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

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

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of plants.

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

1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Sánchez

Jorge Andres

HK$1,088

HK$1,230 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wine rack.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wooden nightstand with a floral arrangement, and a lamp in the background.

A casino area with multiple slot machines and a chandelier.

2. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."

Scott

HK$671

HK$758 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, covered by a canopy, surrounded by greenery.

A multi-story hotel with a covered parking area, multiple vehicles, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and ornate ceiling patterns, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs.

A round dining table set for a formal event, surrounded by chairs with white and brown sashes, in an outdoor setting with potted plants and a building in the background.

3. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

El Tejar

Rick

HK$845

HK$955 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

A rooftop garden with seating areas and a view of surrounding buildings.

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

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

4. Hotel Presidente

Catedral

HK$792

HK$895 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

5. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

San Francisco

Sharon

HK$901

HK$1,018 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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

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

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

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

6. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Carmen

kishore

HK$1,065

HK$1,204 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

A balcony with white chairs and a small table, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and mountains.

A hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL BARMORAL' sign, multiple floors, and a modern design.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

7. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Carmen

Anastasia

HK$756

HK$854 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and wooden furniture.

A long, tiled kitchen with a view of the street through a window.

A staircase with decorative elements, a covered outdoor area with plants, and a building with a white facade.

8. Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen

Andres

HK$491

HK$555 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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.

A nighttime garden with a paved walkway, illuminated by street lamps, surrounded by lush greenery and a red bench.

9. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Santo Tomas

HK$1,407

HK$1,590 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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.

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

Ciudad Cariari

Alexis

HK$665

HK$752 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a staircase, a television, and a dining table with chairs.

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

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

11. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Carmen

Andy

HK$540

HK$611 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A restaurant with yellow walls, blue chairs, and a variety of plants. Tables are set with plates and cutlery.

A hallway with a wooden door, a staircase, and various plants.

A hallway with a patterned floor, a bench, and artwork on the walls.

A staircase with blue railings leading to a second floor, surrounded by lush tropical plants and a small water feature.

12. Hotel Casa 69

La California

jeff

HK$431

HK$488 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

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.

13. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Pozos

David

HK$831

HK$940 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a large house in the background.

A buffet with various food options and a view of the garden.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a sign reading "Authentico Hotel".

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a dining area.

14. Auténtico Hotel

Merced

Ernesto

HK$818

HK$925 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a starry night sky.

A modern lounge area with a round wooden table, white chairs, a grey sofa, and a bookshelf.

A spacious lobby with a glass pool, multiple seating areas, and modern pendant lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, coffee bar, and vending machine.

15. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Carmen

Kyle

HK$443

HK$500 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, wooden accents, and a staircase.

A high-rise hotel with a modern glass facade, surrounded by other buildings and palm trees.

A bar area with a circular bar, multiple stools, and a mural on the wall.

16. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Carmen

cielo

HK$818

HK$924 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, large windows, and a prominent sign.

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

17. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

San Rafael

Sarah

HK$1,353

HK$1,529 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A bar area with a checkered floor, wooden slatted walls, and a bar counter with stools.

A modern bar area with high stools, a checkered floor, and a bar counter.

A modern hotel building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Sheraton hotel.

18. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Hospital

Lazaro Garcia

HK$927

HK$1,047 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

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

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.

19. Barceló San José

Uruca

Enrique

HK$736

HK$831 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A breakfast setup with two plates of scrambled eggs and toast, a glass of orange juice, and a cup of coffee on a wicker table.

A living room with a large abstract painting, a white sofa with patterned cushions, a small round table with a gold base, and a patterned rug.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a balcony, and a tree in the foreground.

A spacious lobby with a billiards table, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

20. The Victorian Hotel CR

Hospital

Kathy

HK$615

HK$695 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Top Río Azul Hotel Reviews

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

8/10 Good

"Un hôtel correct pour passer une ou deux nuits. Les installations sont vieillissantes et la chambre, bien que spacieuse, n’était pas super propre. Un hôtel qui mériterait un peu de rénovations. Mais l’emplacement est pratique."

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

8/10 Good

"We stay here every time we fly in or out of the city. Very convenient location with 24 hr free shuttle to the airport. Staff are always friendly and breakfast buffet is a bonus."

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is always very helpful, cheery and accomodating. Checkin is always a breeze, the shuttle for the Gastronomic Route is efficient and reliable to take us to quality food options (rePUBlic is a favourite) and the breakfast is healthy, plentiful and well cared for by the staff (Minor was a kind and caring manager of the food and gave us nice insights into the various fruits available). Bravo team Alajuela HI."

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the staff was nice. The breakfast was excellent and the hotel is conveniently located."

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"All excellent thanks for your help"

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptional service"

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

8/10 Good

"Landscape and the hotel ambiance was beautiful"

Hotel Mango

10/10 Excellent

"I love this place. I’ve stayed many times. If I need a place near the airport hotel Mango is my first choice"

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms great staff and good breakfast"

More cheap stays in Río Azul

Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

HK$149

HK$168 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (263 reviews)

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

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

HK$69

HK$172 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

HK$191

HK$269 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

HK$242

HK$273 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

HK$305

HK$345 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

HK$321

HK$362 total

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Río Azul?

Barceló San José, located 7 mi (11.3 km) from the heart of Río Azul, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your stay in the area are Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela and DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Río Azul.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Río Azul has to offer?

4BR Casa Peces Santa Ana, Private Indoor Pool & Sauna!: This holiday home rental outside of Río Azul 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 Río Azul.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Río Azul, will I receive a refund?

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

What is staying in Río Azul like?

Travellers to Río Azul will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 1378 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Río Azul.

What is there to see in Río Azul?

Places to visit in the wider area include San Pedro Mall, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica. You'll also find Plaza de la Cultura and Central Park in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Río Azul guide.

What's the weather like in Río Azul?

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 Río Azul are October, June, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 599 mm of rainfall.

Río Azul hotels from HK$168

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Our top choices for Río Azul hotels

1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

2. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

4. Hotel Presidente

5. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

6. Taormina Hotel and Casino

7. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

8. Hotel Santo Tomás

9. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

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

11. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

12. Hotel Casa 69

13. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

14. Auténtico Hotel

15. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

16. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

17. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

18. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

19. Barceló San José

20. The Victorian Hotel CR

Top Río Azul Hotel Reviews

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

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Hotel Mango

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

More cheap stays in Río Azul

Hotel Pacandé

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Toucan Hostel

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Viajero San José Hostel

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