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A pool with a stone waterfall feature surrounded by lush tropical plants.

A bedroom with a stone wall, a wooden ceiling, a bed, a chair, and a desk with a chair.

A covered outdoor pathway with a tiled floor, surrounded by greenery and a metal roof structure.

A banquet hall with a long table set for a formal event, surrounded by stone walls and large windows.

1. Hotel Boutique Cibeles Resort

1 km from Universidad Nacional

scott

1.554.055 ₫

1.756.215 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and a view of mountains.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, featuring amenities such as a restaurant, pharmacy, and convenience store.

A modern outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a view of distant buildings.

A modern bar area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves. There are bar stools and a counter with a green tiled backsplash.

2. Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

5.7 km from Universidad Nacional

sergey

2.685.058 ₫

3.034.115 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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.

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

5.5 km from Universidad Nacional

Alexis

2.045.822 ₫

2.311.779 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

A modern living room with a round coffee table, green armchairs, and a grey sofa. There is a large window with sheer curtains and a view of greenery outside.

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 modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

4. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

5.6 km from Universidad Nacional

Luz

3.244.445 ₫

3.666.223 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.

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

A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall and a metal ladder.

5. Barceló San José

6 km from Universidad Nacional

Enrique

2.440.699 ₫

2.757.990 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by ornate architectural details and greenery.

A grand staircase with wooden railings and a chandelier, leading to a room with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A spacious room with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a patterned floor.

A well-lit courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by potted plants and a central fountain.

6. Hotel Grano de Oro

7.5 km from Universidad Nacional

Daniel Samir

4.164.975 ₫

4.706.421 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A rooftop lounge with wicker furniture, a central table, and a view of the city at dusk.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a long counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and three bar stools.

A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, a glass railing, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

7. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

7.1 km from Universidad Nacional

Allistaire

3.746.592 ₫

4.233.649 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a colorful mural, a seating area, and lush green plants.

A corridor with a wooden ceiling, stone pillars, and a patterned floor.

A lobby with a chandelier, stone walls, and a reception desk.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched gazebo.

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5.7 km from Universidad Nacional

Graciela

2.880.193 ₫

3.254.618 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious atrium with a modern staircase, multiple seating areas, and a high ceiling.

A restaurant interior with wooden partitions, a bar area, and a tiled floor.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a large window overlooking greenery.

A spacious indoor courtyard with multiple seating areas, large windows, and potted plants.

9. Isla Verde Hotel

6.5 km from Universidad Nacional

Tej

2.380.257 ₫

2.689.691 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

10. Hotel Santo Tomás

7.9 km from Universidad Nacional

Andres

1.628.721 ₫

1.840.455 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

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

A spacious atrium with a glass ceiling, potted plants, and a brick wall.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a dining area with tables and chairs.

11. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

4.1 km from Universidad Nacional

Henry

4.668.769 ₫

5.275.816 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a wall-mounted artwork, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black stove, and a microwave. There is a brown sofa and a potted plant in the living area.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a potted plant.

A living room with a brown sofa, a small kitchen area with a microwave, and a potted plant.

12. Hotel Boutique CasAguacate

7 km from Universidad Nacional

william

1.809.136 ₫

2.044.324 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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.

A lobby with a large orange wall, a modern art piece, and a reception desk.

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.

13. City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

5.8 km from Universidad Nacional

Nidia

1.847.420 ₫

2.087.585 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern house with a stone staircase leading to a wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

A reception area with a sofa, a round table with a floral centerpiece, and a bulletin board with information.

A residential area with multiple houses featuring red-tiled roofs and solar panels.

A wooden deck with two chairs, a covered patio area, and lush greenery surrounding the space.

14. Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel

5.9 km from Universidad Nacional

Robert

1.873.296 ₫

2.116.825 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifebuoy, and lounge chairs.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large windows with a city view, and hanging lamps.

A modern interior with seating arrangements, a decorative wall, and large windows.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a green wall feature, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

15. Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

7.6 km from Universidad Nacional

Roberto

3.442.446 ₫

3.889.964 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious living area with a red sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase with a wrought iron railing.

A spacious room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a kitchen area, and a view of a pool.

A bar area with a granite countertop, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A spacious living area with a large window, a dining table, and comfortable seating.

16. Hotel Casa Roland San José

6.2 km from Universidad Nacional

Litzy

1.794.593 ₫

2.027.890 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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.

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

17. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

7.6 km from Universidad Nacional

Carl

4.586.025 ₫

5.182.209 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A car parked next to a tree with red flowers.

