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BEE Suites San José - Escalante

Barrio Escalante, San José

5.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park in San José, BEE Suites San José - Escalante provides accommodation with access to a hot tub and fitness room.

N
Nataliia
From
Abkhazia
The appartement was great, we had all we needed. There is a fitness room on the roof top with a beautiful view on the city and a terrase with whirpool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,527 reviews
Price from
US$86.70
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Casa 69

San José

Located in central San Jose, Hotel Casa 69 offers a garden patio, free Wi-Fi in public areas and individually decorated rooms with cable TV. The National Museum is just a 10-minute walk away.

A
Asya
From
Russia
Winston, the manager of the place is extremely helpful and so professional. The breakfast is so rich of fresh fruits and other delicious things. The rooms are spacious, simple and very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,054 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

San José

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones.

G
Garance
From
Belgium
I highly recommend this hostel! I stayed here three different times for a night, and every time it felt so welcoming – just like home. Everything is very clean, the beds are comfortable, the showers are hot, and there’s even a TV with Disney+/Netflix/Prime… just perfect! The place is designed with so many thoughtful details: a fully equipped kitchen, hair dryers, shower products, extra blankets if needed… you really feel that everything has been thought of for the guests’ comfort. The staff has been incredibly kind and helpful – they even let me leave some of my belongings a couple of times, always with such friendliness and quick responses. The automated check-in system makes everything super easy as well. For me, it’s the perfect place to stay for a night or two before exploring the rest of Costa Rica. A huge thank you to the whole team 🌸
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$31.87
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy apartment with terrace, SJ Cosmopolitan Tower #402

San José

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a patio, Cozy apartment with terrace, SJ Cosmopolitan Tower #402 is set in San José.

K
Keira
From
Australia
Beautifully decorated apartment, spotlessly clean, amenities in the building are amazing and location is super convenient. This place exceeded my expectations. Hannia is very responsive to questions as well!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
US$99.75
1 night, 2 adults

Eco Stay Hostel

San José

Situated in San José, 4.7 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Eco Stay Hostel features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

m
monica chackal
From
Canada
Owner is incredibly kind/helpful. Spacious dorms with lockers and curtains. Feels very safe. Well equipped kitchen. Great place to get decent sleep before a flight since it's more quiet. Also great breakfast included! They catered to my gluten intolerance also!! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José

Set in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, NATIVUS Art-Hostel offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

G
Gemma
From
Australia
A beautiful hostel, feels more like a boutique hotel. Or a home away from home. Everything is so pretty and sparkling clean. Delicious breakfast. Great location. And the host and staff are absolutely lovely, they really look after you. Could not recommend this place more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
Price from
US$54.15
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Mayela Guest House

San José

Situated in San José and within 4.3 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Casa Mayela Guest House has a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

J
Josephine
From
United Kingdom
Beautiful property. The Costa Rican copy of a Victorian house. Very comfortable bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Kibi Kibi

San José

Located just 10 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Kibi Kibi provides accommodation in San José with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.

S
Sophie
From
Germany
Very lovely and caring host who loves to give advise for the holiday. Super friendly. Location close to supermarkets. Great experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Apartotel Obelisco San José Aeropuerto

San José

Set just 39 km from Poas National Park, Apartotel Obelisco San José Aeropuerto features accommodation in San José with access to a fitness centre, a garden, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

J
Juan Francisco Morales Arteaga
From
Slovenia
It is an amazing place with really friendly people, I highly recommend to stay there. I'm looking forward to come back soon.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Price from
US$95
1 night, 2 adults

Apartotel Don Francisco

Hotel in San José

Apartotel Don Francisco is located in San José, within 49 km of Poas National Park and 8.2 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

J
Janet
From
Canada
Good location for us, and good value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
Price from
US$57.82
1 night, 2 adults
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BEE Suites San José - Escalante

Barrio Escalante, San José

5.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park in San José, BEE Suites San José - Escalante provides accommodation with access to a hot tub and fitness room.

N
Nataliia
From
Abkhazia
The appartement was great, we had all we needed. There is a fitness room on the roof top with a beautiful view on the city and a terrase with whirpool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,527 reviews
Price from
US$86.70
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Casa 69

San José

Located in central San Jose, Hotel Casa 69 offers a garden patio, free Wi-Fi in public areas and individually decorated rooms with cable TV. The National Museum is just a 10-minute walk away.

A
Asya
From
Russia
Winston, the manager of the place is extremely helpful and so professional. The breakfast is so rich of fresh fruits and other delicious things. The rooms are spacious, simple and very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,054 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

San José

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones.

