Top 10 Hotels in San José (from $38) 2026 - Competitive Prices

Q: What are some of the best vacation rentals in San José?

4BR Casa Peces Santa Ana, Private Indoor Pool & Sauna! : Visitors like this San José vacation home rental. It is located on a river and has a patio, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family.

Q: What are some accommodations with pools in San José?

Barceló San José : Hotel located near National Stadium of Costa Rica. Offers a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica are a couple of other choices that offer an onsite pool.

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1. Hacienda Escondida

San José

Dana A

$70 nightly

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Total with taxes and fees

A covered outdoor area with wooden benches, a garden with various plants and flowers, and a pathway leading to a building.

2. Hotel La Rosa de America

La Mandarina

Sara

$92 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

3. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

San José

Kaief

$110 nightly

Nov 27 - Nov 28

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered patio, and a garden area.

4. Villa San Ignacio

Tambor

Marc

$64 nightly

Dec 13 - Dec 14

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

5. Hotel Aeropuerto

San Antonio

Michael

$80 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A covered outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

6. Brillasol Airport Hotel

San Antonio

Krystal

$81 nightly

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Total with taxes and fees

A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

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

Bajo Cornizal

Collin

$34 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A modern, elongated building with a flat roof, surrounded by dense greenery.

8. Hotel Pibi Boreal

Desamparados

Monica

$104 nightly

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Total with taxes and fees

9. Hotel Martino Spa and Resort

La Garita

Daniela

$106 nightly

Nov 26 - Nov 27

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel kitchen with a central island, dining area, and bar.

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Merri Heather

$118 nightly

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

Rosa

$118 nightly

Dec 6 - Dec 7

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

12. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Mariska

$118 nightly

Nov 19 - Nov 20

Total with taxes and fees

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

13. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Corazón de Jesús

Joseph

$35 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.

14. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

San Rafael

Robert

$172 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A lounge area with a wooden bench, potted plants, and a tiled floor.

15. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

Villa Bonita

Lam

$88 nightly

Nov 14 - Nov 15

Total with taxes and fees

16. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Cacique

Salvatore

$125 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

17. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Bajo Cornizal

Travis

$39 nightly

Nov 19 - Nov 20

Total with taxes and fees

A resort with multiple blue-roofed buildings, palm trees, and a view of a distant cityscape.

18. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

San Isidro

Odalys

$149 nightly

Dec 3 - Dec 4

Total with taxes and fees

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

19. Hotel Mango

Cacique

Danny

$101 nightly

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Total with taxes and fees

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

20. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Suresh

$135 nightly

Dec 1 - Dec 2

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare top hotels in San José

Hacienda Escondida 3.0 star property San José View	Hotel La Rosa de America 3.0 star property La Mandarina View	Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol 4.0 star property San José View	Villa San Ignacio 3.5 star property Tambor View	Hotel Aeropuerto 3.0 star property San Antonio View
9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews	8.8 Excellent 466 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 132 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 831 reviews	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews
$70 nightly The price is $79 Dec 14 - Dec 15 Total with taxes and fees	$92 nightly The price is $103 Nov 15 - Nov 16 Total with taxes and fees	$110 nightly The price is $124 Nov 27 - Nov 28 Total with taxes and fees	$64 nightly The price is $73 Dec 13 - Dec 14 Total with taxes and fees	$80 nightly The price is $90 Nov 15 - Nov 16 Total with taxes and fees
Yes, Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa No Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included No Parking	Yes, Breakfast included No Pool Yes, Spa No Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	Yes, Breakfast included No Pool No Spa Yes, Pet friendly No WiFi included Yes, Parking	Yes, Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa No Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking	No Breakfast included Yes, Pool No Spa No Pet friendly Yes, WiFi included Yes, Parking

Hotels recommended for families in San José

Hacienda Escondida

San José

$70 nightly

Dec 14 - Dec 15

Total with taxes and fees

Where to stay in San José

Find the best San José areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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El Coyol

While El Coyol might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque Viva and Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center.

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San José

While San José might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like City Mall and Parque Viva.

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La Mandarina

While there might not be top attractions in La Mandarina, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center and Parque Viva.

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La Trinidad

While there might not be top attractions in La Trinidad, you can explore the larger area and discover places like City Mall and Central Market Alajuela.

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Copa Blanca

While Copa Blanca might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center and Parque Viva.

