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 Casa Amarilla.
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.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
La Sabana
If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Casa Amarilla and Asamblea Legislativa are top sights worth seeing.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Nice play to stay for a layover. We arrived in the afternoon before taking the shuttle to the airport the next morning. The staff was great and allowed us to use the facilities as we arrived early. They graciously stored our luggage until checking in. The pool area was nice. My only complaint was ...
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
The hotel and room were fine. Basic industrial hotel. New room, stamdard amenities. Nothing wrong with it just crazy expemsive for limitednoffering
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Barceló San José
It was fast and easy. Clean room, the staff good, love the hotel. Good ambient.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Spacious, clean rooms and gated. Very posh!
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Staff were very welcoming and helpful, and the breakfast was amazing. Hotel is very clean.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
A little pricey but spectacular, waking distance from lots of restaurants in a safe neighborhood. Highly recommend
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
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.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
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.
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.
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.
Irazu Volcano National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Irazu Volcano National Park, a lovely green space in Santa Rosa. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
- Sabana Park
- Poás Volcano National Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Braulio Carrillo National Park
- Parque Viva
- Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Plaza Real Cariari
- Central Park
- Hospital Cima San José
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Museum of Costa Rican Art
- Estadio Nacional
- Irazu Volcano National Park
- Juan Santamaría Park
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Mercado Central
- National Theater
- Our Lady of the Angels Basilica
- City Mall
- Parque Nacional Los Quetzales
- Morazan Park
- Poas Volcano
- University of Costa Rica
- Catarata del Toro
- San Pedro Mall
- Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos
- Turrialba Volcano National Park
