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19 Oct - 20 Oct
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20 Oct - 21 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov

Our top choices for San Jose 3-star hotels

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a large TV screen displaying a movie.
A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

1. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
United States
Maria Olivia
2.614.385 ₫
2.954.255 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.
A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.
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.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Evarista F
2.194.724 ₫
2.480.038 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, a kitchen area, and a dining section.
A swimming pool area with a white building, palm trees, and lifebuoys.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

3. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
United States
Serena
3.058.313 ₫
3.455.893 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."
A hotel lobby with a large digital display on the wall, a seating area with a red accent wall, and a carpeted floor.
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.

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
United States
Richard
3.058.313 ₫
3.455.894 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden headboard.
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, a clear entrance, and a parking lot.
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.

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

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Cacique
United States
John Ross
2.717.925 ₫
3.071.255 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.
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.
A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Los Molinos
United States
Nicole
2.948.302 ₫
3.331.581 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.
A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.
A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

7. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
Cacique
United States
Robert
2.290.849 ₫
2.588.659 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hotel Mango
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.
A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.
A snack display with chips and a refrigerated beverage section in a modern store.
A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Lavasha
2.838.290 ₫
3.207.268 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
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 modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and ottomans arranged for socializing.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.

9. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Pozos
United States
Emmanuel
2.847.350 ₫
3.217.505 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
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.
A pool area with sun loungers and a bar.

10. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
La Ribera
Canada
Jean Pierre
3.934.520 ₫
4.446.007 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.
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.

11. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Carmen
United States
Scott
2.075.719 ₫
2.345.562 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'Wyndham Garden' sign, and well-lit windows.
An outdoor patio with glass tables and chairs, a sofa, and a view of greenery.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, hanging pendant lights, and a large abstract painting.
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a minimalist design.

12. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
COURTNEY
2.816.407 ₫
3.182.540 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
A swimming pool with a bench, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a building in the background.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a stone-paved courtyard, and lush greenery.
A person performing a squat exercise with a kettlebell in a gym setting.
A modern office space with patterned chairs, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

13. Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
Uruca
United States
Russell
2.679.097 ₫
3.027.380 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Irazu Hotel & Studios
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.
Exterior
A modern dining area with wicker chairs and a wooden table, surrounded by potted plants and abstract art on the walls.
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.

14. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Pozos
United States
Anessa
2.614.385 ₫
2.954.255 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large digital display.
A modern high-rise building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent red logo on the side.
A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a wooden ceiling structure.

15. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
United States
Igor
3.310.174 ₫
3.740.383 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
A modern office space with a large window, a desk with computers, two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the orange wall.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and lush greenery.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen counter.

16. City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Ulloa
United States
Nidia
1.889.605 ₫
2.135.254 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by cushioned seating and plants.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, and a round dining table with black chairs.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a television, and a sign indicating a kitchen area.
A buffet with various dishes, including salads, soups, and grains, in a modern kitchen setting.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Duane
2.623.768 ₫
2.964.858 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a reception counter, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a green wall with plants.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and steps, surrounded by lush greenery and a dining area with tables and chairs.
A hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL BARMORAL' sign, multiple floors, and a modern design.

18. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Carmen
United States
Anastasia
2.423.095 ₫
2.738.115 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative wall.
A modern living room with a TV, sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase.
A modern reception area with a counter, a decorative plant, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Gretchen
3.810.272 ₫
4.305.608 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.
A long, tiled kitchen with a view of the street through a window.
A narrow hallway with a patterned carpet, a wooden railing, and a door at the end.
A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and wooden furniture.

20. Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
Carmen
United States
Yolanda
1.744.908 ₫
1.971.746 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hotel Santo Tomás
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3.216.195 ₫ total
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includes taxes & fees
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2.750.281 ₫
3.107.753 ₫ total
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The National Theater's ornate interior showcases Costa Rican heritage while the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum displays ancient treasures beneath Plaza de la Cultura. Explore nearby Poás Volcano National Park in Alajuela Province, then return to sample local coffee at Mercado Central's bustling food stalls.

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Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was wonderful!!! Huge comfortable room, great AC, free shuttle service, Best chicken fettuccine outside of Italy. 5 stars to the chef. Super helpful staff."
Cary 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

8/10 Good
"Great location close to airport with very lovely staff and a frequent shuttle to airport. Could use a little TLC and updating"
Shanda 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango

10/10 Excellent
"The Mango Verde Hotel is our go to for the night before we get on an early flight out. The staff is kind and helpful the restaurant is a great easy place for dinner - or there are other restaurants easy walking distance away. The rooms are simple, but very clean and easy in and out. The Hotel is about 3 minutes from the airport and the airport shuttle is free."
Arthur 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hotel Mango

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What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in San Jose?
Motels typically offer cheaper rates than hotels, which makes them excellent if you're road-tripping around San Jose and sticking to a budget. A great option for overnight stays, these roadside accommodation come with simply furnished rooms, basic services and ample parking. Choose a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay more for additional privacy, space and amenities. Guests can take advantage of things like free WiFi, gyms and meeting rooms at this property type.