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A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.

A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, a sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a plant.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of greenery.

A restaurant with wooden interiors and tables set for dining.

1. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

San Rafael

Marco

HK$726

HK$821 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. There are two paintings on the walls and a large window.

2. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Richard

HK$927

HK$1,047 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

3. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

parisa

HK$927

HK$1,047 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Maria Olivia

HK$792

HK$895 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

A retail store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and plush toys.

5. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Serena

HK$940

HK$1,062 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

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

Cacique

John Ross

HK$823

HK$931 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring high ceilings with exposed beams, hanging pendant lights, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.

A bar area with a neon sign, multiple shelves of bottles, and bar stools.

7. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Pozos

Emmanuel

HK$831

HK$939 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern lobby with a high ceiling, geometric light fixtures, and contemporary furniture.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a modern building with a glass facade, and a sign for "PIZZA REPUBLICA".

A modern bar area with a large flat-screen TV, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the mountains.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Santa Ana

Ronald

HK$753

HK$851 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating, a green wall with hanging plants, and large windows.

A spacious living area with a large window, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative pebbled walkway.

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

9. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

San José

Kevin

HK$925

HK$1,046 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

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

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

Ciudad Cariari

Shaharyar

HK$643

HK$726 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A breakfast bar with various food items and a coffee station.

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

A person holding a wine glass at a bar with sushi appetizers on the counter.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, and arched doorways leading to other rooms.

11. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

La Asunción

KRISTIAN

HK$1,169

HK$1,320 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a view of the mountains.

A modern indoor dining area with round tables and wicker chairs, featuring a central island and framed black-and-white photographs on the walls.

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, wooden beams on the ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

12. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Ciudad Cariari

Carlos

HK$681

HK$769 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A pool area with sun loungers and a bar.

A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, a glass railing, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a long counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and three bar stools.

13. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

La Ribera

Jean Pierre

HK$1,127

HK$1,273 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A restaurant with a bar area, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, and curtains.

A swimming pool with a patio area, surrounded by lush greenery and a white wall with butterfly decorations.

14. Hotel Aeropuerto

San Antonio

Michael

HK$677

HK$765 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

15. Hotel Mango

Cacique

Robert

HK$694

HK$784 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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.

16. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Pozos

Anessa

HK$808

HK$913 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

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

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

17. La Riviera Hotel B&B

San Antonio de Belen

Arthur

HK$815

HK$921 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifebuoy, and lounge chairs.

A modern interior with seating arrangements, a decorative wall, and large windows.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large windows with a city view, and hanging lamps.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a green wall feature, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

18. Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

San Rafael

Charito Lutgarda

HK$1,122

HK$1,268 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A swimming pool with a view of a sunset and buildings in the background.

An outdoor dining area of Studio Hotel Café Bar & Grill with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery.

A nighttime view of a modern building with a pathway leading to the entrance.

A dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and artwork on the walls.

19. Studio Hotel Boutique

Santa Ana

Irina

HK$840

HK$949 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a colorful mural, a seating area, and lush green plants.

A corridor with a wooden ceiling, stone pillars, and a patterned floor.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched gazebo.

A buffet area with various food items, a refrigerated display, and a view of tropical plants through large windows.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Ciudad Cariari

Claudia

HK$873

HK$987 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Colourful colonial architecture frames San Rafael's central plaza where locals gather for weekend markets and traditional music. Nearby Poás Volcano National Park offers misty hiking trails with views of its striking turquoise crater lake.

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A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.

Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Fuimos para la cómic con y fue muy conveniente lo cerca que estaba el centro de Convenciones el bar fue increíble tomamos una sangrías excelentes y personal fue muy atento, la cena fue espectacular y el desayuno estuvo a la altura muy buena variedad."

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"Convient location to airport, food and shopping"

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful experience for my husband's birthday! The live band was great. Just wished the jacuzzi was working."

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Gracias"

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptional"

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service"

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very good service and the staff are so kind and welcoming , they also gave us tips and tourist attractions me and my family should visit . We enjoyed our stay no complains at all . The breakfast was amazing as well !! The room service as well was top notch"

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel, good location right in the hart of downtown."

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

10/10 Excellent

"Great place"

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Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

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

HK$63

HK$165 total

29 Oct - 30 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (373 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

HK$185

HK$263 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

HK$242

HK$273 total

2 Nov - 3 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

HK$305

HK$345 total

29 Oct - 30 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

HK$321

HK$362 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (65 reviews)

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela

HK$608

HK$688 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in San Rafael?

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Two other options for your stay in the area are Barceló San José and Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Rafael.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that San Rafael has to offer?

4BR Casa Peces Santa Ana, Private Indoor Pool & Sauna!: This holiday home rental outside of San Rafael is located on a river, and has a patio, a garden 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. See all vacation rentals in San Rafael.

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

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.

What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in San Rafael?

Apartotel La Cañada is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Rafael.

What are some hotels with pools in San Rafael?

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is a top hotel with an outdoor pool, free WiFi and free self-parking. View all hotels with pools in San Rafael.

How is it to stay in San Rafael?

Those travelling to San Rafael will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In San Rafael, there are 12 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about San Rafael.

What is there to see in San Rafael?

A favourite place to visit is Ojo de Agua Spa Park. You'll also find Parque Viva and Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Rafael guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in San Rafael?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 958 mm of rainfall.

San Rafael hotels from HK$165

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Our top choices for San Rafael hotels

1. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

2. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

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. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

8. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

9. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

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

11. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

12. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

13. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

14. Hotel Aeropuerto

15. Hotel Mango

16. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

17. La Riviera Hotel B&B

18. Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

19. Studio Hotel Boutique

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Learn more about San Rafael

Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

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

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

More cheap stays in San Rafael

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Toucan Hostel

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Viajero San José Hostel

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

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