Top 10 Hotels in El General (from $46) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a massage table, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

A courtyard with a fountain, seating areas, and a pool.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

A modern building with large windows, a covered outdoor area, and a grassy lawn.

1. Hotel del Sur

Daniel Flores

MARY

$83 nightly

$94 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a small building.

A wooden cabin with a balcony and large windows, surrounded by greenery.

A lush green landscape with a wooden cabin and a mountain range in the background.

A beach with rocky formations and trees in the foreground.

2. La Cantera Resort

Cajón

Daryl

$51 nightly

$58 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a wooden pillar, a black door, and a window with curtains.

An open-air restaurant with bamboo structures, wooden tables, and chairs.

A building with a covered entrance, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

3. Hotel el Páramo

Paramo

maria

$50 nightly

$56 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with a clear view of mountains in the background, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a large window offering a view of trees.

A building with a covered outdoor area, a paved pathway, and a well-maintained garden with rocks and shrubs.

4. Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano

Rivas

Richard

$70 nightly

$79 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wall clock.

A courtyard with a pool, covered seating area, and a restaurant named "Pasta".

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a small garden, and a building with a tiled roof.

5. Hotel Zima

San Isidro de El General

"Very clean room and exceptional staff (everyone spoke English which was extremely helpful to this non-Spanish speaking person). Really enjoyed the seating area on the balcony outside my room. The restaurant was very nice with a variety of options that were reasonably priced. The sparkling pool was clean and refreshing. The area was a little loud due to a truck repair shop next door, but overall I was extremely pleased with my stay and look forward to my next visit! Kim Kline"

Kimberly

$109 nightly

$123 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A lush garden with a variety of plants and flowers, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with a sloped roof.

A bar area with stools and a counter, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of a mountain.

A building with a tiled patio, a stone pillar, and a well-maintained lawn with various plants and flowers.

6. Hotel Uran

Rivas

Olga

$80 nightly

$91 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Total with taxes and fees

A dining table with plates of food, cups, and a knife.

A wooden cabin with a stone facade, a wooden door, and a gravel driveway.

A grassy area with a large tree and a view of distant mountains.

A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, pillows, a hanging lamp, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

7. Mirador Valle del General

Páramo

Carolina

$51 nightly

$58 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor dining area with a covered seating arrangement and hanging lights, surrounded by lush greenery.

A garden with a pond, various plants, and string lights.

A restaurant with a long counter, wooden tables, hanging lights, and a red wall.

A bedroom with a checkered floor, a wooden bed, and a bench.

8. Chirripo Art Hotel

Rivas

robert

$197 nightly

$223 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

A beach with clear turquoise water, rocky shoreline, and people swimming.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden bar stools, and a seating area with a brown leather couch.

A stone fire pit surrounded by a concrete seating area with a view of a mountainous landscape.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden stools, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and sofa.

9. Casa de los Kobiera

Rivas

Allan

$69 nightly

$78 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden balcony with a potted plant, two wooden chairs, and a view of a lush green landscape.

A small, enclosed patio area with a wooden partition, a sofa, a table with a white tablecloth, and several potted plants.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a wooden desk with drawers, a mirror, and a small cabinet.

A room with two bunk beds, wooden walls, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a small table with a plant.

10. Alojamiento Oye

Rivas

Glyn

$44 nightly

$49 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

A stone archway leading to a wooden ceiling interior with a welcome sign.

A modern living area with a blue sofa, a stone bar, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a wooden staircase, and a large rock wall.

11. Rocka Verde Retreat

Rivas

Michelle

$228 nightly

$258 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Total with taxes and fees

A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, a wooden bench, a hanging light fixture, and a small sink.

A wooden board with grapes, cheese, strawberries, and wrapped chocolates.

A bathroom with a wooden interior, a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink, and a hot tub with a wooden tray holding fruits and a bottle.

A cozy, triangular bedroom with a large window offering a scenic view.

12. Quimera Hotel

San Isidro de El General

Carlos

$52 nightly

$59 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

A window with a view of a forested mountain range.

A wooden cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by dense forest and mountains.

A rustic wooden cabin kitchen with a long wooden table, a window with a forest view, and basic kitchen utensils and cookware.

