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Wyndham San Jose Herradura
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.
Park Inn San Jose by Radisson
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.
Selina San Jose
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Selina San José offers pet-friendly accommodations in San José. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant & Bar.
Studio Hotel Boutique
Featuring a rooftop swimming pool, Studio Hotel offers rooms with free high-speed WiFi and views of the surrounding Central Valley.
Hotel Colonial
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.
Posada el Quijote
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.
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
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.
Hotel Presidente
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....
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
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.
Irazú Hotel & Studios
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.
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Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu, Costa Rica
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast options8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 3,201 reviewsFeaturing 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.
Everything was excellent!!! It exceeded my expectations!
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast options8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 1,215 reviewsLocated 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
8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 2,664 reviewsFeaturing 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!!
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast options8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 2,907 reviewsThis 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
Studio Hotel Boutique
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast options8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 1,861 reviewsFeaturing 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
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast options8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 1,113 reviewsWelcome 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
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast options8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 1,240 reviewsFeaturing 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
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast options8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 404 reviewsLocated 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
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8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 1,221 reviewsJust 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
Hotel in San JoséCheap hotel8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 1,212 reviewsJust 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.
Fleur de Lys
Hotel in San JoséCheap hotel8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 1,816 reviewsIn 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
8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 2,234 reviewsOffering 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
Hotel in San JoséCheap hotel8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 1,125 reviewsHotel 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.
Barceló San José
Hotel in San JoséCheap hotel8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 3,513 reviewsThis 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
8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 1,245 reviewsEl 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
Hotel in San JoséCheap hotel8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 553 reviewsSoy 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
La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments
Hotel in San JoséCentral location9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 2,034 reviewsApartotel 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
Hotel in San JoséCentral location8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 845 reviewsThis 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
Hotel in San JoséCentral location8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 371 reviewsLocated 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
Hotel in Escazu, San JoséCentral location8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 575 reviewsSet 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.
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Hotel in San JoséCentral location8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 485 reviewsLocated 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 San Jose La Sabana
Hotel in San JoséCentral location8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 708 reviewsLocated in San José, Hilton San Jose La Sabana offers 4-star accommodations with a terrace and a bar.
Amazing service, comfortable rooms, tasty breakfast
8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 927 reviewsHilton 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
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
Hotel in San JoséCentral location8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 487 reviewsLocated in Escazu the most exclusive area of the city, next to Plaza Itskatzu, close to the Multiplaza shopping center, CIMA Hospital, and Escazu Avenue, this family-friendly hotel is surrounded by a...
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What Guests Said About San José:
- 6.0Scored 6.0
I’ve visited San Jose Costa Rica many times since the 1970s.
I’ve visited San Jose Costa Rica many times since the 1970s. It’s gotten completely jammed with traffic, but it is a beautiful city with lots to see and admire. My favorite is the old concert hall, which I’m blanking on the name, but it is the only concert hall I believe in the city. Being a city it’s always important to watch your pockets, and this is become a problem, the last couple decades. The people in general are very charming and it is definitely worth a visit.KentUnited States of America - 8.0Scored 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
CosminRomania - 8.0Scored 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.KellyUnited States of America - 6.0Scored 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.
BjornCuraçao - 6.0Scored 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.GaryCosta Rica - 10Scored 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.
FlorenceUnited States of America
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- From $131.19 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 1,861 reviewsThe property was nice and was very clean and comfortable. The hotel is very far from the center of San Jose. A lot of tour companies use this hotel as the starting point to their tours of Costa Rica. If you want to be in San Jose which is very nice to visit do not stay here. It is far from the airport and anything that San Jose has to offer. It will cost you an expensive taxi or Uber ride to get to San Jose and back to the hotel. The food was so so and expensive. It is better to go out of the hotel to eat.
MaryUnited States of America - From $66.67 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,646 reviewsThis 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.AnthonyUnited Kingdom
- 5.5Scored 5.5AverageRated fair· 366 reviews"Hotel" Coto is the brothel used by local prostitutes .I did not know that at the time of booking. Every time I am in San Jose , Costa Rica I stay in Hotel El Maragato , but they been totally booked at the time of booking. The price was 58 US dollars I paid 60 and they wanted 2 dollars more ., that in colones would over 1..160 colones. Why three women yelling and screaming took from me over 6 thousand colones I really do not know. Place has 90 procent bad reviews.
