Top 10 Hotels in Agua Caliente (from $22) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.

A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall and a metal ladder.

1. Barceló San José

Uruca

lachlan

$75 nightly

$85 total

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

A modern living room with a round coffee table, green armchairs, and a grey sofa. There is a large window with sheer curtains and a view of greenery outside.

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

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Ciudad Cariari

Lavasha

$110 nightly

$124 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a colorful mural, a seating area, and lush green plants.

A buffet area with various food items, a refrigerated display, and a view of tropical plants through large windows.

A corridor with a wooden ceiling, stone pillars, and a patterned floor.

A lobby with a chandelier, stone walls, and a reception desk.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Ciudad Cariari

Nelia

$110 nightly

$124 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a compact kitchen area with a refrigerator and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

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

Ciudad Cariari

Evarista F

$85 nightly

$96 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, arched doorways, and a view of the city at night.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, comfortable seating, a television, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, and arched doorways leading to other rooms.

5. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

La Asunción

KRISTIAN

$161 nightly

$182 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A room with a large bathtub, a wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

A multi-story building surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A pool area with umbrellas, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery, leading upwards.

6. Hotel Costa Verde

Manuel Antonio

Brenda

$141 nightly

$159 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a stone wall.

A serene outdoor area with a pond, a wooden dock, and lush greenery.

An arched entrance with tiled flooring, wall-mounted lamps, and potted plants.

A bar area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a ship's wheel decoration.

7. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

Jairo

$113 nightly

$128 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.

A modern lobby with a large window, a vertical plant wall, and a seating area with a lamp.

A bar area with a curved wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and shelves with bottles and decorative items.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, large windows, and a prominent sign.

8. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

San Rafael

Melissa

$110 nightly

$124 total

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, a kitchen area, and a dining section.

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 cafe with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

A swimming pool area with a white building, palm trees, and lifebuoys.

9. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Serena

$118 nightly

$134 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.

A hotel entrance with a large archway, a reception desk, and a crosswalk leading to the entrance.

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, wooden beams on the ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a view of the mountains.

10. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Ciudad Cariari

Carlos

$87 nightly

$98 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A pool with a view of the sunset, surrounded by tropical foliage.

A concrete staircase surrounded by lush greenery and a metal railing.

An aerial view of a beach with dense forest on one side and a clear turquoise sea on the other. There are several beach umbrellas and sun loungers visible.

A bar area with a view of the sunset over the water, a large window, and a palm tree.

11. Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only

Manuel Antonio

Jose

$249 nightly

$282 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern building with a central glass atrium, surrounded by lush greenery and a small water feature.

12. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

San Francisco

Kemal

$93 nightly

$105 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with a table set for two, featuring a fruit bowl and two drinks, overlooking a lush landscape and the sea.

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a plate of food on the bed.

A coastal area with a beach, clear turquoise waters, and dense forested hills.

13. Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio

Crystal

$136 nightly

$154 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

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 buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

Loren

$115 nightly

$130 total

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with a view of the ocean at sunset, surrounded by palm trees and umbrellas.

A multi-story building with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A two-story house surrounded by lush greenery, with a prominent palm tree in the center.

An aerial view of a coastal area with dense forest, a curved beach, and clear blue waters.

15. Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge

Manuel Antonio

Sarah

$137 nightly

$155 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A hot tub under a wooden pergola with lush greenery in the background.

An arched doorway leading into a building with a tiled floor and a view of a hallway with a ceiling light.

A wooden bridge over a calm river surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

An arched hallway with tiled flooring, a chandelier, and a mural on the wall.

16. Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

Tiffany

$113 nightly

$128 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

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.

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

Cacique

John Ross

$110 nightly

$124 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, a table, and a bar area with stools.

A room with a bed, a desk, and a view of greenery.

A wooden deck with a view of dense tropical foliage.

A narrow brick pathway leading to a stone wall with a small waterfall, surrounded by dense bamboo and tropical plants.

18. Hotel Quelitales

Cachi

Adrianus

$119 nightly

$135 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor covered dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a body of water.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a glass-top dining table, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

A house with a red-tiled roof, brick walls, and a garden with pink flowers and palm trees.

A garden pathway leading to a building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.

