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San José Hotel Guide. Hotels in La Sabana, San José, Costa Rica

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Our top choices for La Sabana hotels

An outdoor pool area with a covered seating area, a buffet station, and various plants.

1. Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
3.5 star property
La Sabana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (786 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff. Breakfast was decent. Parking was easily accessible. Many restaurants around the property. It is in a quiet and safe neighbourhood. Suited are very good size."
Canada
Kumail
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
A round dining table with a variety of dishes, drinks, and a view of the sea.

2. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
4.0 star property
La Sabana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (848 reviews)
"Always a great stay"
United States
Thomas
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

3. 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, (840 reviews)
"perfect stay!"
United States
Chandler
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
An outdoor restaurant with tables set for dining, surrounded by greenery and a view of the city.

4. Rincón del Valle Hotel & Suites

Rincón del Valle Hotel & Suites
3.5 star property
La Sabana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (651 reviews)
"I have stayed here twice and it’s very nice, clean and great location."
United States
Joni
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Rincón del Valle Hotel & Suites
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen.

5. Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real
3.5 star property
La Sabana
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean place, helpful staff, breakfast was great, parking super safe"
United States
Kenneth
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hotel Palma Real
A restaurant with wooden furniture, a counter, and a person serving.

6. Hotel Columbus

Hotel Columbus
2.0 star property
La Sabana
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (111 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Victor
The price is €42
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hotel Columbus
A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.

7. Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana
4.5 star property
La Sabana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (717 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
GUSTAVO
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
A modern bathroom with a large white sink, a patterned tile backsplash, and a small garden area with a pergola.

8. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay here, the environment was very clean & I felt really comfortable."
United States
Henry
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A modern house with a garden featuring a pond, stepping stones, and various plants.

9. Casa Jardin Del Mango

Casa Jardin Del Mango
2.5 star property
La Sabana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (152 reviews)
"Great place with beautiful gardens. the staff was very helpful. I had a nice room right off the garden. i would definitely recommend staying there."
United States
June
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Casa Jardin Del Mango
Two beds with white linens and floral-patterned bedspreads, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a nightstand with a lamp.

10. Soluxe El Sesteo

Soluxe El Sesteo
3.0 star property
La Sabana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (31 reviews)
"Great quick stay! Wish I would have stayed longer!"
United States
Jose
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Soluxe El Sesteo
An outdoor café with wicker furniture, hanging plants, and a pool.

11. KC Hotel San José

KC Hotel San José
4.0 star property
La Sabana
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (845 reviews)
"Great location Friendly & very helpful staff Delicious breakfast Great restaurant menu"
United States
Karla
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
KC Hotel San José
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

12. 714 Studios

714 Studios
3.5 star property
La Sabana
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (36 reviews)
"It was a nice and relaxing stay!"
United States
Ulysses Giovanni
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
714 Studios
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and greenery.

13. Costa Rica Tennis Club & Hotel

Costa Rica Tennis Club & Hotel
3.5 star property
La Sabana
7.0 out of 10, Good, (187 reviews)
"Dated property however clean and very good amenities- good location priced right"
United States
Steven
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Costa Rica Tennis Club & Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a wooden nightstand, a wooden bench, and a view of greenery outside.

14. Sabana Studios

Sabana Studios
4.0 star property
La Sabana
7.2 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Sean
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Sabana Studios
A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

15. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral, 3.1 km from La Sabana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing hotel!!! Friendly, clean, great food, and centrally located!"
United States
David
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hotel Presidente
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

16. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen, 3.1 km from La Sabana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice pool, centrally located for walking around, friendly staff."
United States
Andres
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hotel Santo Tomás
A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a starry night sky.

17. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen, 2.9 km from La Sabana
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (616 reviews)
"We spent 2 days and everything was wonderful. The hosts were very kind, and the hotel was easy to access. My kids and I absolutely loved it—the cleanliness, , everything was just as we expected."
United States
Delia
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
A restaurant with yellow walls, blue chairs, and a variety of plants. Tables are set with plates and cutlery.

18. Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California, 4 km from La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (327 reviews)
"Great breakfast, excellent cook! Staff super nice and helpful!"
United States
jeff
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hotel Casa 69
A spacious atrium with a modern staircase, multiple seating areas, and a high ceiling.

19. Isla Verde Hotel

Isla Verde Hotel
3.0 star property
Pavas, 2.8 km from La Sabana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (670 reviews)
"Nice place, good wifi for work, friendly staff, good breakfast included."
Canada
Tej
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Isla Verde Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

20. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
4.0 star property
Uruca, 1.2 km from La Sabana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,168 reviews)
"The staff very friendly, the land scape was out this world , breakfast was great , the piano at the lobby very good ."
United States
Enrique
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Barceló San José
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Compare popular hotels in La Sabana

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern bathroom with a large white sink, a patterned tile backsplash, and a small garden area with a pergola.
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
72 reviews
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An outdoor pool area with a covered seating area, a buffet station, and various plants.
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
786 reviews
View
A modern house with a garden featuring a pond, stepping stones, and various plants.
Casa Jardin Del Mango
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
152 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
840 reviews
View
A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
717 reviews
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Where to stay in La Sabana

Find the best La Sabana areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A panoramic view of a city with a prominent stadium, dense residential areas, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

La California

Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Barrio Escalante

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

A multi-story building with a prominent vertical sign and a curved entrance.
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Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture.

A busy urban street with a large historic building with a green roof and columns.

Merced

If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.

Top La Sabana Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

8/10 Good
"It is a Good place with continental breakfast a litte better the the others competitors!"
Glenervan 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in La Sabana?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in San José's La Sabana neighbourhood. Are you looking for La Sabana travel tips? Make sure that you visit Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in La Sabana?
Based on our traveller data, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana is one of the top choices for your stay in La Sabana. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from National Stadium of Costa Rica, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hilton San Jose La Sabana and Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG.
How many hotels will I find in the La Sabana area?
Expedia has 90 hotels and other accommodation options in La Sabana to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San José area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in La Sabana, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in La Sabana.
What is there to do around this San José neighbourhood?
Museum of Costa Rican Art, Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle and La Salle Natural Science Museum feature a variety of exhibits to peruse while you're in La Sabana. Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Precolumbian Gold Museum, U.S. Embassy San José and Mercado Borbón are just a few of the places to visit in and around La Sabana. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Mercado Central or Children's Museum.
How can I get around La Sabana and the greater San José area?
If you want to venture out of town, San Jose Contraloria Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at San Jose Sabana Station.