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Canal Grande Lodge
Hotel in Piedades
Located in Piedades, 42 km from Poas National Park, Canal Grande Lodge provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
L
Lena
From
GermanyLovely and very attentive staff. A great, newly renovated place with amazing views of San José.
Very clean, modern and spacious rooms. Nice outdoor area. Good breakfast. We absolutely loved it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 393 reviews
Price from
US$135
1 night, 2 adults
Lauraceas Lodge
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Located in San Gerardo de Dota, 19 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Lauraceas Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Guests can enjoy mountain views.
L
Luis Miguel
From
Costa RicaLaureceas Lodge exceeded our expectations. Incredible scenery, the room has an incredible view of the Savegre river and the sound of the river helps you sleep. It is very cold at night and the rooms have enough blankets, they even offer heaters for the room in case you need it. The food in the restaurant is great, all using fresh local ingredients, the coffee is some of the best we've had, it's produced on site and you're included in the room to try it. We will definitely go back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 383 reviews
Price from
US$134
1 night, 2 adults
Las Cataratas Lodge
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Situated in San Gerardo de Dota, 13 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Las Cataratas Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
A
Arend-Jan
From
NetherlandsVery nicely locate in the Quetzal mountains. Loved the small set up of this place. Cabines are simple but comfortable and blend in with the surrounding. There are two lovely trails for hiking, a pond with fishes and hummingbird are buzzing around the area. The staff was very friendly and appriciated that everything that we consumed could be add to our master bill and paid on departure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews
Price from
US$75
1 night, 2 adults
Viajero San José Hostel
Hotel in San José
Situated in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 49 km, Viajero San José Hostel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a...
S
Sebastian
From
GermanyOutstanding! Just like most viajero hostels. Lots of communal space. Friendly staff. Clean facilities. I felt safe in the area. I would definitely stay there again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$39.60
1 night, 2 adults
Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa
Hotel in San Gerardo de Dota
Set in Providencia, 42 km from Manuel Antonio, Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa features a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.
A
Adam
From
United KingdomThe whole experience from start to finish was delightful. A wonderful location in a remote part of the countryside with great facilities and helpful staff. One of the best places we stayed at on our trip to Costa Rica.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 879 reviews
Price from
US$177.60
1 night, 2 adults
La Princesa Hotel
Hotel in San Isidro
Situated in San Isidro, 33 km from Cerro de la Muerte, La Princesa Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
D
David
From
United KingdomVery well equipped accommodation in an excellent position with helpful and friendly proprietors. Good views across San Isidro and lots of birdlife in the garden.An excellent breakfast was also provided.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews
Price from
US$75
1 night, 2 adults
Apartotel Don Francisco
Hotel in San José
Apartotel Don Francisco is located in San José, within 49 km of Poas National Park and 8.2 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.
A
Andreas
From
Germanycomfortable beds!
excellent shower
AC + 2 Fans (didn't need them though)
friendly staff
quiet
safe location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
Price from
US$63.08
1 night, 2 adults
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Hotel in San José
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.
R
Ronan
From
IrelandEverything....Staff, pools, accomodation, security, buildings, internet, breakfast, location.....
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 846 reviews
Price from
US$107.45
1 night, 2 adults
Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel
Hotel in San José
Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel offers direct access to Cariari Golf Course and transportation to Juan Santamaría International Airport, which is 5 km away.
c
carolina
From
NetherlandsClose to the airport. We got an upgrade to a bigger room, very comfy bed, super clean. The owner is a very nice lady, she gave us advice on restaurants in the area and we got some chocolates from her. Breakfast was good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Price from
US$120
1 night, 2 adults
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
Hotel in San José
Pura vida (pure life) is the Costa Rican motto for embracing all the magic life has to offer.
B
BAM
From
NetherlandsPerfect. Everything. Service, breakfast all great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Price from
US$179.25
1 night, 2 adults
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San José's best hotels with breakfast
Harmony Hotel by Haven
Hotel in San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Situated in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park, Harmony Hotel by Haven features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace.
From US$94.92 per night
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Hotel in San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in San José. This 3-star hotel offers a casino.
