Title: Visit Mata de Plátano: 2026 Travel Guide for Mata de Plátano, San José | Expedia.com

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# Mata de Plátano

## Travel Guide

## Visit Mata de Plátano

Things to do

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- Vacation Rentals in Mata de Plátano

![Barceló San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/789000/788912/459f24b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Barceló San José

Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose

$65 nightly

$73 total

Mar 31 - Apr 1

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,931 reviews)

Great Hotel, excellent, courteous, and friendly staff

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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![Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1378000/1377921/1a57897e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia

$103 nightly

$116 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

7.6/10 Good! (2,020 reviews)

Short stay. Beautiful hotel.

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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![Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921900/921872/w5757h3835x0y5-86d7993a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo 

$138 nightly

$156 total

Apr 6 - Apr 7

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,450 reviews)

The staff was very pleasant and made checking in and check out super speedy and efficient!

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

East side of Costa Rica Country Club San Rafael 

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (983 reviews)

Clean room and nice staff

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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![Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9426100/9426098/68d70e84_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

300 meters north ICE building San José San Jose

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9/10 Wonderful! (748 reviews)

One of the reasons I booked this hotel was that it stated in the description that the suite contained a washer and dryer. It doesn’t. The laundry room is downstairs and it costs US$12 to wash and dry a load. The suite itself was huge with a very comfortable bed in a separate bedroom. The breakfast ...

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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![BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/9fceaf98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

San José, Barrio Escalante. San José San José

Stay at this apartment in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)

The condo was clean but smelled of disinfectant. The smell was so unpleasant that I had to keep the window open all the time. Although the window stayed open for the entire time, the smell remained. As soon as I stepped into this condo, I called the BEE management and asked for a different condo, ...

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

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### Popular places to visit

![Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507595/a90020ae-c78c-4a6b-b4db-8e7642ad88b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sabana Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene. 

[](https://expedia.com/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Vacation-Attraction)

![Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101134/b27329da-b981-4821-9424-d629ab914aa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### National Stadium of Costa Rica

Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-La-Sabana.d6101134.Vacation-Attraction)

![Autódromo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6355960/58d2e5cc-412d-4d2a-9b47-1f7546f50987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Parque Viva

Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.Vacation-Attraction)

![Parque Central de San José en Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507591/ffc02a7a-38fa-4cdc-9dc2-79fa04c60bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Central Park

You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. 

[](https://expedia.com/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Vacation-Attraction)

![San Jose, Costa Rica, National Museum Building in historic city center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502506/9198f440-9feb-4a49-a1d0-9fb86f5e1bf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### National Museum of Costa Rica

You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Vacation-Attraction)

![Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502510/18438218-b063-43f9-9baf-a725b0ecabd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### National Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/274749/72dfc7b1-7d8e-4f02-91f1-cead05282f56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

$55

per adult

**92%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-small-group-food-and-culture-tour-with-dinner.a274749.activity-details)

![ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47970907/9858f2e7-49d1-494c-b4b0-cdc4bfb19774.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

$135

per adult

**90%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details)

![ASSISTTOURS](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44830499/9e7c212b-c73c-457c-b4c9-7631a54b0779.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

$180

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-poas-volcano.a44830499.activity-details)

![manuel antonio national park tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1353988/9cfc7e85-2db9-46d8-92db-3d3adb2671dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

$169

per adult

**86%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-national-park-sightseeing-and-wildlife-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1353988.activity-details)

![San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44781466/3e2ab5b5-f174-47b1-876a-19fc6532bd3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour

$35

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-central-market-bites-and-sights-walking-tour.a44781466.activity-details)

![White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San Jose](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/973849/3f2a2556-74d5-44d6-af3d-1b89c821dff2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### White Water Rafting Pacuare River with Lunch From San Jose

$121

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/white-water-rafting-pacuare-river-with-lunch-from-san-jose.a973849.activity-details)

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## Cities near Mata de Plátano

![San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603085/8cc5329d-3997-49fc-ac6a-b6d11b9493c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### San José

![Beautiful aerial view of the City of San Jose Costa Rica, near the Sabana park and all its buildings](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6346193/27f9302a-059d-447c-9990-544ce737ec8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### San Pedro

- Cities near Mata de Plátano
- Places of interest

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- [Sabana Park ](https://expedia.com/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Poás Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Poas-Volcano-National-Park-Alajuela-Province.d6101077.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Multiplaza Mall Escazu ](https://expedia.com/Multiplaza-Mall-Escazu-San-Jose.d6128290.Vacation-Attraction)
- [National Stadium of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-La-Sabana.d6101134.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Braulio Carrillo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Braulio-Carrillo-National-Park-Costa-Rica.d6101121.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu ](https://expedia.com/Parque-Nacional-Volcan-Irazu-San-Jose.d6101086.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Parque Viva ](https://expedia.com/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Avenida Escazú Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Avenida-Escazu-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d553248634304708374.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Plaza Real Cariari ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-Real-Cariari-San-Jose.d6193950.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Central Park ](https://expedia.com/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Costa Rica Convention Center ](https://expedia.com/Costa-Rica-Convention-Center-San-Jose.d553248635934140764.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Momentum Lindora Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Momentum-Lindora-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d6255470.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Terrazas-Lindora-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d553248635965378246.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mercado Central ](https://expedia.com/Mercado-Central-Merced.d502512.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Estadio Nacional ](https://expedia.com/Estadio-Nacional-La-Sabana.d6298647.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hacienda Alsacia ](https://expedia.com/Hacienda-Alsacia-San-Jose.d553248635976095285.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Museum of Costa Rican Art ](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Costa-Rican-Art-La-Sabana.d6071335.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Irazu Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Irazu-Volcano-National-Park-Santa-Rosa.d6255883.Vacation-Attraction)
- [National Museum of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Vacation-Attraction)
- [National Theater ](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hospital Cima San José ](https://expedia.com/Hospital-Cima-San-Jose-San-Jose.d553248633958218823.Vacation-Attraction)
- [City Mall ](https://expedia.com/City-Mall-San-Jose.d553248633958246708.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Juan Santamaría Park ](https://expedia.com/Juan-Santamaria-Park-San-Jose.d553248621532619550.Vacation-Attraction)
- [San Pedro Mall ](https://expedia.com/San-Pedro-Mall-San-Jose.d6071343.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Our Lady of the Angels Basilica ](https://expedia.com/Our-Lady-Of-The-Angels-Basilica-Oriental.d6101082.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Turrialba Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Turrialba-Volcano-National-Park-Santa-Cruz-de-Turrialba.d6223520.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Morazan Park ](https://expedia.com/Morazan-Park-Carmen.d507589.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Clinica Biblica Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Clinica-Biblica-Hospital-Catedral.d674564751422951424.Vacation-Attraction)
- [University of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Costa-Rica-San-Jose.d502513.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Barva Volcano ](https://expedia.com/Barva-Volcano-Vara-Blanca.d553248635019337011.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Rafael-Angel-Calderon-Guardia-Hospital-Carmen.d553248622663192114.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ruins of Ujarras ](https://expedia.com/Ruins-Of-Ujarras-Paraiso.d6229305.Vacation-Attraction)

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