Title: Visit San Rafael: 2026 Travel Guide for San Rafael, San José | Expedia.com

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# San Rafael

## Travel Guide

## Visit San Rafael

Things to do

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![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 

$159 nightly

$180 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 ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2,443 reviews)

Spotless

Reviewed on Feb 13, 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

$75 nightly

$85 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

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. ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,906 reviews)

Nice room good amenities

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

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![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1039800/1039787/6dfcadbb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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

Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia

$102 nightly

$115 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (3,095 reviews)

Excellent place to “land”! Free shuttle to and from the airport. Clean and comfy room. Fantastic staff all around. Wonderful breakfast. Within walking distance of a nice grocery store and many bars and restaurants. Cute duck ponds a few blocks away and lovely neighborhoods to explore. Book early ...

Reviewed on Feb 13, 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. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (966 reviews)

The room was very clean and the overall day was very good .

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

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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! (740 reviews)

Parking and staff

Reviewed on Feb 10, 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 ...

9/10 Wonderful! (238 reviews)

As advertised. Easy check in process

Reviewed on Jan 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. 

[](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

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. 

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### 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)

![Our VIP City Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1351460/e8c94d5b-f77e-4443-b2b0-a1c89b71bcd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

$80

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-and-bus-city-tour.a1351460.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)

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## Cities near San Rafael

![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

![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=512&h=288&q=medium)

### San Jose

![0_brxbxp44626](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532965411/eaba92f5-b455-4f99-8b8d-df8ae732489b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Tacares

![Panorama des paysages du Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976174264/46b4d09a-e931-476c-8f99-6c1cceff54cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### San Pedro de Poás

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- [Mercado Central ](https://expedia.com/Mercado-Central-Merced.d502512.Vacation-Attraction)
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