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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Outdoor pool
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (716)
"This hotel is a fantastic option for families who want more convenient accommodation than 1 standard hotel room. It has apartments with various numbers of bedrooms and full kitchen. The heated pool is very nice addition. Everything is very clean. The stuff is very nice and accommodating. I highly recommend this place. "
The price is AED 331
AED 365 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia
Terrace/patio
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia
3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (76)
"Excellent place to stay overnight before we headed over to La Fortuna next morning. Edward picked us up from the airport, we used his rental car service and dropped us off to the airport. Breakfast was yummy and we can't thank Edward and Familia enough for their hospitality."
The price is AED 253
AED 280 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia
Beautiful villa, amazing view, pool, best climate
Pool
Beautiful villa, amazing view, pool, best climate
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"For reference we stayed in Atenas Costa Rica April 14th through April 19th. The house is gorgeous, and the view from the backyard is stunning. On two separate occasions toucans came to the tree in the backyard to feed on the berries. We also had 6 head of cows/ bulls wander up one morning while we enjoyed coffee on the back porch. The late afternoons did get warm, but we just cooled off in the pool. We did not see any rain while we were there. The nights do cool down, but was still a little...
Beautiful villa, amazing view, pool, best climate
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San José?
The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in San José are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 20 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San José?
Get out into nature with places like Ojo de Agua Spa Park, Poas Volcano, and Poás Volcano National Park. Cultural attractions include San Ramon Museum, Arte Latino, and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum. Locals like to shop at San Ramon Municipal Market and Central Market Alajuela.
What's the best way to get to and around San José while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around San José in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), 13.6 mi (21.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), situated 18.5 mi (29.7 km) away.

Recent reviews of San José hotels
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Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

5/5 Excellent
"The property has everything needed for a trip. There are 4 dining options, a gym, salon and a spa. It’s tucked into a lush piece of city. "
A verified traveler stayed at Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Posted 9 hours ago
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen