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Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (117)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(117)
"Loved this hotel, definitely coming back "
"Loved this hotel, definitely coming back "dahily
The price is HK$1,031
HK$1,031
HK$1,165 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026




10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
10/10
Exceptional
(4)
"Very nice place. Host was great and breakfast was delicious! I will be staying here again. "
"Very nice place. Host was great and breakfast was delicious! I will be staying here again. "Brian
The price is HK$622
HK$622
HK$703 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026




9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (719)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(719)
"The staff was very helpful and courteous and the food was awesome very easy check in and clean facility definitely recommend "
"The staff was very helpful and courteous and the food was awesome very easy check in and clean facility definitely recommend "Chad




Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG3.0 star property
Cacique
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1552)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(1552)
"This hotel was the best, clean, close to the airport excellent breakfast!"
"This hotel was the best, clean, close to the airport excellent breakfast!"Gina
The price is HK$994
HK$994
HK$1,123 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026




9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1322)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1322)
"Cool hotel, very nice staff, great restaurant! "
"Cool hotel, very nice staff, great restaurant! "Harris
The price is HK$765
HK$765
HK$865 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026




8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (427)
8.8/10
Excellent
(427)
"Beautiful place and so quiet! We will be back! "
"Beautiful place and so quiet! We will be back! "Andrea




Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose2.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (188)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(188)
"amazing place to stay! very friendly hosts and other guests as well"
"amazing place to stay! very friendly hosts and other guests as well"Kimberly
The price is HK$396
HK$396
HK$448 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026




9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (429)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(429)
"It was our second stay and Pibi took fantastic care of us again!"
"It was our second stay and Pibi took fantastic care of us again!"Eric




9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (261)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(261)
"The property is located in a lovely compound off the main street that feels like a haven next to all the airport and street chaos. The host was very kind and responsive. She personally lets you into the gated property, so just make sure you tell her when you’ll be arriving! "
"The property is located in a lovely compound off the main street that feels like a haven next to all the airport and street chaos. The host was very kind and responsive. She personally lets you into the gated property, so just make sure you tell her when you’ll be arriving! "Cleo
The price is HK$452
HK$452
HK$511 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec




Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica3.5 star property
Ciudad Cariari
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2957)
8.4/10
Very good
(2957)
"Staff was nice and room clean.food was great beautiful pool."
"Staff was nice and room clean.food was great beautiful pool."Troy
The price is HK$719
HK$719
HK$812 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec




9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (176)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(176)
"Hotel is clean , has everything needed, convenient to town and airport and manager is very helpful . "
"Hotel is clean , has everything needed, convenient to town and airport and manager is very helpful . "Sharon
The price is HK$334
HK$334
HK$377 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026




9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (206)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(206)
"Large, clean room and very friendly hosts!"
"Large, clean room and very friendly hosts!"JADE




Hotel El Arca, Jardín Botánico y Restaurante
Hotel El Arca, Jardín Botánico y Restaurante2.5 star property
San Pedro
The price is HK$856
HK$856
HK$968 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026




9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2403)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(2403)
"Clean and good staff and breakfast"
"Clean and good staff and breakfast"Richard
The price is HK$955
HK$955
HK$1,079 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026




Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1001)
"Great room, everything super clean, great parking, great restaurant nearby, staff super friendly & helpful, convenient to airport!"
"Great room, everything super clean, great parking, great restaurant nearby, staff super friendly & helpful, convenient to airport!"Kimberly
The price is HK$1,113
HK$1,113
HK$1,257 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026




8.0 out of 10, Very good, (229)
8.0/10
Very good
(229)
"Nuce staff, clean rooms"
"Nuce staff, clean rooms"Kristina
The price is HK$265
HK$265
HK$299 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026




9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (185)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(185)
"Very clean, friendly staff, great breakfast. Airport shuttle worked out great.
Thank you "
"Very clean, friendly staff, great breakfast. Airport shuttle worked out great.
Thank you "William
The price is HK$525
HK$525
HK$593 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026




9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(27)
"The little quiet hideaway
Family own- nice people, clean and friendly"
"The little quiet hideaway
Family own- nice people, clean and friendly"tchaiko
The price is HK$577
HK$577
HK$653 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026




8.4 out of 10, Very good, (791)
8.4/10
Very good
(791)
"Nice Hotel close to Car Rentals and Airport.
Staff was very accommodating and helpful! "
"Nice Hotel close to Car Rentals and Airport.
Staff was very accommodating and helpful! "Dennis




9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (527)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(527)
"Love the breakfast and the nice dining room."
"Love the breakfast and the nice dining room."Peiqi
The price is HK$1,164
HK$1,164
HK$1,315 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
10/10 Excellent
"Clean and convenient hotel close to airport. They have good breakfast an friendly staff."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
10/10 Excellent
"Staff and amenities ."

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel. Entire staff was excellent!!"

Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
10/10 Excellent
"Was a little distance from the airport coming late night but warm welcome and excellent room and breakfast made us very happy. I definitely recommend!"

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms, good internet, excellent breakfasts, and friendly staff."

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
10/10 Excellent
"Amazing view of the mountains, had accessible dining both on the property and around it. "

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
10/10 Excellent
"Super conveniente , comodo y limpio"

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
10/10 Excellent
"Yes"

Hotel Mango
10/10 Excellent
"I loved the focus on guest comfort. It was a beautiful space with a lovely lounge area with pool and a pleasant restaurant. The staff was very friendly and helpful."
More cheap stays in San José

Hotel Pacandé
200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela
The price is HK$265 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
HK$265
HK$299 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (228 reviews)

Alice y Juancito Boutique Hotel
Av. 1 Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela
The price is HK$334 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
HK$334
HK$377 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela
The price is HK$396 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
HK$396
HK$448 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (188 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela
The price is HK$377 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
HK$377
HK$478 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (467 reviews)

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela
The price is HK$465 per night from 28 Dec to 29 Dec
HK$465
HK$526 total
28 Dec - 29 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (700 reviews)

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
SJO Airport Ave, 4th street Alajuela Alajuela
7.4/10 Good! (195 reviews)
Frequently asked questions
What's the best place to stay in San José?
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica, located 17.2 mi (27.8 km) from the heart of San José, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your visit to the area are Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport and Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San José.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that San José has to offer?
Las Yagrumas Condo Escazu: This holiday home rental outside San José offers a terrace, a private garden and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a full-sized fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in San José.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San José, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San José.
What is staying in San José like?
Travellers to San José will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 977 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about San José.
What are the top places to visit in San José?
Places to visit in the wider area include San Ramon Municipal Market, Parque Central and Parque Viva. You'll also find City Mall and Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San José guide.
What's the seasonal weather in San José?
The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in San José are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 516 mm of rainfall.
