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A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.
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.

1. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
Canada
Jessica
$105 nightly
$119 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.
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.
A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

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
Srijana
$85 nightly
$96 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.
A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.
A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.
A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, a wall-mounted elevator, and decorative wall art.

3. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
United States
Juan
$107 nightly
$121 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."
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.
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.
A hotel lobby with a large digital display on the wall, a seating area with a red accent wall, and a carpeted floor.

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
United States
Kimberly
$118 nightly
$134 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A stationary bike in a gym with a digital display and a mirror.
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
$110 nightly
$124 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
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 interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.
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
$111 nightly
$125 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
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 hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

7. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
Cacique
United States
Robert
$85 nightly
$96 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Mango
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.
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.
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.

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Luz
$130 nightly
$147 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and ottomans arranged for socializing.
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.

9. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Pozos
United States
Emmanuel
$110 nightly
$124 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
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 rooftop lounge with wicker furniture, a central table, and a view of the city at dusk.
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.

10. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
La Ribera
Canada
Jean Pierre
$152 nightly
$172 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
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
$95 nightly
$107 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'Wyndham Garden' sign, and well-lit windows.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract mural.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, hanging pendant lights, and a large abstract painting.
An outdoor patio with glass tables and chairs, a sofa, and a view of greenery.

12. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Paola
$116 nightly
$131 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
A bar area with multiple stools, shelves with glassware, and hanging plants.
A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a small ottoman.
A long dining table set with glassware, plates, and cutlery, surrounded by wicker chairs.

13. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Sánchez
United States
Jorge Andres
$139 nightly
$157 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
A swimming pool with a bench, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a building in the background.
A modern office space with patterned chairs, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a stone-paved courtyard, and lush greenery.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a patterned wall, and hanging pendant lights.

14. Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
Uruca
United States
Everardo
$85 nightly
$96 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Irazu Hotel & Studios
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.
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.
Exterior

15. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Pozos
United States
David
$106 nightly
$120 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
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 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.
A modern high-rise building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent red logo on the side.

16. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
United States
Chandler
$114 nightly
$129 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
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.
A lobby with a large orange wall, a modern art piece, and a reception desk.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen counter.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and lush greenery.

17. City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Ulloa
United States
Nidia
$74 nightly
$84 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.
A buffet with various dishes, including salads, soups, and grains, in a modern kitchen setting.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, and a round dining table with black chairs.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Duane
$119 nightly
$135 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.
A hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL BARMORAL' sign, multiple floors, and a modern design.
A balcony with white chairs and a small table, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and mountains.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and steps, surrounded by lush greenery and a dining area with tables and chairs.

19. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Carmen
United States
Anastasia
$96 nightly
$109 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.
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.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large painting, and a unique light fixture.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Gretchen
$156 nightly
$177 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
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Barceló San José

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$94 nightly
$106 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
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$173 nightly
$195 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
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Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente

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$96 nightly
$108 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The staff is always very helpful, cheery and accomodating. Checkin is always a breeze, the shuttle for the Gastronomic Route is efficient and reliable to take us to quality food options (rePUBlic is a favourite) and the breakfast is healthy, plentiful and well cared for by the staff (Minor was a kind and caring manager of the food and gave us nice insights into the various fruits available). Bravo team Alajuela HI."
Melanie 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango

10/10 Excellent
"I love this place. I’ve stayed many times. If I need a place near the airport hotel Mango is my first choice"
Bruce David 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Mango

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Three Star Hotel Guide for San José

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in San José, San José Province are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in San José, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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From business trips to family getaways, the San José 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San José?
Travelers in search of a pleasant and affordable San José property often book a room at Hotel El Maragato. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.2 mi northeast of the center, comes with an espresso maker and a pillowtop mattress. Want another top tip? Located 0.3 mi northeast of downtown and including a sauna and a cafe, Exe San Jose Center is another top pick among guests.
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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 standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more budget-friendly and provide the services and amenities you need to be comfy, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can expect a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket décor, deluxe toiletries and perks like on-site spa centers.

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