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Park Inn San Jose by Radisson, hotel in San José

This property is located only 500 metres from Parque Metropolitano La Sabana Park in central San José. It offers an outdoor pool, hot tub, and a fitness centre.

Stylish hotel and very clean Friendly staff
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
2,457 reviews
Price from¥20,022per night
Wyndham San Jose Herradura, hotel in San José

On the outskirts of San José, just a 10 minutes' drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport, Wyndham San Jose Herradura offers 3 outdoor pools and a casino.

The access to different activities like pool and chess were fun and enjoyable.
7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
2,504 reviews
Price from¥16,320per night
Selina San Jose, hotel in San José

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Selina San José offers pet-friendly accommodation in San José. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant & Bar.

The most reliable upscale hostel/hotel for digital nomads and social backpackers
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,726 reviews
Price from¥8,846per night
Hotel Colonial, hotel in San José

Featuring neo-colonial architecture, a terrace, garden and swimming pool, Hotel Colonial is located 600 metres from San José main square and 5 minutes’ walk from the National Museum.

Location perfect, breakfast very good
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
1,587 reviews
Price from¥13,780per night
Posada el Quijote, hotel in San José

Posada el Quijote is located in San José and housed in a colonial-style building. It has a spacious garden, free Wi-Fi access and a snack bar.

Excellent welcoming staff. Location superb. So much better than staying in town. A relaxing 24 hours before flying home, we would definitely stay here again on future trips to Costa Rica.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
1,220 reviews
Price from¥13,211per night
Studio Hotel Boutique, hotel in San José

Featuring a rooftop swimming pool, Studio Hotel offers rooms with free high-speed WiFi and views of the surrounding Central Valley.

Nice equipped hotel close to SJO airport. Enjoyed the breakfast and the big room. Also pool looked very nice, but not time to try it.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,861 reviews
Price from¥18,705per night
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica, hotel in San José

Featuring 2 luxurious outdoor pools, a fitness center, and a gift shop, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi and 4 well-appointed meeting rooms to host events, receptions and weddings in San Jose.

It is a good hotel for the airport. The exterior of the hotel is nice, but just it.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
2,685 reviews
Price from¥17,218per night
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse, hotel in San José

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is located in the San Antonio de Belen countryside. Features include a health club, tennis court, and a steakhouse restaurant as well as free WiFi.

It was ok for what we needed the steak house was very good and the breakfast was ok
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
1,225 reviews
Price from¥16,698per night
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica, hotel in San José

This modern hotel near Costa Rica’s capital of San Jose features a casino, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Guests enjoy several on-site restaurants and bars and an outdoor swimming pool.

Great breakfast! Most employees were really kind & nice. The service performed by the bell boy during Saturday April/20 at 13H was OUTSTANDING!
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,263 reviews
Price from¥39,472per night
Hotel Presidente, hotel in San José

Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center is located in the heart of San José and 100 metres from Costa Rica’s National Theatre and Plaza de la Cultura.

Great location in the city center, very clean facilities, friendly staff (especially the staff taking care of the parking spaces and welcoming the customers arriving).
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
697 reviews
Price from¥19,816per night
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San José's best hotels with breakfast

  • Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,247 reviews

    Located in the heart of San José, surrounded by national museums, plazas and walking boulevards, the venue is within walking distance to the main cultural and tourist attractions.

    Location, friendly staff, comfortable, breakfast, bed

  • Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,932 reviews

    This stylish hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a conference center. Each spacious room includes free Wi-Fi.

    very lovely staff Ernesto was particularly helpful

  • Studio Hotel Boutique
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,861 reviews

    Featuring a rooftop swimming pool, Studio Hotel offers rooms with free high-speed WiFi and views of the surrounding Central Valley.

    Stylish, tastefully updated, comfortable and clean.

  • Hilton Cariari DoubleTree San Jose - Costa Rica
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,242 reviews

    Featuring an outdoor pool surrounded by a garden and luxurious facilities, Doubletree offers a casino and a beauty salon in Costa Rica.

    just perfect, especially during the holidays fantastic staff

  • AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 392 reviews

    Set in San José, 36 km from Poas National Park, AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    The hotel was very clean and had very good facilities

  • Hilton San Jose La Sabana
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 705 reviews

    Set in San José, Hilton San Jose La Sabana offers 4-star accommodation with a terrace and a bar. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a fitness centre, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna.

