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A courtyard with stone flooring, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and a view of the outdoor patio.

A pool area with a pergola, surrounded by tropical plants and a building with yellow walls.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and potted plants.

1. Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde

Orotina

Estrella

NZ$257

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a lush green landscape.

A pool area with a tree overhead, surrounded by various plants and a seating area.

A modern interior with large sliding glass doors, potted plants, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a round mirror, a vanity with a marble countertop, and a chair.

2. The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

Jesús

Deidree Valarie

NZ$700

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with pillows, a sofa, and a wooden table.

A room with a bed, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

A garden pathway with stepping stones surrounded by lush tropical foliage.

3. Eden Atenas

Mercedes

Ken

NZ$156

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A kitchen with a wooden bar, stools, a refrigerator with magnets, and hanging plants.

A spacious indoor area with wooden furniture, including chairs and a table, and a stone wall in the background.

A house with a stone exterior and a wooden front porch.

A grassy area with a banana tree and a fence.

4. Casa Amanecer Bed & Breakfast

San Juan

vishal

NZ$199

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the surrounding greenery.

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

A house with a covered porch, a small staircase, and a sign indicating 'Villa 9'.

A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

5. Hotel Colinas del Sol

Atenas

Alexander

NZ$229

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A pool surrounded by lush greenery, a wooden structure, and a staircase leading up to a rock formation.

A house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A pathway leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and a sign with a phone number.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lush green landscape.

6. Hotel Cerro Lodge

Lagunillas

Jon

NZ$124

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

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

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating, a green wall with hanging plants, and large windows.

7. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

San José

Yehuda

NZ$215

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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

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

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

A swimming pool with a patio area, surrounded by lush greenery and a white wall with butterfly decorations.

8. Hotel Aeropuerto

San Antonio

Michael

NZ$160

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern building with a covered outdoor area and a garden with hydrangea plants.

A modern building with large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and white hydrangea flowers.

A reception area with a wooden bench, a wall of stacked logs, a wooden door, and a stone wall with a sink and mirror.

A modern house with a glass facade, surrounded by a garden with white flowers, and tall trees in the background.

9. Chayote Lodge

Cirrí Sur

Matthias

NZ$562

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

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

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.

10. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Juan

NZ$214

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A pool area with a hammock, lounge chairs, and a tree.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a ceiling fan, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A narrow, enclosed shower area with a wooden door and tiled walls, surrounded by lush greenery.

A hallway with a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery and a tiled floor.

11. Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique

Guacima

Shantha

NZ$133

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.

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

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

12. Hotel Mango

Cacique

Robert

NZ$162

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

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

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.

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

13. Villa San Ignacio

Tambor

CURTIS

NZ$127

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A clear swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall.

A wooden-floored hallway with a couch, a guitar, and a sign reading "Soft Voices Yogain Session".

A large estate with multiple houses, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.

A wooden deck with two Adirondack chairs and a small table, overlooking a lush landscape with hills and trees.

14. Vida Mountain Resort & Spa - Adults Only

Piedades Sur

Chad

NZ$323

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A building with multiple rooms, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and palm trees.

A bedroom with a bed, two pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A garden pathway with lush greenery and palm trees.

An outdoor patio with a stone wall, a wooden table with chairs, and a grill area.

15. Hotel B&B Garden Grecia

San Jose

Nelson

NZ$119

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A stone archway leading to a building, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved walkway.

A building with a colorful mural of a parrot on the facade, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A room with large windows offering a view of a forest. There is a wicker chair and a small table with a candle.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a window with blinds.

16. La Terraza Guest House B&B

San Roque

Amy

NZ$168

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mounted TV, wooden paneling, a gray sofa with a yellow cushion, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

17. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Pozos

David

NZ$209

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A restaurant with wooden interiors and tables set for dining.

