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Park Inn San Jose by Radisson, hotel in San José

This property is located only 500 metres from Parque Metropolitano La Sabana Park in central San José. It offers an outdoor pool, hot tub, and a fitness centre.

The housekeeping was good and staff was nice.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
2,459 reviews
Price from£103.08per night
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas, hotel in San José

Offering a casino, gym and free WiFi zone, this modern Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas is situated opposite España Park and the Modern Art Museum.

Good location, excellent breakfast, nice room, fast WiFi, friendly staff.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
2,138 reviews
Price from£77.12per night
Wyndham San Jose Herradura, hotel in San José

On the outskirts of San José, just a 10 minutes' drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport, Wyndham San Jose Herradura offers 3 outdoor pools and a casino.

I liked that it was close to the airport and they provided free transportation to the airport.
7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
2,481 reviews
Price from£84.01per night
Hotel Milan Costa Rica, hotel in San José

Hotel Milan Costa Rica features rooms in San José. This 2-star hotel offers a terrace. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk as well as free WiFi.

For us it was a transit hotel, we didn't expect anything special nor did we get one. Unfortunately the room was on the ground floor, adjacent to a smoking balcony or something similar, there was noise all night, people drinking and talking loudly as if they were right inside the room.
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
2,556 reviews
Price from£39.99per night
Hotel Colonial, hotel in San José

Featuring neo-colonial architecture, a terrace, garden and swimming pool, Hotel Colonial is located 600 metres from San José main square and 5 minutes’ walk from the National Museum.

Location perfect, breakfast very good
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
1,582 reviews
Price from£70.94per night
Hilton Cariari DoubleTree San Jose - Costa Rica, hotel in San José

Featuring an outdoor pool surrounded by a garden and luxurious facilities, Doubletree offers a casino and a beauty salon in Costa Rica. Private parking and Wi-Fi is free in all rooms and public...

convenient for shuttle to airport. Friendly driver. Bed comfortable, room good size.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,251 reviews
Price from£107.14per night
Studio Hotel Boutique, hotel in San José

Featuring a rooftop swimming pool, Studio Hotel offers rooms with free high-speed WiFi and views of the surrounding Central Valley.

A change of plans brought us back to the hotel for another night and we were not disappointed. The interior is stunning, staff were lovely and the room was clean and comfortable. Food was very reasonably priced and tasty.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,857 reviews
Price from£96.29per night
Hotel Luisiana, hotel in San José

Situated in San José, 46 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Luisiana features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

The pool
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
1,241 reviews
Price from£60.69per night
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton, hotel in San José

Located in the heart of San José, surrounded by national museums, plazas and walking boulevards, the venue is within walking distance to the main cultural and tourist attractions.

Excellent location, perfect to spend a few hours in San Jose. The hotel is just across from the national theatre and just around the corner from Plaza de la Cultura. The breakfast was excellent with a wide selection and served on the top floor with a view of the city.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,254 reviews
Price from£151.27per night
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica, hotel in San José

Featuring 2 luxurious outdoor pools, a fitness center, and a gift shop, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi and 4 well-appointed meeting rooms to host events, receptions and weddings in San Jose.

Friendly staff, close to amenities.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
2,683 reviews
Price from£88.64per night
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  • Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,254 reviews

    Located in the heart of San José, surrounded by national museums, plazas and walking boulevards, the venue is within walking distance to the main cultural and tourist attractions.

    Location, friendly staff, comfortable, breakfast, bed

  • Studio Hotel Boutique
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,857 reviews

    Featuring a rooftop swimming pool, Studio Hotel offers rooms with free high-speed WiFi and views of the surrounding Central Valley.

    Stylish, tastefully updated, comfortable and clean.

  • Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana, an IHG Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,106 reviews

    Welcome to the Central America Paradise, Costa Rica. Pura vida! Upon arrival to the Juan Santamaria International Airport, just 20 minutes away, you will find our hotel ready to welcome you,...

    I got a free bottle of water as I'm a IHG member

  • Hilton Cariari DoubleTree San Jose - Costa Rica
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,251 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor pool surrounded by a garden and luxurious facilities, Doubletree offers a casino and a beauty salon in Costa Rica.

    Very friendly Service / employees - clean room

  • AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 385 reviews

    Set in San José, 36 km from Poas National Park, AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    The hotel was very clean and had very good facilities

  • Hilton San Jose La Sabana
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 699 reviews

    Set in San José, Hilton San Jose La Sabana offers 4-star accommodation with a terrace and a bar. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a fitness centre, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna.

