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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a massage table, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

A modern building with large windows, a covered outdoor area, and a grassy lawn.

A courtyard with a fountain, seating areas, and a pool.

A swimming pool with people swimming and lounging, surrounded by trees and covered areas.

1. Hotel del Sur

Daniel Flores

MARY

HK$699

HK$790 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A courtyard with a pool, covered seating area, and a restaurant named "Pasta".

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wall clock.

A building with a covered entrance, outdoor seating area, and decorative star wall art.

2. Hotel Zima

San Isidro de El General

Daniel

HK$863

HK$975 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

An outdoor dining area with a covered seating arrangement and hanging lights, surrounded by lush greenery.

A bedroom with a checkered floor, a wooden bed, and a bench.

A restaurant with a long counter, wooden tables, hanging lights, and a red wall.

A clear outdoor pool with rocks and a stone ledge, surrounded by lush greenery.

3. Chirripo Art Hotel

Rivas

robert

HK$1,546

HK$1,747 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a wooden pillar, a black door, and a window with curtains.

An open-air restaurant with bamboo structures, wooden tables, and chairs.

A building with a covered entrance, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

4. Hotel el Páramo

Paramo

maria

HK$437

HK$494 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A pool area with a clear view of mountains in the background, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

A covered outdoor area with a stone fire pit, wooden beams, and a metal roof.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a large window offering a view of trees.

5. Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano

Rivas

Richard

HK$548

HK$619 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a small building.

A balcony with a metal railing overlooking a mountainous landscape with lush greenery and a clear sky.

A wooden cabin with a balcony and large windows, surrounded by greenery.

A beach with rocky formations and trees in the foreground.

6. La Cantera Resort

Cajón

Daryl

HK$424

HK$479 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A lush garden with a variety of plants and flowers, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with a sloped roof.

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of a mountain.

A spacious room with wooden flooring, a grey sofa, a beige armchair, and a white sofa with cushions. Large windows offer a view of greenery and hills.

A bar area with stools and a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a television mounted on the wall.

7. Hotel Uran

Rivas

Olga

HK$666

HK$753 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a blue chair, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a painting.

A balcony with a metal table and chairs, a view of a street, and mountains in the distance.

A hotel room with a desk, two chairs, a television, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, and a mirror.

8. Hotel Luckys

San Isidro de El General

William

HK$586

HK$662 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A stone archway leading to a wooden ceiling interior with a welcome sign.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden staircase, and a large rock wall.

A modern kitchen with a stone column, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

9. Rocka Verde Retreat

Rivas

Michelle

HK$1,238

HK$2,063 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A dining table with plates of food, cups, and a knife.

A wooden cabin with a stone facade, a wooden door, and a gravel driveway.

A grassy area with a large tree and a view of distant mountains.

A table set for breakfast with plates of toast, eggs, and coffee, overlooking a scenic view.

10. Mirador Valle del General

Páramo

Carolina

HK$403

HK$455 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A beach with clear turquoise water, rocky shoreline, and people swimming.

A stone fire pit surrounded by a concrete seating area with a view of a mountainous landscape.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden bar stools, and a seating area with a brown leather couch.

An interior with a curved ceiling, tables, chairs, a bar area, and various equipment.

11. Casa de los Kobiera

Rivas

Allan

HK$540

HK$610 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, a wooden bench, a hanging light fixture, and a small sink.

A cozy, triangular bedroom with a large window offering a scenic view.

A cozy, tent-style bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with a green leaf-patterned bedspread, and a small wooden nightstand with a lamp.

A bathroom with a wooden interior, a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink, and a hot tub with a wooden tray holding fruits and a bottle.

12. Quimera Hotel

San Isidro de El General

Carlos

HK$406

HK$459 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A coastal property with a balcony overlooking the sea, surrounded by lush greenery.

A table with a drink and a flower by a poolside with a view of the mountains.

Two massage tables with white linens and pillows, a wooden chair, and a view of the ocean.

A staircase leading to a scenic overlook with a view of the ocean.

13. Villas Alturas

Bahía Ballena

Tana

HK$735

HK$831 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a body of water and a sunset.

A spacious room with a bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables, a bar area, and a bartender.

A covered outdoor area with a view of a lush landscape and a distant building.

14. Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Bahía Ballena

matthew

HK$1,546

HK$1,747 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A spa area with two hot tubs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and large windows.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A building with a wooden facade and large windows.

A modern building with large glass windows, wooden beams, and a garden with succulents and rocks.

15. Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

Páramo

Damian

HK$888

HK$1,004 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A person in a hot tub surrounded by lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a glass-enclosed sleeping area.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of lush green hills and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with a gas stove, wooden cabinets, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

16. Colinas Tinamastes

Barú

Joe

HK$528

HK$818 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar area, and a view of the pool.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large water feature, and umbrellas.

A spacious lounge area with wooden beams, seating arrangements, and a view of the ocean.

A corridor with a wooden floor, a large white bathtub, and a glass door leading to a bathroom.

17. Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Bahía Ballena

Martin

HK$1,984

HK$2,242 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A table with a bowl of bread, a vase with green plants, and a coffee maker.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a window overlooking greenery.

A terrace with wooden rocking chairs, a view of a lush forest, and a clear sky.