    Amazing service, comfortable rooms, tasty breakfast

  • Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 873 reviews

    Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana features accommodation in San José near La Sabana Metropolitan Park and Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

    Great location, friendly staff, spacious room, breakfast

  • Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana, San Jose
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 880 reviews

    Set in San José, 45 km from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana, San Jose offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

    Clean room, pool, breakfast was included, nice staff

Budget hotels in San José

  • City Express by Marriott San José Costa Rica
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,234 reviews

    Just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport, the City Express San José Aeropuerto offers free private parking and a gym. The functional modern rooms include free Wi-Fi.

    the staff was amazing and the breakfast was delicious

  • Hotel Casa Roland San Jose
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,192 reviews

    Just a 5-minute drive from Tobías Bolaños Airport, Hotel Hotel Casa Roland San Joseoffers a modern gym, a business and conference centre and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Quiet location, great staff and very nice breakfast.

  • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,686 reviews

    Featuring 2 luxurious outdoor pools, a fitness center, and a gift shop, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi and 4 well-appointed meeting rooms to host events, receptions and weddings in San Jose.

    Great staff, lovely room everything was very good!!

  • Fleur de Lys
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,782 reviews

    Located in the centre of San José, Fleur de Lys offers individually decorated rooms set in a Victorian mansion. It features an attractive terrace, gardens and a restaurant.

    A more traditional atmosphere with nice furnishings

  • Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,178 reviews

    Offering a casino, gym and free WiFi zone, this modern Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas is situated opposite España Park and the Modern Art Museum.

    clean, big room, good breakfast, comfortable parking

  • Barceló San José
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,527 reviews

    This classic hotel is located in a quiet area of San José, 3 km from the city centre.

    nice personal fantastic garden good service good food

  • Soy Local San José
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 495 reviews

    Soy Local San José features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in San José. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar.

    Las instalaciones muy limpias Y el personal muy amable

  • Hotel Otoya 1907 Downtown
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 370 reviews

    Located in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 50 km, Hotel Otoya 1907 Downtown provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant.

    Good location, simple but organised room with all you need

Hotels located in the centre of San José

  • La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,021 reviews

    Apartotel La Sabana is located 1.5 km from central San José and offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi access, breakfast included with the rate and an outdoor pool.

    Staff is great, Food was very good, Room perfectly clean

  • Isla Verde Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 842 reviews

    This luxurious hotel is located in the heart of San Jose and boasts an on-site restaurant.

    Breakfast is always good and staff always courteous!

  • Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 374 reviews

    Located in the exclusive commercial area of Avenida Escazú, a few steps from the Cima Hospital and only 1 Km from the Multiplaza Shopping Center and Itskatzú plaza.

    Great location, very high-class finish, and comfort.

  • Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 553 reviews

    Set in a residential area, next to Costa Rica Country Club, Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio features 2 outdoor pools, a hot tub and gym. A free airport shuttle service is offered.

    Breakfast and dining facilities were nice and well kept.

  • Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 481 reviews

    Located in central San José, just 300 metres from La Sabana Park, Hotel Suites Cristina offers its guests fully appointed accommodations with free WiFi access and daily cleaning services.

    very central and great breakfast and comfortable beds

  • Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana, Costa Rica
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 951 reviews

    Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana, Costa Rica offers accommodation in central San José just across the street from the National Stadium. All rooms include a flat-screen TV.

    very clean and neat! amazing view and the staff was so friendly

  • Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 480 reviews

    Located in Escazu the most exclusive area of the city, next to Plaza Itskatzu, close to the Multiplaza shopping center, CIMA Hospital, and Escazu Avenue, this family-friendly hotel is surrounded by a...

    La propreté, la décoration et l’espace dans la chambre

  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 296 reviews

    A 5-minute drive from the centre of San José, this hotel offers stunning volcano views "from the cafeteria" and full leisure facilities.

    Everyone at the hotel was very friendly and helpful

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What guests said about San José:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    I didn’t really like anything.

    I didn’t really like anything. The front desk made me carry my bag up 4 flights of stairs. The room was so hot when I got inside. There was no coffee in the rooms at all and I asked multiple time for it. The shower was also clogged.
    Kelly
    United States
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    San Jose as city is not too much to believe as other cities...

