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Restaurant
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2381)
"great location, kind and attentive staff, spotless rooms and facilities, great breakfast. Would definitely recommend and stay again! "
United States
Ada
The price is 3.163.440 ₫
3.574.687 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Terrace/patio
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, (2895)
"Very good hotel "
United States
Odalis
The price is 2.436.771 ₫
2.753.552 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Lobby
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 star property
Alajuela
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1339)
"Great location for staying close to airport. Would recomend compared to other hotels close by. Nice buffet breakfast with variety. Staff helpful. "
Australia
Rosa
The price is 3.347.974 ₫
3.783.211 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
View from property
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great stay. would recommend"
United States
David
The price is 3.226.709 ₫
3.646.182 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Seasonal outdoor pool
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, (86)
"Friendly Staff , clean Room Beautiful Hotel"
United States
Jeanet
The price is 3.058.108 ₫
3.455.662 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Bar (on property)
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 star property
Alajuela
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1443)
"Great location with city mall and airport. Stacy at bar in lobby was awesome. Very nice hotel"
United States
Ryan
The price is 3.205.741 ₫
3.622.540 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Garden
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
Cacique
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1544)
"Breakfast and staff were excellent , room very clean and roomy, nice pool area"
United States
Bernadette
The price is 3.743.404 ₫
4.230.047 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Front of property
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

3.5 star property
Pozos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1014)
"Excellent place to stay when traveling to Costa Rica for work. The service from all the staff is very good, and the location is perfect—central and close to everything"
United States
Yusbey
The price is 2.319.856 ₫
2.621.438 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Restaurant
Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango

3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1305)
"clean room, courteous staff, near airport "
United States
Brent
The price is 2.907.597 ₫
3.285.585 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hotel Mango
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios

3.5 star property
Uruca
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"Todo excelente"
Mexico
Alejandro
The price is 2.435.849 ₫
2.752.510 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Irazu Hotel & Studios
Lobby
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

3.5 star property
Santa Ana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (893)
"Great hotel "
United States
Alejandra
The price is 2.720.558 ₫
3.074.230 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
Room, 2 Double Beds | Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great breakfast options, helpful staff and convenient location "
United States
Connie
The price is 2.372.580 ₫
2.681.015 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Banquet hall
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

3.5 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (175)
"Everything was grwat since the moment we got there. The staff was very friendly. Our room was great. "
United States
Carmen
The price is 3.400.698 ₫
3.842.789 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Lobby sitting area
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

3.5 star property
La Sabana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (602)
"Great location excellent services and room"
United States
Jose
The price is 2.931.566 ₫
3.312.670 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
Exterior
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

3.5 star property
San Rafael
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"I enjoyed my stay"
United States
TQuila
The price is 2.934.090 ₫
3.315.522 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 23 per person)
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (859)
"Great place to stay"
United States
andrew
The price is 2.931.454 ₫
3.312.543 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
Restaurant
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (673)
"Great walkable location with lots of shopping and dining at the connected mall."
United States
Morgan
The price is 2.890.703 ₫
3.266.494 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
Daily buffet breakfast (CRC 9500 per person)
Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG

3.5 star property
Uruca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (250)
"Staff all spoke English and were very helpful."
United States
Jason
The price is 2.952.544 ₫
3.336.375 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

3.5 star property
Sánchez
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (764)
"Great place"
United States
Luis
The price is 2.807.553 ₫
3.172.667 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hotel Palma Real

Hotel Palma Real

3.5 star property
La Sabana
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Staff Was amazing! Cleaning service, breakfast and the bar was amazing. We booked our excursions through the hotel and we had an absolutely fantastic experience! "
United States
Terry
The price is 2.912.987 ₫
3.291.675 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hotel Palma Real
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Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
The price is 5.588.956 ₫ per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
5.588.956 ₫
6.315.521 ₫ total
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
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Stroll through leafy Central Park before catching a world-class performance at the ornate National Theatre. Delve into Costa Rican history at the National Museum, then browse local art and savour rich coffee at nearby cafes.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San José?
Hotel El Maragato, around 0.32 km northeast of downtown San José, is an Expedia guest favourite. A cafe and an espresso maker are among its conveniences. Exe San Jose Centre is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travellers. It offers a sauna and a cafe, and is approximately 0.48 km northeast of the centre.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San José?
The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in San José is the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more budget-friendly and provide the services and amenities required for your comfort, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can expect a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, deluxe toiletries and extra touches like on-site spas.

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