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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.

room was big and clean
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
2,459 reviews
Price from£102.37per 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
2,492 reviews
Price from£83.44per night
Selina San Jose, hotel in San José

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Selina San José offers pet-friendly accommodation in San José. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant & Bar.

The most reliable upscale hostel/hotel for digital nomads and social backpackers
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,724 reviews
Price from£45.23per 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
1,587 reviews
Price from£70.46per night
Posada el Quijote, hotel in San José

Posada el Quijote is located in San José and housed in a colonial-style building. It has a spacious garden, free Wi-Fi access and a snack bar.

Excellent welcoming staff. Location superb. So much better than staying in town. A relaxing 24 hours before flying home, we would definitely stay here again on future trips to Costa Rica.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
1,216 reviews
Price from£67.55per 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£95.64per 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
2,682 reviews
Price from£88.03per night
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse, hotel in San José

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.

Location to airport good. Felt very safe with good security. Able to accommodate to late check in. Good facilities. Big breakfast. Friendly staff. Very good value for money compared to other hotels in the area! Like the ranch style/ Spanish house and nice garden. Good cleanliness.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
1,223 reviews
Price from£72.57per night
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica, hotel in San José

This modern hotel near Costa Rica’s capital of San Jose features a casino, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Guests enjoy several on-site restaurants and bars and an outdoor swimming pool.

Great breakfast! Most employees were really kind & nice. The service performed by the bell boy during Saturday April/20 at 13H was OUTSTANDING!
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,266 reviews
Price from£150.43per night
Hotel Presidente, hotel in San José

Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center is located in the heart of San José and 100 metres from Costa Rica’s National Theatre and Plaza de la Cultura.

Hotel looks nice when you arrive, plants and interesting decor. Restaurant upstairs is good
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
696 reviews
Price from£101.32per night
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San José's best hotels with breakfast

  • Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu, Costa Rica
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,135 reviews

    Featuring an indoor swimming pool, a terrace, hot tub and free high speed WiFi in all areas, this hotel is 5 minutes’ drive from the La Sabana Metropolitan Park and Multiplaza Mall.

    Everything was excellent!!! It exceeded my expectations!

  • Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,247 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

  • Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,933 reviews

    This stylish hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a conference center. Each spacious room includes free Wi-Fi.

    very lovely staff Ernesto was particularly helpful

  • 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
     · 1,108 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
     · 1,246 reviews

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

    just perfect, especially during the holidays fantastic staff

  • AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 389 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
     · 704 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

Budget hotels in San José

  • City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,236 reviews

    Just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport, the City Express San José Aeropuerto offers free private parking and a gym. The functional modern rooms include free Wi-Fi.

    the staff was amazing and the breakfast was delicious

  • Hotel Casa Roland San Jose
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,185 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
     · 2,682 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
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,778 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

  • Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,163 reviews

    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.

    clean, big room, good breakfast, comfortable parking

  • Hotel Palma Real
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,106 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
     · 3,527 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

  • Soy Local San José
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 486 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.

    Las instalaciones muy limpias Y el personal muy amable

Hotels located in the centre of San José

  • La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,019 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

  • 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.

  • Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 478 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
     · 967 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

  • Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments San Jose
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 296 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

  • AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 355 reviews

    AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu in San José provides accommodation with a fitness center and a shared lounge. The hotel offers a Spanish restaurant.

    Location Room Toiletries, they thought of everything

  • Hotel Ave del Paraíso
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 311 reviews

    Offering a restaurant and a fitness centre, Hotel Ave del Paraíso is located in central San José. The buffet breakfast and Wi-Fi access are free of charge.

    The location was great. The facilities were very nice.

  • El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,223 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!

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What guests said about San José:

  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    San Jose as city is not too much to believe as other cities...

    San Jose as city is not too much to believe as other cities and is a crowded city We stayed at the outside skirts of San Jose where you have more nature, mountains/scenery and less city life and visited the city several times.
    Bjorn
    Curaçao
  • 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

