What's it like in San José?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in San José's San José neighborhood.

How many hotels will I find in San José?

When you want to find places to stay in San José, start by booking one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodations in San José.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San José, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in San José.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San José?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to San José, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What are the top things to see and do in San José?

A few places to visit in the area around San José include Plaza Práktico, Central Market Alajuela, and Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center. While you're out sightseeing in San José, be sure to visit other sights like Juan Santamaria Historical Museum or City Mall.

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

1. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.9 km from San José

Rosa

AED 487 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

2. Villa San Ignacio

1.6 km from San José

Marc

AED 267 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

4.3 km from San José

Merri Heather

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

4.2 km from San José

Jeremy Lee

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

5. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

5.6 km from San José

Suresh

AED 561 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

6. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

5.6 km from San José

Salvatore

AED 519 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

7. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

2.7 km from San José

Collin

AED 153 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and wooden lounge chairs, with a covered seating area in the background.

8. Hotel La Rosa de America

La Mandarina, 1.8 km from San José

Sara

AED 380 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

3.4 km from San José

Joseph

AED 136 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

10. Hotel Aeropuerto

2.2 km from San José

Michael

AED 346 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

11. La Riviera Hotel B&B

7.1 km from San José

Robert

AED 448 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A resort with multiple blue-roofed buildings, palm trees, and a view of a distant cityscape.

12. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

7.1 km from San José

Odalys

AED 592 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

13. Hotel Mango

5.7 km from San José

Danny

AED 431 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Dec - 17 Dec

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

14. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

8.3 km from San José

KRISTIAN

AED 793 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

4 km from San José

Kaief

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

16. Trapp Family Country Inn

3.1 km from San José

vanessa

AED 279 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

17. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

2.7 km from San José

Travis

AED 164 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.

18. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

8.7 km from San José

David

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a TV. There is a large painting on the wall and a fountain in the background.

19. 1915 Hotel

3.4 km from San José

Jose

AED 301 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A well-lit garden area with pathways, palm trees, and a building with illuminated windows.

20. Brillasol Airport Hotel

2.9 km from San José

Krystal

AED 346 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in San José

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Villa San Ignacio	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 832 reviews	View
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose	2.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 263 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 632 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 133 reviews	View

Where to stay in San José

Find the best San José areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

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.

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A panoramic view of a city with a prominent stadium, dense residential areas, and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

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 National Theater of Costa Rica.

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A cityscape with a prominent bridge, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

La Sabana

If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

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A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a mountain in the background.

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Melico Salazar Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

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A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Nice staff and clean room. We only stayed for one night and will come back for sure. Excellent free breakfast."

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent

"While most of San Jose looks a little seedy the hotel was a beautiful hotel. pull right in and the valet will take care of the rest. Highly recommend the restaurant on the rooftop (no driving required!) The rooms were spacious, the bathrooms immaculate and the staff was so helpful and kind! 100% recommend this hotel. stop by the soda down the street walking for breakfast, gorgeous pastries and very affordable."

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

10/10 Excellent

"First the staff- immensely polite and helpful. Clean, elegant, detail oriented lobby, restaurant (s) and rooms. Very minimalist in design but everything is extremely well thought out and Marriott quality. Rooms were very quiet. Great rooftop bar and pool- minutes from the airport and whatever you do, don’t miss their 5 star breakfast buffet - it’s worth it! Also - close to modern mall to find anything you may have forgotten at home some great food trucks just outside, little market, pharmacy etc . We’ll be back!"

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1. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

2. Villa San Ignacio

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

5. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

6. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

7. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

8. Hotel La Rosa de America

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

10. Hotel Aeropuerto

11. La Riviera Hotel B&B

12. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

13. Hotel Mango

14. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

15. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

16. Trapp Family Country Inn

17. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

18. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

19. 1915 Hotel

20. Brillasol Airport Hotel

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Where to stay in San José

Barrio Escalante

La California

La Sabana

Hospital

Carmen

Top San José Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

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