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A bar area with multiple stools, shelves with glassware, and hanging plants.

A long dining table set with glassware, plates, and cutlery, surrounded by wicker chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a small ottoman.

A reception area with wooden block wall art, two pendant lights, and a display of plush toys.

1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Sánchez

HK$852

HK$963 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A hot tub under a wooden pergola with lush greenery in the background.

A wooden bridge over a calm river surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

An arched doorway leading into a building with a tiled floor and a view of a hallway with a ceiling light.

An arched hallway with tiled flooring, a chandelier, and a mural on the wall.

2. Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

Paola

HK$889

HK$1,004 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A house with a balcony overlooking a lush garden and a waterfall.

An arched entrance with tiled flooring, wall-mounted lamps, and potted plants.

A serene outdoor area with a pond, a wooden dock, and lush greenery.

A bar area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a ship's wheel decoration.

3. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

Jairo

HK$889

HK$1,005 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

An outdoor covered dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a body of water.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a glass-top dining table, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

A garden pathway leading to a building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a red sofa, wooden flooring, and a fireplace.

4. La Casona del Cafetal

Cachi

Susana Cristal

HK$870

HK$983 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

A spacious atrium with a glass ceiling, potted plants, and a brick wall.

A staircase with a brick wall on one side and a white wall on the other, leading to a room with a bed and a window.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a dining area with tables and chairs.

5. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Santo Tomas

Henry

HK$1,407

HK$1,589 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view of mountains and a valley.

A paved pathway flanked by wooden railings and lush greenery, leading into a forested area.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, and two windows with green curtains.

A table set with breakfast including toast, eggs, and fruit, with a scenic view in the background.

6. Hotel Rinconcito Verde

Paraiso

Jane

HK$554

HK$626 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

A modern building with a central glass atrium, surrounded by lush greenery and a small water feature.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

7. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

San Francisco

Carlina

HK$756

HK$854 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a compact kitchen area with a refrigerator and a coffee machine.

A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

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

Ciudad Cariari

Edgardo

HK$639

HK$722 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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

A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, featuring a large entrance canopy and a well-maintained landscaped area with palm trees and shrubs.

A modern dining area with wicker chairs and a wooden table, surrounded by potted plants and abstract art on the walls.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mounted TV, wooden paneling, a gray sofa with a yellow cushion, and a framed picture on the wall.

9. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Pozos

Corey John

HK$760

HK$859 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.

A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, a wall-mounted elevator, and decorative wall art.

A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

10. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Natealyn

HK$893

HK$1,010 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

11. Hotel Mango

Cacique

Jorge Isai

HK$677

HK$765 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A bar with a grid ceiling, hanging lights, and a large screen displaying a promotional advertisement.

A restaurant with a mural of a coastal town, a chandelier, and a tiled floor.

A casino with slot machines, a roulette table, and a large screen displaying a game.

A multi-story building with a green facade and colorful murals.

12. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Carmen

Michael

HK$1,004

HK$1,135 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.

An outdoor bar area with a modern design, featuring a long counter with bar stools and a decorative light fixture above.

A bar area with a curved wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and shelves with bottles and decorative items.

A modern hotel corridor with glass doors, potted plants, and a clean, polished floor.

13. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

San Rafael

JOSE

HK$1,146

HK$1,295 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern living room with a round coffee table, green armchairs, and a grey sofa. There is a large window with sheer curtains and a view of greenery outside.

A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

14. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Ciudad Cariari

Jose

HK$856

HK$967 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

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

An indoor garden with a stone pathway, seating area, and large tropical plants.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, hanging pendant lights, and a bar counter with stools.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

15. La Riviera Hotel B&B

San Antonio de Belen

Catherine

HK$815

HK$921 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A wooden cabin with a table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of a lush landscape.

A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and a central wood stove. Tables are set with plates, glasses, and cutlery.

A room with a large window overlooking a hilly landscape with dense greenery.

A small, modern house with a brick exterior and large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

16. Toucanet Lodge

Copey

Gustavo

HK$902

HK$1,019 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A reception area with a wooden desk, chairs, and a plant.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and two lamps.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mural on the wall.

17. Hotel Presidente

Catedral

Thomas

HK$760

HK$859 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a pineapple, and a white tablecloth.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large window, and a blue armchair.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a lamp.

A building with a sign reading "Sportsmens Lodge" and a green umbrella structure.

18. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Carmen

Andy

HK$540

HK$610 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, a clear entrance, and a parking lot.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

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

Cacique

Nidia

HK$831

HK$939 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.

A man and woman sitting on a red carpeted area with a glass table, in a room with large windows and a piano in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.

20. Barceló San José

Uruca

Charleen

HK$637

HK$720 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Learn more about El Tejar

Nestled in the verdant highlands, El Tejar offers easy access to Our Lady of the Angels Basilica where pilgrims gather annually. Hike through the misty trails of Parque Nacional Tapantí-Macizo Cerro de la Muerte to spot rare quetzals and breathtaking mountain vistas.

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Top El Tejar Hotel Reviews

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

8/10 Good

"Everything was nice… eggs were a little runny for scrambled and the fried plantain were over ripened which made them mushy. Todo estuvo bien… los huevos estaban un poco líquidos para ser revueltos y el plátano frito estaba demasiado maduro, lo que lo hizo blando."

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"I like very much the shutter taking us to the hotel and to the airport;"

Barceló San José

10/10 Excellent

"I loved it here, I will keep coming here. been estaying here 2 or 3 times a year, for 1 or 2 weeks, and I love it, very clean, very attentive personnel. Great breakfast, cleaning. I love it, I will be coming back."

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"I have been staying here for 20+ years! Love the staff and service."

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

8/10 Good

"Short stay, all good."

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Es gracias al personal de este Radisson que seguimos alojándonos aquí. Siempre son muy atentos y nos reciben con una sonrisa. Desde el personal de limpieza hasta el del restaurante, seguridad y recepción, todos son muy amables y cordiales. También apreciamos el excelente mantenimiento y la limpieza del hotel, así como su constante renovación y mejora del entorno."

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was more beautiful in person than in the photos!!! Check in was super easy and the room was spacious and clean. The food in the restaurant was great and the food truck area right outside the hotel was a plus. Travelled for my birthday and the friendly front desk staff even surprised me with a mini cake and a signed birthday card to the room☺️"

More cheap stays in El Tejar

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose

HK$69

HK$172 total

3 Sept - 4 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (360 reviews)

Hotel El Maragato

street 1 and 3, Av. Central, San José San José San José

HK$336

HK$380 total

14 Sept - 15 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (4 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

HK$377

HK$426 total

3 Sept - 4 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Hotel 1492

31-33 1st Ave #2983, Barrio Escalante San José San Jose

HK$431

HK$487 total

3 Sept - 4 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Hotel Casa 69

69 Calle 25 bis 80 mts de embajada San José San Jose

HK$455

HK$514 total

3 Sept - 4 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

TORRE CARIARI 111, AUTOPISTA NACIONAL Ulloa

HK$809

HK$914 total

5 Sept - 6 Sept

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in El Tejar?

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica, located 17 mi (27.3 km) from the heart of El Tejar, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are Barceló San José and Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in El Tejar.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that El Tejar has to offer?

Luxury Cozy house w private heated pool, A/C, 5 min from downtown San Jose, CR: This holiday home rental outside of El Tejar is located in the city centre, and has an outdoor pool, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of games in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in El Tejar.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in El Tejar, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in El Tejar.

What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in El Tejar?

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in El Tejar.

What are some accommodation options with pools in El Tejar?

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica: Hotel located near Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Barceló San José and Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose are a couple of other choices that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in El Tejar.

What's it like staying in El Tejar?

Travellers to El Tejar will find plenty to explore and enjoy. In El Tejar, there are 5 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about El Tejar.

What is there to see in El Tejar?

Places to visit in the wider area include Our Lady of the Angels Basilica, San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica. You'll also find Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu and Casa Amarilla in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's El Tejar guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in El Tejar?

The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 18°C. The rainiest months in El Tejar are October, June, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 599 mm of rainfall.

El Tejar hotels from HK$172

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Our top choices for El Tejar hotels

1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

2. Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

3. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

4. La Casona del Cafetal

5. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

6. Hotel Rinconcito Verde

7. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

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

9. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

10. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

11. Hotel Mango

12. Taormina Hotel and Casino

13. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

14. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

15. La Riviera Hotel B&B

16. Toucanet Lodge

17. Hotel Presidente

18. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

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

20. Barceló San José

Learn more about El Tejar

Top El Tejar Hotel Reviews

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

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Barceló San José

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

More cheap stays in El Tejar

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hotel El Maragato

Viajero San José Hostel

Hotel 1492

Hotel Casa 69

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

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