A cozy attic bedroom with wooden walls and a sloped ceiling, featuring two beds and a small table.

13. Macho Mora Mountain Lodge

Rivas

John

$54 nightly

$61 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

A modern indoor pool with large windows, a view of the outdoors, and hanging plants.

A bathroom with a stone wall, a bathtub with flowers, and a plant wall.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A circular room with a central hanging plant, a round table, and a clothing rack.

14. Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Collection

Cajón

Shannon

A coastal property with a balcony overlooking the sea, surrounded by lush greenery.

Two massage tables with white linens and pillows, a wooden chair, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

A staircase leading to a scenic overlook with a view of the ocean.

15. Villas Alturas

Bahía Ballena

Tana

$94 nightly

$106 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Total with taxes and fees

An aerial view of a tropical island with a white sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and dense green forest.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a painting, a TV, and a view of a swimming pool and garden.

A view from a balcony with two wooden chairs and a small round table, overlooking a coastal landscape with greenery and the sea.

16. Canavida Villas & Resort

Bahía Ballena

"What an incredible place to stay! The property was beautiful and the house had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The host was wonderful and even met as at the front of the property to take us to our location. He answered all our questions and gave us a tour. The view was amazing and the pool was right there! I would highly recommend it to others and will definitely stay there again!"

Christy

$69 nightly

$78 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a scenic ocean view.

A garden pathway with a metal gate, surrounded by greenery and trees.

An arched doorway leading to a covered outdoor area with a wooden door and a person standing inside.

A wooden interior with a vaulted ceiling and a central chandelier.

17. La Cusinga Lodge

Bahía Ballena

Leann

$123 nightly

$139 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

A spa area with two hot tubs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and large windows.

A building with a wooden facade and large windows.

A modern building with large glass windows, wooden beams, and a garden with succulents and rocks.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

Páramo

Damian

$112 nightly

$127 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A person in a hot tub surrounded by lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a glass-enclosed sleeping area.

A modern kitchen with a gas stove, wooden cabinets, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A hillside property with multiple buildings, including a main house with a red roof and several smaller structures.

19. Colinas Tinamastes

Barú

Joe

$87 nightly

$98 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

A serene riverside setting with a bridge, a gazebo, and a building with a red roof.

A spacious living room with a checkered floor, green sofas, a pool table, and a bar area with a grill.

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and potted plants.

A traditional wooden house with a garden and pond.

20. Trogon Lodge

Páramo

Adriana

$105 nightly

$118 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

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Stay near popular El General attractions

Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary

You can take time to visit Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary during your travels to El General. Wander the seaside or discover the waterfalls in this relaxing area.

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Top El General Hotel Reviews

Bahia Selvatica Lodge

8/10 Good

"Quiet hotel, good location. No front desk was new to us but check in process was easy."

Canavida Villas & Resort

10/10 Excellent

Hotel el Páramo

10/10 Excellent

"Todos fueron muy atentos y serviciales."

Hotel de Montaña Suria

10/10 Excellent

"Increíble, espectacular solo les recomendaría dividir las cabañas en 2 tipos, las cabañas para gente con familias, hijos, perros y suegros 😂😂😂😂y otra sesión quizá las Villas Mountain View dejarlas únicamente para la parejas ya que mi esposo y yo fuimos en plan romántico sin hijos y en la cabaña de a la par colocaron a una familia con hijos que corrían y gritaban de un lado a otro."

Golden Pineapple Villas

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful resort very well built, the staff was amazing and the place was relaxing and gorgeous"

Alborada Boutique Stay

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed 4 nights at this little gem. The staff gives away family atmosphere. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner Mayra and I felt like she was family, super friendly and accommodating. The room was spotless, very cozy and pretty. The pool is very inviting and every room is facing it, as soon as you open the door it's right there, I would say the place is very Instagrammeable. Breakfast is delicious and they serve it hot for you. The location is very convenient, you can walk to a lot of restaurants, to tour operating companies, to the beach/national park. We had a rental car and it was nice to have a private secure parking spot for it, but the hotel has bikes that you can use for free and you can move around the area comfortably in them. You can book your boat tours directly with them as well. Also, we were talking to the owner and she let us know that they're working on building a spa, I'll be using it next time for sure as it will be ready soon and we're planning another trip in a short time hopefully!"