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Stay near popular San José attractions

Plaza Práktico

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Plaza Práktico during your stay in San José.

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Learn more about San José

Just minutes from the capital, Alajuela's vibrant central market buzzes with local crafts and tropical fruits worth sampling. Explore nearby Ojo de Agua Spa Park where refreshing natural pools offer a perfect escape from afternoon heat.

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Top San José Hotel Reviews

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, wooden furniture, and a view of the mountains.

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

Ulloa

10/10 Excellent

Erika

A resort with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

Peace Lodge

Vara Blanca

10/10 Excellent

We were floored when we first saw the view and the room! It is so special and our first night was quiet and romantic. The grounds are gorgeous. The staff was exceptional! We only had a couple of complaints and when we had the complaints, the staff was eager to help in any way possible. We had an issue with our DVD player-which in our mind wasn't a huge deal because it's so fantastic there you don't really need movies, but we wanted to relax our last night and we couldn't get the DVD player to...

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Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Bajo Cornizal

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Hotel Pibi Boreal

Desamparados

10/10 Excellent

I was a little worried during the taxi ride to the hotel that I had made a terrible mistake in picking the hotel as some of the areas look a little rough (by American standards), however, once at the gated hotel I realized that I indeed had made a good choice when choosing the location as the property is incredibly calming and beautiful. Just know that since you are out of the city you will need to use Uber eat or a taxi to get food as there is no onsite restaurant.

kim

A beach with a large rock formation covered in greenery, clear blue water, and a sandy shore.

Canal Grande Lodge

Piedades

10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful Christmas week at Canal Grande Lodge! Raffael and his staff were excellent hosts who made sure we had everything we needed. The small hotel was quiet and beautifully situated. You could walk to restaurants and a few small local stores. We enjoyed Santa Margaritas down the street on 2 nights of our stay. If you know this is a small, local property that’s comfortably lived in and you don’t expect a palace for your shoestring budget, you’ll be very happily surprised by this...

Anonymous traveler

A modern house with a stone staircase leading to a wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel

Ciudad Cariari

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

San José

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a lush landscape.

Vista Canyon Inn

Brasil

10/10 Excellent

Great experience ! Dave ,Marsha, Elezar and the staff went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable ,and everything was taken care of. They arranged a tour,massage, taxi service, meal delivery, and were always there with any questions I had. Fresh breakfasts using local ingredients were delicious. I had a nice room near the pool and hot tub,which were always clean and available. Very nice landscaping with palm trees ,flowers,and plants. Being next to the canyon is nice, the property...

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A lush indoor garden with dense foliage and a wooden walkway.

Terida Airport B&B

Cacique

10/10 Excellent

My 2nd time here and once again it's clean and simple and perfect for my short stay between the airport and my destination. Darren does a wonderful job as host. Quick to reply and always helpful. I very much appreciate his helping me set up transportation and recommendations for food delivery. He's totally accommodating and easy to get along with...that's extremely valuable to guests when traveling abroad :)

Dave

A corridor with potted plants, a wooden door, and a metal gate.

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

La Agonía

10/10 Excellent

Great place to spend a night before our flight home. The host met us at the door when we arrived and was up at 4:30am to see us off. My wife and I walked to several nice restaurants just 8 minutes away. Very close to the airport, very clean and great value! Had A/C and a refrigerator to keep some food cold. Safe, gated parking but definitely not a lot of room. We had a mid sized SUV which fit fine, but anything bigger would be a tight fit. Would definitely stay here again.

James

A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Ciudad Cariari

10/10 Excellent

Luis

A hot tub with a view of a city and mountains, surrounded by lush greenery.

Xandari Resort And Spa

San Isidro

10/10 Excellent

This wonderful property has amazing views and plenty of activities to enjoy from waterfalls to the farm where they grow their food as well as multiple pools with beautiful views and personal villas that provide privacy and comfort! All of the staff members were extremely pleasant and very helpful with booking spa experiences as well as helping with anything you wanted or needed outside of the resort. We want to especially thank Mario who is such a beautiful soul and an amazing host. He made our...

Sheneika

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Santo Tomas

10/10 Excellent

The staff at the Bougainvillea welcome and get to know each and every one of their guests. You feel like you are a guest in their own home. The rooms are clean and spacious with great views of the mountain or the garden - I had a tree top view of a flowering Margarita tree - sensational! The dining is good and the prices comparable to most restaurants. Don't expect a bargain as there are none in Costa Rica. However, the breakfast is free, substantial and you can have as much as you want of...

