Central Valley
Travel Guide
Visit Central Valley
Where to stay in Central Valley
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 neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or Casa Amarilla.
Barrio Escalante
Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
La Sabana
If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Casa Amarilla and Asamblea Legislativa are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Very helpful staff
Reviewed on 9 February 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Clean rooms. TVs outdated not capable of streaming services.
Reviewed on 7 February 2026
Barceló San José
All the above
Reviewed on 6 February 2026
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Lots of decent amenities.
Reviewed on 5 February 2026
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Spotless, great breakfast and service
Reviewed on 1 February 2026
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
As advertised. Easy check in process
Reviewed on 20 January 2026
Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Irazu Volcano National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Irazu Volcano National Park, a lovely green space in Santa Rosa. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
- Sabana Park
- Poás Volcano National Park
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Central Park
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- National Theater
- City Mall
- Juan Santamaría Park
- University of Costa Rica
- Chirripo National Park
