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Check availability on San José Family Hotels

Tonight
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Tomorrow
11 Sep - 12 Sep
This weekend
11 Sep - 13 Sep
Next weekend
18 Sep - 20 Sep

Our top choices for San José family-friendly hotels

The Apex | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
2 restaurants, dinner served
Signature Room, 1 King Bed (El Caballero Elegante) | Bathroom | Shower, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Front of property - evening/night

1. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
Catedral
AED 356
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Presidente
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Lobby
Bar (on property)

2. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
  • Family-friendly hotel with complimentary airport shuttle and outdoor pool offers relaxing stays with numerous kid-approved amenities.
AED 419
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
View from property
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Lobby lounge
Fitness studio

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
  • Experience a playful family retreat just minutes from the airport, where cribs, rollaway beds, and poolside fun await adventurous kids.
AED 426
AED 482 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Terrace/patio
Junior Suite, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Fitness facility

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
  • Family fun awaits with kid-friendly pools, convenient free breakfast, and easy access to Sabana Park.
AED 295
AED 333 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Lobby
Exterior
Restaurant
Lobby

5. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Catedral
  • Explore San José with little ones at this centrally located hotel offering cozy comforts for family adventures.
AED 449
AED 507 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool
Reception
Interior entrance
Restaurant

6. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
Uruca
  • Splash into family bliss with a children's pool, plus free kid-friendly activities and shuttles—just steps from Sabana Park.
AED 345
AED 389 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Barceló San José
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | City view
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast

7. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Carmen
AED 267
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Bar (on property)
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Restaurant

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Los Molinos
AED 419
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
2 bars/lounges, sports bar, lobby lounge
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
View from property

9. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
La Asunción
AED 547
AED 618 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Exterior

10. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San Francisco
  • Family adventures in the heart of San Jose with dedicated children's pool and complimentary full breakfast.
AED 395
AED 446 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in San José

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
Water park
4 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in San José

The Apex | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
2 restaurants, dinner served
Lobby
Front of property - evening/night

Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
Catedral
AED 356
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Presidente
Lobby
Exterior
Restaurant
Lobby

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Catedral
AED 449
AED 507 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Free daily buffet breakfast
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Casino
Lobby

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Carmen
AED 267
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Outdoor pool
Reception
Interior entrance
Restaurant

Barceló San José

Barceló San José
Uruca
AED 345
AED 389 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Barceló San José
Garden
Staircase
Lobby sitting area
Property entrance

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
La Sabana
AED 313
AED 354 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Front of property
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Property entrance
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Carmen
AED 224
AED 253 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Exterior

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San Francisco
AED 395
AED 446 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Lobby
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
AED 419
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
Waterslide
Building design
Building design
Restaurant

Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
Carmen
AED 209
AED 236 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Santo Tomás
Indoor pool
Exterior
Restaurant
Lobby

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
AED 569
AED 643 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in San José

Garden
Staircase
Lobby sitting area
Property entrance

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
La Sabana
AED 313
AED 354 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Outdoor pool
Reception
Interior entrance
Restaurant

Barceló San José

Barceló San José
Uruca
AED 345
AED 389 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Barceló San José
Waterslide
Building design
Building design
Restaurant

Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
Carmen
AED 209
AED 236 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Santo Tomás
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Exterior

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San Francisco
AED 395
AED 446 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Indoor pool
Exterior
Restaurant
Lobby

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
AED 569
AED 643 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
Terrace/patio
Lobby
Lobby
Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
AED 419
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Snack bar
Front of property
Snack bar

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
Hospital
AED 418
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Reception
Bar (on property)

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
La Sabana
AED 448
AED 506 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
Lobby
Indoor pool
Lobby
Bar (on property)

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Carmen
AED 355
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Property grounds
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Reception
Gym

Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
Uruca
AED 310
AED 350 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Irazu Hotel & Studios
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.
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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"Exelent location"
Alexis 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent
"Pueden mejorar la imagen del exterior del hotel"
Marco 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and friendly staff"
Bill 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent
"Un bien belle place."
Alexandre 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hotel Presidente

Frequently asked questions

What's San José like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of San José is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the kids. The entertainment, museums, and parks are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is the closest airport, or Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from the center of San José.
What's the best place to stay for a family vacation in San José?
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica is a hotel with a children's pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices to stay with the kids include Barceló San José and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica.
How many family-friendly hotels can I expect to find in San José?
Expedia has 46 hotels in San José that are rated for being family-friendly.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in San José?
The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 66°F. The rainiest months in San José are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 26 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in San José?
While you are visiting San José, you might want to round up the kiddos and make time to see interesting attractions such as National Theater of Costa Rica and Mercado Central. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like National Museum of Costa Rica and San Pedro Mall.

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