    Amazing service, comfortable rooms, tasty breakfast

  • Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 869 reviews

    Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana features accommodation in San José near La Sabana Metropolitan Park and Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

    Great location, friendly staff, spacious room, breakfast

  • Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana, San Jose
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 882 reviews

    Set in San José, 45 km from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana, San Jose offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

    Clean room, pool, breakfast was included, nice staff

Budget hotels in San José

  • Hotel Casa Roland San Jose
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,176 reviews

    Just a 5-minute drive from Tobías Bolaños Airport, Hotel Hotel Casa Roland San Joseoffers a modern gym, a business and conference centre and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Quiet location, great staff and very nice breakfast.

  • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,683 reviews

    Featuring 2 luxurious outdoor pools, a fitness center, and a gift shop, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi and 4 well-appointed meeting rooms to host events, receptions and weddings in San Jose.

    Great staff, lovely room everything was very good!!

  • Fleur de Lys
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,765 reviews

    Located in the centre of San José, Fleur de Lys offers individually decorated rooms set in a Victorian mansion. It features an attractive terrace, gardens and a restaurant.

    A more traditional atmosphere with nice furnishings

  • Hotel Palma Real
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,098 reviews

    Hotel Palma Real is set in San José, 400 metres from La Sabana Park, home to the Costa Rica National Stadium. The hotel offers a gym, free Wi-Fi and free parking.

    Rooms were very clean and comfy. Great breakfast.

  • Barceló San José
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,526 reviews

    This classic hotel is located in a quiet area of San José, 3 km from the city centre.

    nice personal fantastic garden good service good food

  • El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,214 reviews

    El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is located in the San Antonio de Belen countryside. Features include a health club, tennis court, and a steakhouse restaurant as well as free WiFi.

    Very nice hotel, great restaurant, fantastic price!

  • Soy Local San José
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 474 reviews

    Soy Local San José features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in San José. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar.

    Personnel très agréable, vue aux étages supérieurs

  • Hotel Otoya 1907 Downtown
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 370 reviews

    Located in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 50 km, Hotel Otoya 1907 Downtown provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant.

    Good location, simple but organised room with all you need

Hotels located in the centre of San José

  • La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,013 reviews

    Apartotel La Sabana is located 1.5 km from central San José and offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi access, breakfast included with the rate and an outdoor pool.

    Staff is great, Food was very good, Room perfectly clean

  • Isla Verde Hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 843 reviews

    This luxurious hotel is located in the heart of San Jose and boasts an on-site restaurant.

    Breakfast is always good and staff always courteous!

  • Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 374 reviews

    Located in the exclusive commercial area of Avenida Escazú, a few steps from the Cima Hospital and only 1 Km from the Multiplaza Shopping Center and Itskatzú plaza.

    Great location, very high-class finish, and comfort.

  • Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 548 reviews

    Set in a residential area, next to Costa Rica Country Club, Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio features 2 outdoor pools, a hot tub and gym. A free airport shuttle service is offered.

    Breakfast and dining facilities were nice and well kept.

  • Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 477 reviews

    Located in central San José, just 300 metres from La Sabana Park, Hotel Suites Cristina offers its guests fully appointed accommodations with free WiFi access and daily cleaning services.

    very central and great breakfast and comfortable beds

  • Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana, Costa Rica
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 978 reviews

    Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana, Costa Rica offers accommodation in central San José just across the street from the National Stadium. All rooms include a flat-screen TV.

    very clean and neat! amazing view and the staff was so friendly

  • Soluxe el sesteo
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7 reviews

    Situated in San José, 48 km from Poas National Park, Soluxe el sesteo features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

  • Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments San Jose
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 294 reviews

    A 5-minute drive from the centre of San José, this hotel offers stunning volcano views "from the cafeteria" and full leisure facilities.

    Everyone at the hotel was very friendly and helpful

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What guests said about San José:

  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    If you like a big city, San Jose is great.

    If you like a big city, San Jose is great. We live in southern Costa Rica and only go to San Jose for doctor visits and shopping. It's best to take a taxi or Uber in San Jose. The traffic is crazy. Be sure to use the WAZE app instead of Google for driving around. It stays more up to date.
    Gary
    Costa Rica
  • 10
    Scored 10

    I did a tour for the first two weeks of the volcano area,...

    I did a tour for the first two weeks of the volcano area, rain forest, Caribbean, and then the Pacific side of the island. During the tour, we also ziplined, rode horseback, white water rafting, soaked in hot springs, and hiked the rain forest and volcano areas. When the tour ended I stayed for another 10 days in downtown San Jose and did day trips out of the apartment. People are family-oriented, friendly, and supportive. You can drink the water and use US electric devices. Go, you will love it.
    Florence
    United States
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    We stayed here on our last night but wished we hadn't.

