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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
2,452 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
1,729 reviews
Price from$55.79per 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.

Large modern spacious rooms. Very comfortable mattress. Breakfast was nice.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,858 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.

It’s very pretty. The room was comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful. It’s located near the central area, which was good.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
1,589 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.

The view from the room was amazing. The location was not a crowded one
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
1,219 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
1,264 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....

Beautiful hotel with friendly helpful staff. The location is excellent as close to museums and other attractions. Rooftop restaurant is lovely but make reservations in advance.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
697 reviews
Price from$125per 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
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica, hotel in San José

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.

We had the 2 bedroom suite, which provides a lot of space for unto 6 people (we were with 5) - Nice living room area with 2 bedrooms. Good beds, air, nice breakfast. Excellent shuttle service to airport. There are some restaurants (McDonald's and others ) in 10 minutes walking distance. We had a very nice meal in a Peruvian restaurant (Lima Picante) just on the other side of the high-way which can be safely accessed using the pedestrian bridge.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
2,678 reviews
Price from$97.75per night
Auténtico Hotel, hotel in San José

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Auténtico Hotel is located in San José, 1640 feet from the Costa Rican Art Museum. Free WiFi access is available.

The environment is calming and tranquil
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
1,493 reviews
Price from$124.55per 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
     · 1,233 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
     · 2,925 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
     · 3,526 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
     · 1,858 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
     · 1,104 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
     · 1,239 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
     · 397 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
     · 705 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
     · 1,232 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
     · 1,207 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
     · 2,676 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
     · 1,796 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
     · 2,204 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
     · 1,121 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
     · 1,234 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
     · 517 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
     · 2,029 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

  • Posada el Quijote
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,220 reviews

    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.

    The breakfast was great and the service was awesome

  • Isla Verde Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 843 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!

  • 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

  • Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments San Jose
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 297 reviews

    A 5-minute drive from the center of San José, this hotel offers stunning volcano views "from the cafeteria" and full leisure facilities.

    Everyone at the hotel was very friendly and helpful

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What Guests Said About San José:

  • 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
  • 10
    Scored 10

    There is plenty to do in San Jose and the surrounding area.

    There is plenty to do in San Jose and the surrounding area. Three places to recommend: the Jade Museum, the Post Office Museum and Lankester Botanical Garden on the road to Paraiso. The Jade Museum is a revelation - it is in a new building and has a wonderful exhibition about the Pre-Colombian inhabitants of Central America. Don't be put off by its title - it is not a museum of dusty cabinets full of jade objects. Just to the right of the entrance to the Central Post Office is a museum with displays of various themes - space, calypso, biodiversity - illustrated with stamps from all over the world. The Lankester Gardens is a gem. It's a centre for the study of orchids so visit at the right time of year, e.g. March, when many are in flower. The gardens are beautifully laid out and very well cared for.
    Richard
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in San José