Trogon Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"I highly recommend The Trogon Lodge. The staff at the reception desk, the restaurant and the bar/café were super kind and helpful. The new manager is doing a great job. Delicious food: sopa azteca, sauteed trout with veggies, chicken stew, egg omelettes, for example. The trout could not be fresher since the hotel has its own trout ponds. (If you like juicy trout better ask the chef to cook it for less time.) The hotel is located at 2,200 meters above sea level (7,000 feet), at the edge of a crystal clean river, with a soothing sound and view areas with chairs to relax. Gardens and mountains around it are spectacular. The beds are very comfortable making it hard to get up. Many stairs and small hills to reach the upper rooms. The trails can be challenging, and I recommend using hiking boots there. Again, highly recommended."

Yuli Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful place to stay, we loved it."

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for 5 nights at the hotel. The hotel has the most beautiful view of the ocean. The restaurant was great for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The swimming pool was beautiful. We saw all kinds of birds and animals in the ground of the hotel. Highly recommend for anyone staying around the Uvita area with a car."

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Hotel Vive Uvita

Unnamed Road Bahía Ballena Provincia de Puntarenas

$40 nightly

$46 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

8/10 Very Good! (45 reviews)

Sueños de maria

Uvita Bahía Ballena Osa

$43 nightly

$49 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)

Hotel Tucan

100 Mtrs Este del Banco de Costa Rica Bahía Ballena Puntarenas

$51 nightly

$57 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews)

Hotel El Tecal

300 metros del parque Marino Ballena Bahía Ballena Puntarenas

$76 nightly

$86 total

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Total with taxes and fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (76 reviews)

Alborada Boutique Stay

Uvita de Osa Bahia Ballena Bahía Ballena Provincia de Puntarenas

$94 nightly

$107 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)

Mandala Ojochal Boutique Resort & Retreat Center

7 C. Túcan Ojochal Provincia de Puntarenas

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in El General?

The best area to stay in El General is the region around San Isidro de El General, which is the largest town and a central hub for the valley.This area offers a balanced experience of local life and convenience for exploring the General Valley. San Isidro de El General itself is a bustling town with a central park, a large farmers market, and a variety of shops and dining options. Hotels here often provide easy access to the main highways leading to other attractions. Couples looking for a comfortable base with access to amenities and local culture will appreciate staying in or near San Isidro de El General.For visitors interested in a more secluded and nature-focused experience, the areas surrounding the Chirripó National Park entrance, particularly in and around San Gerardo de Rivas, are an excellent choice. This small village is the gateway to Mount Chirripó and offers a peaceful setting with stunning mountain views. It's ideal for solo travelers or couples seeking hiking adventures and a deep connection with nature, with several eco-lodges and guesthouses providing direct access to trails and a tranquil environment.

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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 El General.

How much is the nightly rate at a El General hotel?

Prices for hotels in El General often vary, but you can find a great deal from $46 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 El General hotels

1. Hotel del Sur

2. La Cantera Resort

3. Hotel el Páramo

4. Hotel de Montaña El Pelicano

5. Hotel Zima

6. Hotel Uran

7. Mirador Valle del General

8. Chirripo Art Hotel

9. Casa de los Kobiera

10. Alojamiento Oye

11. Rocka Verde Retreat

12. Quimera Hotel

13. Macho Mora Mountain Lodge

14. Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Collection

15. Villas Alturas

16. Canavida Villas & Resort

17. La Cusinga Lodge

18. Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

19. Colinas Tinamastes

20. Trogon Lodge

Stay near popular El General attractions

Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary

Top El General Hotel Reviews

Bahia Selvatica Lodge

Canavida Villas & Resort

Hotel el Páramo

Hotel de Montaña Suria

Golden Pineapple Villas

Alborada Boutique Stay

Trogon Lodge

Yuli Hotel

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

More cheap stays in El General

Hotel Vive Uvita

Sueños de maria

Hotel Tucan

Hotel El Tecal

Alborada Boutique Stay

Mandala Ojochal Boutique Resort & Retreat Center

Frequently asked questions

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