounding Central Valley.

    Stylish, tastefully updated, comfortable and clean.

  • Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana, an IHG Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,108 reviews

    Welcome to the Central America Paradise, Costa Rica. Pura vida! Upon arrival to the Juan Santamaria International Airport, just 20 minutes away, you will find our hotel ready to welcome you,...

    I got a free bottle of water as I'm a IHG member

  • Hilton Cariari DoubleTree San Jose - Costa Rica
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,242 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor pool surrounded by a garden and luxurious facilities, Doubletree offers a casino and a beauty salon in Costa Rica.

    just perfect, especially during the holidays fantastic staff

  • AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 400 reviews

    Located in San José, 22 miles from Poas National Park, AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    The hotel was very clean and had very good facilities

  • Hilton San Jose La Sabana
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 706 reviews

    Located in San José, Hilton San Jose La Sabana offers 4-star accommodations with a terrace and a bar.

    Amazing service, comfortable rooms, tasty breakfast

Budget hotels in San José

  • City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,228 reviews

    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.

    the staff was amazing and the breakfast was delicious

  • Hotel Casa Roland San Jose
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,205 reviews

    Just a 5-minute drive from Tobías Bolaños Airport, Hotel Hotel Casa Roland San Joseoffers a modern gym, a business and conference center and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Quiet location, great staff and very nice breakfast.

  • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,673 reviews

    Featuring 2 luxurious outdoor pools, a fitness center, and a gift shop, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi and 4 well-appointed meeting rooms to host events, receptions and weddings in San Jose.

    Great staff, lovely room everything was very good!!

  • Fleur de Lys
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,803 reviews

    In central San José, Fleur de Lys offers individually decorated rooms in a Victorian mansion. It features an attractive terrace, gardens and a restaurant.

    A more traditional atmosphere with nice furnishings

  • Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,212 reviews

    Offering a casino, gym and free WiFi zone, this modern Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas is located opposite España Park and the Modern Art Museum.

    clean, big room, good breakfast, comfortable parking

  • Hotel Palma Real
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,120 reviews

    Hotel Palma Real is set in San José, 1312 feet from La Sabana Park, home to the Costa Rica National Stadium. The hotel offers a gym, free Wi-Fi and free parking.

    Rooms were very clean and comfy. Great breakfast.

  • El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,238 reviews

    El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is located in the San Antonio de Belen countryside. Features include a health club, tennis court, and a steakhouse restaurant as well as free WiFi.

    Very nice hotel, great restaurant, fantastic price!

  • Soy Local San José
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 528 reviews

    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.

    The staff is amazing, the hotel very clean. I loved the breakfast

Hotels located in the center of San José

  • Cabaña Anturios
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 10 reviews

    Located in San José, 13 miles from Cerro de la Muerte, Cabaña Anturios provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Guests can use a bar.

    Lugar idílico, la cabaña muy limpia y nueva. Ducha y cama muy grandes! Vistas espectaculares! Repetiríamos seguro.

  • La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,030 reviews

    Apartotel La Sabana is located 0.9 mi from central San José and offers self-catering accommodations with free WiFi access, breakfast included with the rate and an outdoor pool.

    Staff is great, Food was very good, Room perfectly clean

  • Isla Verde Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 845 reviews

    This luxurious hotel is in the heart of San Jose and features an on-site restaurant.

    Breakfast is always good and staff always courteous!

  • Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 372 reviews

    Located in the exclusive commercial area of Avenida Escazú, a few steps from the Cima Hospital and only 0.6 mi from the Multiplaza Shopping Center and Itskatzú plaza.

    Great location, very high-class finish, and comfort.

  • Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 559 reviews

    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.

    Breakfast and dining facilities were nice and well kept.

  • Soluxe el sesteo
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 12 reviews

    Located in San José, 29 miles from Poas National Park, Soluxe el sesteo has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

  • Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 483 reviews

    Located in central San José, just 984 feet from La Sabana Park, Hotel Suites Cristina offers its guests fully appointed accommodations with free WiFi access and daily cleaning services.

    very central and great breakfast and comfortable beds

  • Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana, Costa Rica
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 939 reviews

    Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana, Costa Rica offers accommodations in central San José just across the street from the National Stadium. All rooms include a flat-screen TV.

    very clean and neat! amazing view and the staff was so friendly

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What Guests Said About San José:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    San jose as a city is not something wow aside for some...

