Title: Visit San Jose: 2026 Travel Guide for San Jose, San José | Expedia.com [Hotels in San Jose](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels.d6055030.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in San Jose](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Vacation-Rentals.d6055030.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to San Jose](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Jose.d6055030.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in San Jose](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-San-Jose.d6055030.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Jose Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/San-Jose.d6055030.Destination-Travel-Guides) # San Jose ## Travel Guide ![La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium (Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica) and Dowtown San Jose, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055030/3879fc7d-1163-4b0e-8270-b4010b0d85ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium (Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica) and Dowtown San Jose, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055030/3879fc7d-1163-4b0e-8270-b4010b0d85ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit San Jose Things to do Reviews ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6055030) - San Jose Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in San Jose ![Barceló San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/789000/788912/459f24b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barceló San José Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose $65 nightly $73 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 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! (1,933 reviews) Staff is very friendly and helpful in providing tips on local places and restaurants. Rooms are clean and close to mall and restaurants. Restaurant, swimming pool, gift store and many more facilities within the hotel. Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=788912&PinnedHotelID=788912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055030) ![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 $103 nightly $116 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! (2,025 reviews) Our stay was absolutely fantastic. Everybody was so helpful. Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F16%2F2026&endDate=3%2F17%2F2026&selected=1377921&PinnedHotelID=1377921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055030) ![Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921900/921872/37a47d96_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo $140 nightly $158 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! (2,476 reviews) Très bon hôtel d’aéroport Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=921872&PinnedHotelID=921872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055030) [See all 1,561 properties in San Jose](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026®ionId=6055030) 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! (977 reviews) We only stayed for one night after an event. The check in late at night was a breeze and the attendant was very attentive to my mother’s handicap status. The apartment we had was beautiful and very spacious. We could have accommodated 6 easily, which was the original plan. We only ended up being ... Reviewed on Mar 2, 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/10000000/9430000/9426100/9426098/68d70e84_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! (746 reviews) I didn't use the pool. There's a nice restaurant attached to the building.Food was amazing Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Suites-Cristina.h9426098.Hotel-Information) ![BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/9fceaf98_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, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews) Nice location. Not the smoothest check in but all in all a nice place to stay Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/San-Jose-Hotels-The-Train-Apartments-Barrio-Escalante.h67550811.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in San Jose](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6055030&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 Jose hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09)[Mar 8 - Mar 9](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10)[Mar 9 - Mar 10](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026)[Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%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 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) ![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) ![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) ### 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) [See all activities in San Jose](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-San-Jose.d6055030.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of San Jose 4 Top Destination 5 - Excellent 0 4 - Good 2 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ## Cities near San Jose ![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 ![Rest Chubascos - best typical costa rican food ever!!! Location? Near Poas volcano and La Paz waterfalls ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141626/22054237-d099-4190-861c-b5048f3a8dc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Poasito ![Beach in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810203641/df6568d7-8533-47c8-aceb-1562e1dae92b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Grecia ![Cloudy sky over green landscape at Arenal Volcano, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635810203991/669d11f6-f092-4ef6-b435-bbd29f7337b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Roque - Cities near San Jose - Places of interest [San José](https://expedia.com/San-Jose.dx603085)[Poasito](https://expedia.com/Poasito.dx6141626)[Grecia](https://expedia.com/Grecia.dx553248635810203641)[San Roque](https://expedia.com/San-Roque.dx553248635810203991)[San Isidro de Grecia](https://expedia.com/San-Isidro-De-Grecia.dx553248635810204714)[Tacares](https://expedia.com/Tacares.dx553248635954882512)[San Pedro de Poás](https://expedia.com/San-Pedro-De-Poas.dx553248635976174264)[Puente de Piedra](https://expedia.com/Puente-De-Piedra.dx553248635996998277)[San Juan](https://expedia.com/San-Juan.dx828896645375008768)[San Rafael](https://expedia.com/San-Rafael.dx828896815026741248) - [Ruinas de Ujarras ](https://expedia.com/Ruinas-De-Ujarras-San-Jose.d553248621532619579.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tropical Bungee ](https://expedia.com/Tropical-Bungee-San-Jose.d553248621532619578.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) - [Avenida Escazú Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Avenida-Escazu-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d553248634304708374.Vacation-Attraction) - [Parque Viva ](https://expedia.com/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.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) - [Museum of Costa Rican Art ](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Costa-Rican-Art-La-Sabana.d6071335.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) - [Momentum Lindora Shopping Center ](https://expedia.com/Momentum-Lindora-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d6255470.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mercado Central ](https://expedia.com/Mercado-Central-Merced.d502512.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Theater ](https://expedia.com/National-Theater-Catedral.d502510.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Museum of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.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) - [Poas Volcano ](https://expedia.com/Poas-Volcano-Toro-Amarillo.d637588045641596928.Vacation-Attraction) - [Juan Santamaría Park ](https://expedia.com/Juan-Santamaria-Park-San-Jose.d553248621532619550.Vacation-Attraction) - [University of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Costa-Rica-San-Jose.d502513.Vacation-Attraction) - [San Pedro Mall ](https://expedia.com/San-Pedro-Mall-San-Jose.d6071343.Vacation-Attraction) - [Morazan Park ](https://expedia.com/Morazan-Park-Carmen.d507589.Vacation-Attraction) - [Church of Puriscal ](https://expedia.com/Church-Of-Puriscal-Santiago-de-Puriscal.d553248621592457079.Vacation-Attraction) - [Catarata del Toro ](https://expedia.com/Catarata-Del-Toro-Toro-Amarillo.d553248635975969854.Vacation-Attraction) - [Clinica Biblica Hospital ](https://expedia.com/Clinica-Biblica-Hospital-Catedral.d674564751422951424.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ojo de Agua Spa Park ](https://expedia.com/Ojo-De-Agua-Spa-Park-San-Jose.d502500.Vacation-Attraction) - [Laguna Río Cuarto ](https://expedia.com/Laguna-Rio-Cuarto-Rio-Cuarto.d553248635975969853.Vacation-Attraction)