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Top hotels and accommodation in San Rafael

Hotel Quelitales

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (78)
"An incredibly beautiful place with gorgeous rooms, amazing birds, magnificent flora and delightful people. The restaurant was open 8 to 8 and the food was amazing. "
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Hotel Quelitales

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (159)
"Personal muy amable, las instalaciones muy cuidadas y muy buena la comida. "
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Tapirus Lodge

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (76)
"Excellent service and gentle personal. "
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Tapirus Lodge

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (185)
"Cosy hotel with wonderful weekend brunch."
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (711)
"Very nice place."
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (199)
"Clean property with well working ac in the residential part of San Jose. Would stay again. "
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

Hotel Casa 69

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (262)
"Clean, convenient and good value"
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Hotel Casa 69

Ara Macao Inn

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22)
"It was so convenient to walk around everywhere in San Jose! The host was very kind and accommodating even though I didn’t speak much Spanish. I would stay here again!"
The price is NZ$66
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Ara Macao Inn

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (578)
"Staff was friendly and the property was very clean."
Costa Rica Guesthouse

Hotel La Amistad

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (93)
"Good people "
Hotel La Amistad

Casa Conde Hotel & Suites

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (850)
"The staff is super friendly. The premises are nice. Breakfast can use some variation. Stayed before, will stay again."
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (328)
"Great Staff, Very Helpful Great place to stay"
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Hotel Fleur De Lys

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (456)
"It was an easy process. Breakfast was delicious. Nice rooms. "
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Colonial

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (201)
"Very nice. Small and personable. Staff very nice. Good location to walk to museums. "
Hotel Colonial

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Very helpful staff, great location, nice rooms and good breakfast."
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Great service clean good restaurant great location friendly helpful staff "
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"A very nice hotel in a good location."
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Hotel Presidente

Dunn Inn

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (597)
"Great staff quiet property very comfortable "
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
Dunn Inn

Taormina Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (786)
"Great staff, good value, good food in restaurant, interesting demographic"
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Taormina Hotel and Casino

Santo Tomas Hotel

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Very nice place !!"
Santo Tomas Hotel
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Stay near top San Rafael attractions

National Theater
National Theater

National Theater

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

San Pedro Mall

San Pedro Mall

During your visit to San Pedro, you can search for that perfect souvenir at San Pedro Mall. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

Learn more about San Rafael

Head to Multiplaza del Este Mall and San Pedro Mall—just two of the sights around San Rafael.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in San Rafael?

Barceló San José, located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from the heart of San Rafael, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your stay in the area are Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Rafael.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that San Rafael has to offer?

Gosen Beautiful & Luxury House in the Mountains, Relax and Enjoy nature! : This holiday home rental outside of San Rafael is located on a river, and has a balcony, a terrace and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in San Rafael.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Rafael, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.

What's it like to stay in San Rafael?

Travellers to San Rafael will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 1410 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about San Rafael.

What are the top places to visit in San Rafael?

Places to visit in the wider area include Multiplaza del Este Mall, San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica. You'll also find Plaza de la Cultura and National Theater in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Rafael guide.

What's the weather like in San Rafael?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 650 mm of rainfall.