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Our top choices for San Rafael family-friendly hotels

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.

1. Casa 41

Casa 41
3.5 star property
San Rafael
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great breakfast, very safe location."
United States
Cicely
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Casa 41
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.

2. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
4.5 star property
San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (522 reviews)
"The wonderful smell in the entire hotel, love it! Clean rooms, service was excellent"
United States
Melissa
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (803 reviews)
"Excellent staff, breakfast and location."
United States
DEVANAND VISHNU
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifebuoy, and lounge chairs.

4. Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
4.0 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Because of our room choice we were able to access the Sheraton Guest Lounge. What a wonderful amenity. Wonderful hotel."
United States
Karl
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A wooden playground with a slide and swings.

5. Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,065 reviews)
"Great accommodations"
United States
Joerg
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
An outdoor bar area with seating and a view of a modern building.

6. AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (452 reviews)
"Nice property on a premium location"
United States
Felipe
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by cushioned seating and plants.

7. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (953 reviews)
"Love the convenience of the location. The staff were great. Love it !"
United States
marilen
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
A traditional Japanese garden with a small stream, rocks, and various plants.

8. Apartotel Don Francisco

Apartotel Don Francisco
3.0 star property
San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (112 reviews)
"Very clean, spacious well appointed hotel. Nice full kitchen wirh fridge,stove, and micowave."
United States
Christopher
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Apartotel Don Francisco
A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase.

9. Out of Bounds Hotel

Out of Bounds Hotel
3.0 star property
San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (187 reviews)
"Very basic hotel however good for the price. Parking is difficult."
United States
Robin
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Out of Bounds Hotel
A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'Wyndham Garden' sign, and well-lit windows.

10. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean rooms Great location"
United States
Jason
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
A modern staircase with glass railings and a metal handrail, leading to a landing with a view of a car outside.

11. Las Yagrumas Condo Escazu

Las Yagrumas Condo Escazu
3.0 star property
San Rafael
The price is €334
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Las Yagrumas Condo Escazu
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in San Rafael

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in San Rafael

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
4.5 star property
San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (522)
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in San Rafael

An infinity pool with a thatched roof, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1065)
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Barceló San José

Barceló San José

10/10 Excellent
"Good breakfast. Nice......"
Jennifer 4-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Barceló San José

Frequently asked questions

What's San Rafael like for family-friendly holidays?
The destination of San Rafael is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the children. There are some interesting activities that the entire family might enjoy. Take to the air and fly into San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is the closest airport, or San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.), which is located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in San Rafael?
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG is a hotel with 3 outdoor pools and 4 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices for your family trip include Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica and Casa Isabella.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in San Rafael?
The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 650 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in San Rafael?
While you and your family are visiting San Rafael, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Avenida Escazú Shopping Center, Plaza Tempo and Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Escazú Village and Plaza Itskazú.