5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Beautiful, friendly city. I could totally live there.
San José
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Where to stay in San José
Barrio Escalante
5/5(2 area reviews)
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 California
4/5(25 area reviews)
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.
La Sabana
If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Hospital
4/5(67 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and Asamblea Legislativa are top sights worth seeing.
Mata Redonda
If you're spending some time in Mata Redonda, National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional are top sights worth seeing.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 339 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
AED 339
AED 384 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,857 reviews)
Nice pool, restaurant was good, the server was nice.
Reviewed on 2 December 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is AED 426 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
AED 426
AED 481 total
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,407 reviews)
Great room… pleasant helpful staff… unfortunately, breakfast was not up to previous standards
Reviewed on 3 December 2025
Barceló San José
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
The price is AED 386 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
AED 386
AED 436 total
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,792 reviews)
Staff was friendly, room was very comfortable and clean. Unfortunately we had issues with shuttle from the airport and room service was not great. Incorrect order delivered with cold food
Reviewed on 30 November 2025
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.
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
East side of Costa Rica Country Club San Rafael
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (934 reviews)
Clean rooms and friendly staff. Pool and spa were great. Breakfast on the balcony. Nice
Reviewed on 29 November 2025
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
300 meters north ICE building San José San Jose
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (717 reviews)
Very clean rooms. Friendly staff and wonderful breakfast! Only thing, it's a bit difficult taking to carry our suitcases up 3 flights of stairs, so I would suggest an elevator would be nice if you are planning some renovations. Thanks for a wonderful staý!
Reviewed on 26 November 2025
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
San José, Barrio Escalante. San José San José
Stay at this apartment in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
everything was great, friendly dolks, clean unit, NO.HOT WATER close to airport, hotel provided transportation to airport
Reviewed on 26 November 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Central Park
4/5(115 reviews)
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.
Parque Viva
4/5(3 reviews)
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
National Theater
4.5/5(313 reviews)
You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
Mercado Central
4/5(104 reviews)
During your trip to San José, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.
National Museum of Costa Rica
4.5/5(148 reviews)
You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Reviews of San José
4
Top Destination
2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveler
The place has little charm and horrible traffic, but there is a much better chance you can find what you're looking for (from a consumer perspective) than in any other part of the country, IF you know where to look
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
safe,. very friendly people, many english speakers and helpful with my spanish, good mix of stores and especially great food, good prices. great park for walking. no major freakouts re; corona virus.great dental work@ 1/3 u.s. price!! dr bonilla.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
is a city like many others good with bad
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
A generally shabby, very noisy town with precious few architectural attractions blessed by extremely friendly people, at least if one speaks Spanish, its 1,100-metre altitude and mountain surroundings (although these are, sadly, all-but-denuded).
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
the city itself was not that great. we went to other areas away from San Jose.
Other places like San José
- Sabana Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu
- Central Park
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Parque Viva
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Estadio Nacional
- National Theater
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Plaza Real Cariari
- Mercado Central
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- San Pedro Mall
- Hospital Cima San José
- City Mall
- Morazan Park
- University of Costa Rica
- Museum of Costa Rican Art
- Juan Santamaría Park
- Ojo de Agua Spa Park
- Plaza de la Cultura
- Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto
- National Park
- Clinica Biblica Hospital
- Pedregal Event Center
- Spirogyra Butterfly Garden
- Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
- Palace of Sports
