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

![Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921900/921872/3f2af0e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo 

$179 nightly

$202 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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! (2,469 reviews)

Bed was comfortable and clean and breakfast was very good. The WiFi didn’t work and then didn’t stay on. They suggested it was Apple devices, but we had no trouble at a chicken place around the block.It is very close to the airport… good and bad

Reviewed on Feb 21, 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

$98 nightly

$110 total

Mar 16 - Mar 17

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! (1,986 reviews)

Was prepared to dislike this hotel but it turned out to be ok for a nights stay after flying into San Jose in the early evening. Staff throughout stay were pleasant and helpful, rooms bordering onto pools were basic and needed refurbishment but were again OK, breakfast pleasant and the hotel had ...

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

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![Barceló San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/789000/788912/85eda134_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Barceló San José

Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose

$69 nightly

$77 total

Mar 24 - Mar 25

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! (1,903 reviews)

My husband and I are in our late 60s and have traveled all over the world. This hotel was one of the most exceptional we’ve ever been in. The facility was absolutely stunning and immaculate. Staff were incredible and really work to make your accommodations as wonderful as could be. I would highly ...

Reviewed on Feb 21, 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! (969 reviews)

El hotel está genial, habitaciones grandes, espaciosas, cómodas y super equipadas. El personal es super amable. El desayuno es increible. 100% recomendado.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

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![Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9426100/9426098/5a6d5ca0_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! (745 reviews)

Staff were very welcoming and helpful, and the breakfast was amazing. Hotel is very clean.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

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![BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/18ff5a1b_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, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (242 reviews)

A little pricey but spectacular, waking distance from lots of restaurants in a safe neighborhood. Highly recommend

Reviewed on Feb 20, 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

4/5(185 reviews)

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

[](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

4.5/5(268 reviews)

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. 

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

#### Parque Viva

4/5(3 reviews)

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

4/5(115 reviews)

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. 

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![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

4.5/5(313 reviews)

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)

![Beautiful aerial view of the Morazan Park in Costa Rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507589/ae1cf23c-ebe0-404a-adcb-96c9474736d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Morazan Park

4/5(153 reviews)

Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Morazan-Park-Carmen.d507589.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![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)

![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)

![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

$28

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

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

**92%** of travellers recommend

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

![Sarapiqui River Rafting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45711053/97cfaf7a-0539-42f5-9766-892b809cd48e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sarapiqui River Rafting

$70

per adult

**74%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sarapiqui-river-rafting.a45711053.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)
- [Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Terrazas-Lindora-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d553248635965378246.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Irazu Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Irazu-Volcano-National-Park-Santa-Rosa.d6255883.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Momentum Lindora Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Momentum-Lindora-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d6255470.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Estadio Nacional ](https://expedia.com/Estadio-Nacional-La-Sabana.d6298647.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mercado Central ](https://expedia.com/Mercado-Central-Merced.d502512.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hospital Cima San José ](https://expedia.com/Hospital-Cima-San-Jose-San-Jose.d553248633958218823.Vacation-Attraction)
- [National Theater ](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Museum of Costa Rican Art ](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Costa-Rican-Art-La-Sabana.d6071335.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Morazan Park ](https://expedia.com/Morazan-Park-Carmen.d507589.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)
- [Hacienda Alsacia ](https://expedia.com/Hacienda-Alsacia-San-Jose.d553248635976095285.Vacation-Attraction)
- [University of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Costa-Rica-San-Jose.d502513.Vacation-Attraction)
- [National Museum of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Vacation-Attraction)
- [San Pedro Mall ](https://expedia.com/San-Pedro-Mall-San-Jose.d6071343.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Turrialba Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Turrialba-Volcano-National-Park-Santa-Cruz-de-Turrialba.d6223520.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ojo de Agua Spa Park ](https://expedia.com/Ojo-De-Agua-Spa-Park-San-Jose.d502500.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Our Lady of the Angels Basilica ](https://expedia.com/Our-Lady-Of-The-Angels-Basilica-Oriental.d6101082.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Clinica Biblica Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Clinica-Biblica-Hospital-Catedral.d674564751422951424.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Barva Volcano ](https://expedia.com/Barva-Volcano-Vara-Blanca.d553248635019337011.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto ](https://expedia.com/Estadio-Alejandro-Morera-Soto-Agonia.d6101074.Vacation-Attraction)

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