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A building with multiple rooms, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and palm trees.

A garden pathway with lush greenery and palm trees.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, a metal ladder, and a stone wall with a water feature in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, two pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

1. Hotel B&B Garden Grecia

San Jose

Nelson

€63

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by trees and a building with arches.

A table with two chairs, a drink, candles, and string lights.

A small house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of plants.

2. Villa San Ignacio

Tambor

CURTIS

€64

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

3. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Jessica

€101

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.

A hotel lobby with a large digital display on the wall, a seating area with a red accent wall, and a carpeted floor.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Kimberly

€118

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, a wall-mounted elevator, and decorative wall art.

A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.

5. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Juan

€107

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

A modern bar area with wicker chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

Nicole

€110

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.

A stationary bike in a gym with a digital display and a mirror.

7. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Cacique

John Ross

€110

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

A narrow outdoor corridor with a wooden door, a small table and chairs, and hanging flower baskets.

A spacious living area with a leather sofa, ottoman, and a wooden floor. A hallway leads to a door with a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a sign reading "LAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House".

8. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Corazón de Jesús

Jason

€30

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

9. Hotel Mango

Cacique

Robert

€96

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A covered outdoor seating area with bamboo furniture, surrounded by potted plants and a view of a lush garden.

A pathway flanked by dense foliage and illuminated by green lights, leading to a building with a visible entrance.

10. Trapp Family Country Inn

San Antonio

Nancy

€71

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A well-lit garden area with pathways, palm trees, and a building with illuminated windows.

A building with multiple balconies, a central tree, and a paved courtyard.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

A rectangular swimming pool with a red-roofed structure in the background, surrounded by lush greenery.

11. Brillasol Airport Hotel

San Antonio

Marisol

€83

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A pool area with a hammock, lounge chairs, and a tree.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a ceiling fan, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A hallway with a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery and a tiled floor.

A narrow, enclosed shower area with a wooden door and tiled walls, surrounded by lush greenery.

12. Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique

Guacima

Shantha

€67

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

A paved road flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a small white building with a tiled roof.

A restaurant with a bar area, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, and curtains.

13. Hotel Aeropuerto

San Antonio

Michael

€91

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A wooden deck leading to a clear blue pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A wooden cabin with a bed, a small kitchenette, and a view of the outdoors.

A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, overlooking a lush landscape with dense vegetation and a clear sky.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a distant view of a hilly landscape.

14. Hotel Mango Valley

San Roque

Juliana

€67

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

A wooden door with a sign reading "CORCOVADO," a bench with a quilted cushion, and potted plants in a courtyard.

A wooden table with blue placemats, a bench, and a view of lush greenery through a barred window.

An outdoor seating area with wooden furniture, a brick wall, and a window with a view of the sky.

15. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Bajo Cornizal

Brittany

€39

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, tables, and pendant lights. Large windows offer a view of the cityscape.

A spacious living area with a large window, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative pebbled walkway.

16. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

San José

Yehuda

€103

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A restaurant with wooden interiors and tables set for dining.

A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, a sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a plant.

17. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

San Rafael

Raymond

€92

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy cabin with a leather sofa, wooden floors, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

A modern house with large glass windows and wooden beams, surrounded by lush greenery.

A room with a hot tub, a table, and chairs, large windows with a view of greenery and mountains.

A staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, leading to a second floor. There is a bench with a cushion, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

18. Altura Hotel

San Juan

scott

€112

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A garden with palm trees, a pathway, and string lights.

A residential area with multiple houses, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a dining table.

19. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

San Isidro

Julia

€148

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a compact kitchen area with a refrigerator and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

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

Ciudad Cariari

Alexis

€85

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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Ruinas de Ujarras

Find out about the history of San Jose when you take a trip to Ruinas de Ujarras. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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The National Theater's ornate interior showcases Costa Rican heritage while the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum displays ancient treasures beneath Plaza de la Cultura. Explore nearby Poás Volcano National Park in Alajuela Province, then return to sample local coffee at Mercado Central's bustling food stalls.

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Top San Jose Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"My experience at Hilton Gardens was great. Room was clean and comfortable, The buffet was right on Point - Lunch was really good and breakfast as well a lot of variety of food well prepare. The staff was welcoming, It was great having a large mall a few steps away. perfect for shopping. Last but not least the free shuttle to the airport and the proximity of it made the whole package Thank you I enjoyed my stay very much, I am glad to be a member of the Hilton family, Sincerely. Veronica Magill"

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"La piscina estupenda y la atención del personal muy buena"

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed the stay."

Hotel Mango

10/10 Excellent

"Mango is a great place to stop before and after the airport. I wish I had discovered it sooner. It will be my "go to" airport hotel in Costa Rica. Dinner was delicious, the staff was very kind, the pool and outdoor areas were relaxing. The rooms were basic, but clean and comfortable. They provided an airport shuttle at 4 am and included cookies and coffee at that hour."

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

8/10 Good

"The amenities were good, however the check in and out staff not so much, very hostile and unfriendly. The checkout time very early. I don’t see me staying there again."

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente hotel en una ubicación muy conveniente."

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was very nice and helpful. The cleaning staff was excellent"

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent

"Muy bello el hotel, como clásico, con el bar azotea 7 con una vista espectacular. El personal se pasa de amable. Maravilla stadia."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property- love the quiet natural beauty"

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Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

€19

10 Oct - 11 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (263 reviews)

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose

€19

2 Oct - 3 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

€30

5 Oct - 6 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

€31

2 Oct - 3 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

€39

2 Oct - 3 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

€41

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in San Jose?

Barceló San José, located 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from the heart of San Jose, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your visit to the area are Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela and DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Jose.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that San Jose has to offer?

4BR Casa Peces Santa Ana, Private Indoor Pool & Sauna!: This holiday home rental outside of San Jose is located on a river, and has a patio, a garden and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in San Jose.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Jose, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Jose.

How is it to stay in San Jose?

Visitors can enjoy all that San Jose has to offer, including the churches, gardens and golf courses. Tourists can also enjoy the city's coffee shops, local tours and restaurants. There are 1652 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about San Jose.

What is there to see in San Jose?

A couple of favourite places to visit are Ruinas de Ujarras and Los Chorros Municipal Recreative Park. You'll also find Doka Estate and Hacienda Alsacia in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Jose guide.

What's the seasonal weather in San Jose?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in San Jose are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 516 mm of rainfall.

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Our top choices for San Jose hotels

1. Hotel B&B Garden Grecia

2. Villa San Ignacio

3. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

5. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

7. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

8. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

9. Hotel Mango

10. Trapp Family Country Inn

11. Brillasol Airport Hotel

12. Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique

13. Hotel Aeropuerto

14. Hotel Mango Valley

15. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

16. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

17. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

18. Altura Hotel

19. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

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

Stay near popular San Jose attractions

Ruinas de Ujarras

Learn more about San Jose

Top San Jose Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hotel Mango

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

Hotel Presidente

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

More cheap stays in San Jose

Hotel Pacandé

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Toucan Hostel

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Viajero San José Hostel

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