San José Travel Guide

San José

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Photo by Ryan de los Reyes

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Top hotels in San José

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is ฿3,094 per night from 4 May to 5 May
฿3,094
฿3,496 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,273 reviews)
"If you stay in a room in the 100's, you are in the main building, you get a really nice patio with a great view of the courtyard/pool, and a slightly larger room...If you stay in a room the 200's or 300's you are in the "towers" and you may get a view of the surrounding neighborhood, with an emphasis ..."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4 out of 5
Calle Central y Tercera Av. 15, Calle Blancos, San Francisco, San Jose
The price is ฿3,872 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
฿3,872
฿4,375 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2025

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas, 3 Miles South of Intl Airport, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is ฿3,104 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿3,104
฿3,508 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,686 reviews)
Airport arrival hotel
"A very convenient location for the airport. Comfortable beds and spacious rooms. We loved the swimming pools and hot tubs. The hotel restaurant was helpful after arriving from a late flight. Breakfast was vast and varied."

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2025

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
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 ฿6,776 per night from 2 May to 3 May
฿6,776
฿7,657 total
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this spa 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great facility and charming historical hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
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 ฿4,586 per night from 1 May to 2 May
฿4,586
฿5,183 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,266 reviews)
"Easy and comfortable stay by the airport."

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
4 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio, San Antonio Belen Intersection, La Asunción
The price is ฿3,578 per night from 4 May to 5 May
฿3,578
฿4,043 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
5 Stars
"Beautiful property! Close to the airport, but feels like a jungle resort."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
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Other neighbourhoods around San José

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Agonía

While visiting Agonía, you might make a stop by sights like Alajuela Cathedral and Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto.

Agonía
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Cacique

4/5(5 area reviews)

Cacique might not have many top sights, but Ojo de Agua Spa Park and City Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cacique
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Ciudad Cariari

Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Bowling Center or Cariari Golf Course.

Ciudad Cariari
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Pavas

While Pavas isn't home to many top sights, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Amusement Park San Jose are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pavas
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Rohrmoser

Though Rohrmoser may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Estadio Nacional and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

Rohrmoser
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Uruca

If you're spending some time in Uruca, Amusement Park San Jose and Pueblo Antiguo are top sights worth seeing.

Uruca

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