    San jose as a city is not something wow aside for some natural parks there is not much to see. But there are a lot of places outside san jose that are beautiful cause costa rica is a country with so much green that i can t even explain
    Cosmin
    Romania
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    I didn’t really like anything.

    I didn’t really like anything. The front desk made me carry my bag up 4 flights of stairs. The room was so hot when I got inside. There was no coffee in the rooms at all and I asked multiple time for it. The shower was also clogged.
    Kelly
    United States of America
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    San Jose as city is not too much to believe as other cities...

    San Jose as city is not too much to believe as other cities and is a crowded city We stayed at the outside skirts of San Jose where you have more nature, mountains/scenery and less city life and visited the city several times.
    Bjorn
    Curaçao
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    If you like a big city, San Jose is great.

    If you like a big city, San Jose is great. We live in southern Costa Rica and only go to San Jose for doctor visits and shopping. It's best to take a taxi or Uber in San Jose. The traffic is crazy. Be sure to use the WAZE app instead of Google for driving around. It stays more up to date.
    Gary
    Costa Rica
  • 10
    Scored 10

    I did a tour for the first two weeks of the volcano area,...

    I did a tour for the first two weeks of the volcano area, rain forest, Caribbean, and then the Pacific side of the island. During the tour, we also ziplined, rode horseback, white water rafting, soaked in hot springs, and hiked the rain forest and volcano areas. When the tour ended I stayed for another 10 days in downtown San Jose and did day trips out of the apartment. People are family-oriented, friendly, and supportive. You can drink the water and use US electric devices. Go, you will love it.
    Florence
    United States of America
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    We stayed here on our last night but wished we hadn't.

    We stayed here on our last night but wished we hadn't. The hotel was good but there was nothing special about the city and we would have preferred to be back in Alajuela where we stayed on the first night. There was much less traffic there and lots of different birds in the trees. The park in San Jose only had grackles.
    Elizabeth
    United Kingdom