A backyard pool area with a blue inflatable pool labeled "Bestway Steel Pro MAX."

A dining area with red sofas, a glass table, and metal chairs.

A garden with a blue pool, a table, and a chair under a blue umbrella.

18. Hotel Your House

7.7 km from Universidad Nacional

Colleen

1.658.648 ₫

1.874.337 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, and a chandelier.

A cozy seating area with a cushioned bench, a wooden shelf, and a variety of pillows.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with chairs.

A two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and a small front yard.

19. Casa Familiar la Tortuga

3.9 km from Universidad Nacional

ELMER

1.522.053 ₫

1.720.050 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a wooden ceiling structure.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large digital display.

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

6.7 km from Universidad Nacional

Chandler

2.965.760 ₫

3.351.309 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Universidad Nacional

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Boutique Cibeles Resort	8.2 Very good 104 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center	10.0 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica	8.4 Very good 3,440 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose	9.6 Exceptional 667 reviews	View
Barceló San José	9.0 Wonderful 2,154 reviews	View

Top Universidad Nacional Hotel Reviews

Barceló San José

10/10 Excellent

"we stayed there for one night. Room was clean staff was very friendly."

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

8/10 Good

"Great customer service."

Hotel Vista de Golf, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

8/10 Good

"Personal atento e instalaciones limpias con muy buena ubicación."

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Esta fue nuestra primera vez en Costa Rica 🇨🇷 y nos vamos súper encantados. Desde el primer momento todo fue maravilloso: la limpieza, la comida, las instalaciones y, sobre todo, la atención del personal. ¡OMG, nos quedamos enamorados de este lugar! ❤️ Gracias a todo el equipo por hacernos sentir tan bien y por regalarnos unos días tan hermosos e inolvidables. Sin duda lo recomiendo y esperamos poder regresar algún día. ¡Gracias, Costa Rica, por tan bonita experiencia! 🌴✨ ¡Pura Vida! 🇨🇷❤️"

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"We always enjoy our stays at this the Wyndham Herradura it is our go to in San Jose."

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was the worse we ever had. Not worth a single penny. Beside that, the whole thing was excellent."

Adventure Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay. Highly recommended."

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

8/10 Good

"👍"

Apartment in Heredia, Costa Rica

8/10 Good

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Other attractions near Universidad Nacional

Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción

After visiting Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Heredia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Casa de la Cultura

Enjoy an outing to Casa de la Cultura during your stay in Heredia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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El Fortín

Learn about the local history of Heredia when you take a trip to El Fortín. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Heredia Central Park

Explore the great outdoors at Heredia Central Park, a lovely green space in Heredia. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its churches.

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Palace of Sports

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Catch an event at Palace of Sports during your trip to Heredia. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Walk of Flowers Mall

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

During your trip to San Francisco, you can do some window-shopping at Walk of Flowers Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Cafe Britt Coffee Farm

9.0/10 (20 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cafe Britt Coffee Farm during your stay in Mercedes. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Oxígeno Human Playground

9.4/10 (10 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Oxígeno Human Playground during your trip to San Francisco.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Universidad Nacional?

Universidad Nacional is located in a welcoming area of San José known for its array of dining options and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 19 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Universidad Nacional?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Universidad Nacional.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Universidad Nacional, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Universidad Nacional.

What can I see and do near Universidad Nacional?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Costa Rican Art, La Salle Natural Science Museum or Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle. Enjoy the outdoors at Sabana Park, Morazan Park or Heredia Central Park. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Casa de la Cultura, Cafe Britt Coffee Farm and Amusement Park San Jose.

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Our top choices for Universidad Nacional hotels

1. Hotel Boutique Cibeles Resort

2. Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

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

4. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

5. Barceló San José

6. Hotel Grano de Oro

7. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

9. Isla Verde Hotel

10. Hotel Santo Tomás

11. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

12. Hotel Boutique CasAguacate

13. City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

14. Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel

15. Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

16. Hotel Casa Roland San José

17. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

18. Hotel Your House

19. Casa Familiar la Tortuga

20. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

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Top Universidad Nacional Hotel Reviews

Barceló San José

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

Hotel Vista de Golf, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Adventure Inn

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

Apartment in Heredia, Costa Rica

Other attractions near Universidad Nacional

Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción

Casa de la Cultura

El Fortín

Heredia Central Park

Palace of Sports

Walk of Flowers Mall

Cafe Britt Coffee Farm

Oxígeno Human Playground

Frequently asked questions