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A wooden building with a stone foundation, a porch, and a door.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window, and a bathroom.

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A wooden house with a stone facade, a porch, and a garden with tropical plants.

1. Rio Nino Lodge

San José

€99

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A wooden deck with a hammock and benches, overlooking a lush green landscape.

A wooden bathroom with a sink, towel rack, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A room with two beds, wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and large windows with a view of greenery outside.

A wooden house with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery.

2. La Anita Rainforest Ranch

Guayabo

Kathryn

€108

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A stone-walled room with a fireplace, sofas, and a pool table.

An outdoor dining area with round tables covered in white tablecloths, surrounded by wooden chairs with cushioned seats.

A stone-walled room with a high ceiling, furnished with sofas and a coffee table, and a large window providing natural light.

A nighttime swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with illuminated windows.

3. Malekus Mountain Lodge

Guayabo

Jennifer

€88

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A lush garden with a circular pool surrounded by tropical plants and a wooden fence.

A wooden cabin-style room with four beds, a ceiling fan, a television, and a dining area.

A lush garden with rock formations and dense foliage.

A stone bridge over a small pond, surrounded by lush greenery and a rocky backdrop.

4. Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

Guayabo

Joseph

€146

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A wooden cabin with a porch, a bed, and a small table.

A rustic wooden building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a dirt path.

A wooden cabin with a bed, a staircase, and a small seating area with chairs.

A wooden cabin with a porch, a chair, and a small garden area.

5. Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

Guayabo

Ryan

€54

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A wooden outdoor seating area with a table and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, and large windows overlooking a forest.

A wooden pedestrian bridge with metal railings, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A wooden cabin with a sloped roof, a porch with lattice railings, and a small entrance.

6. Cabañas Don Ramiro

Guayabo

Grant

€109

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A person sitting by a clear water body surrounded by rocks and trees.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

A person performing a yoga pose on a wooden deck with a view of mountains and greenery.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a mounted TV, and a view of an outdoor pool area.

7. Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

Curubandé

Alicia

€148

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A woman sitting by a clear pool with a stone wall and lush greenery in the background.

A spacious restaurant with wooden walls and large windows, offering a view of lush greenery. Tables are set with chairs and dining essentials.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A two-story house with a front porch, a covered patio, and a well-maintained garden.

8. Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

Canas Dulces

Paola

€89

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A room with large windows offering a view of a lush green landscape and mountains. There are wooden tables and chairs arranged for seating.

A large, modern building with a red roof, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and a hilly landscape.

A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of greenery through the window.

A modern interior with a leather sofa, a wooden table, and a vase with plants.

9. Celeste Mountain Lodge

Bijagua

Louisa

€112

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A covered outdoor seating area with two wooden benches, a wooden door, and a window.

A compact room with a television on a shelf, a small refrigerator, a fan, and a window with a view of greenery.

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden pergola, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path.

10. Zompopa Lodge

Guayabo

€61

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

An outdoor swimming pool with wooden deck and lounge chairs, surrounded by a wooden fence and tropical foliage.

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

A wooden house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A wooden deck with a hammock, rocking chairs, and a round table.

11. Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

Bijagua

Klementina

€100

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A wooden cabin with two beds, a fan, and a view of greenery outside.

An indoor space with a wooden floor, a bench, and a hammock.

A rustic wooden structure with a Christmas tree, seating area, and a table.

A swimming pool with a blue water slide and inflatable toys, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

12. 0ski Logde Rincón de la Vieja

Colonia Dos Rios

Maria

€91

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a garden with tropical plants and a hammock.

A rustic building with a sign indicating a reception, restaurant, and rooms.

A buffet setup with various food items and a person serving food.

A wooden structure with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and white flowers.

13. Rinconcito Lodge

Mogote de Bagaces

Michelle

€108

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A wooden deck with a hammock, a bench, and a table.

A wooden bar area with stools, a bench, and a hammock.

A lodge surrounded by dense greenery, with a prominent green roof and wooden exterior.

An indoor swimming pool with a view of lush greenery outside.

14. Cataratas Bijagua Lodge

Bijagua

Michael

€84

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A wooden dining table with chairs under a glass roof, surrounded by potted plants and a kitchen area.

A cozy living room with wooden furniture, a large window, and various wall decorations.

A cozy room with a wooden bench, a table with a book and a decorative vase, and a view of mountains through a large window.

A room with wooden ceiling beams, two beds with white linens, a desk with a chair, a table with a remote control, and artwork on the walls.

15. Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

Bijagua

Catalin

€44

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A wooden cabin with a glass door, surrounded by dense foliage.

A wooden cabin with a covered deck, surrounded by lush greenery.

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by bookshelves and potted plants.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator.

16. Casitas Tenorio B&B

Bijagua

Sandra

€153

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A rustic café with wooden walls and hanging lanterns.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with a blender, and a hanging wine rack.

A rustic interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bamboo wall, and a mural of a forest scene.

17. Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

Katira

Joshua Jon

€123

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

A garden with pink flowers, a palm tree, and a pergola.

A geodesic dome structure with a transparent facade, surrounded by dense green foliage.

A room with a large glass dome, wicker chairs, a small table, and a view of a green landscape.

18. Vida Aventura Ranch

Mogote de Bagaces

Svitlana

€106

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery.

A dense tropical garden with various types of trees and plants, including palm trees and banana plants.

