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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.

7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
2,399 reviews
Price from$92.65per night
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu, Costa Rica, hotel in San José

Featuring 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.

8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
3,060 reviews
Price from$106.25per night
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas, hotel in San José

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.

8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
2,064 reviews
Price from$94.50per night
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica, hotel in San José

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

7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
3,022 reviews
Price from$115per night
City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica, hotel in San José

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.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
1,243 reviews
Price from$87per 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.

8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
2,449 reviews
Price from$164.97per 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.

7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
1,574 reviews
Price from$78.23per night
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton, hotel in San José

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.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,287 reviews
Price from$170.06per night
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District, hotel in San José

Located in the center 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.

7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
1,481 reviews
Price from$109per night
Barceló San José, hotel in San José

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

8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
3,553 reviews
Price from$71.68per night
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San José's best hotels with breakfast

  • Park Inn San Jose by Radisson
    Breakfast options

    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.

    massive room fabulous gym great location friendly staff

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,449 reviews
  • Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu, Costa Rica
    Breakfast options

    Featuring 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!

    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,060 reviews
  • Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
    Breakfast options

    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

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,287 reviews
  • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
    Breakfast options

    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!!

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,662 reviews
  • Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
    Breakfast options

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

    The staff. Size of bedroom. Bathroom. Restaurant.

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,022 reviews
  • Barceló San José
    Breakfast options

    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

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,553 reviews
  • Studio Hotel Boutique
    Breakfast options

    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.

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,829 reviews
  • Hilton Cariari DoubleTree San Jose - Costa Rica
    Breakfast options

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

    Very friendly Service / employees - clean room

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,271 reviews

Budget hotels in San José

  • City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica
    Cheap hotel

    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

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,243 reviews
  • Hotel Casa Roland San Jose
    Cheap hotel

    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.

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,139 reviews
  • Fleur de Lys
    Cheap hotel

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

    Comfortable hotel and very friendly staff. Breakfast was great

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,729 reviews
  • Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
    Cheap hotel

    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

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,064 reviews
  • El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
    Cheap hotel

    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!

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,196 reviews
  • Hotel Otoya 1907 Downtown
    Cheap hotel

    Located in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 31 miles, Hotel Otoya 1907 Downtown provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant.

    Good location, simple but organised room with all you need

    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 357 reviews
  • Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
    Cheap hotel

    Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana has accommodations in San José near La Sabana Metropolitan Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

    Great location, friendly staff, spacious room, breakfast

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 853 reviews
  • Hotel Villa Zurqui
    Cheap hotel

    Located in San Jerónimo, 8.7 mi from San José, Hotel Villa Zurqui features a restaurant, bar and free WiFi throughout the lobby. Free private parking is available on site.

    Personal muy amable y servicial. Totalment recomendable.

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 597 reviews

Hotels located in the center of San José

  • La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments
    Central location

    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

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,985 reviews
  • Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
    Central location

    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.

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 381 reviews
  • Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
    Central location

    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.

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 534 reviews
  • Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
    Central location

    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

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 464 reviews
  • Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
    Central location

    Located 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...

    Everything was clan. A very good escape to rest and enjoy.

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 460 reviews
  • Hyatt Place San Jose Pinares
    Central location

    Located within the Momentum Shopping Center, Hyatt Place San Jose Pinares offers an outdoor pool, and 24-hour gym. Each stylish room has free Wi-Fi and city views.

    comfortable rooms, location to shops and restaurants

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 485 reviews
  • Hilton San Jose La Sabana
    Central location

    Hilton San Jose La Sabana in San José features 4-star accommodations with a terrace and a bar. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a fitness center, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna.

    Amazing service, comfortable rooms, tasty breakfast

    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 689 reviews
  • Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments San Jose
    Central location

    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

    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 290 reviews

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What Guests Said About San José:

  • 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
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Great city.

    Great city. Nice and friendly people with plenty of places to visit, especially their natural parks. Food is good, and the water is safe to drink in the city. Although the locals warned me to be cautious but I felt safe.
    Chep
    Switzerland
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    We were in San Jose for 2 days; meeting a group coming in...

