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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
The price is AU$220 per night
AU$220
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
14.84 km from city centre
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport: Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located in the business district.
Pool
Breakfast included
Free cancellation
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

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

3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is AU$169 per night
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2025
9.42 km from city centre
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica: Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located near the airport.
Pool
Breakfast included
Free cancellation
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Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road, Alajuela, Alajuela
The price is AU$202 per night
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
16.39 km from city centre
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located next to a shopping centre.
Pool
Free airport shuttle
Free cancellation
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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
The price is AU$219 per night
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
14.75 km from city centre
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel: Business-friendly hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located in the city centre.
Pool
Breakfast included
Free cancellation
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$126 per night
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
3.14 km from city centre
Barceló San José: Business-friendly hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located in the suburbs.
Pool
Spa
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$194 per night
AU$194
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
16 km from city centre
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela: Business-friendly hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located near the airport.
Pool
Free airport shuttle
Free cancellation
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Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas, 3 Miles South of Intl Airport, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is AU$168 per night
AU$168
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2025
10.37 km from city centre
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center: Business-friendly hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located in the business district.
Pool
Hot tub
Free cancellation
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Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios

3.5 out of 5
General Canas Hwy KM3, San José, San Jose
The price is AU$174 per night
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
3.69 km from city centre
Irazu Hotel & Studios: Business-friendly hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located in a shopping district.
Pool
Parking included
Free cancellation
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DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

4 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio, San Antonio Belen Intersection, La Asunción
The price is AU$239 per night
AU$239
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2025
9.78 km from city centre
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica: Family-friendly hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Located in the suburbs.
Pool
Hot tub
Free cancellation
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Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
The price is AU$96 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$96
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

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Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is AU$426 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$426
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

Accommodation in San José

Planning a holiday to San Jose? Let Wotif organise your trip for you! There are 53 available options, all of which are only 2 kilometres away from the middle of the city. With such an excellent range, you won't have to worry about booking a place!

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To stay in the midst of it all, take a look at the Hotel Grano de Oro and the Hotel Presidente - San Jose City Center, Costa Rica. Wotif also offers the Park Inn By Radisson San Jose and the Hotel Dunn Inn.

There are 7 available hotels in San Pedro, which is a mere 4 kilometres from the city's heart. If you're keen to stay here, you can investigate Cedar Cats Short Stay Apartments - Adults Only and Casa Echavarria. If you're sure that San Pedro isn't suited to you, you should check out Barrio Dent. It's 2 kilometres from the CBD and is home to 3 accommodation options, including Boutique Hotel Jade and Hotel Boutique Luz de Luna.

Accommodation options nearby to the Museum of Costa Rican Art include the Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici and the Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica. The Hotel Le Bergerac and Holiday Inn San Jose-Aurola are conveniently positioned within easy walking distance from the Gold Museum. the National Center of Art and Culture and the Jade Museum are two more popular San Jose attractions. The Casa Conde Hotel & Suites and the Sleep Inn Paseo Las Damas are near to the National Center of Art and Culture. The TRYP by Wyndham San Jose Sabana and the Hotel Don Carlos, are near the Jade Museum.

If you're eager to find a pleasant park to relax and have a kick of the soccer ball, head on over to Central Park. Barceló San José and Taormina Hotel and Casino are suitable places to stay if you're looking to be near this attraction. Visitors feeling the urge to splurge should head to San Pedro Mall. Rest your head at Gran Hotel Costa Rica and Balmoral Hotel and you can visit this site as much as you like.

If you're flying into or out of Tobias Bolanos International Airport and plan to stay nearby, try the Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall or the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel San Jose.

San José hotels essential information

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Popular hotels
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall, Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, an IHG Hotel, Barceló San José, Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela, Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center, Irazu Hotel & Studios, DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in San José?
“Awesome, loved it!” — those are the types of things Wotif travellers have been saying about Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel. Located in La Asunción and offering a view of the golf course and more, guests have rated it as one of San José’s best hotels. Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn is another favourite. Spend your break here and you’ll be near major sights like Museo de Cultura Popular and others.
How many days should I spend in San José?
Travellers usually spend 2 days exploring San José. But how long you decide to go for is in your hands. Browse our popular San José hotel offers, grab a bargain, and then begin planning an itinerary that makes the most of every second here.
Where should a first-time tourist stay in San José?
Many first-timers like to stay in Carmen. It’s home to some of the top San José hotels, including Hotel Grano de Oro and Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton. There are plenty of things to keep you busy in this area, such as National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theatre.
How much does a San José hotel cost?
San José hotel prices vary according to when you go and just how fancy you like your digs. To find AU$51 cheap accommodation in San José, enter your details, click search, then filter your results by budget, property class, amenities and more. Another way to lower costs? Avoid travelling in the busiest months of February, March and May, when rates are typically higher. Because the only thing better than going on holiday is getting it for a bargain!
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Can I find luxury accommodation in San José?
You bet you can. With our “Property class” filter tool you can find the fanciest digs that offer first-rate service, indulgent extras and bedding with thread counts so high you’ll feel dizzy. Check out these San José luxury hotels:


Which hotels in San José are family-friendly?
Dive into a world of family fun in one of our San José family accommodation choices. Packed with cool stuff like kids’ clubs, games rooms and pools, they’re not just places to rest up, but a destination in themselves. Use our “Family friendly” filter to find them in a flash, or have a look at these top-notch options for you and your crew:


What is the best area to stay in San José?
If you’re eager to experience this destination’s bars and pubs, dining and history, book your San José hotel in the Carmen neighbourhood. Other popular areas to hit the hay in San José include Amón and Hospital. Click on “View map” at the top of the page to check out the different locations of our San José accommodation and choose your favourite digs.

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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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5 / 5
Close to the airport with a regular shuttle, this was a clean convenient stay for our late night arrival. Breakfast had many options and the fresh fruit and delicious coffee in particular were very welcome in the morning.
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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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