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Grano de Oro Hotel

Hotel in San José

This luxurious hotel is located in San Jose City Centre and features an on-site gourmet restaurant, free parking and free Wi-Fi. Hotel Grano de Oro also offers massage services and a rooftop garden.

B
Bernhard
From
Monaco
Beautiful place close to downtown (about a 45 minute walk). We booked to stay the last two nights before leaving Costa Rica. Very friendly staff, had one excellent dinner at the restaurant. Nice room with everything you need. Free parking just across the street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 555 reviews
Price from
US$193.23
1 night, 2 adults

Apartotel Don Francisco

Hotel in San José

Located in San José, within 49 km of Poas National Park and 8.2 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Apartotel Don Francisco provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

E
Elaine
From
South Africa
Very clean, spacious self-catering apartment with helpful front desk.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
Price from
US$57.82
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.

T
Theo
From
Netherlands
For us this is the ideal combination to get adjusted to the time difference, have the restaurant Raw&Co Irgun 100m walk and a shopping mall Multi plaza within a 25 min walk.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 810 reviews
Price from
US$110.20
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.

S
Sue
From
United States
Breakfast was available for a reasonable charge. But we didn't eat there to avoid motionsickness while driving in the mountains. Room had a cute patio. Beautiful garden all around.. Took pictures.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews
Price from
US$110
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
Netherlands
Perfect. Everything. Service, breakfast all great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
US$203
1 night, 2 adults

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Hotel in San José

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.

O
Oliver
From
Switzerland
Very special place! Super friendly staff, interesting interior design.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,923 reviews
Price from
US$113.08
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel in San José

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.

G
Graeme
From
Thailand
Great location, clean comfortable room, helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,220 reviews
Price from
US$115.39
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Aranjuez

Hotel in San José

Hotel Aranjuez is an eco-friendly bed and breakfast hotel, hosted in five wooden houses built in the 30’s.

R
Ray
From
Australia
A stunningly beautiful hotel, extending over three or four adjoining properties. You have to admire the brilliant and bizarre artworks here, there and everywhere, the fantastic breakfast (with a staff member to cook eggs any way you want in addition to the standard fare), and the really comfortable room (I had one on the courtyard). A perfect sitting room and free coffee available all day meant I had the most relaxing time ever in a hotel. A beautiful (if expensive) restaurant next door (but with a Spanish restaurant alternative just 50 metres away. And there's a cinema just down the road.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
Price from
US$74.74
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Novo

Hotel in San José

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.

E
Elena
From
Russia
Room is comfortable, and everything is in a very good condition.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,458 reviews
Price from
US$47.32
1 night, 2 adults

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.

S
Sarah-Jane
From
United Kingdom
The swimming pool was wonderful. Our accommodation was amazing. The breakfast was delicious and very healthy. The staff were kind and courteous throughout.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,407 reviews
Price from
US$75
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in San José

  • Airport shuttle (free)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,543 reviews
    From US$113 per night
  • Airport shuttle (free)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,045 reviews
    From US$94.54 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 593 reviews
    From US$45.20 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 471 reviews
    From US$91.35 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 868 reviews
    From US$54.24 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
    From US$96.05 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,566 reviews
    From US$177.13 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,203 reviews
    From US$84.46 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
    From US$111.36 per night
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,220 reviews
    From US$119.96 per night

Most booked hotels in San José and surroundings in the past month

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,543 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,458 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in San José and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 786 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.

    From US$128.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,923 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$102.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,458 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$58.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,220 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$119.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 622 reviews

    Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center is located in the heart of San José and 100 metres from Costa Rica’s National Theatre and Plaza de la Cultura.

    From US$192.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,509 reviews

    Featuring neo-colonial architecture, a terrace, garden and swimming pool, Hotel Colonial is located 600 metres from San José main square and 5 minutes’ walk from the National Museum.

    From US$101.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 864 reviews

    Situated in San José, 50 km from Poas National Park, Hostel Shakti features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$40.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,045 reviews

    Located in the centre 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.

    From US$129.95 per night

Budget hotels in San José and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

    Situated within 46 km of Poas National Park and 3.6 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, SJO Oasis Hostel in San José features a bar and rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$129.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.5
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Hostal del Este Santa Fe is located in San José, 5.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 8.2 km from Parque Diversiones.

    From US$72.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Apartaestudios La capital is set in San José. It is located 49 km from Poas National Park and provides full-day security.

    From US$87.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Located in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Apartaestudios la capital offers air conditioning.

    From US$74.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

    Located in San José, 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, APARTAMENTO LA CAPITAL offers air conditioning.

    From US$74.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan...

    From US$56.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, 935 Lodge San José is an accommodation set in San José, 4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 5.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

    From US$62.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,273 reviews

    Hotel Maragato is located in San José's town centre and features an on-site restaurant, Free WiFi access and a tour desk.