From US$163.29 per night
Chirripo Art Hotel
Hotel in Chimirol
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Located in Chimirol, 34 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Chirripo Art Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
From US$419 per night
Casa 41
Hotel in Escazu
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Located in Escazu, 6.1 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa 41 provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
From US$231.65 per night
Hotel Hacienda El Rodeo
Hotel in Rodeo
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Located in Rodeo, 19 km from Parque Viva, Hotel Hacienda El Rodeo provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
From US$125 per night
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Hotel in San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,779 reviews
Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, Urban Green Hotel & Suites features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a casino.
From US$112.38 per night
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Hotel in San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,114 reviews
Set in San José, 250 metres from National Theatre of Costa Rica, Hotel Cultura Plaza features a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property.
From US$130.04 per night
Hotel Aranjuez
Hotel in San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,244 reviews
Hotel Aranjuez is an eco-friendly bed and breakfast hotel, hosted in five wooden houses built in the 30’s.
From US$84.46 per night
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Set in Potrerillos, 40 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Boutique CasAguacate close to Airport, Pedregal, Centro de Convenciones de Costa Rica offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking,...
From US$80.34 per night
Hotel Novo
Hotel in San José
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,481 reviews
Offering a restaurant, Hotel Novo is located in San José City Centre, just a 10-minute walk from the National Theatre. It features free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.
From US$64.41 per night
Posada el Quijote
Hotel in San José
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,397 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.
From US$84.75 per night
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Hotel in San José
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,747 reviews
The colonial-style Costa Rica Guesthouse offers a green tropical garden and patio with complimentary Wi-Fi and two private parking. Coworking space for an additional fee.
From US$39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,162 reviews
Just 7 kilometers from Juan Santamaría International Airport you’ll find City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica, a practical and convenient hotel in Costa Rica.Whether you’re traveling for...
From US$120.91 per night
Hotel Casa Roland San Jose
Hotel in San José
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,604 reviews
Set in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Casa Roland San Jose offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.
From US$87.46 per night
Fleur de Lys
Hotel in San José
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,908 reviews
Located in the centre of San José, Fleur de Lys offers individually decorated rooms set in a Victorian mansion. It features an attractive terrace, gardens and a restaurant.
Otoya 1907 Hotel
Hotel in San José
Cheap hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 961 reviews
Located in San José, within 50 km of Poas National Park and 3.9 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Otoya 1907 Hotel provides accommodation with a shared lounge.
From US$72.32 per night
Hotels in San José that you can book without a credit card
Gran Hotel Desamparados
Hotel in Desamparados
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Set in Desamparados, within 8.4 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 10 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Gran Hotel Desamparados provides accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.
From US$63.28 per night
Donguis Rooms
Hotel in San Pablo
No credit card needed
Donguis Rooms is located in San Pablo. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk and a flat-screen TV.
From US$45.20 per night
Penthouse 333
Hotel in Escazu
No credit card needed
Located in Escazu, 45 km from Poas National Park, Penthouse 333 provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.
From US$144.11 per night
Costa Rica Walk in
Hotel in San José
No credit card needed
Located in San José and within 42 km of Poas National Park, Costa Rica Walk in features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.
From US$41.81 per night
Donguis Rooms
Hotel in San Pablo
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review
Set in San Pablo, 41 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester, Donguis Rooms offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.
From US$40.68 per night
Taormina Hotel y Casino
Hotel in San José
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, Taormina Hotel y Casino features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a spa and wellness centre.
From US$152.55 per night
Hotel Posada Don Tobias
Hotel in San José
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Hotel Posada Don Tobias is located in San José, within 3.1 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.6 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.
From US$37.57 per night
Mario's Lodge Providencia
Hotel in Copey
No credit card needed
Situated in Copey, 26 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Mario's Lodge Providencia features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
From US$75.26 per night
San José highlights
Historic San José
Discover neoclassical architecture and fascinating museums in the Costa Rican capital, including the National Theatre, Cathedral and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum.
Jacó
From its rainforest backdrop, sweeping beaches and outstanding surf, tointernational restaurants and buzzing nightclubs, Jacó has something for everyone.
Climbing the Poás Volcano
The steep hike up this active volcano is rewarded with stunning views of the crater, lake and lush Central Valley.
Manuel Antonio
Where the jungle meets the Pacific, Manuel Antonio offers wild beaches and tropical rainforest brimming with an abundance of wildlife.
Surfing
Both Pacific and Caribbean coasts offer fantastic breaks for all abilities. Hotspots include Tamarindo, Playa Hermosa, Dominical and Puerto Viejo.