    We stayed here on our last night but wished we hadn't. The hotel was good but there was nothing special about the city and we would have preferred to be back in Alajuela where we stayed on the first night. There was much less traffic there and lots of different birds in the trees. The park in San Jose only had grackles.
    Elizabeth
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    There is plenty to do in San Jose and the surrounding area.

    There is plenty to do in San Jose and the surrounding area. Three places to recommend: the Jade Museum, the Post Office Museum and Lankester Botanical Garden on the road to Paraiso. The Jade Museum is a revelation - it is in a new building and has a wonderful exhibition about the Pre-Colombian inhabitants of Central America. Don't be put off by its title - it is not a museum of dusty cabinets full of jade objects. Just to the right of the entrance to the Central Post Office is a museum with displays of various themes - space, calypso, biodiversity - illustrated with stamps from all over the world. The Lankester Gardens is a gem. It's a centre for the study of orchids so visit at the right time of year, e.g. March, when many are in flower. The gardens are beautifully laid out and very well cared for.
    Richard
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Great city.

    Great city. Nice and friendly people with plenty of places to visit, especially their natural parks. Food is good, and the water is safe to drink in the city. Although the locals warned me to be cautious but I felt safe.
    Chep
    Switzerland
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    We were in San Jose for 2 days; meeting a group coming in...

    We were in San Jose for 2 days; meeting a group coming in from the USA to walk The Camino de Costa Rica so met our outfitter and guide. We visited the Jade Museum and would have gone to the Gold Museum if we had time. We did a long walk in the city to visit a famous hotel ( Grano de Oro). It's a busy city during the day and we were warned not to walk alone at night.
    Barbara Phinney
    United States

