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A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

1. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
Canada
Jessica
$101 nightly
$114 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.
A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

2. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Los Molinos
United States
Nicole
$114 nightly
$129 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.
A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. There are two paintings on the walls and a large window.
A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
United States
Richard
$118 nightly
$134 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.
A stationary bike in a gym with a digital display and a mirror.

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

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Cacique
United States
John Ross
$110 nightly
$124 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.
A table with two chairs, a drink, candles, and string lights.
A small house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of plants.
A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There are large windows with wooden frames and artwork on the walls.

5. Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
Tambor
United States
CURTIS
$64 nightly
$73 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Villa San Ignacio
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.
A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.
A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

6. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
United States
Angel
$118 nightly
$134 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.
A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.
A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.

7. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
Cacique
United States
Robert
$74 nightly
$83 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Mango
A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of greenery.
A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, a sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a plant.
A hotel entrance with a brick facade, a wooden overhang, and a welcoming sign.

8. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
San Rafael
United States
Raymond
$72 nightly
$82 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.
An outdoor seating area with wooden furniture, a brick wall, and a window with a view of the sky.
A covered patio area with a hammock, potted plants, and a tiled floor.
A wooden door with a sign reading "CORCOVADO," a bench with a quilted cushion, and potted plants in a courtyard.

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

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Bajo Cornizal
United States
Brittany
$32 nightly
$36 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative pebbled walkway.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, tables, and pendant lights. Large windows offer a view of the cityscape.
A spacious living area with a large window, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

10. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
San José
United States
Yehuda
$103 nightly
$116 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
A bar area with a neon sign, multiple shelves of bottles, and bar stools.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.
A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring high ceilings with exposed beams, hanging pendant lights, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.

11. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Pozos
United States
Emmanuel
$110 nightly
$124 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A staircase leading to an arched window with a rustic wooden ceiling and a wheel chandelier.
A spacious bedroom with two beds, wooden flooring, stone walls, and large windows.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a blue sofa with a red throw, and a small table with a plant.
An interior with stone walls, wooden beams, a bench with a red cushion, and a view of greenery outside.

12. Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge
Vara Blanca
United States
Willy
$78 nightly
$89 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Poas Volcano Lodge
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.
A paved road flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a small white building with a tiled roof.
A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, and curtains.
A restaurant with a bar area, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

13. Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
San Antonio
Canada
Michael
$71 nightly
$80 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Aeropuerto
An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.
A narrow outdoor corridor with a wooden door, a small table and chairs, and hanging flower baskets.
A hotel with a sign reading "LAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House".
A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging wine glasses, and tropical fruits like bananas and pineapple.

14. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Corazón de Jesús
Mexico
Jason
$28 nightly
$32 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a black armchair, and a vase of flowers.
A hotel entrance with a sliding glass door, a doormat, and large potted plants.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a large green plant.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with a view of greenery, and a shelf above the bed.

15. Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn
Cacique
United States
Richard
$67 nightly
$76 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Berlor Airport Inn
A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A pool area with sun loungers and a bar.
A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, a glass railing, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a long counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and three bar stools.

16. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
La Ribera
Canada
Jean Pierre
$152 nightly
$172 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
A garden with palm trees, a pathway, and string lights.
A residential area with multiple houses, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a dining table.

17. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Buena Vista Chic Hotel
San Isidro
United States
Julia
$139 nightly
$157 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Buena Vista Chic Hotel
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and wooden lounge chairs, with a covered seating area in the background.
A lush garden with a variety of tropical plants and a well-maintained lawn.
A wooden door, a bench, and a variety of plants including a large palm tree.
A room with two beds, a mural on the wall, and a window with curtains.

18. Hotel La Rosa de America

Hotel La Rosa de America
La Mandarina
United Kingdom
Sara
$77 nightly
$87 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel La Rosa de America
A cozy cabin with a leather sofa, wooden floors, and large windows offering a view of the forest.
A staircase with wooden steps and a metal railing, leading to a second floor. There is a bench with a cushion, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.
A modern house with large glass windows and wooden beams, surrounded by lush greenery.
A tented room with a bathtub, a bed, and potted plants.

19. Altura Hotel

Altura Hotel
San Juan
United States
scott
$113 nightly
$127 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Altura Hotel
A bar area with a wooden ceiling, hanging pendant lights, and a bar counter with stools.
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
An indoor garden with a stone pathway, seating area, and large tropical plants.
A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

20. La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
San Antonio de Belen
United States
Arthur
$100 nightly
$113 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
La Riviera Hotel B&B
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"The place is great. The room was spacious and well equipped. The staff was always friendly and helpful."
Gerardo 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango

10/10 Excellent
"Everytime I have stayed here, it has only been for one night and I had to leave early for a flight. But in the short time, I was impressed with the accomodations, the staff is very friendly and accomodating. Looking forward to a longer stay so I can avail myself of the breakfast and the bar."
Faye 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Mango
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"."
Carolina 4-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

8/10 Good
"Location and cleanliness"
Sarith 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"The room was always kept clean from our first day to the last. The staff was always very nice and helpful. I will definitely be coming back to Costa Rica and staying at the DoubleTree!!!"
Evian 6-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent
"ok"
Donald 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

10/10 Excellent
"Good location and great service"
CARMEN VANESSA 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

10/10 Excellent
"Everyone was very nice and helpful. The cleaning staff was excellent"
Troy Quincy 4-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

More cheap stays in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela
$19 nightly
$21 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (263 reviews)
Hotel Pacandé
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose
$19 nightly
$22 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
8/10 Very Good! (371 reviews)
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela
$28 nightly
$32 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)
Toucan Hostel
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela
$28 nightly
$32 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela
$32 nightly
$36 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José
$39 nightly
$44 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Viajero San José Hostel

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in San Rafael?
The best area to stay in San Rafael is near the city center, particularly along the main road that connects to Alajuela and Heredia, or in the more secluded, upscale areas on the hillsides surrounding the town.Couples seeking a peaceful retreat with convenient access to amenities will appreciate the hotels located in the hillsides just outside the immediate town center. These establishments often provide stunning views of the Central Valley and volcanoes, offering a tranquil setting for relaxation. They typically feature amenities like private balconies, gardens, and sometimes even high-end spa services, making them ideal for a romantic getaway.For travelers who prioritize easy access to local shops, restaurants, and public transportation, staying closer to San Rafael's central area is a practical choice. This location allows for convenient exploration of the town's offerings, including its local markets and eateries.
When is the best time to go to San Rafael?
The best time to go to San Rafael is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.During these months, you'll experience consistent sunshine and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for exploring the region's natural attractions and enjoying outdoor activities. The weather is generally warm and pleasant, with average temperatures in the mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit. This period is superb for visitors looking to hike, visit coffee plantations, or simply relax outdoors without the interruption of daily downpours.
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How much is the nightly rate at a San Rafael hotel?
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