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6 Oct - 7 Oct
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9 Oct - 11 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct

Our top choices for Central Valley 4-star hotels

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.
A man and woman sitting on a red carpeted area with a glass table, in a room with large windows and a piano in the background.

1. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
Uruca
United States
Enrique
€79
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Barceló San José
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.
A bar area with a curved wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and shelves with bottles and decorative items.
A modern lobby with a large window, a vertical plant wall, and a seating area with a lamp.
An outdoor bar area with a modern design, featuring a long counter with bar stools and a decorative light fixture above.

2. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
San Rafael
United States
Melissa
€119
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.
A rooftop garden with seating areas and a view of surrounding buildings.
A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and two lamps.
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mural on the wall.

3. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
Catedral
United States
Brenda
€102
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hotel Presidente
A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.
A reception area with a marble floor, three reception desks, and a wall with the hotel's name and establishment year.
A modern lounge with a city view, featuring a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
The Gran Hotel Costa Rica facade with a central entrance, balconies, and arched windows.

4. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Catedral
United States
Esteban
€123
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.
A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, and arched doorways leading to other rooms.
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, arched doorways, and a view of the city at night.
A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, comfortable seating, a television, and a fireplace.

5. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
La Asunción
United States
wesley
€158
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.
A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, wooden beams on the ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.
A hotel entrance with a large archway, a reception desk, and a crosswalk leading to the entrance.
A modern indoor dining area with round tables and wicker chairs, featuring a central island and framed black-and-white photographs on the walls.

6. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Thomas
€87
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.
Exterior
A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a view of a garden and pool through large windows.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

7. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San Francisco
United States
Kemal
€115
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.
A modern balcony with a glass railing, offering a view of a cityscape and green park.
A spacious, modern lounge with a high ceiling, large windows offering a cityscape view, and contemporary furniture.
A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a large window offering a city view.

8. Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
United States
GUSTAVO
€181
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifebuoy, and lounge chairs.
A modern interior with seating arrangements, a decorative wall, and large windows.
A spacious indoor area with a pool table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large windows with a city view, and hanging lamps.

9. Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
San Rafael
United States
Yo Han
€144
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by ornate architectural details and greenery.
A well-lit courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by potted plants and a central fountain.
A spacious room with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a patterned floor.
A grand staircase with wooden railings and a chandelier, leading to a room with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

10. Hotel Grano de Oro

Hotel Grano de Oro
Hospital
United States
Steve
€189
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Hotel Grano de Oro
A wooden deck with a rope barrier leading to a pool area surrounded by tropical vegetation.
A hotel room with a wooden vanity, a coffee machine, a tray with toiletries, and a view of a hammock and greenery outside.
A lush indoor garden with a variety of tropical plants and a small waterfall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

11. Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Peñas Blancas
United States
ELIZABETH
€161
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
A swimming pool with a view of a sunset and buildings in the background.
A hotel entrance with a staircase, potted plants, and a sign reading "STUDIO HOTEL BOUTIQUE".
A nighttime view of a modern building with a pathway leading to the entrance.
A dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and artwork on the walls.

12. Studio Hotel Boutique

Studio Hotel Boutique
Santa Ana
United States
Irina
€102
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Studio Hotel Boutique
A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating, a green wall with hanging plants, and large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative pebbled walkway.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, tables, and pendant lights. Large windows offer a view of the cityscape.

13. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
San José
United States
Yehuda
€104
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a starry night sky.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, palm trees, and a visible restaurant in the background.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, coffee bar, and vending machine.
A modern lounge area with a round wooden table, white chairs, a grey sofa, and a bookshelf.

14. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Carmen
United States
Delia
€68
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
A modern outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and a view of mountains.
A spacious lounge with a high ceiling, large windows offering a city view, and modern furniture.
A modern outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a view of distant buildings.
A modern bar area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves. There are bar stools and a counter with a green tiled backsplash.

15. Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center
Ulloa
United States
sergey
€110
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center
A resort with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
A cozy indoor garden with a stone fountain, a table with flowers, and a bench.
A resort with a large pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.
A bathroom with a stone bathtub, a wooden bench, and a mirror.

16. Peace Lodge

Peace Lodge
Vara Blanca
United States
Jeanette
€472
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Peace Lodge
A round dining table with a variety of dishes, drinks, and a view of the sea.
A modern bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A spacious restaurant with a long counter, wooden chairs, and a large central cooking area.
A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, a staircase, and a large plant.

17. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
La Sabana
United States
Thomas
€128
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a small round table, and a wall-mounted display of decorative items.
A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a minibar.
An indoor patio area with tables and chairs, a red car, and potted plants.

18. Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel

Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
Hospital
United States
Briana
€116
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a distant cityscape.
A bar area with a wooden counter, wicker chairs, and a large plant.
A covered outdoor area with a mosaic pool, surrounded by potted plants and a stone pathway.
A reception area with a thatched roof, a reception desk, seating, and potted plants.

19. Xandari Resort And Spa

Xandari Resort And Spa
San Isidro
United States
Norma
€183
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Xandari Resort And Spa
A clear blue swimming pool with a white structure featuring a circular window and a small roof.
A bathroom with a large window, a stone wall, a bathtub, and a sink with a tiled countertop.
A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery, leading to a building with a red roof.
A spacious indoor area with a wooden staircase, a mural of a tropical forest, and a seating area with colorful cushions.

20. Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn

Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn
Jesús
United States
Fariba
€251
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn
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DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

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€111
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

In Front Of Multiplaza Shopping Center San Rafael
€232
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG
El Silencio Lodge and Spa

El Silencio Lodge and Spa

Bajos de Toro Amarillo Toro Amarillo Alajuela
€406
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (196 reviews)
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Top Central Valley Hotel Reviews

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"We staying in the hotel for my husband birthday, highly recommend!"
Elena 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel and it was perfect for a relaxing stay. Downtown is pretty dead at night so don’t plan to leave after dark, it’s not super safe, but the hotel was secure the whole time"
Caitlin 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel Presidente
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room rain shower good food"
KRISTINA 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Central Valley?
If your Central Valley getaway takes you to San José, book a room at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton. With a range of conveniences such as a pillow menu and concierge services, it scores top marks from many of our customers. Another favourite here is Hotel Presidente. It's also rated 4 stars and comes with premium bedding and a terrace.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in Central Valley?
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Central Valley?
If you decide to book a stay at a 4-star hotel in Central Valley, you'll usually find lots of amenities to make sure you're comfortable, such as a pool, gym and restaurant. You can enjoy high-quality service and upscale surroundings. Go for a 5-star hotel and you'll get a few more bells and whistles — think on-site spas, 24-hour front desk and opulent turndown services. You're likely to get additional amenities and exclusive services at a 5-star getaway, though both are superb options for luxury travellers.