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Our top choices for San José hotels

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

1. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
1.6 km from San José
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (831 reviews)
"Great stay at a unique and quiet location!"
United States
Marc
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Villa San Ignacio
An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

2. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
3.4 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (629 reviews)
"Nice and affordable hotel in a cute town near the airport. Perfect for our one-night stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

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

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
2.7 km from San José
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (263 reviews)
"Lovely place"
United States
Collin
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
A lizard on a poolside wall.

4. Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn
3.0 star property
3.1 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (715 reviews)
"Very nice for airport layover"
Canada
vanessa
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Trapp Family Country Inn
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
4.3 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Well maintained, clean and great breakfast, close to airport"
United States
Merri Heather
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
3.9 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,178 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

7. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
4.2 km from San José
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,257 reviews)
"Easy airport location, good breakfast and helpful staff"
United States
Jeremy Lee
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

8. Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
2.2 km from San José
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice Hotel, friendly staff."
Canada
Michael
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Aeropuerto
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

9. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
5.7 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,537 reviews)
"Close to the airport, will stay there again"
United States
Danny
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hotel Mango
A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

10. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
3.0 star property
2.7 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (74 reviews)
"Randall was very kind and helpful!! We stayed here overnight before our next flight out and it was the perfect stop!!"
Canada
Travis
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and wooden lounge chairs, with a covered seating area in the background.

11. Hotel La Rosa de America

Hotel La Rosa de America
3.0 star property
La Mandarina, 1.8 km from San José
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (466 reviews)
"nice place for a night before flying. pool & staff were great. family suite was small but comfortable & breakfast was simple but fine. would recommend for a short stay"
United Kingdom
Sara
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel La Rosa de America
A modern, elongated building with a flat roof, surrounded by dense greenery.

12. Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel Pibi Boreal
3.0 star property
6.7 km from San José
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (467 reviews)
"The grounds were beautiful with a park like feel and lovely gardens"
United States
Monica
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Pibi Boreal
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV.

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

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
5.6 km from San José
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,766 reviews)
"Clean rooms and great amenities and excellent food and staff"
United States
Salvatore
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a sofa.

14. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
5.6 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,730 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and conveniently located close to the airport and hire cars"
United Kingdom
Suresh
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
4.0 star property
4 km from San José
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (132 reviews)
"Very clean property, staff is attentive. Check in was hassle free and the breakfast was excellent!"
Canada
Kaief
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.

16. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
6.4 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Food at the restaurant was great"
United States
Robert
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
A resort with multiple blue-roofed buildings, palm trees, and a view of a distant cityscape.

17. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Buena Vista Chic Hotel
3.5 star property
7.1 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (660 reviews)
"Everything about is excellent"
United States
Odalys
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Buena Vista Chic Hotel
A well-lit garden area with pathways, palm trees, and a building with illuminated windows.

18. Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel
3.5 star property
2.9 km from San José
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (688 reviews)
"Had free airport shuttle, wonderful staff, poo table and games. Restaurant on site was also amazing."
United States
Krystal
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Brillasol Airport Hotel
A small patio area with a bench, potted plants, and a refrigerator.

19. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
3.5 star property
3.4 km from San José
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a late arrival or catch a very early flight.. Spaces and clean... Will stay again next time if we arrived late or catch an early flight "
United States
Lam
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

20. La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
7.1 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
Robert
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
La Riviera Hotel B&B
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A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

Villa San Ignacio

3.5 star property
1.6 km from San José
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An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

2.5 star property
3.4 km from San José
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A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

2.0 star property
2.7 km from San José
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A lizard on a poolside wall.

Trapp Family Country Inn

3.0 star property
3.1 km from San José
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A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 star property
4.3 km from San José
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9.6
Exceptional
831 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
629 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
263 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
715 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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Where to stay in San José

Find the best San José areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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 bridge, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a mountain in the background.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in San José?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in San José's San José neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in San José?

When you want to find places to stay in San José, start by booking one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options 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 bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in San José.

What are the top things to see and do in San José?

A few places to visit in the area around San José include Plaza Práktico, Central Market Alajuela and Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Juan Santamaria Historical Museum or City Mall.