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1. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
3.0 star property
El Tejar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230 reviews)
"Simple, somewhat budget friendly hotel. Safe and clean! Great free breakfast, fantastic water pressure in the shower, and very friendly staff. If you are in the Cartago area this is a great choice."
United States
Rick
The price is HK$802
HK$906 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
Lobby

2. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
3.5 star property
Sánchez
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (905 reviews)
"Nice staff, great breakfast, safe and quiet place"
United States
Jorge Andres
The price is HK$853
HK$963 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Living area

3. Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa
3.0 star property
Dulce Nombre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Pool was ok"
United States
Paola
The price is HK$1,207
HK$1,363 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

4. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa
3.0 star property
Dulce Nombre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (168 reviews)
"Very good for the price . "
United States
Jairo
The price is HK$1,422
HK$1,607 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

5. Hotel Las Brumas

Hotel Las Brumas
3.0 star property
San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (69 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay. Near center of Cartago, but far enough to be a quiet place to stay. Convenient restaurant next door serving good food."
United States
Guiselle
The price is HK$702
HK$793 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel Las Brumas
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

6. La Casona del Cafetal

La Casona del Cafetal
3.5 star property
Cachi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (170 reviews)
"Very nice staff, beautiful rooms, great view and location. Food was really good. Loved it "
United States
Sileny
The price is HK$934
HK$1,055 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
La Casona del Cafetal
Porch

7. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Hotel Bougainvillea San José
3.5 star property
Santo Tomas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (475 reviews)
"This was the perfect spot for us at the end of our holiday in Costa Rica. Beautiful setting, fabulous food and the most wonderful staff. Thank you for looking after us and making us feel so welcome."
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is HK$1,407
HK$1,590 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
Terrace/patio

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Ciudad Cariari
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,398 reviews)
"Welcoming staff, clean, breakfast, reasonable price, convenient to airport."
United States
Anne
The price is HK$828
HK$936 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Exterior

9. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
Pozos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (332 reviews)
"Very convenient location"
United States
rodrigo carlos
The price is HK$754
HK$852 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

10. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4.0 star property
San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,316 reviews)
"Great bar and breakfast! Clean friendly staff"
United States
Ondrea
The price is HK$909
HK$1,028 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Free daily buffet breakfast

11. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast and Restaurant were great. Room was clean and staff were amazing."
Canada
Arash
The price is HK$857
HK$968 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Seasonal outdoor pool

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (533 reviews)
"Great hotel, very clean and excellent service . Lclose to the airport, I would definitely stay here again"
United States
MARIA
The price is HK$919
HK$1,039 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Restaurant

13. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,479 reviews)
"Excellent, clean, friendly staff."
United States
Paul
The price is HK$857
HK$968 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Mango
Waterslide

14. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"great stay!"
Canada
Paul
The price is HK$566
HK$640 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Hotel Santo Tomás
Flat-screen TV

15. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The personnel at this hotel are wonderful, the food at the restaurant is terrific, and the location is ideal."
United States
Dr. David
The price is HK$842
HK$951 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Snack bar

16. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (968 reviews)
"excellent place to stay!"
United States
Patrick H
The price is HK$867
HK$1,289 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Free daily buffet breakfast

17. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,587 reviews)
"Quick 1 night stay after arriving at 11pm before picking up rental and heading to Uvita. Great stay wonderful service and yummy breakfast."
United States
Karinae
The price is HK$958
HK$1,082 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Coffee service

18. Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (321 reviews)
"The guy who let us in was super friendly and helpful with how to use the keys. We felt very safe and welcomed. It is a very walkable neighborhood and close to a strip of bars that offer plenty options of food, so you will never be bored. Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Luca
The price is HK$470
HK$532 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Hotel Casa 69
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

19. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"It was wonderful all around, the friendly staff made the beautiful hotel even better!"
United States
Whitney
The price is HK$800
HK$904 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hotel Presidente
Outdoor pool

20. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
4.0 star property
Uruca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,101 reviews)
"Beautiful property nice room and excellent service"
United States
Solly
The price is HK$860
HK$972 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Barceló San José
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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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A white church with a bell tower and a cemetery.

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More cheap stays in El Tejar

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose
The price is HK$62 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$62
HK$165 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in El Tejar?
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport, located 20.1 mi (32.4 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 DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica 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?
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport: Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool and buffet. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica 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, Ruins of Ujarras and San Pedro Mall. You'll also find National Museum of Costa Rica and Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu 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.