Title: Visit San Francisco: 2026 Travel Guide for San Francisco, San José | Expedia.com [Hotels in San Francisco](https://expedia.com/San-Francisco-Hotels.d828898530158276608.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in San Francisco](https://expedia.com/San-Francisco-Vacation-Rentals.d828898530158276608.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to San Francisco](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Francisco.d828898530158276608.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Francisco](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d828898530158276608.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in San Francisco](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-San-Francisco.d828898530158276608.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Francisco Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/San-Francisco.d828898530158276608.Destination-Travel-Guides) # San Francisco ## Travel Guide ![Beautiful aerial view of the city Tres Rios Costa Rica in the sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828898530158276608/f41d2525-ab87-4453-8360-ea2e90699174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful aerial view of the city Tres Rios Costa Rica in the sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828898530158276608/f41d2525-ab87-4453-8360-ea2e90699174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful aerial view of the city Tres Rios Costa Rica in the sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828898530158276608/3da747b1-9c91-4be5-a712-0f0333e39b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial View of La Sabana, rohrmoser, pavas, and Escazu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828898530158276608/3b1553e3-b268-4246-8cf6-936663678ddb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Passing by 3rd Street. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_828898530158276608) - San Francisco Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in San Francisco ![Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48100/48087/dec19573_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica Calle Central y Tercera Av. 15 San Francisco San Jose $123 nightly $139 total Feb 27 - Feb 28 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,196 reviews) \- Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=2%2F28%2F2026&selected=48087&PinnedHotelID=48087&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=828898530158276608) ![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) ### Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo $180 nightly $204 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 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! (2,472 reviews) Breakfast was great. Rooms clean , beds a little hard for my liking Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F4%2F2026&endDate=3%2F5%2F2026&selected=921872&PinnedHotelID=921872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=828898530158276608) ![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) ### 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! (1,989 reviews) The property and room itself is nice and helpful staff but we were there for literally 5 hours and all we wanted was a place to stay in the night and a hot shower before we go to the airport. Disappointed that such a big hotel admits they do t have hot showers ! I mean I don’t want scaling water ... Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F16%2F2026&endDate=3%2F17%2F2026&selected=1377921&PinnedHotelID=1377921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=828898530158276608) [See all 1,386 properties in San Francisco](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F23%2F2026&endDate=2%2F24%2F2026®ionId=828898530158276608) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34100/34084/e4865290_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels-Apartotel-Suites-Villas-Del-Rio.h34084.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9426100/9426098/5a6d5ca0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Suites-Cristina.h9426098.Hotel-Information) ![BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/18ff5a1b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels-The-Train-Apartments-Barrio-Escalante.h67550811.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in San Francisco](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=828898530158276608&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check San Francisco hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828898530158276608&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23)[Feb 22 - Feb 23](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828898530158276608&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828898530158276608&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24)[Feb 23 - Feb 24](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828898530158276608&startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828898530158276608&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=828898530158276608&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026) ### 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 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 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) ![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) ![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 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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ![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) [See all activities in San Francisco](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-San-Francisco.d828898530158276608.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near San Francisco ![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 ![Iglesia Ladrillos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874090/54def88e-df31-40d7-84e9-dca32ffa8ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Calle Blancos - Cities near San Francisco - Places of interest [San José](https://expedia.com/San-Jose.dx603085)[San Pedro](https://expedia.com/San-Pedro.dx6346193)[San Juan](https://expedia.com/San-Juan.dx553248635928404059)[Calle Blancos](https://expedia.com/Calle-Blancos.dx553248635975874090)[Guadalupe](https://expedia.com/Guadalupe.dx828899056001425408)[Colima](https://expedia.com/Colima.dx828945837334749184) - [Spirogyra Butterfly Garden ](https://expedia.com/Spirogyra-Butterfly-Garden-Tournon.d502516.Vacation-Attraction) - [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) - [Church of Puriscal ](https://expedia.com/Church-Of-Puriscal-Santiago-de-Puriscal.d553248621592457079.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Pedro Mall ](https://expedia.com/San-Pedro-Mall-San-Jose.d6071343.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)