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Shrouded in mist, this primeval rainforest is a nature lover’s paradise. Suspension bridges provide bird’s-eye views of the canopy.
Arenal National Park
La Fortuna town is the perfect gateway to steaming volcanoes, bubbling hot springs and zip-line adventures through colourful vegetation.
Turtle-watching in Tortuguero National Park
These wetlands are a year-round home to jaguars and crocodiles, while nesting season sees Tortuguero’s beaches filled with sea turtles.
Nicoya Peninsula
Experience Costa Rica’s famous pura vida with endless unspoilt beaches and laid-back villages like Santa Teresa, Sámara and Montezuma.
Rafting in Turrialba
The tumbling rapids of the Pacuare River make the Turrialba Valley one of the world's best white-water rafting spots.
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8.0
Lots of reviews say not to spend too long in san jose as...
Lots of reviews say not to spend too long in san jose as there is nothing to do. But i disagree. I spent 5 nights there and found lots of places to see.. visit.. eat at ..different neighbourhoods.
There are free walking tours in the city that give you lots of information, lots of museums, lots of shops, lots of day trips nearby, lots of coffee tours nearby, lots of pubs to crawl and lots of costa rican hospitality!
Guest review by
AnwaraUnited Kingdom
10
It's beautiful, lots of nice restaurants, The Pizzeria Los...
It's beautiful, lots of nice restaurants, The Pizzeria Los Colibries, chef Victor, was fabulous and not expensive plus all organic. Nice restaurants all throughout the valley although all were associated with Lodges we did not stay at.
Guest review by
ThomasUnited States
10
The area of Copey is very beautiful with all its mountains ,...
The area of Copey is very beautiful with all its mountains , river, and forests. It is usually cold, especially at nighttime. Ii is a great place to go to get away from it all and just relax in nature!
Guest review by
Emma DeannaCosta Rica
10
Vista Canyon Inns was highly recommended by my Doctor and...
Vista Canyon Inns was highly recommended by my Doctor and they did not disappoint me. Mr. Dr. and the hospital were minutes away and the hotel arranged all my transportation. Great restaurants of all varieties and prices were within a short ride or UBER Eats. Loved this part of the Central Valley. The mall is huge but, very expensive.
Much better than staying in SAN JOSE.
Guest review by
Marsha WaddelowUnited States
8.0
Escazu is a lovely suburb of San Jose and I go there to see...
Escazu is a lovely suburb of San Jose and I go there to see my dentist (Go NOVA Dental CR!) -- it's a huge center for dental tourism. Otherwise there are many more compelling places to visit in CR.
Guest review by
Robin DrulardUnited States
10
Rivas is a great location to base yourself.
Rivas is a great location to base yourself. It's easily reachable from San Jose via good quality roads. Rivas has a great selection of national parks to visit, plenty of local restaurants and other attractions to visit and keep you busy. Additionally, it is close enough to the East coast to be a great base for day trips. We travelled to both Dominical and Uvita in under two hours. This puts a large number of other national parks within easy reach.
Guest review by
Anonymous8.0
It feels safe, even at night to walk around. lots of shops...
It feels safe, even at night to walk around. lots of shops and restaurants within walking distance.
Traffic is very heavy though and you have to pay attention crossing the street.
Feels like an upper class neighborhood that is fairly well kept up.
Also on the bus line and have never had a problem getting an Uber there.
Guest review by
frenchUnited States
8.0
The city itself has few tourist attractions.
The city itself has few tourist attractions. We loved the National Museum, especially the butterfly room. One day is probably sufficient to see the main attractions, but it's worthwhile to stay a little bit longer. There are other attractions outside the city, but you need to make on-line reservations ahead of time.
Guest review by
5lucas0Brazil
10
I really enjoyed the bird feeders off the deck.
I really enjoyed the bird feeders off the deck. I felt that for the price of the room, breakfast should have been included in the price, which is very typical in Costa Rica. The diner and breakfast were very good.
Guest review by
AnnCosta Rica
8.0
It is really nice, we went to Savegre for dinner since we...
It is really nice, we went to Savegre for dinner since we had a reservation made on one restaurant there, but I am sure that if you plan the trip to fully stay on Copey you would find a lot to see, walk and do there. If you decide to go and visit Savegre take into consideration that it is a 40min drive
Guest review by
KimettCosta Rica
