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Our top choices for Central Valley 2-star hotels

An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

1. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (627 reviews)
"Nice and affordable hotel in a cute town near the airport. Perfect for our one-night stay."
United States
Joseph
$31 nightly
The price is $35
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
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2. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful."
United States
Paul
$30 nightly
The price is $34
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Toucan Hostel
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows.

3. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (375 reviews)
"Staff were super friendly and very helpful!"
Canada
Kiera
$19 nightly
The price is $22
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

4. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (261 reviews)
"Super nice folks, simple comfy clean accomodations and a fantastic meditation garden. Excellent, especially for the price."
United States
Diana
$35 nightly
The price is $40
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by potted plants and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

5. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Arroyo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (760 reviews)
"Good place to have a vacation. Close to many places to visit."
United States
Alberto
$71 nightly
The price is $80
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

6. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"One of the cleanest places I have stayed."
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
$43 nightly
The price is $49
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Viajero San José Hostel
A hallway with a wooden door, a staircase, and various plants.

7. Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (330 reviews)
"Hotel casa 69 was by far the best pick out of all our stays in Costa Rica. The staff was incredibly helpful and above and beyond kind. We will definitely pick this stay every time we visit the area!"
United States
Aaron
$59 nightly
The price is $67
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Casa 69
A wooden room with a bed, a chair, and a table.

8. Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (265 reviews)
"The breakfast was awesome!@ and the staff very helpful nice and cozy in the breakfast area!!"
United States
Juan
$31 nightly
The price is $35
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Pacandé
A reception area with a reception desk, a clock, a plant, and a seating area with stools.

9. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (247 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
$36 nightly
The price is $40
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
A hallway with patterned flooring, a chandelier, a bookshelf, and a decorative wall.

10. Hotel 1492

Hotel 1492
2.5 star property
Carmen
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (193 reviews)
"Great hotel! Also good location "
United States
Beatriz
$50 nightly
The price is $56
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel 1492
A modern building with a sign reading "AVENIDA ESCAZU".

11. Hotel el Descanso

Hotel el Descanso
2.0 star property
Hospital
6.8 out of 10, (56 reviews)
"Room is overly small. Cold water in the shower. Not recommended."
United States
Ahmed
$26 nightly
The price is $29
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel el Descanso
A neatly made bed with a white comforter and two patterned pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a wooden chair, and a desk with a chair.

12. Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante
2.5 star property
Carmen
7.2 out of 10, Good, (44 reviews)
"Kind people, delicious breakfast, hot shower, peaceful place 😀"
United States
Tara
$46 nightly
The price is $51
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante
A spacious lobby with a billiards table, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

13. The Victorian Hotel CR

The Victorian Hotel CR
2.5 star property
Hospital
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (51 reviews)
"Good"
United States
Luke
$86 nightly
The price is $97
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
The Victorian Hotel CR
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a stone fireplace, and a hanging light fixture.

14. Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña
2.5 star property
Sabana Redonda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (160 reviews)
"The staff was incredible!"
United States
trent
$79 nightly
The price is $90
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña
A hotel room with a bed, a green bedspread, white pillows, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted lamp.

15. Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato
2.5 star property
Carmen
6.8 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"Broken toilet seat, terrible WiFi service, and torn ceilings. The staff was incredibly nice and helpful but would likely not stay here again."
United States
Briana
$76 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel El Maragato
A patio area with two chairs, a table, and various cacti and plants.

16. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay here, the environment was very clean & I felt really comfortable."
United States
Henry
$37 nightly
The price is $42
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

17. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. I was pleasantly surprised by how excellent the interior was. There are several common areas including a full kitchen and all are well maintained and well thought out. Very beautiful."
United States
Barry
$39 nightly
The price is $44
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Lolas Hostal
A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a TV. There is a large painting on the wall and a fountain in the background.

18. 1915 Hotel

1915 Hotel
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"Nice place to visit City and the 1915 hotel"
United States
Jose
$73 nightly
The price is $82
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
1915 Hotel
A wooden cabin with a table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of a lush landscape.

19. Toucanet Lodge

Toucanet Lodge
2.5 star property
Copey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"I stayed for just one night with my family (my wife and daughter), and the place met all my expectations for a mountain lodge. It was safe, quiet, and the staff were very helpful and kind."
United States
Gustavo
$115 nightly
The price is $130
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Toucanet Lodge
A person in a bathtub with a window in the background.

20. Blue Morpho Lodge

Blue Morpho Lodge
2.5 star property
Bajos del Toro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable beds, cozy heater in the rooms, great wifi, very helpful staff, beautiful property, great location, good food, will stay again!"
United States
audrey
$167 nightly
The price is $189
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Blue Morpho Lodge

Top Central Valley Hotel Reviews

A modern hotel with a central tower, a covered entrance, and a view of the city in the background.
Hotel El Arca, Jardín Botánico y Restaurante

Hotel El Arca, Jardín Botánico y Restaurante

Hotel El Arca, Jardín Botánico y Restaurante
San Pedro

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful property at the botanical gardens overlooking the San Jose city with nice walking trails. Tons of birds and butterflies. The on-site restaurant is top notch. I don’t need one, but rooms do not have televisions. Use caution if driving as the roads are steep and narrow. Cars and trucks often park in the road creating one lane there aren’t any sidewalks so people and dogs also share the roads so be mindful if driving.
United States
James
Reviewed July 12, 2026
Hotel El Arca, Jardín Botánico y Restaurante

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