Explore guest reviews of hotels in San José

  • From £34.85 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,921 reviews
    Finca Escalante is excellently located, near restaurants, a small grocery store and not too far from downtown San Jose. The staff was great with a late arrival and provided a delicious breakfast every moorning. The room was basic, but comfortable for our family of four. I felt our things were secure and safe when we weren't in the room. The common areas, including the backyard garden were stylish, comfortable and available whenever we needed them. We would definitely stay here again!!!
    Andrea
    United States
  • From £68.14 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,527 reviews
    A good four star hotel with everything you expect. We stayed here before and the standard rooms are spacious and well appointed. This time, we were bumped to a suite which was very comfortable. The lounge area is big and comfortable. The bar is good with meals at reasonable prices. The garden and pool area is very pretty. It's a little way out of the centre of San Jose, but very convenient for the airport, with a free bookable shuttle.
    David
    United Kingdom
  • From £34.04 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 691 reviews
    The staff was very friendly and helpful with questions about San José, they even helped me find a way to get to other areas in Costa Rica. The hostel had a nice relaxed vibe and is always clean. There's an outdoor area that is beautiful and surrounded by nature and its great for socializing with everyone. It's in a nice area that is in walking distance from many things like Sodas, the mall, Barrio Escalante, etc. Overall awesome stay
    Jaelle
    United States
  • From £64.83 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,185 reviews
    The staff was very polite and courteous. Hotel clean and smells very fresh. Relaxed and quiet atmosphere. The breakfast is outstanding. Clean towels, bedding very clean and neat. I love so much making a third week to stay again. I would highly recommend this hotel if you’re ever in San Jose Rohrmoser. Very professional staff. A very quiet area. Even the taxi driver Herman is an outstanding help. They tended to me with utmost respect.
    M
    Mardenia
    United States
  • From £103.52 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 991 reviews
    The location is great – in a quiet residential area, but within walking distance to lots of lovely bars and restaurants and also into downtown San Jose. All the facilities within the apartment, with spotlessly, clean, modern and comfortable. The front desk staff were helpful and friendly and the extra amenities, such as the laundry and rooftop hot tub were brilliant! we would definitely stay again.
    Mary
    United Kingdom
  • From £127.98 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,246 reviews
    The hotel was what you would expect from a Hilton hotel - friendly, efficient staff, good facilities, comfortable bed. Location was good for us - fairly close to the airport and only a 15-minute taxi ride to the centre of San Jose. Pool and pool area were very nice, spacious and not crowded. Buffet breakfast was excellent, so many options, wish we'd had more than one opportunity to sample it!
    Doug
    United Kingdom
  • From £67.37 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 873 reviews
    We've stayed here before. We don't like to stay for very long in San Jose, we prefer to explore all of the natural beauty Costa Rica has to offer. So when we arrive to Costa Rica, this spot is a great one to crash at for a night. Rooms are nothing fancy but they're clean and comfortable. Breakfast is included and filling. The hotel is literally a 5 minute walk from Alamo/National Rent a Car.
    Marissa
    Costa Rica
  • From £61.24 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 370 reviews
    I highly recommend this place. The hotel is super clean and well equipped. The location is great, the staff is very friendly and helpful and the cafe/restaurant/pub downstairs is super nice. The area is safe, the street is well illuminated and next to it there is the Mexican Embassy with a security guard present at night. This will become my go to place when I'm back in San Jose.
    Serena
    Switzerland
  • From £68.15 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 864 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
  • From £112.58 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 696 reviews
    The location for visiting the museums in San Jose is excellent. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The hotel is modern and clean, and our room was furnished very nicely. The bed was comfortable and the linens were of very good quality. Some reviewers complained of noise from other rooms, but we could not hear our neighbors. The rooftop sitting area is beautiful.
    Helen
    United States
  • From £63.04 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 956 reviews
    we booked the hotel at the start and end of our travels and for that, it was perfect. It gave us a good opportunity to just arrive in Costa Rica and organize ourselves. The breakfast was really good and the first room we had very comfortable. Even though it is near San jose and in a city, it is a little bit secluded and has nature surrounding it.
    Dario
    Switzerland
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 316 reviews
    The hotel is "fair" in that it offers predictable accomodations without any wow factor. Rooms are large, there is breakfast, there is wifi, there is a small exercise room and an even smaller swimming pool. It is located in a safe area next to some mall, food court, another couple of malls and an easy exit from San Jose to the Pacific coast.
    Kemal Seitveliiev
    Ukraine
  • From £64.30 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,778 reviews
    The hotel is in a great location, very central, within a walking distance from the major tourist attractions in downtown San Jose and represents great value for money. The breakfast was tasty and good portion size. The building has a nice historical feel to it, especially inside.
    Michał
    Poland
  • From £117.67 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,459 reviews
    Not far from the airport, seems a quiet area but as it was Sunday I can't confirm. Big room, comfortable beds, big bathroom, very good standard. Big breakfast buffet (now after some days traveling in Costa Rica 4 stars hotels I can confirm it was one of the best!) Helpful staff.
    Jeanette
    Austria
  • From £83.89 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 617 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 £154.94 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,266 reviews
    Sheraton is a First Class Hotel in most desirable area of Escazu (San Jose). The breakfast is the finest I have in all of Costa Rica. The fitness center is great with free weights. Hotel offers casino next door for more activities.
    Gregory
    United States
  • From £29.18 per night
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 359 reviews
    Great Hotel with super prices! I stayed there a few nights...Payed the same I sometimes do for hostel dorms but had a very good, clean private room. Location is 5 minutes walk from downtown area and the people are nice and helpful
    P
    Pascal
    Switzerland
  • From £88.56 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,587 reviews
    What a gem of hotel in San Jose. Good Food, Clean Room, generally clean premises and a good pool for a dip after a busy 10 days around costa rica. Only stayed 1 night but would be ideal for a short city break.
    Jack
    United Kingdom
  • From £117.98 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,933 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 £45.93 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,513 reviews
    The hotel is close to the bus terminal, the area is a little run down but not the worst in San Jose. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The room was clean.
    Eva
    Germany

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