    From US$84.75 per night

Hotels located in the centre of San José

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 972 reviews

    Set within 3 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.4 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Hotel La Castella provides rooms in San José. This 1-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Located 3.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 7.9 km from Parque Diversiones, Apartaestudio la capital provides accommodation situated in San José.

    From US$55.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

    Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Apartaestudios La capital offers air conditioning.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Set in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Apartaestudios La capital offers air conditioning.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, Hotel Latino offers accommodation in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 2.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

    From US$20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set 3.2 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 7.6 km from Parque Diversiones, Beautiful Apartment San Jose Downtown 5 offers accommodation located in San...

    From US$62.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Set 3.2 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 7.6 km from Parque Diversiones, Beautiful Apartment San Jose Downtown 6 offers accommodation located in San...

    From US$32.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Beautiful Apartment San Jose Downtown is located in San José, 3.2 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 7.6 km from Parque Diversiones.

    From US$33.90 per night

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What guests said about San José:

  • 10.0

    Vibrant busy city with lots of interesting things to see and...

    Vibrant busy city with lots of interesting things to see and do. Name a brand and you can find it in the stores although it may be a bit on the pricey side. The one thing that struck us almost immediately was how clean things are, and the people are warm, welcoming and patient with us folks who can barely speak Spanish.
    Guest review by
    David
    Barbados
  • 10.0

    Excellent port of entry to visit lots of Costa Rican gems!

    Excellent port of entry to visit lots of Costa Rican gems! Whether you are looking for adventure or chill beach vibes, this is the place with lots of access to tours from the city. And the city itself has a very robust historical, art and cultural experiences. Would recommend. Predominantly Spanish speaking, but lots of nationals will speak some English! So language barrier isn't a huge concern.
    Guest review by
    Julene
    Jamaica
  • 4.0

    We spent the first and last night of our trip to Costa Rica...

    We spent the first and last night of our trip to Costa Rica in San José, but in retrospect, that was one night too many. Due to the traffic chaos, it simply takes too long to get to the hotels in San José, so you lose the desire to really explore the city.
    Guest review by
    Robert
    Germany
  • 6.0

    San Jose is a patchwork of beautiful sites amidst a chaotic...

    San Jose is a patchwork of beautiful sites amidst a chaotic mess of traffic-riddled highways. We didn't really stay long enough to give it an accurate review, but our short stay was not encouraging. We spent most of our time in Costa Rica on the Pacific Coast, which was quite pleasant.
    Guest review by
    Joshua
    United States
  • 8.0

    In general the city hasn't much to it - the best part is...

    In general the city hasn't much to it - the best part is getting out on tours to see some nature! Traffic is also terrible at peak times, sometimes tripling the time is takes to get somewhere. Overall I had an enjoyable experience, but was reliant on tours, organised activities, extensive research on restaurants and Uber to get around.
    Guest review by
    Karen
    Ireland
  • 4.0

    As much as we like the hotel we we're impressed with the...

    As much as we like the hotel we we're impressed with the city It was dirty, sad and unpleasant city while la fortuna is exact opposite I hope they work in San Jose and improve the city. It really could attack people if this city will clean up with some good parks and development Good luck
    Guest review by
    Monir
    Argentina

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  • From US$42.94 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,001 reviews
    It is a wonderful small hotel conveniently located in downtown San Jose, at a walking distance from everything you likely want to see in the capital, with good restaurants nearby. It is very safe, open 24 h, well taken care of, with a very pleasant, relaxing, friendly atmosphere. A great base to explore San Jose and have tours around. You can always expect help and good advice at this place. Strongly recommended.
    Guest review by
    Sergey
    United States
  • From US$146.67 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,495 reviews
    Great apartment in a great location. It was our first stop in Costa Rica and we can recommend this place to all tourists who arrive to the country. Plenty of bars, restaurants and cafes in the neighborhood (within 5 minutes walk) in a safe area. It is a 30 minutes walk to the downtown. Apartment and the building are new. Easy to get there by taxi from the airport.
    Guest review by
    Bernhard
    Germany
  • From US$45.09 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,201 reviews
    Small budget hotel in a quiet area close to the center of San Jose. It has this traditional style that has its charme. The breakfast offer is coffee or tea with scrambled eggs and rice with beans - no other options offered. It is a solid option for a short stay on a budget. Staff is very friendly and accommodating, it definitely helps to bring some Spanish.
    Guest review by
    Oliver
    Germany
  • From US$84.75 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 739 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!
    Guest review by
    Elisson
    Portugal
  • From US$176.17 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 510 reviews
    Authentic Costa Rican hotel with rustic decor . Close to the airport so good for arrival/departure, without having to go into San Jose. Also airport pick up was handy.
    Guest review by
    Fiona
    United Kingdom