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Free daily buffet breakfast

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,571 reviews)
"Beautiful place enjoyed always stay there"
United States
Deidalia
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Alajuela
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,944 reviews)
"Amazing stay!!"
United States
Danielle
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Lobby

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,149 reviews)
"Perfect for what you want: a place near the airport that is not too expensive and with parking and breakfast included."
United States
Lauri
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Terrace/patio

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Ciudad Cariari
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,412 reviews)
"Great location and very nice staff. Rooms were clean and restaurant service was excellent"
Canada
Arlene
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Seasonal outdoor pool

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (517 reviews)
"The room was great and the convenience of breakfast and shops around was amazing. Pretty central location to a lot of fun areas in San Jose."
United States
Luis
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Exterior

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, great breakfast"
United States
Carlos
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
Exterior

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel close to airport and lots of food options. Staff members were great."
United States
Clifton
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Restaurant

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,477 reviews)
"Good breakfast and clean room."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hotel Mango
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,687 reviews)
"The breakfast had so many options and the staff was so helpful."
United States
Brandon
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
3.0 star property
Ulloa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Crystal
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Front of property

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Pozos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Everything was amazing."
United States
Alberto Jesus
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Lobby

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
3.5 star property
Sánchez
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (900 reviews)
"Nice staff, great breakfast, safe and quiet place"
United States
Jorge Andres
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Suite, 1 King Bed

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
3.5 star property
Hospital
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, good breakfast"
Canada
Jennifer
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
Terrace/patio

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
3.5 star property
La Sabana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (778 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean comfortable room."
United States
Thomas
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
Lobby

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
3.5 star property
Santa Ana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
david alan
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
Property grounds

Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
3.5 star property
Uruca
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Overall - excellent starting point when visiting Costa Rica 😁"
Canada
Mike
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Irazu Hotel & Studios
Lobby

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
3.5 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (241 reviews)
"Very responsive staff made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Great hotel! "
United States
Tanika
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
TV

Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (702 reviews)
"I the hostel served its purpose for the price. Very quiet and the sister property across the street provided the amenities that were not available at the guesthouse. Decent stay, which they had air conditioning."
United States
Aubreion
The price is €22
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
Pozos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329 reviews)
"The hotel staff was very helpful and the environment was very clean!"
Canada
Sarah
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast and Restaurant were great. Room was clean and staff were amazing."
Canada
Arash
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
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Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
The price is €187 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
€187
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
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San José and related destinations

Stroll through leafy Central Park before catching a world-class performance at the ornate National Theatre. Delve into Costa Rican history at the National Museum, then browse local art and savour rich coffee at nearby cafes.

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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent
"Loved almost everything about my stay except someone left clothes on the laundry which had me waiting not the hotels fault that's my only complaint"
lamont 1-night trip
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Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San José?
Hotel El Maragato, around 0.32 kilometres northeast of downtown San José, is an Expedia guest favourite. A cafe and an espresso maker are among its conveniences. Exe San Jose Centre is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travellers. It offers a sauna and a cafe, and is approximately 0.48 kilometres northeast of the centre.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San José?
The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in San José is the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more budget-friendly and provide the services and amenities required for your comfort, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can expect a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, deluxe toiletries and extra touches like on-site spas.