19. La Casona del Cafetal

Cachi

Susana Cristal

$111 nightly

$125 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

An aerial view of a tropical island with a crescent-shaped beach, surrounded by lush greenery and clear blue waters.

A small, rustic house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A bedroom with a large wooden headboard, a bed with white linens, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a view of greenery through a window.

20. ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Manuel Antonio

Amanda

$122 nightly

$138 total

Nov 14 - Nov 15

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Agua Caliente Hotel Reviews

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was in a good location and was very clean and neat. the staff was very friendly and helpful , breakfast was included and was very good, there was free secured parking, the one thing that I did not like was the guest policy no additional guest are allowed after check-in."

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location. Friendly staff"

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente hotel, muy buena ubicación"

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

8/10 Good

"The rooms were very clean and comfortable. I believe the rooms were new or recently renovated. My only concerns is the water pressure was on the rather low side and the elevators were problematic. The staff were fantastic at every level. The food in the restaurant was average. Overall I would recommend this stay simply due to the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms."

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

10/10 Excellent

"An Exceptional Hotel - Hospitality at Its Finest It was a privilege to have stayed here. The stunning lobby and beautiful restaurant create an atmosphere of sophisticated elegance. But what truly distinguishes this hotel is its remarkable staff. The level of hospitality is outstanding - gracious, attentive, and genuinely caring. Throughout my entire stay, I felt completely looked after, with every need met with warmth and professionalism. I felt genuinely welcomed and valued. An unforgettable stay, and a hotel I wholeheartedly recommend. My sincere appreciation to the entire staff for making my visit so exceptional. Special thank you to Didsy, Fabiola, Carlos, Ronny, Waleska, Adrian, and Fernando."

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

10/10 Excellent

"Other than the shower taking quite a bit of time to get warm, the stay was absolutely fantastic and perfect."

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and comfortable"

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Staff Clean Room, Parking"

Irazu Hotel & Studios

10/10 Excellent

"Good place to stay people are pretty helpful so I like it I will recommend it."

More cheap stays in Agua Caliente

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose

$19 nightly

$22 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

8/10 Very Good! (373 reviews)

Hotel el Descanso

Avenida 2 con calle 22, 22560304 San José San José

$25 nightly

$29 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

6.8/10 (56 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

$40 nightly

$45 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

calle 33 intensa frente San José San José

$46 nightly

$51 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

7.2/10 Good! (42 reviews)

Hotel Casa 69

69 Calle 25 bis 80 mts de embajada San José San Jose

$55 nightly

$62 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (328 reviews)

The Victorian Hotel CR

Paseo Colon, 28 y 30 Street San José San jose

$78 nightly

$88 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Agua Caliente?

For visitors to Agua Caliente, the best area to stay is generally within the central part of the town itself, particularly near the main square and the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels.This central area offers convenient access to local conveniences and the town's most significant landmark, the Basilica. You'll find a selection of local eateries and shops clustered around the main square. It's a practical base for exploring the immediate surroundings of Agua Caliente.For those interested in exploring the broader Cartago Province, staying closer to the main road arteries connecting to Cartago city or the Orosi Valley would be beneficial.

When is the best time to go to Agua Caliente?

The best time to visit Agua Caliente, Cartago Province, Costa Rica, is during the dry season, which runs from December to April. This period offers the most comfortable weather for exploring the region.During these months, you'll experience less rainfall and plenty of sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking and visiting the nearby Irazú Volcano National Park. The roads are also in better condition, ensuring a smoother journey to attractions. This is especially good for couples looking for a relaxed trip without weather-related interruptions.While May to November is the rainy season, you can still visit. Mornings are often sunny, with rain typically arriving in the afternoons.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Agua Caliente.

How much is the nightly rate at a Agua Caliente hotel?

Prices for hotels in Agua Caliente often vary, but you can find a great deal from $22 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Agua Caliente hotels

1. Barceló San José

2. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

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

5. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

6. Hotel Costa Verde

7. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

8. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

9. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

11. Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only

12. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

13. Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

15. Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge

16. Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

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

18. Hotel Quelitales

19. La Casona del Cafetal

20. ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Top Agua Caliente Hotel Reviews

Hotel Presidente

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Irazu Hotel & Studios

More cheap stays in Agua Caliente

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hotel el Descanso

Viajero San José Hostel

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Hotel Casa 69

The Victorian Hotel CR

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