Pat

A well-lit courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by potted plants and a central fountain.

Hotel Grano de Oro

Hospital

10/10 Excellent

From the moment we stepped from our transfer, we were treated royally - the staff is trained well, very friendly, and efficient! The courtyard, used for meals, was lovely - heaters provided for cooler weather. The menus for both breakfast and dinner offered a variety of local as well as international options. Our standard room was small, but very comfortable. The best feature, for those who love to walk, is the location - a twenty minute stroll from central downtown, near wonderful museums...

NRM

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Cacique

10/10 Excellent

Dana

A spacious bedroom with two beds, wooden flooring, stone walls, and large windows.

Poas Volcano Lodge

Vara Blanca

10/10 Excellent

This hotel (not really kind of a retreat/B&B) is set away from the surrounding towns and is in the middle of a small working farm. You drive past cows and milking stalls on the way in....you feel that you're stepping even further away from your busy life to a simpler time. When you step inside it does take a while to realize you are really in someones home, and it's very welcoming. There are fires going in the stoves and fireplaces each evening, all the guests and staff are friendly, and feel...

Anonymous traveler

A rooftop pool area with a bar, seating, and a view of the city.

Studio Hotel Boutique

Santa Ana

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the best vacation rentals in San José?

4BR Casa Peces Santa Ana, Private Indoor Pool & Sauna!: Visitors like this San José vacation home rental. It is located on a river and has a patio, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San José, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San José.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San José?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to San José, click here.

What's the best hotel for families in San José?

Hotel La Rosa de America is a hotel with a restaurant and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Attractions in the area like Ojo de Agua Spa Park and Doka Estate are also fun for kids of all ages.

What's the best place to stay for a romantic vacation in San José?

SJO Airport - Family Oasis is a favorite hotel for couples, and features free breakfast and concierge services.

What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in San José?

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers 2 restaurants and a 24-hour fitness center for its human guests. Hotel Villas Colibri is another option for a stay with your pet.

What are some accommodations with pools in San José?

Barceló San José: Hotel located near National Stadium of Costa Rica. Offers a children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and 3 restaurants. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica are a couple of other choices that offer an onsite pool.

What is the best spa hotel in San José?

Hotel La Rosa de America is a top spa hotel featuring a fitness center, a bar, and a restaurant. Spend an afternoon at Gaby Lara where you’ll find deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages.

What's the most popular hotel in San José with an on-site water park or a water park nearby?

SJO Airport - Family Oasis is a popular hotel featuring water park access.

What is staying in San José like?

Travelers to San José will find plenty to explore and enjoy. In San José, there are 18 hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

What should I see while I'm in San José?

A favorite place to visit is Plaza Práktico. You'll also find Parque Viva and City Mall in the area.

What's the seasonal weather like in San José?

The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 69°F. The rainiest months in San José are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 38 inches of rainfall.

Where is the best place to stay in San José?

Based on our traveler data, Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and free breakfast. Other good choices for your visit to the area are Barceló San José and Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela. See all available top hotels in San José.

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Our top choices for San José hotels

1. Hacienda Escondida

2. Hotel La Rosa de America

3. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

4. Villa San Ignacio

5. Hotel Aeropuerto

6. Brillasol Airport Hotel

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

8. Hotel Pibi Boreal

9. Hotel Martino Spa and Resort

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

12. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

13. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

14. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

15. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

16. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

17. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

18. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

19. Hotel Mango

20. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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Hacienda Escondida

Hotel La Rosa de America

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Villa San Ignacio

Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotels recommended for families in San José

Hacienda Escondida

Where to stay in San José

El Coyol

San José

La Mandarina

La Trinidad

Copa Blanca

Stay near popular San José attractions

Plaza Práktico

Learn more about San José

Top San José Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the best vacation rentals in San José?

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San José, will I receive a refund?

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San José?

What's the best hotel for families in San José?

What's the best place to stay for a romantic vacation in San José?

What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in San José?

What are some accommodations with pools in San José?

What is the best spa hotel in San José?

What's the most popular hotel in San José with an on-site water park or a water park nearby?

What is staying in San José like?

What should I see while I'm in San José?

What's the seasonal weather like in San José?

Where is the best place to stay in San José?