Central Valley
Travel Guide
Visit Central Valley
Where to stay in Central Valley
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or Jade Museum.
Barrio Escalante
Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
La Sabana
If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and Asamblea Legislativa are top sights worth seeing.
Mata Redonda
If you're spending some time in Mata Redonda, National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional are top sights worth seeing.
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Very close to the airport but that also means the air plane takeoffs are very load.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Check in was very accommodating to put all three of our rooms on the same floor
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
The room was spacious and the staff were all very kind and helpful. The pools were well-maintained, and the breakfast was always a great start to our day.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Friendly and helpful staff, excellent breakfast, clean, spacious, and comfortable room, guest laundry facility was good
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Great accommodations!
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Mercado Central
During your trip to San José, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Poás Volcano National Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- Sabana Park
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu
- Central Park
- Parque Viva
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- Plaza Real Cariari
- National Theater
- Estadio Nacional
- Museum of Costa Rican Art
- Mercado Central
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Hospital Cima San José
- University of Costa Rica
- San Pedro Mall
- Parque Nacional Los Quetzales
- Catarata del Toro
- City Mall
- Morazan Park
- Turrialba Volcano National Park
- Juan Santamaría Park
- Church of Puriscal
- Poas Volcano