A pathway leading to a building surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. A sign indicates a parking area for the tenorio room.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a wooden shelf above.

19. Jardín entre Montañas

Bijagua

Kevin

€71

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A wooden cabin with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a hillside.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a small building structure.

A large wooden tree trunk supporting a staircase in a spacious room with large windows.

A wooden outdoor seating area with a bench and chairs, a table, and a lantern.

20. Mei Tai Cacao Lodge

Bijagua

Maribel

€170

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Rio Celeste Jungle Glamping

10/10 Excellent

"This was such a great place to stay! The views were awesome, it was very quiet and peaceful, and it was very unique to stay in a dome. We saw so many hummingbirds and butterflies. The caretakers were the most helpful, friendly, generous people. They went out of their way to help us with anything we needed and they also had a cute friendly dog that greeted us. Just a few minutes away there were a couple restaurants to eat at and it was a 5 minute car ride to Rio Celeste. Highly recommend this place!"

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, beautiful views, great on site activities and history. Food options and drink options not so great.wish there was better options it's about a 55 min drive to town for oodf"

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Loved everything about the property lush, tropical, sounds of birds and animals. Just what everyone needs to relax."

Hideaway Rio Celeste

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay at Hideaway. The fanciest hotel in this area with a 2025 Michelin Key. Going to Tenorio volano national park was only a 2 min drive. The grounds of the hotel are spectacular. The hotel is nestled in the rainforest and has 2 private trails to rio celeste. We got a free upgrade to a rainforest view room. We also enjoyed a complimentary yoga class with an excellent yoga teacher and a complimentary night tour with a knowledgeable guide. The staff was very friendly. The only negative point is that the restaurant is quite expensive (200-250 USD for 2 suppers depending if you get drinks/appetizers/desserts) and the food was just okay. The breakfast was quite tasty though. Thank you to all the staff that made our stay very memorable."

Destino Hotel & Hot Spring

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very friendly and Jorge was the best guy to have around and show us the place even though we’ve checked in late in the evening. Also, the rooms and place was beautiful and great layout."

Agutipaca B&B

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at this property, we were shown around by Angie who seemed to be the animal whisperer. Wherever we went we saw all sorts of animals, monkeys, sloths, toucans, humming birds and so many more. It’s a beautiful paradise and we loved every minute we had here. We were sad to have to move on when we did. Thankyou so much for looking after us so well."

Thermomania

8/10 Good

"Un lugar amplio para disfrutar de diferentes piscinas "

Vida Aventura Ranch

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay! Jorge made sure we had a pleasant stay and the staff was really nice. The unit we had was basic but clean, of a good size and well equipped. The breakfast was excellent (you can choose from 3 options) and we also had dinner there twice (there is nothing around), which was also good and well priced. We enjoyed the walking trails. It was a very relaxing stay. Note that the road to get to the ranch is bad so you need a 4x4. Even though it was remote, it was a great base to visit Rincon de la Vieja. We are very happy with our stay overall."

Cataratas Bijagua Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The grounds were beautiful"

More cheap stays in San José

Cabinas Cascada Rio Celeste

100mts de Ebaios Bijagua Alajuela

€40

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)

Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

300m North Palí Bijagua Alajuela

€44

8 Sept - 9 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)

Posada Río Celeste La Amistad

1 mile from the entrance to the Katira Alajuela

€51

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

Colonia Blanca Guayabo

€54

5 Sept - 6 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Cataratas Bijagua Lodge

Bijagua Bijagua Alajuela

€84

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (73 reviews)

Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

600 Norte Antigua Empacadora San Rafael de Guatuso Alajuela Province

€97

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in San José?

Borinquen Thermal Resort, located 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from the heart of San José, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your trip to the area are Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa and Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San José.

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

Hotel Finca L'Étoile Celeste: This holiday home rental outside of San José offers a rooftop pool, a furnished balcony and air conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. This holiday rental also comes with free parking to give you added peace of mind. You can relax into your holiday with a terrace and a garden. See all vacation rentals in San José.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San José.

What is staying in San José like?

Visitors to San José will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 163 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about San José.

What is there to see in San José?

Places to visit in the wider area include Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Rincón de la Vieja Volcano and Miravalles Volcano. You'll also find Las Hornillas Hot Springs and Rio Negro Hot Springs in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San José guide.

What's the weather like in San José?

The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in San José are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 357 mm of rainfall.

San José Hotels

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Our top choices for San José hotels

1. Rio Nino Lodge

2. La Anita Rainforest Ranch

3. Malekus Mountain Lodge

4. Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

5. Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

6. Cabañas Don Ramiro

7. Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

8. Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

9. Celeste Mountain Lodge

10. Zompopa Lodge

11. Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

12. 0ski Logde Rincón de la Vieja

13. Rinconcito Lodge

14. Cataratas Bijagua Lodge

15. Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

16. Casitas Tenorio B&B

17. Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

18. Vida Aventura Ranch

19. Jardín entre Montañas

20. Mei Tai Cacao Lodge

Top San José Hotel Reviews

Rio Celeste Jungle Glamping

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

Hideaway Rio Celeste

Destino Hotel & Hot Spring

Agutipaca B&B

Thermomania

Vida Aventura Ranch

Cataratas Bijagua Lodge

More cheap stays in San José

Cabinas Cascada Rio Celeste

Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

Posada Río Celeste La Amistad

Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

Cataratas Bijagua Lodge

Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

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