PeterUnited States of America - From $52.88 per night9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 673 reviewsBest hostel in Costa Rica hands down. 4 weeks spent here overall..Wonderful family, I wish I had their love /hoapitality back home. Its quiet, lovely communal area, wonderful breakfast. Great shower, lovely guests. Its awesome. I love it, booked an extra 3 nights. I'm easily pleased but this is the de-facto place to stay I'm San Jose should you be looking for a dorm bed. David is just the best, lovely wife and children. I'll miss it terribly. Thank you David and co.EdsterooIreland
- From $80.09 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 3,513 reviewsLoved the central location to San Jose, the beautiful gardens surrounding the hotel and amazing views of the city from the pool area. The hammocks were delightful way to spend a lazy afternoon. The rooms were beautifully appointed, food was tasty and I truly appreciated the free shuttle to and from the airport. I enjoyed staying there and highly recommend a stay however, be aware there are always people in the entrance due to tour company travelers.SusanUnited States of America
- From $40.68 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 703 reviewsThe 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 stayJaelleUnited States of America
- From $85.51 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 895 reviewsHotel Aranjuez is located in a very nice area, some 15mins (safe) walking distance north of Plaza de Democracia. It has a jungle like garden in the backyard with flying birds and squirrels running around. Breakfast is also served there (the best we had in 3 weeks in Costa Rica) so you can already experience some "wild life" while being in the capital city. Rooms were very clean and quite spacious. Staff was really nice and helpfull.KarstenGermany
- From $57.63 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 1,058 reviewsThe 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.EllaUnited Kingdom
- 9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 2,034 reviewsLa Sabana was the highlight of our stay in the city, we did not particularly enjoy San Jose but next time we visit Costa Rica we might stay a few nights anyway just for this place. The staff is the sweetest and most attentive I've ever experienced in a hotel. The rooms were spacious and cleaned daily and the breakfast was simply amazing. I highly recommend this place to anyone.
maartenNetherlands - 7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 318 reviews¡Wow! YES! Every Day & All Day. Casa De~Leo. "HOTEL del Paseo" .5th Floor Penthouse with a view. The rooms are very clean and the staff BEYOND accomodating. One of the best places I have stayed, in Costa Rica....Coming or going ..You will be safe and all of your needs met here. A true Gem in San Jose/ Costa Rica. Pura Vida!johnUnited States of America
- From $114.86 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 738 reviewsThe hotel is a beautiful old building very close to the centre of San Jose. There are good restaurants and bars close by. I read previous reviews worrying about the area but in our view it felt very safe and comfortable. The hotel was very clean and we had a lovely room with balcony. Good breakfast and helpful staff
AlanUnited Kingdom - From $111.58 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 3,809 reviewsExcellent location downtown San Jose for Museum, Architecture, live musicians & artisans merhcants displaying their work on the brick stone walkway. Very very convenient to markets, an array of freshly prepared ethnic food sites everywhere, fresh fruits & spices. Great location.PamelaUnited States of America
- From $132.72 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 632 reviewsNice location in one of the prettiest neighborhoods in San Jose, within easy walking distance of the downtown area, the Teatro Nacional and the other sites to see. The rooms were clean enough and the breakfast area was pretty neat, with lots of plants growing indoors.
DavidGermany - From $106.79 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 2,234 reviewsStayed at the Sleep Inn for one night before joining a tour group. The Hotel is centrally located and walkable for sightseeing in downtown San Jose and the rooms are clean and tastefully decorated. Happy we chose this hotel among all the others.
BarCol19Canada - From $55.82 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 1,838 reviewsIt is a well appointed apartment in the downtown area of San Jose. The large apartment has an equipped kitchen. air, lots of towels. The staff was more than accommodating when I was late arriving. They assisted me at every turn.JohnCanada
- From $129.59 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 605 reviewsSuper friendly staff. Very helpful!! Breakfast was great. Location is safe and in a good area to shop. Bus station in front of the hotel to go downtown. I stayed for four nights!ChristophCanada
- From $188.71 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 1,113 reviewsThe location is great. Close to the Sabana park. It is a peaceful place. Not far from downtown San José. There ia very nice pool and the best japonese restaurant in town.
APan61Brazil - From $58.48 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 2,346 reviewsThe 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.MarcoItaly
- From $44.07 per night5.7Scored 5.7Above averageRated okay· 37 reviewsThe owners are extremely kind and very helpful. It’s also REALLY close to the downtown San José area, with many cheaper restaurants on this block.PritchardUnited States of America
- From $106.79 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very GoodRated very good· 2,234 reviewsExcellent location in San Jose downtown. Room was clean and big, personnel were nice, and breakfast was included.
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