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Our top choices for San José hotels

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

1. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
1.6 km from San José
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (824 reviews)
"Great stay at a unique and quiet location!"
United States
Marc
The price is AED 236
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Villa San Ignacio
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

2. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
4.2 km from San José
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,240 reviews)
"Love this hotel the staff are amazing"
United States
Maria Olivia
The price is AED 371
AED 419 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

3. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
3.9 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,151 reviews)
"Hotel was so nice and clean, great location,"
United States
parisa
The price is AED 434
AED 490 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, a kitchen area, and a dining section.

4. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
5.6 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,709 reviews)
"Great place to stay, in fact probably the nicest hotel airport I’ve stayed at anywhere. Very clean, friendly staff, and the breakfast was delicious with a lot of variety."
United States
Serena
The price is AED 440
AED 497 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

5. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
4.3 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel, we have stayed there many times."
United States
Richard
The price is AED 434
AED 490 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

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

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
5.6 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,755 reviews)
"Convenient to the airport and great place to stay. Great breakfast too!"
United States
John Ross
The price is AED 386
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

7. Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
2.2 km from San José
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice Hotel, friendly staff."
Canada
Michael
The price is AED 299
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Aeropuerto
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

Hotel La Rosa de America
3.0 star property
La Mandarina, 1.8 km from San José
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (466 reviews)
"nice place for a night before flying. pool & staff were great. family suite was small but comfortable & breakfast was simple but fine. would recommend for a short stay"
United Kingdom
Sara
The price is AED 344
AED 389 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hotel La Rosa de America
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and two decorative bottles.

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

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
2.7 km from San José
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (257 reviews)
"This is the second time over stayed here and it's a safe family friendly establishment. The family puts a lot of love into their space and make it easy for guests. It's been a perfect place to stay near the airport for me during my visits."
United States
Brittany
The price is AED 134
AED 151 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

10. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
3.4 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (617 reviews)
"Great place to stay near airport"
Mexico
Jason
The price is AED 84
AED 120 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

11. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
4.0 star property
4 km from San José
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"Everything was fantastic"
United States
Kevin
The price is AED 408
AED 461 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

12. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
5.7 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,520 reviews)
"Near airport and excellent rates."
United States
Robert
The price is AED 302
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hotel Mango
A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

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

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
3.0 star property
2.7 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (72 reviews)
"Randall was very kind and helpful!! We stayed here overnight before our next flight out and it was the perfect stop!!"
Canada
Travis
The price is AED 88
AED 100 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
A pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a green wall.

14. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
3.6 km from San José
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (758 reviews)
"Good place to have a vacation. Close to many places to visit."
United States
Alberto
The price is AED 256
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

15. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
8.3 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, well kept and located!!"
United States
KRISTIAN
The price is AED 547
AED 618 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

16. La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
7.1 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, great food."
United States
Arthur
The price is AED 387
AED 438 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
La Riviera Hotel B&B
A resort with multiple blue-roofed buildings, palm trees, and a view of a distant cityscape.

17. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Buena Vista Chic Hotel
3.5 star property
7.1 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (659 reviews)
"Lovely staff and beautiful hotel!"
United States
Julia
The price is AED 547
AED 618 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Buena Vista Chic Hotel
A lizard on a poolside wall.

18. Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn
3.0 star property
3.1 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (715 reviews)
"Very nice for airport layover"
Canada
vanessa
The price is AED 302
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Trapp Family Country Inn
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a distant cityscape.

19. Xandari Resort And Spa

Xandari Resort And Spa
4.0 star property
6.1 km from San José
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"This property was absolutely beautiful. The staff was always helpful and food was amazing. We also hiked the property to the waterfalls and it was well marked and so worth the hike."
United States
Marie
The price is AED 716
AED 810 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Xandari Resort And Spa
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.

20. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
8.7 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (379 reviews)
"Nice location, not too far from the airport. There were a lot of restaurants across the street. I love that breakfast was included. The staff were very helpful in the rooms were very clean and organized."
United States
Anessa
The price is AED 371
AED 419 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
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Compare popular hotels in San José

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.
Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
824 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,240 reviews
View
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and two decorative bottles.
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
257 reviews
View
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, a kitchen area, and a dining section.
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
2,709 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Top San José Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. Good breakfast and staff."
Ernesto 3-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Frequently asked questions

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.