    San Jose as city is not too much to believe as other cities and is a crowded city We stayed at the outside skirts of San Jose where you have more nature, mountains/scenery and less city life and visited the city several times.
    Bjorn
    Curaçao
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    If you like a big city, San Jose is great.

    If you like a big city, San Jose is great. We live in southern Costa Rica and only go to San Jose for doctor visits and shopping. It's best to take a taxi or Uber in San Jose. The traffic is crazy. Be sure to use the WAZE app instead of Google for driving around. It stays more up to date.
    Gary
    Costa Rica
  • 10
    Scored 10

    I did a tour for the first two weeks of the volcano area,...

    I did a tour for the first two weeks of the volcano area, rain forest, Caribbean, and then the Pacific side of the island. During the tour, we also ziplined, rode horseback, white water rafting, soaked in hot springs, and hiked the rain forest and volcano areas. When the tour ended I stayed for another 10 days in downtown San Jose and did day trips out of the apartment. People are family-oriented, friendly, and supportive. You can drink the water and use US electric devices. Go, you will love it.
    Florence
    United States
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    We stayed here on our last night but wished we hadn't.

    We stayed here on our last night but wished we hadn't. The hotel was good but there was nothing special about the city and we would have preferred to be back in Alajuela where we stayed on the first night. There was much less traffic there and lots of different birds in the trees. The park in San Jose only had grackles.
    Elizabeth
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    There is plenty to do in San Jose and the surrounding area.

    There is plenty to do in San Jose and the surrounding area. Three places to recommend: the Jade Museum, the Post Office Museum and Lankester Botanical Garden on the road to Paraiso. The Jade Museum is a revelation - it is in a new building and has a wonderful exhibition about the Pre-Colombian inhabitants of Central America. Don't be put off by its title - it is not a museum of dusty cabinets full of jade objects. Just to the right of the entrance to the Central Post Office is a museum with displays of various themes - space, calypso, biodiversity - illustrated with stamps from all over the world. The Lankester Gardens is a gem. It's a centre for the study of orchids so visit at the right time of year, e.g. March, when many are in flower. The gardens are beautifully laid out and very well cared for.
    Richard
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in San José