A cozy room with a wooden wall, a blue sofa, a pink chair, a bookshelf, and a child sitting on a blue chair.

18. Casa Colibri Chirripo

Rivas

Jonathan

HK$439

HK$496 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A treehouse with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.

A modern glass house with a pool, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A wooden pathway leading to a building surrounded by dense foliage.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a plant in the corner.

19. Rancho Pacifico

Bahía Ballena

Megan

HK$4,539

HK$5,129 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a scenic ocean view.

A garden pathway with a metal gate, surrounded by greenery and trees.

A stone pool with a thatched roof, surrounded by greenery.

An arched doorway leading to a covered outdoor area with a wooden door and a person standing inside.

20. La Cusinga Lodge

Bahía Ballena

Barbara L

HK$942

HK$1,065 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary

You can take time to visit Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary during your travels to El General. Wander the seaside or discover the waterfalls in this relaxing area.

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Top El General Hotel Reviews

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome experience. Great resort. Food and drinks were superb."

Canavida Villas & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Un lugar espectacular para vacacionar. Tranquilo, muy bien equipado, hermosa vista. Sólo que se debe mejorar las indicaciones para llegar, la indicación no es tan precisa las aplicaciones pueden llevarte por un camino más corto pero intransitable para vehículos sencillos."

Alborada Boutique Stay

10/10 Excellent

"10/10 recommendation for couples. Jimmy was a great cook and very friendly. He’s definitely an asset. Room was comfortable and clean. Pool was very relaxing and refreshing. First time in Costa Rica and it was perfect staying here."

Villas Alturas

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great! Property is beautiful with an amazing view of the Pacific Ocean! The food from the restaurant was very flavorful and delicious! Only issue is that there was no body wash/shower gel in our bathroom. Besides that, it was excellent! Would definitely stay there again."

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful boutique hotel, service was great. We enjoyed the pool, drinks and breakfast. Room very comfortable, outside shower, coffee machine, with a porch. Everything was outstanding!"

Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very helpful and considerate. We enjoyed the view from our room: it appeared to the the best in the area."

Hotel del Sur

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean well maintained secure hotel on outskirts of SI with excellent amenities and awesome breakfast."

Hotel de Montaña Suria

10/10 Excellent

"Increíble, espectacular solo les recomendaría dividir las cabañas en 2 tipos, las cabañas para gente con familias, hijos, perros y suegros 😂😂😂😂y otra sesión quizá las Villas Mountain View dejarlas únicamente para la parejas ya que mi esposo y yo fuimos en plan romántico sin hijos y en la cabaña de a la par colocaron a una familia con hijos que corrían y gritaban de un lado a otro."

Golden Pineapple Villas

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful resort very well built, the staff was amazing and the place was relaxing and gorgeous"

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Hotel Vive Uvita

Unnamed Road Bahía Ballena Provincia de Puntarenas

HK$333

HK$376 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (45 reviews)

Sueños de maria

Uvita Bahía Ballena Osa

HK$337

HK$381 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)

Morning Glory

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HK$216

HK$400 total

25 Sept - 26 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)

Hotel El Tecal

300 metros del parque Marino Ballena Bahía Ballena Puntarenas

HK$587

HK$663 total

27 Sept - 28 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Alborada Boutique Stay

Uvita de Osa Bahia Ballena Bahía Ballena Provincia de Puntarenas

HK$633

HK$716 total

10 Oct - 11 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)

Mandala Ojochal Boutique Resort & Retreat Center

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in El General?

Located 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from the heart of El General, Villas Rio Mar is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your stay in the area are Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa and Canavida Villas & Resort. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in El General.

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

Canavida Villas & Resort: This holiday home rental outside of El General is located by the ocean, and has a terrace, a private garden and air conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a full-sized fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. See all vacation rentals in El General.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in El General.

What is staying in El General like?

Visitors can enjoy all that El General has to offer, including its entertainment choices. In El General, there are 2 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about El General.

What are the top places to visit in El General?

A couple of favourite places to visit are Chirripo National Park and Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary. You'll also find Nauyaca Waterfalls and Catarata uvita in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's El General guide.

What's the weather like in El General?

The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 20°C. The rainiest months in El General are October, August, November and July, with each month seeing an average of 1052 mm of rainfall.

El General hotels from HK$376

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Our top choices for El General hotels

1. Hotel del Sur

2. Hotel Zima

3. Chirripo Art Hotel

4. Hotel el Páramo

5. Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano

6. La Cantera Resort

7. Hotel Uran

8. Hotel Luckys

9. Rocka Verde Retreat

10. Mirador Valle del General

11. Casa de los Kobiera

12. Quimera Hotel

13. Villas Alturas

14. Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

15. Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

16. Colinas Tinamastes

17. Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

18. Casa Colibri Chirripo

19. Rancho Pacifico

20. La Cusinga Lodge

Stay near popular El General attractions

Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary

Top El General Hotel Reviews

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

Canavida Villas & Resort

Alborada Boutique Stay

Villas Alturas

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

Hotel del Sur

Hotel de Montaña Suria

Golden Pineapple Villas

More cheap stays in El General

Hotel Vive Uvita

Sueños de maria

Morning Glory

Hotel El Tecal

Alborada Boutique Stay

Mandala Ojochal Boutique Resort & Retreat Center

Frequently asked questions

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