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Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
The price is AU$89 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
AU$89
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (568 reviews)
"Generally everything was good. Breakfast not so much."

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central, between street 1 and 3, San José, San Jose
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
7.2/10 Good! (462 reviews)
"Very reasonably priced and the location was excellent."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2019

Hotel El Maragato
San Bosco Inn

San Bosco Inn

3 out of 5
100 m North from the Banco Nacional, Arenal, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is AU$112 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna ...
9/10 Wonderful! (756 reviews)
"Great location close to a vibrant town centre , nice rooms and as with everywhere in Costa Rica , genuinely and consistently lovely and helpful people."

Reviewed on 7 Nov. 2024

San Bosco Inn
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Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja, Uruca, San Jose
The price is AU$149 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$149
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Hotel Luisiana
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
The price is AU$198 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"I would have liked to havebooked mynext stay while there"

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose
The price is AU$128 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
AU$128
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,564 reviews)
Tropical oasis
"A lovely property with well appointed touches. Truly a tropical oasis in the mindset of a city setting. Friendly a comodating staff."

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Barceló San José
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 out of 5
Ruta #21 Frente Al, Aeropuerto Internacional, Liberia
The price is AU$287 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$287
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,212 reviews)
Great final night in Costa Rica
"We wanted to spend our last night close to airport as we had an early flight. The hotel was spotless and the staff were friendly. We had a great meal and the shuttle to airport was easy."

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
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La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B

3 out of 5
100 mts south of Cemetery, San Antonio de Belen, Heredia
The price is AU$207 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (935 reviews)
"This place is close to the airport. The ride in the morning was longer that we figured due to traffic, but we were fine. This is in a nice part of Alajuela and we felt safe walking about. A bit of a longer walk would have gotten us closer to more dining options if we wanted. We never used the pool ..."

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

La Riviera Hotel B&B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Km South from Cruce de Herradura, towards Jaco and 1 km East, Pueblo Nuevo, Jaco, Puntarenas
The price is AU$286 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
AU$286
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Jaco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Above and beyond
"I couldn’t have asked for more, this is a boutique hotel, where they made you feel at home. Little kitchen with everything you need in each unit, plus, you get access to their main kitchen if you need any extras. Breakfast is a dream, freshly made. Pool was refreshing surrounded by lush and nature. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel
Oceano Boutique Hotel & Gallery

Oceano Boutique Hotel & Gallery

4 out of 5
500 Metros Este de la Pops, Calle Lapa Verde, Jaco, Puntarenas
The price is AU$187 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Jaco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location with walking to beach and “downtown” shopping area. The free breakfast options are healthy and tasty as are the options from the lunch and dinner menus. The staff are helpful and pleasant. The room was tended to each day- loved having the kitchen! Great shower. Jaco is a great place ..."

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Oceano Boutique Hotel & Gallery
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 out of 5
East side of Costa Rica Country Club, San Rafael, San Rafael
The price is AU$227 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$227
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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! (784 reviews)
"These employees care and go out of their way, to please you"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
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Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

Uvita
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
10/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
Thanksgiving Relaxation
"This location was exactly what our family needed. The house was beautiful. It had a breathtaking ocean view and the natural wonders of the jungle. We saw toucans, Izzy the resident Iguana and a small tapir. We could hear howler monkeys all around in the mornings. Mark was on the spot communicating ..."

Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

3 out of 5
11 Miles South from Downtown La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
The price is AU$545 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
AU$545
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (377 reviews)
"Cute room freandly staff"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Great for families

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central, Área del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna
The price is AU$488 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$488
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,090 reviews)

Families like: Kids' swimming pool, waterslide, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry

Travellers say...
"Beautiful place"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
Great for families

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is AU$333 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
AU$333
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

Families like: Kids' swimming pool, playground, games room, extra beds/cots

Travellers say...
"The staff seem to be genuinely kind and caring people, from the front desk to the landscape staff and everyone in between. Can’t say enough about the property. The staff was helpful with scheduling activities, and no fault of theirs that the activity wasn’t as advertised. We rode horseback to the ..."

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Great for families

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,420 reviews)

Families like: Kids' swimming pool, free water park access, playground, on the beach

Travellers say...
"Perfect, that’s it."

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2024

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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FAQs about airfare deals to Costa Rica

How many airlines fly to Costa Rica?

With Wotif you have the choice of 20 Airlines to choose from for your Costa Rica trip.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

The most popular airlines flying to Costa Rica include American Airlines, United, Air Canada, Qantas Airways.

What is the lowest price on Wotif for a flight to Costa Rica?

Flights to Costa Rica start as low as AU$4,013, with this particular journey taking you from Brisbane (BNE) to San José (SJO).

How do I save money on flights when booking with Wotif?

Everyone loves a bargain, so maximise your saving potential by mixing and matching airlines according to their fare types. Wotif data indicates that travellers who booked flights using Wotif in 2019 saved almost 55% on average when their return flights were made up of two different airlines or fare types.

When can I get cheap flights to Costa Rica?

Wotif data shows us that April is the cheapest month to fly if you're looking for one-way tickets, and April is your best bet for the round-trip Journey.

Which airport in Costa Rica is the cheapest to fly to?

If you're looking to save money on your flight to Costa Rica, then the airport you choose is important. On this occasion, Brisbane (BNE) to San José (SJO) is the cheapest journey at AU$4,013.

What happens if my flight to Costa Rica is cancelled because of covid-19?

If your flight is cancelled due to circumstances surrounding COVID-19 then visit our Customer Service Portal to find more information. Furthermore, you can log into your Itinerary to view the airline's cancellation policy, including what they will and won't let you do with regards to your flight.

Is it possible to cancel my flight to Costa Rica due to covid-19?

Cancellation is dependent on the airline and will differ across companies, but many airlines will continue to travel to impacted areas. Please keep an eye on the dates as they may change frequently across Costa Rica, which is why it is vitally important for travellers to confirm with their airline that their upcoming flight is due to go ahead. If you’re still unsure, please visit our Customer Service Portal to find more information regarding cancellation due to COVID-19.