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Beautiful aerial view of the city Tres Rios Costa Rica in the sunset
Beautiful aerial view of the city Tres Rios Costa Rica in the sunset
Aerial View of La Sabana, rohrmoser, pavas, and Escazu
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Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

4 out of 5
Calle Central y Tercera Av. 15 San Francisco San Jose
The price is NZ$211 per night from 5 June to 6 June
NZ$211
5 June - 6 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,247 reviews)
Beautiful property. Except breakfast buffet and terrific restaurant and bar onsite. Pool area is beautiful and spacious

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
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$273 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$273
25 May - 26 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! (2,469 reviews)
ideal para viajeros

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
The price is NZ$251 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$251
29 May - 30 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,035 reviews)
Staff was friendly and helpful

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Barceló San José
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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! (756 reviews)
Great location, nice pool, v clean, super bfast, excellent staff. Nice to have AC after days in the jungle!

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

3.5 out of 5
San José, Barrio Escalante. San José San José
Stay at this apartment in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews)
The condo was clean but smelled of disinfectant. The smell was so unpleasant that I had to keep the window open all the time. Although the window stayed open for the entire time, the smell remained. As soon as I stepped into this condo, I called the BEE management and asked for a different condo, ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
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Popular places to visit

Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica

Sabana Park

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Sabana Park
Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana

National Stadium of Costa Rica

Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

National Stadium of Costa Rica
Parque Central de San José en Costa Rica

Central Park

You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Central Park
Parque Viva

Parque Viva

Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Parque Viva
Beautiful aerial view of the Morazan Park in Costa Rica

Morazan Park

Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Morazan Park
Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica

National Theater of Costa Rica

4/5(2 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

National Theater of Costa Rica

Activities

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

NZ$146
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

NZ$94
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

NZ$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

NZ$229
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

NZ$306
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

NZ$287
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
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Cities near San Francisco

San José

San José