  • From ¥15,811 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,758 reviews
    The rooms are HUGE! Comfortable beds and everything super clean. Located in downtown San Jose within walking distance to local museums, shopping strips and central market square. Hotel is located next to a casino that has great food at reasonable prices. Upon checking in, we received tokens for complementary drinks at the casino bar. Breakfast was good. Front desk staff went above and beyond to help us schedule our Covid test on a Sunday. Our room had a microwave, mini fridge, coffeemaker and even a stove top.
    Janett
    United States
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,021 reviews
    Very friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfasts. Clean room and comfy bed. Great cooling off in courtyard pool. Located near Park and free gallery of Costa Rica art which was really interesting. Away from the busy centre of San Jose but walk there in 30mins. Close to some good restaurants. Taxi to airport around 25 minutes. Taxi to main Tracopa bus station about 10 minutes. Staff organised taxi for us and it arrived with in minutes. High recommend hotel.
    Nick
    United Kingdom
  • From ¥5,108 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,109 reviews
    It is a wonderful small hotel conveniently located in downtown San Jose, at a walking distance from everything you likely want to see in the capital, with good restaurants nearby. It is very safe, open 24 h, well taken care of, with a very pleasant, relaxing, friendly atmosphere. A great base to explore San Jose and have tours around. You can always expect help and good advice at this place. Strongly recommended.
    Sergey
    United States
  • From ¥20,450 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,861 reviews
    The location was great, in a neat area of San Jose. The hotel seemed nice, we enjoyed all the wall decor although our kids found some nude portraits quite funny. Breakfast was good and it was our first encounter with the traditional food. We did try the local restaurant for dinner but the pizza was not the best. Beds were ok, pillows could have been better and bathroom amenities could be improved too.
    Valentina Ch
    Romania
  • From ¥13,176 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,782 reviews
    the place is very nice and cosy. the people who work here are so friendly and helpful. rooms are clean, bed is comfortable. all good. its also in i would say kind of a safer area of san jose, and its easy to walk to nice restaurants and shops. they have such a nice outdoor sitting area and also the decoration of the hotel is so amazing. i did sleep very well.
    alexandra
    Germany
  • From ¥15,811 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,758 reviews
    Location is excellent, right in the middle of downtown. Staff is very helpful, they don't speak perfect English, but make an effort and managed to communicate what was needed. Mariolet (sp?) in the front desk was especially helpful with changing the room, priting some documents, and a few other things. Breakfast is the usual Costa Rica fare with some options.
    P
    Peter
    Hungary
  • From ¥13,193 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 725 reviews
    The hotel is centrally located in San Jose, The staff were very helpful The room was very spacious and we had an excellent view of the swimming pool For breakfast the eggs were cooked freshly on demand There are alot of communal tables around the pool area which alot of people used to eat in the evening. I think microwaves were also available.
    Becky
    United Kingdom
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 316 reviews
    The hotel is "fair" in that it offers predictable accomodations without any wow factor. Rooms are large, there is breakfast, there is wifi, there is a small exercise room and an even smaller swimming pool. It is located in a safe area next to some mall, food court, another couple of malls and an easy exit from San Jose to the Pacific coast.
    Kemal Seitveliiev
    Ukraine
  • From ¥20,257 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 842 reviews
    Friendly staff. Nice and clean. Not too far from the airport or downtown. Also liked the sitting room area because it's nice to have when you want to be outside of the hotel room and outdoors but you're on a busy Pavas road. It provides a sanctuary of sorts so I can see why it's called Isla Verde. Beautifully decorated restaurant.
    NAKIA
    United States
  • From ¥9,283 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,033 reviews
    The hotel is a convenient and affordable option for a short stay in San Jose. We stayed for one night after arriving in costa rica. We really liked the breakfast. You can opt for continental (pancakes) or costa rican (gallo pinto) and the coffee was great. The staff was very friendly and speaks good English.
    Vanessa
    Netherlands
  • From ¥8,807 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,625 reviews
    The staff is wonderful and very helpful. Breakfast was very good (bread, jams, juice, fruit, and eggs with a slice of tomato) and plentiful. The location is great for exploring downtown San Jose, walking distance to almost everything. The owner even arranges affordable transportation to/from the airport.
    Nadia
    United States
  • From ¥16,408 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 621 reviews
    Nice location in one of the prettiest neighborhoods in San Jose, within easy walking distance of the downtown area, the Teatro Nacional and the other sites to see. The rooms were clean enough and the breakfast area was pretty neat, with lots of plants growing indoors.
    David
    Germany
  • From ¥13,193 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 725 reviews
    The hotel was a good location for our needs. It had free parking in a secure lot. A short, easy walk to downtown San Jose and restaurants. The rooms were basic, but clean and comfortable. The outdoor area was nice, and my group enjoyed the hot tub.
    Hosanna S
    United States
  • From ¥19,200 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,500 reviews
    It is in a great location if you want to be in San Jose (Costa Rica). You get to walk to places and many taxi near. Also they have got a very good restaurant. It is not obvious the restaurant is part of the hotel but I think it is.
    Faramarz
    United States
  • From ¥5,707 per night
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 359 reviews
    Great Hotel with super prices! I stayed there a few nights...Payed the same I sometimes do for hostel dorms but had a very good, clean private room. Location is 5 minutes walk from downtown area and the people are nice and helpful
    P
    Pascal
    Switzerland
  • From ¥8,631 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,566 reviews
    it’s a nice modern property located a short walk from downtown San Jose. The hotel does provide an optional breakfast in the cafe located on the ground floor, plus breakfast can be bundled into a room deal.
    Colin
    United States
  • From ¥23,956 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,104 reviews
    The location is great. Close to the Sabana park. It is a peaceful place. Not far from downtown San José. There ia very nice pool and the best japonese restaurant in town.
    APan61
    Brazil
  • From ¥32,865 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,263 reviews
    So comfortable. Great food. Fast check in/out. Convenient location. Amazing staff. We have stayed in many, many hotels in the San Jose area, this is now number one.
    Lisa
    Costa Rica
  • From ¥18,143 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 871 reviews
    Conveniently located nearby the airport (so you do not have to go to downtown San Jose). Nice and spacious rooms. Good value for the money!
    Annelore
    Belgium
  • From ¥8,702 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,838 reviews
    the location is on San Jose’s downtown so they are close to most of the restaurants and bars
    Cristian
    El Salvador

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