  • From $166.11 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,676 reviews
    The hotel is convenient located 10 minutes away from the airport and offers pick up and drop off shuttle for free which is great for someone that needs to stay only a couple of nights in San Jose. The room is very spacious and the bed is comfortable. The amenities offered in the bathroom are also great and internet speed works just fine. The pool area is beautiful and the gym has the necessary equipments to work out. The staff is very friendly and ready to help with any tip that we needed about the city/transportation.
    Ana Carolina
    Brazil
  • From $57.97 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 195 reviews
    Cozy hotel, close to University of Costa Rica at San José, located in San Pedro. Walkable to the nearest mall (Mall San Pedro - around 15 minutes walking from the hotel), by car it is at 10-15 minutes far away from San José down town. My arriving flight was very early, and they provided me an available room despite I arrived very early morning. Nice breakfast (the common breakfast included gallo pinto -beans and rice-, eggs and fruits, but they offered me several options for breakfast). Lovely staff.
    Pedro
    Colombia
  • From $36.44 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 613 reviews
    The night was confortable as well as the uncomplicated check in. For all sorts of questions about San Jose and travaling around Central America we could talk to the very friendly English speaking host of the In The Wind Hostel and also to other travalers and guests in the lovely atrium garden while enjoying the amazing pancake breakfast. In all it´s an ideal and safe place to start your jurny in San Jose or even in Costa Rica, if your not looking for some luxary hotel.
    A
    Alexander
    Germany
  • From $80.09 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,526 reviews
    A good four star hotel with everything you expect. We stayed here before and the standard rooms are spacious and well appointed. This time, we were bumped to a suite which was very comfortable. The lounge area is big and comfortable. The bar is good with meals at reasonable prices. The garden and pool area is very pretty. It's a little way out of the centre of San Jose, but very convenient for the airport, with a free bookable shuttle.
    David
    United Kingdom
  • From $81.34 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,207 reviews
    The staff was very polite and courteous. Hotel clean and smells very fresh. Relaxed and quiet atmosphere. The breakfast is outstanding. Clean towels, bedding very clean and neat. I love so much making a third week to stay again. I would highly recommend this hotel if you’re ever in San Jose Rohrmoser. Very professional staff. A very quiet area. Even the taxi driver Herman is an outstanding help. They tended to me with utmost respect.
    M
    Mardenia
    United States of America
  • From $131.19 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,858 reviews
    The location was great, in a neat area of San Jose. The hotel seemed nice, we enjoyed all the wall decor although our kids found some nude portraits quite funny. Breakfast was good and it was our first encounter with the traditional food. We did try the local restaurant for dinner but the pizza was not the best. Beds were ok, pillows could have been better and bathroom amenities could be improved too.
    Valentina Ch
    Romania
  • From $575.17 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 740 reviews
    The staff, hotel and location are fantastic! just a short 10-15 minutes to the airport without traffic. The morning buffet breakfast was one of the best I’ve had and i typically stay at 5star resorts worldwide. The pool and grounds are wonderful and beautifully maintained. I’ve stayed here 4 times in the last year and I will stay here every time I visit San Jose, Costa Rica. Superb!!!
    Susie
    United States of America
  • From $141.25 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 696 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 $73.27 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,729 reviews
    Some of the comfiest beds I've stayed in during my travels have been at Selina including in dorms too. There was also secure storage both by the bed and in a separate locker in the room. The shower had excellent pressure and was refreshingly hot. The Selina San Jose is within easy walking distance of downtown attractions. Staff answered questions and was helpful.
    Johann Q.
    Dominican Republic
  • From $73.45 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 22 reviews
    This is my 2nd time staying at Oasis. I love it's proximity to the Tracopa Station and Downtown. If you are traveling in Costa Rica and use the best bus (with air conditioning), then there is no reason to stay anywhere else. I cannot than you enough Mari for providing me a wonderful space in which to relax on a rooftop in San Jose. 🤙🏽
    Michael
    United States of America
  • From $79.10 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 945 reviews
    This hotel was our first stop in Costa Rica. It's a little gem on the outskirts on San Jose, perfect to start your Costa Rican trip. The rooms are spacious and clean, breakfast is served by the cutest lady. We didn't use the pool but that's were breakfast is served and they view was great!
    Elisson
    Portugal
  • From $224.80 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,233 reviews
    Great hotel in a really central location in the middle of San Jose. We stayed here for x2 nights before moving on to other places in Costa Rica. The hotel is incredibly well kept, decor is modern and breakfast was fab! With it's central location it was super easy to explore San Jose.
    Stephanie
    United Kingdom
  • From $105.26 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 627 reviews
    Nice 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.
    David
    Germany
  • From $65.54 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 483 reviews
    I stayed here several times when traveling in Costa Rica. The staff is friendly and helpful, the place is clean and has nice common areas. It is close to restaurants/cafes/supermarket. I recommend it when being in San Jose.
    Hannah
    Germany
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,029 reviews
    Good location for proximity to both downtown San Jose and the airport. Good breakdfast with several options. The pool and the pool area a nice escape from the city.
    Nadia
    United Kingdom
  • From $137.34 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,042 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
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,029 reviews
    Very clean. Close to airport and San Jose downtown and La sabana park. Breakfast was excellent!
    Erik
    United States of America
  • From $59.04 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,833 reviews
    the location is on San Jose’s downtown so they are close to most of the restaurants and bars
    Cristian
    El Salvador
  • From $106.79 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,204 reviews
    clean, spacious room in downtown San José and excellent breakfast. Gated parking lot.
    Margarete
    United States of America
  • From $117.34 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,784 reviews
    The staff, breakfast and location in San Jose downtown.
    Maria Carolina
    Brazil

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