    We were in San Jose for 2 days; meeting a group coming in from the USA to walk The Camino de Costa Rica so met our outfitter and guide. We visited the Jade Museum and would have gone to the Gold Museum if we had time. We did a long walk in the city to visit a famous hotel ( Grano de Oro). It's a busy city during the day and we were warned not to walk alone at night.
    Barbara Phinney
    United States of America

Explore guest reviews of hotels in San José

  • From $40.68 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 914 reviews
    I stayed at Hostel Shakti for one night while passing through San Jose. I did leave early in the morning so did not experience Breakfast. Shakti was a very nice hostel. Very clean and super cute. It had very good access to the downtown merchants and food places. Later at night the merchants and restaurants around the hostel did close so you should know to get dinner before you come back to the hostel it is later. There was a wonderful porch terrace at the hostel and I enjoyed speaking with fellow travelers there.
    Carol Rene
    United States of America
  • From $190.97 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 366 reviews
    Probably one of the most wonderful hotel experiences I have ever had. Beautiful architecture and decor, mountain views, and excellent service from the staff. Everything was over the top. They offer an incredible breakfast spread (with many, many juices). Pool/bar area is very luxurious. Adjacent to several shops, a spa, grocery, food truck court (very nice, with a large, collaborative patio area, and restaurants. Also very close to the San Jose airport. We will return to this magnificent hotel again!
    Linda
    United States of America
  • From $108.42 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 850 reviews
    Beautiful property. This house that has been turned into a hotel is very luxurious. It also was very clean with no black mold. We arrived in Costa Rica during the rainy season. I am sensitive to black mold. Every hotel we stayed at but this one has a black mold issue. This one does not. It has a beautiful pool, beautiful view, this is the nicest non-chain hotel I found in San Jose Costa Rica. I liked this hotel so much we came back a day early to San Jose so we could stay here again.
    Katherine
    United States of America
  • From $176.80 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,553 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
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,985 reviews
    La 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.
    maarten
    Netherlands
  • From $82.51 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 833 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 $180.80 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 708 reviews
    We booked this hotel last minute for just the one night, but we were very glad that we did. For the price, the hotel is very well equipped and the staff were very friendly. Breakfast was also very good (one of the best banana breads I’ve ever had in fact). We were glad to be in downtown for anyone unsure which area to stay in.
    Kyle
    United Kingdom
  • From $45.20 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 327 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!
    john
    United States of America
  • From $96.73 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 705 reviews
    The 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
    Alan
    United Kingdom
  • From $97.02 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 587 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 $228.60 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,287 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 $96.05 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,729 reviews
    The hotel is in a great location, very central, within a walking distance from the major tourist attractions in downtown San Jose and represents great value for money. The breakfast was tasty and good portion size. The building has a nice historical feel to it, especially inside.
    Michał
    Poland
  • From $207.13 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,449 reviews
    Not far from the airport, seems a quiet area but as it was Sunday I can't confirm. Big room, comfortable beds, big bathroom, very good standard. Big breakfast buffet (now after some days traveling in Costa Rica 4 stars hotels I can confirm it was one of the best!) Helpful staff.
    Jeanette
    Austria
  • From $106.79 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,064 reviews
    Hotel is well located close to downtown San Jose at walking distance from parks, restaurants and museums. Parking is closed gate and there is 24h security, which helps with safety. Wifi was really good and breakfast had a lot of variety.
    Rafael
    United States of America
  • From $131.19 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,829 reviews
    Great area not far from San Jose. The swimming pool on top of the hotel with the fantastic view of the nearby mountains. Also the huge tree with the surround sitting area at the entrance area.
    herman
    Canada
  • From $105.11 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 33 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)
    A
    Anonymous
    Austria
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 462 reviews
    I loved the location, it is just in the downtown of San Jose, plus everything is around the corner, food, tourist places, parks, museums. All that just in a 5-minute walk.
    Vanegas
    Nicaragua
  • From $148.88 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,060 reviews
    The hotel was only fifteen minutes from the airport and downtown area. Restaurant on the premises. Escazu shopping mall within walking distance. Enclosed pool and gym.
    Dougal
    United States of America
  • From $101.43 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,692 reviews
    The hotel was situated downtown so easy to walk to see sites in San José.
    Ariane
    United Kingdom
  • From $63.16 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,251 reviews
    It was in the middle of downtown San José.
    P. Ruiz
    United States of America

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