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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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San José's best hotels with breakfast
Park Inn San Jose by Radisson
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast optionsScored 8.48.4Rated very goodVery Good · 2,511 reviewsThis 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.
Very nice staff.So clean and comfortable.Nice view.
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu, Costa Rica
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast optionsScored 8.28.2Rated very goodVery Good · 3,232 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 optionsScored 8.78.7Rated excellentExcellent · 1,177 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
Scored 8.08.0Rated very goodVery Good · 2,634 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!!
Barceló San José
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast optionsScored 8.48.4Rated very goodVery Good · 3,447 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
Studio Hotel Boutique
Hotel in San JoséBreakfast optionsScored 8.98.9Rated excellentExcellent · 1,881 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 optionsScored 8.68.6Rated excellentExcellent · 1,115 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 optionsScored 8.18.1Rated very goodVery Good · 1,237 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
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Scored 8.28.2Rated very goodVery Good · 1,211 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 hotelScored 8.98.9Rated excellentExcellent · 1,285 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 hotelScored 8.28.2Rated very goodVery Good · 1,837 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
Scored 8.58.5Rated very goodVery Good · 2,375 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 hotelScored 8.58.5Rated very goodVery Good · 1,120 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.
Scored 8.58.5Rated very goodVery Good · 1,276 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 hotelScored 8.18.1Rated very goodVery Good · 682 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
Otoya 1907 Hotel
Hotel in San JoséCheap hotelScored 8.08.0Rated very goodVery Good · 398 reviewsLocated in San José, within 31 miles of Poas National Park and 2.4 miles of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Otoya 1907 Hotel provides accommodations with a shared lounge.
Nice location, friendly staff. Tasty vegan breakfast
Hotels located in the center of San José
La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments
Hotel in San JoséCentral locationScored 9.09.0Rated wonderfulWonderful · 2,035 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
Soluxe el sesteo
Hotel in San JoséCentral locationScored 8.78.7Rated excellentExcellent · 27 reviewsLocated 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.
Small, clean hotel. Pleasant staff who try to help.
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Hotel in San JoséCentral locationScored 8.78.7Rated excellentExcellent · 501 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 locationScored 8.78.7Rated excellentExcellent · 706 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
Scored 8.78.7Rated excellentExcellent · 886 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.
Location, accommodation, staff and service perfect!
Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments San Jose
Hotel in San JoséCentral locationScored 8.68.6Rated excellentExcellent · 301 reviewsA 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
Hotel Ave del Paraíso
Hotel in San JoséCentral locationScored 8.58.5Rated very goodVery Good · 324 reviewsOffering a restaurant and a fitness center, Hotel Ave del Paraíso is located in central San José. The buffet breakfast and Wi-Fi access are free of charge.
The location was great. The facilities were very nice.
Casa Leon Guesthouse
Hotel in San JoséCentral locationScored 8.48.4Rated very goodVery Good · 498 reviewsSet in central San José, Hotel Casa León offers its guests a computer with internet access, a shared lounge area with a TV, and free Wi-Fi access.
Patrick, the host, was kind and helpful. Good place to stay!
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What Guests Said About San José:
- Scored 8.08.0
Go straight to "La Plaza de la Cultura".
Go straight to "La Plaza de la Cultura". The "Teatro Nacional" is right there and across from it, you can go up to the "Hotel Costarrica's" restaurant to enjoy a view of the plaza and have a nice breakfast. From there, walk down to the "Mercado central". There you'll find all the souvenirs you need to bring back with you, as well as many options of freshly roasted coffee. Eat there. It's authentic and fresh. That's it. If you want to add the "Museo de oro", or the "Museo Nacional" to your stops that one day, it's nice, but there's nothing else to see. Don't wonder around. I'm telling you, I'm tico, I've plenty of friends visiting from aboard all the time and Costa Rica's beauty lies on its food, it's people and on it's beaches, national parks and volcanos, not on its cities.AlvaroCosta Rica - Scored 4.04.0
Honestly, I was surprised to see how untaken care of the...
Honestly, I was surprised to see how untaken care of the city was. I saw way too many dirty streets covered in trash and homeless people. It's a very crowded city with waaay too much traffic. I probably wouldn't spend more than a day here next time. I do recommend visiting the San Jose Central Market though, it's great for souvenir shopping and there are also small puestos where you can eat and the food is a lot cheaper than you would find it anywhere also and it's just as good!