Explore guest reviews of hotels in San José

  • From £93.40 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 843 reviews
    Absolutely amazing staff! Especially Veronica and Jorge (and one other young woman whose name I forget!) who went above and beyond to help us book things and get where we needed - we were so impressed with them we changed our booking on return to San Jose to stay with them again! Nice hotel feel with a little plant garden area, definitely get the upgraded room as there is more light and the rooms are more spacious. Comfortable beds, good breakfast. This place changed our whole holiday because of how good the staff were!
    V
    United Kingdom
  • From £170.48 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 385 reviews
    Probably one of the most wonderful hotel experiences I have ever had. Beautiful architecture and decor, mountain views, and excellent service from the staff. Everything was over the top. They offer an incredible breakfast spread (with many, many juices). Pool/bar area is very luxurious. Adjacent to several shops, a spa, grocery, food truck court (very nice, with a large, collaborative patio area, and restaurants. Also very close to the San Jose airport. We will return to this magnificent hotel again!
    Linda
    United States
  • From £87.01 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 873 reviews
    Beautiful property. This house that has been turned into a hotel is very luxurious. It also was very clean with no black mold. We arrived in Costa Rica during the rainy season. I am sensitive to black mold. Every hotel we stayed at but this one has a black mold issue. This one does not. It has a beautiful pool, beautiful view, this is the nicest non-chain hotel I found in San Jose Costa Rica. I liked this hotel so much we came back a day early to San Jose so we could stay here again.
    Katherine
    United States
  • From £27.66 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 613 reviews
    The night was confortable as well as the uncomplicated check in. For all sorts of questions about San Jose and travaling around Central America we could talk to the very friendly English speaking host of the In The Wind Hostel and also to other travalers and guests in the lovely atrium garden while enjoying the amazing pancake breakfast. In all it´s an ideal and safe place to start your jurny in San Jose or even in Costa Rica, if your not looking for some luxary hotel.
    A
    Alexander
    Germany
  • From £27.20 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,103 reviews
    A fantastic family run small hotel. The rooms are very clean and comfortable set around a inner courtyard filled with lovely plants and flowers. Doña Aída is a wonderful host who treats you like a member of her family. She is a wealth of information and can help you with anyrhing you need to sort out. The hotel is in a great location a few minutes walk from the main shopping area of downtown San Jose with great restaurants and a cash machine literally round the corner.
    Ian Fisher
    United Kingdom
  • 5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 369 reviews
    "Hotel" Coto is the brothel used by local prostitutes .I did not know that at the time of booking. Every time I am in San Jose , Costa Rica I stay in Hotel El Maragato , but they been totally booked at the time of booking. The price was 58 US dollars I paid 60 and they wanted 2 dollars more ., that in colones would over 1..160 colones. Why three women yelling and screaming took from me over 6 thousand colones I really do not know. Place has 90 procent bad reviews.
    Peter
    United States
  • From £42.44 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 664 reviews
    Best hostel in Costa Rica hands down. 4 weeks spent here overall..Wonderful family, I wish I had their love /hoapitality back home. Its quiet, lovely communal area, wonderful breakfast. Great shower, lovely guests. Its awesome. I love it, booked an extra 3 nights. I'm easily pleased but this is the de-facto place to stay I'm San Jose should you be looking for a dorm bed. David is just the best, lovely wife and children. I'll miss it terribly. Thank you David and co.
    Edsteroo
    Ireland
  • From £61.66 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 370 reviews
    I had to do a very late check in, there is no official front desk, so the guy waited until almost 11 for us. We were there for 2 days and the second night I accidentally broke the key in the door. So the guy had to get up and open it for us every time without complaint. I used to live in San Jose and the location is great because it's downtown, but not in the "gross"part of downtown. It is very quiet, very clean and overall a great expirence.
    Jeremy
    United States
  • From £61.21 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,019 reviews
    The room was spacious for just one person, everything very clean. the breakfast was lovely and the area where you go to eat is really nicely decorated and has lovely interior. the staff were very kind and friendly. I mostly used this as a place to stay whilst recovering jet lag and before heading to elsewhere in Costa Rica but the area was the only nice and safe area in San Jose with lots of cool bars & restaurants.
    Ella
    United Kingdom
  • From £113.35 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 699 reviews
    Lovely modern facade and reception area. Room and bed were both large and comfortable and the room was very clean. I would definitely recommend the rooftop restaurant at the hotel - San Jose is not easy to navigate at night so we ended up eating there both nights and appreciated having a place with good food that we could rely on (it also has a great view)! The location was very central.
    Elizabeth
    United Kingdom
  • From £66.21 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 859 reviews
    Great location in Barrio Escalante, the Hipster district of San Jose with many great restaurants and a farmers Market on Saturdays basically next door. The hotel was decorated beautifully with traditional Costa Rican masks and the rooms were clean and spacy. The breakfast was exceptional with Omelettes freshly made and fresh fruit, even pancakes with different toppings. Wow!!!
    Daniel
    Austria
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 17 reviews
    This is my 2nd time staying at Oasis. I love it's proximity to the Tracopa Station and Downtown. If you are traveling in Costa Rica and use the best bus (with air conditioning), then there is no reason to stay anywhere else. I cannot than you enough Mari for providing me a wonderful space in which to relax on a rooftop in San Jose. 🤙🏽
    Michael
    United States
  • From £32.10 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 325 reviews
    ¡Wow! YES! Every Day & All Day. Casa De~Leo. "HOTEL del Paseo" .5th Floor Penthouse with a view. The rooms are very clean and the staff BEYOND accomodating. One of the best places I have stayed, in Costa Rica....Coming or going ..You will be safe and all of your needs met here. A true Gem in San Jose/ Costa Rica. Pura Vida!
    john
    United States
  • From £67.92 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 721 reviews
    The hotel is a beautiful old building very close to the centre of San Jose. There are good restaurants and bars close by. I read previous reviews worrying about the area but in our view it felt very safe and comfortable. The hotel was very clean and we had a lovely room with balcony. Good breakfast and helpful staff
    Alan
    United Kingdom
  • From £84.47 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 611 reviews
    Nice location in one of the prettiest neighborhoods in San Jose, within easy walking distance of the downtown area, the Teatro Nacional and the other sites to see. The rooms were clean enough and the breakfast area was pretty neat, with lots of plants growing indoors.
    David
    Germany
  • From £45.34 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 687 reviews
    The location is great with many restaurants, coffee shops, and markets. In addition there are nice parks, and a great area to walk in. This is the area I love to stay in whenever I come to San Jose. The hotel is very accommodating at a very good price.
    Jeanne
    United States
  • From £72.94 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,526 reviews
    I have stayed at this hotel many times. I love the feel of going slightly back in time! Beautiful lobby with a grand piano that's played every night! Very nice pool area,and the grounds are beautiful. Only place I will stay while in San Jose.
    Linda
    United States
  • From £131.48 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,935 reviews
    .Always the close proximity to the Tracopa Bus Station, of which I enjoy walking to & from whenever staying at the Radisson. The hotel is also in walking distance to downtown San Jose..
    Pablo
    United States
  • From £105.28 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,857 reviews
    This is one of my favourite places to stay in the San Jose area and I absolutely love Santa Ana. Perfect boutique hotel with lovely comfortable rooms.
    Joanne
    United Kingdom
  • From £109.89 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,737 reviews
    Good location in downtown San Jose. Big room, friendly staff.
    Natalie
    United Kingdom

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