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

18. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

San Rafael

Raymond

NZ$196

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A cozy cabin with a leather sofa, wooden floors, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

A staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, leading to a second floor. There is a bench with a cushion, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a hot tub, a table, and chairs, large windows with a view of greenery and mountains.

A modern house with large glass windows and wooden beams, surrounded by lush greenery.

19. Altura Hotel

San Juan

scott

NZ$222

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and wooden lounge chairs, with a covered seating area in the background.

A wooden door, a bench, and a variety of plants including a large palm tree.

A lush garden with a variety of tropical plants and a well-maintained lawn.

A room with two beds, a mural on the wall, and a window with curtains.

20. Hotel La Rosa de America

La Mandarina

Sara

NZ$176

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San Rafael

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay"

Studio Hotel Boutique

10/10 Excellent

"Es un lugar tranquilo, bonito y con buena ubicación, el staff es muy amable"

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

10/10 Excellent

"Personal muy amable y servicial Habitación bien amueblada Desayuno surtido y sabroso Piscina muy limpia y de agradable temperatura Excelente calidad de los paños tanto en piscina como en la habitación. Detalle de que hay pantuflas."

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente"

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and well located"

Xandari Resort And Spa

10/10 Excellent

"I"

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place si relaxing and welcoming"

More cheap accommodation in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

NZ$38

24 Sept - 25 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (262 reviews)

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

NZ$59

24 Sept - 25 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

NZ$64

26 Sept - 27 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

NZ$68

24 Oct - 25 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (254 reviews)

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

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

NZ$133

5 Oct - 6 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (754 reviews)

Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

El Tigre Sabana Redonda Alajuela

NZ$153

24 Sept - 25 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in San Rafael?

The best area to stay in San Rafael, Alajuela Province, is around the town centre, particularly near the main park and its surrounding streets.This area provides the most convenient access to local amenities and a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. The main park, Parque de San Rafael, is a central point, often bustling with local life, and the streets immediately surrounding it offer a selection of local eateries and shops. It's a key spot for experiencing the day-to-day rhythm of the town.For travellers looking for a tranquil base with easy access to nature, the areas slightly outside the immediate town centre, particularly those offering views of the Central Valley or the Poás Volcano, are ideal. Many properties here are set within lush gardens, providing a sense of seclusion while still being a short drive from San Rafael's conveniences. This is particularly appealing for couples seeking a peaceful retreat.Families will find the town centre appealing due to the proximity of local services and the park for children to enjoy.

When is the best time to go to San Rafael?

The best time to visit San Rafael, Costa Rica, is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.This period offers consistently sunny weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for exploring the natural beauty and outdoor activities that the Alajuela Province is known for. You'll find it easier to enjoy excursions to coffee plantations, volcano hikes, and waterfall visits without the interruption of daily downpours.Travellers looking for a relaxed and predictable holiday will appreciate the dry season. The clear skies and comfortable temperatures are superb for enjoying the region's luxurious accommodations, many of which feature outdoor pools and dining areas. It's an excellent time for couples seeking a tranquil escape with plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure.While the dry season is popular, the shoulder months of May and November can also be a good option. You might encounter occasional rain showers, but these are often brief, and the landscape is lush and green.

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 Rafael.

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

Prices for hotels in San Rafael 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 Rafael hotels

1. Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde

2. The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

3. Eden Atenas

4. Casa Amanecer Bed & Breakfast

5. Hotel Colinas del Sol

6. Hotel Cerro Lodge

7. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

8. Hotel Aeropuerto

9. Chayote Lodge

10. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

11. Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique

12. Hotel Mango

13. Villa San Ignacio

14. Vida Mountain Resort & Spa - Adults Only

15. Hotel B&B Garden Grecia

16. La Terraza Guest House B&B

17. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

18. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

19. Altura Hotel

20. Hotel La Rosa de America

Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San Rafael

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Studio Hotel Boutique

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Xandari Resort And Spa

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

More cheap accommodation in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

Toucan Hostel

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

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