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  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,030 reviews
    Very friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfasts. Clean room and comfy bed. Great cooling off in courtyard pool. Located near Park and free gallery of Costa Rica art which was really interesting. Away from the busy centre of San Jose but walk there in 30mins. Close to some good restaurants. Taxi to airport around 25 minutes. Taxi to main Tracopa bus station about 10 minutes. Staff organised taxi for us and it arrived with in minutes. High recommend hotel.
    Nick
    United Kingdom
  • From $40.68 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 703 reviews
    The staff was very friendly and helpful with questions about San José, they even helped me find a way to get to other areas in Costa Rica. The hostel had a nice relaxed vibe and is always clean. There's an outdoor area that is beautiful and surrounded by nature and its great for socializing with everyone. It's in a nice area that is in walking distance from many things like Sodas, the mall, Barrio Escalante, etc. Overall awesome stay
    Jaelle
    United States of America
  • From $32.77 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,115 reviews
    It is a wonderful small hotel conveniently located in downtown San Jose, at a walking distance from everything you likely want to see in the capital, with good restaurants nearby. It is very safe, open 24 h, well taken care of, with a very pleasant, relaxing, friendly atmosphere. A great base to explore San Jose and have tours around. You can always expect help and good advice at this place. Strongly recommended.
    Sergey
    United States of America
  • From $141.25 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 697 reviews
    Lovely modern facade and reception area. Room and bed were both large and comfortable and the room was very clean. I would definitely recommend the rooftop restaurant at the hotel - San Jose is not easy to navigate at night so we ended up eating there both nights and appreciated having a place with good food that we could rely on (it also has a great view)! The location was very central.
    Elizabeth
    United Kingdom
  • From $90 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,516 reviews
    We stayed at Barcelo as the first hotel for our Honeymoon after our flight to San Jose for 2 nights. The staff were so friendly, they left us a lovely Honeymoon surprise and loved the free snack room with food and drinks :) a huge breakfast selection which was lovely. We loved the pool area and it was just the perfect place to relax after our flight and settle into Costa Rica!
    Abi
    United Kingdom
  • From $85.51 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 887 reviews
    Great location in Barrio Escalante, the Hipster district of San Jose with many great restaurants and a farmers Market on Saturdays basically next door. The hotel was decorated beautifully with traditional Costa Rican masks and the rooms were clean and spacy. The breakfast was exceptional with Omelettes freshly made and fresh fruit, even pancakes with different toppings. Wow!!!
    Daniel
    Austria
  • From $141.25 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 697 reviews
    The location for visiting the museums in San Jose is excellent. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The hotel is modern and clean, and our room was furnished very nicely. The bed was comfortable and the linens were of very good quality. Some reviewers complained of noise from other rooms, but we could not hear our neighbors. The rooftop sitting area is beautiful.
    Helen
    United States of America
  • From $84.52 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,803 reviews
    the place is very nice and cosy. the people who work here are so friendly and helpful. rooms are clean, bed is comfortable. all good. its also in i would say kind of a safer area of san jose, and its easy to walk to nice restaurants and shops. they have such a nice outdoor sitting area and also the decoration of the hotel is so amazing. i did sleep very well.
    alexandra
    Germany
  • From $123.17 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,504 reviews
    The hotel did what it needed to. Clean and the staff were helpful. The aircon wasn't working properly and so they moved our room without an issue. In hindsight we wouldn't have stayed in downtown San Jose as it's all a bit run down, but if you want to be in the centre of town then this hotel will do the job.
    Chris
    United Kingdom
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 424 reviews
    The hostel is located in a central area of San José. It a villa from the '50-'60 converted into a hostel with private and dorms. The rooms and the common areas are suggestive, and you can still see the former use as a private house. Bathrooms and rooms are not modern, but that is the charm of this hotel.
    Alberto
    Germany
  • From $56.50 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,640 reviews
    The staff is wonderful and very helpful. Breakfast was very good (bread, jams, juice, fruit, and eggs with a slice of tomato) and plentiful. The location is great for exploring downtown San Jose, walking distance to almost everything. The owner even arranges affordable transportation to/from the airport.
    Nadia
    United States of America
  • From $116.39 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 845 reviews
    I can’t say enough good things about this hotel! The hospitality was absolutely amazing - the concierges, parking attendant, housekeepers, and restaurant staff were so kind and helpful. Great location, price, and breakfast. I would 100% recommend staying here if you’re traveling to the San Jose area!
    Haley
    United States of America
  • From $65 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 320 reviews
    Unique, one of a kind hotel. Awesome views of the entire San Jose valley from all rooms. Pool, library/video room, sauna, and jacuzzi with a view of the city! Nice kitchen. 15 minute walk to grocery store, restaurants and downtown Escazu. Good internet, friendly and helpful staff.
    Himanshu
    United States of America
  • From $105.26 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 628 reviews
    Cute hotel in a heritage building just outside the central district of San Jose. Super friendly and helpful staff, comfortable rooms, great location. The cafe/breakfast area is beautiful and there is a fantastic restaurant attached to the hotel. Great option for a night or two in San Jose!
    Danielle
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $56.50 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 681 reviews
    The location is great with many restaurants, coffee shops, and markets. In addition there are nice parks, and a great area to walk in. This is the area I love to stay in whenever I come to San Jose. The hotel is very accommodating at a very good price.
    Jeanne
    United States of America
  • From $137.34 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,038 reviews
    This is a very centrally-located hotel, right at the heart of downtown San Jose. The staff at the front desk were exceptionally friendly and helpful. The breakfast choices were delicious. The facility is clean.
    Jennie
    United States of America
  • From $261.78 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,261 reviews
    So comfortable. Great food. Fast check in/out. Convenient location. Amazing staff. We have stayed in many, many hotels in the San Jose area, this is now number one.
    Lisa
    Costa Rica
  • From $58.48 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,334 reviews
    The hotel is located in central San José next to an important bus terminal, the pedestrian area and the central market. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
    Marco
    Italy
  • From $137.34 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,038 reviews
    Free breakfast was very good. Very central location and easy walking distance to many points of interest in downtown San Jose.
    M
    Michael
    Canada
  • From $106.79 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,212 reviews
    Hotel is located in a good area, very close to downtown
    Jose Antonio
    United States of America

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