Central Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Central Valley
Central Valley
Central Valley
Central Valley
Central Valley

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Where to stay in Central Valley

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La California

5/5(1 area review)

Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.

La California
Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline

Barrio Escalante

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

Barrio Escalante
Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline

Hospital

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Hospital
La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

La Sabana
National Museum of Costa Rica in San Jose, photo taken on December 30, 2020

Catedral

If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

Catedral
Aerial View of La Sabana, rohrmoser, pavas, and Escazu

Pavas

While Pavas isn't home to many top sights, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Plaza Itskazú are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pavas
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is NZ$270 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$270
30 May - 31 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,487 reviews)
Perfect stay for late flight arrivals. It’s 5 min from the airport, there was a shuttle to bring us at the hotel. The breakfast was delicious and the room was clean. It was easy for us to hit the road the next day.

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

4.5 out of 5
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
The price is NZ$358 per night from 5 June to 6 June
NZ$358
5 June - 6 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
The Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belén is the place to be if you need to stay in San José for one or two days. First of all, the building itself is stunning, and the surrounding gardens are beautifully maintained. It feels like a peaceful oasis and offers a striking contrast to the rest of ...

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
The price is NZ$240 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$240
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,782 reviews)
It was a great stay with friendly staff and great food in the restaurant.

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 out of 5
East side of Costa Rica Country Club San Rafael
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (993 reviews)
Very clean and spacious. Staff was extremely helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

3.5 out of 5
300 meters north ICE building San José San Jose
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (757 reviews)
Second stay here great place excellent breakfast

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Apartotel Tairona

Apartotel Tairona

3 out of 5
75 metros Oeste de Taco Bell San Pedro San José
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in San Pedro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (138 reviews)
no A/C floors need to be replaced hotel and rooms are a little old but it was clean and no issues. People are very nice and for the rate, it is a good option

Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Apartotel Tairona
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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