PaulinaUnited States of America - Scored 6.06.0
We stayed here only as a docking space upon arrival and...
We stayed here only as a docking space upon arrival and departure from Costa Rica, spending one night after our flight to SJO and one night before our flight home. I had been here before and enjoyed the museums and plazas and colonial architecture, but this visit was too short to do those. So on our arrival, we stayed in the Aranjuez neighborhood and felt very safe and secure walking and exploring the nearby Escalante barrio - we highly recommend Hotel Aranjuez. But on the departure visit, we ventured to Mercado Central and then got a bit lost upon exit. We ended up on what I can only refer to as "junkie street" where people were literally handing off drugs and tapping crack pipes against the sidewalk two feet from us. Streets were full of people sleeping alongside buildings at 12pm. A kind woman approached us at one point and said, "This is a bad area...please keep safe." We followed her to a nicer block with a big bank and called an Uber. For the most part, downtown San Jose seemed seedy and full stores selling of gross, cheap junk. I will never again venture into the downtown and would caution anyone else visiting to avoid it. We ate chifrijo and drank Imperial beer at Aguizotes Gastropub and loved it. Also dined at The Corner (restaurant attached to our hotel, Casa Aldea) which was decent pizza but weird Caesar salad (croutons were just toasted Bimbo white bread LOL). And our best Sam Jose meal was breakfast at Cafe Momo - delicious cappuccino and breakfast croissants!AAnonymous - Scored 1010
A typical walking friendly city, however, the people are...
A typical walking friendly city, however, the people are friendly and helpful! Beautiful green Mountain views can been seen while walking. There are restaurants everywhere all offering delicious food, you can’t go wrong! There wonderful things to see within the city, like museum's, parks, churches, street art, monuments and a china town, but I also would recommend venturing outside of the city to see more of what Costa Rica has to offer! Don’t be afraid to use the taxi system, stick with the red cars and yellow taxi triangle on the door, many of drivers speak English and if they don’t you both make it work. It can be a little pricey but if you plan for it and don’t over use it, it will be helpful. They do prefer to be paid in colones, but I was able to use dollars and colones to pay a few times I rode. If you take a taxi from the airport, your driver may offer their number for you to call them again. This is normal and can also be helpful while you’re there! Enjoy your time!AndreaUnited States of America - Scored 6.06.0
San José traffic is a hard pull to swallow.
San José traffic is a hard pull to swallow. The volcanos are covered by clouds so you may travel 2-3 hours and see nothing. The white water rafting was the highlight of the trip but not much to do. San Jose is extremely expensive. Prices are comparable to USA expensive resort prices. Ex: $4 for a soda. Also they have taxes for everything and then they ask you for more money. Their tipping is out of control
GretchenUnited States of America - Scored 6.06.0
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
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- Scored 9.09.0Rated wonderfulWonderful · 2,035 reviewsVery 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.
NickUnited Kingdom - From $131.19 per nightScored 8.98.9Rated excellentExcellent · 1,881 reviewsI live in Costa Rica and stay at Studio Hotel quite often on trips to San Jose. I have a "favourite room" at the hotel - I requested it once earlier in the year. I didn't request it this time, nevertheless they put me in that room. That kind of attention to detail is why I stay. They are always right on top of it.
sarahUnited Kingdom - From $106.22 per nightScored 8.28.2Rated very goodVery Good · 1,211 reviewsSpotlessly clean in all areas. Twin double beds. Locally there are two shopping centres with wide range of eateries. Breakfast was good - buffet style Costa Rican. The staff were helpful with trying to call other locations where we may have left something. Great transit hotelPennwidowUnited Kingdom
- From $26.44 per nightScored 7.07.0Rated goodGood · 360 reviewsGreat Hotel with super prices! I stayed there a few nights...Payed the same I sometimes do for hostel dorms but had a very good, clean private room. Location is 5 minutes walk from downtown area and the people are nice and helpfulPPascalSwitzerland
- From $56.50 per nightScored 8.88.8Rated excellentExcellent · 1,682 reviewscozy hotel in the centre of San Jose owner was super nice and helpful room clean and with a safe very tasty continental breakfast included perfect spot to start/finish you Costa Rica trip
YannickGermany
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