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A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.

A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.

1. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Juan

NZ$217

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a large TV screen displaying a movie.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

2. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Jessica

NZ$204

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern bar area with wicker chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles.

A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

3. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

Nicole

NZ$222

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

A stationary bike in a gym with a digital display and a mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

4. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Cacique

John Ross

NZ$214

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. There are two paintings on the walls and a large window.

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Kimberly

NZ$238

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Ciudad Cariari

Alexis

NZ$170

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

A table with two chairs, a drink, candles, and string lights.

A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There are large windows with wooden frames and artwork on the walls.

A small house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of plants.

7. Villa San Ignacio

Tambor

CURTIS

NZ$129

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

8. Hotel Mango

Cacique

Robert

NZ$176

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative pebbled walkway.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, tables, and pendant lights. Large windows offer a view of the cityscape.

A spacious living area with a large window, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

9. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

San José

Yehuda

NZ$207

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

A restaurant with a bar area, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

A paved road flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a small white building with a tiled roof.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, and curtains.

10. Hotel Aeropuerto

San Antonio

Michael

NZ$177

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

A person holding a wine glass at a bar with sushi appetizers on the counter.

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, arched doorways, and a view of the city at night.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, comfortable seating, a television, and a fireplace.

11. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

La Asunción

Jeffrey

NZ$299

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A pool area with sun loungers and a bar.

A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, a glass railing, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a long counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and three bar stools.

12. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

La Ribera

Jean Pierre

NZ$305

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.

A hotel entrance with a large archway, a reception desk, and a crosswalk leading to the entrance.

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, wooden beams on the ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

A modern indoor dining area with round tables and wicker chairs, featuring a central island and framed black-and-white photographs on the walls.

13. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Ciudad Cariari

Thomas

NZ$174

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a colorful mural, a seating area, and lush green plants.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched gazebo.

A lobby with a chandelier, stone walls, and a reception desk.

A buffet area with various food items, a refrigerated display, and a view of tropical plants through large windows.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Ciudad Cariari

Nelia

NZ$222

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, a wooden overhang, and a welcoming sign.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, a sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a plant.

15. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

San Rafael

Raymond

NZ$158

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging wine glasses, and tropical fruits like bananas and pineapple.

A hotel with a sign reading "LAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House".

A narrow outdoor corridor with a wooden door, a small table and chairs, and hanging flower baskets.

16. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Corazón de Jesús

Jason

NZ$58

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and a view of mountains.

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves. There are bar stools and a counter with a green tiled backsplash.

A modern outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a view of distant buildings.

A spacious lounge with a high ceiling, large windows offering a city view, and modern furniture.

17. Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

Ulloa

sergey

NZ$220

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, hanging pendant lights, and a bar counter with stools.

An indoor garden with a stone pathway, seating area, and large tropical plants.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

18. La Riviera Hotel B&B

San Antonio de Belen

Jessie

NZ$183

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, featuring a large entrance canopy and a well-maintained landscaped area with palm trees and shrubs.

A modern dining area with wicker chairs and a wooden table, surrounded by potted plants and abstract art on the walls.

19. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Pozos

David

NZ$205

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern lobby with a high ceiling, geometric light fixtures, and contemporary furniture.

A modern bar area with a large flat-screen TV, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar area, and seating.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a modern building with a glass facade, and a sign for "PIZZA REPUBLICA".

20. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Santa Ana

Ronald

NZ$230

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San José

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were fantastic, breakfast top notch, and room clean. I wasn’t a fan of the coffee pot being broken in our room but truly enjoyed having the small kitchen to put away food or beverages"

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

8/10 Good

"It is a Good place with continental breakfast a litte better the the others competitors!"

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Great place in nice area with good restaurants close to SJO airport."

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I have stayed at this hotel 3 times. I appreciate its proximity to both the domestic and international airports. The shuttle runs 24 hours."

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"La piscina estupenda y la atención del personal muy buena"

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed the stay."

Hotel Mango

10/10 Excellent

"Mango is a great place to stop before and after the airport. I wish I had discovered it sooner. It will be my "go to" airport hotel in Costa Rica. Dinner was delicious, the staff was very kind, the pool and outdoor areas were relaxing. The rooms were basic, but clean and comfortable. They provided an airport shuttle at 4 am and included cookies and coffee at that hour."

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

8/10 Good

"The amenities were good, however the check in and out staff not so much, very hostile and unfriendly. The checkout time very early. I don’t see me staying there again."

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente servicio. El personal es muy atento y amables. El espacio es limpio y acogedor. Le doy un 10/10."

More cheap accommodation in San José

Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

NZ$38

9 Oct - 10 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (263 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

NZ$58

5 Oct - 6 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (607 reviews)

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

NZ$59

2 Nov - 3 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

NZ$67

5 Oct - 6 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)

1915 Hotel

Downtown Alajuela Alajuela

NZ$124

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (96 reviews)

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela

NZ$130

8 Oct - 9 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (755 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in San José?

The best areas to stay in San José are Escazú or Santa Ana, both known for their upscale amenities and convenient access to the city's highlights.Escazú is a popular choice for those seeking a sophisticated base. It's an affluent suburb west of the city centre, known for its modern shopping centres, high-quality restaurants, and pleasant residential areas. The main thoroughfare, Avenida Escazú, offers a range of dining and shopping options, and it's well-connected for exploring both San José and the surrounding Central Valley.For couples looking for a relaxed yet refined experience, Escazú offers a good balance. You'll find boutique hotels and luxurious accommodations with features like outdoor pools and high-end fitness equipment. The area provides a tranquil escape from the city's hustle but keeps you close to cultural attractions and gourmet dining.Santa Ana, just west of Escazú, provides a similar upscale experience with a slightly more laid-back character. It's known for its well-maintained streets, golf courses, and a growing number of excellent eateries. It benefits from its proximity to the main highway, making day trips to areas like Poás Volcano or the Pacific coast quite straightforward.For business travellers, Santa Ana is particularly convenient due to its easy access to corporate parks and the international airport, which is about a 20-minute drive away.

When is the best time to go to San José?

The best time to visit San José, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica, is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.During these months, you'll experience pleasant, sunny weather with less humidity, making it ideal for exploring the city and enjoying outdoor activities. Temperatures are consistently warm, typically ranging from the low 20s to high 20s Celsius. This period is superb for travellers who want to avoid heavy rain and prefer clear skies for sightseeing.For those looking to explore the natural beauty surrounding San José, such as visiting volcanoes or coffee plantations, the dry season ensures better road conditions and clearer views. It's also an excellent time for couples who enjoy walking around and discovering local markets or historical sites without the interruption of rain showers.While the dry season is popular, it also means it's peak tourist season, so you might find more people around and potentially higher prices for flights and accommodation.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in San José.

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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in San José?

Prices for hotels in San José often vary, but you can find a great deal from NZ$38 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.

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Our top choices for San José hotels

1. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

2. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

4. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

7. Villa San Ignacio

8. Hotel Mango

9. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

10. Hotel Aeropuerto

11. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

12. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

13. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

15. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

16. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

17. Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

18. La Riviera Hotel B&B

19. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

20. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Top San José Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San José

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hotel Mango

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

More cheap accommodation in San José

Hotel Pacandé

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Toucan Hostel

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

1915 Hotel

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

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