G
Garance
From
Belgium
I highly recommend this hostel! I stayed here three different times for a night, and every time it felt so welcoming – just like home. Everything is very clean, the beds are comfortable, the showers are hot, and there’s even a TV with Disney+/Netflix/Prime… just perfect! The place is designed with so many thoughtful details: a fully equipped kitchen, hair dryers, shower products, extra blankets if needed… you really feel that everything has been thought of for the guests’ comfort. The staff has been incredibly kind and helpful – they even let me leave some of my belongings a couple of times, always with such friendliness and quick responses. The automated check-in system makes everything super easy as well. For me, it’s the perfect place to stay for a night or two before exploring the rest of Costa Rica. A huge thank you to the whole team 🌸
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$31.87
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy apartment with terrace, SJ Cosmopolitan Tower #402

San José

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a patio, Cozy apartment with terrace, SJ Cosmopolitan Tower #402 is set in San José.

K
Keira
From
Australia
Beautifully decorated apartment, spotlessly clean, amenities in the building are amazing and location is super convenient. This place exceeded my expectations. Hannia is very responsive to questions as well!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
US$99.75
1 night, 2 adults

Eco Stay Hostel

San José

Situated in San José, 4.7 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Eco Stay Hostel features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

m
monica chackal
From
Canada
Owner is incredibly kind/helpful. Spacious dorms with lockers and curtains. Feels very safe. Well equipped kitchen. Great place to get decent sleep before a flight since it's more quiet. Also great breakfast included! They catered to my gluten intolerance also!! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José

Set in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, NATIVUS Art-Hostel offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

G
Gemma
From
Australia
A beautiful hostel, feels more like a boutique hotel. Or a home away from home. Everything is so pretty and sparkling clean. Delicious breakfast. Great location. And the host and staff are absolutely lovely, they really look after you. Could not recommend this place more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
Price from
US$54.15
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Mayela Guest House

San José

Situated in San José and within 4.3 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Casa Mayela Guest House has a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

J
Josephine
From
United Kingdom
Beautiful property. The Costa Rican copy of a Victorian house. Very comfortable bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Kibi Kibi

San José

Located just 10 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Kibi Kibi provides accommodation in San José with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.

S
Sophie
From
Germany
Very lovely and caring host who loves to give advise for the holiday. Super friendly. Location close to supermarkets. Great experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Apartotel Obelisco San José Aeropuerto

San José

Set just 39 km from Poas National Park, Apartotel Obelisco San José Aeropuerto features accommodation in San José with access to a fitness centre, a garden, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

J
Juan Francisco Morales Arteaga
From
Slovenia
It is an amazing place with really friendly people, I highly recommend to stay there. I'm looking forward to come back soon.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Price from
US$95
1 night, 2 adults

Apartotel Don Francisco

Hotel in San José

Apartotel Don Francisco is located in San José, within 49 km of Poas National Park and 8.2 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

J
Janet
From
Canada
Good location for us, and good value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
Price from
US$57.82
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in San José and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Located 49 km from Poas National Park, 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, #5 Apartaestudio la capital provides accommodation set in San José.

From US$80.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Apartaestudios La capital is set in San José. It is located 49 km from Poas National Park and provides full-day security.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

Located 3.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 7.9 km from Parque Diversiones, Apartaestudio la capital provides accommodation situated in San José.

From US$93.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Located in San José, 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, APARTAMENTO LA CAPITAL offers air conditioning.

From US$118.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Apartaestudios La capital offers air conditioning.

From US$80.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Set in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Apartaestudios La capital offers air conditioning.

From US$87.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Featuring garden views, Lolas Hostal Hab. Doble (baño privado) offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a patio, around 3.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan...

From US$56.50 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews

Offering inner courtyard views, 935 Lodge San José is an accommodation set in San José, 4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 5.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

From US$62.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,278 reviews

Hotel Maragato is located in San José's town centre and features an on-site restaurant, Free WiFi access and a tour desk.

From US$56.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,817 reviews

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, Urban Green Hotel & Suites features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a casino.

From US$179.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,134 reviews

Set in San José, 250 metres from National Theatre of Costa Rica, Hotel Cultura Plaza features a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$120.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 633 reviews

Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center is located in the heart of San José and 100 metres from Costa Rica’s National Theatre and Plaza de la Cultura.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 849 reviews

Situated in San José, 50 km from Poas National Park, Hostel Shakti features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews

Located in San José, San Jose Downtown Suites is a recently renovated accommodation, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

From US$56.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 995 reviews

Located just 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Hotel Trianon features accommodation in San José with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a housekeeping service.

From US$45.20 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,195 reviews

Offering a casino, gym and free WiFi zone, this modern Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas is situated opposite España Park and the Modern Art Museum.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 759 reviews

Set in the traditional Barrio Amon neighbourhood of San Jose, Hotel Santo Tomas offers an outdoor pool and hot tub, surrounded by colourful flowers all year round.

From US$114.86 per night

Hotel Majestad

San José
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Situated in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 49 km, Hotel Majestad features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$169.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,852 reviews

This property is located only 500 metres from Parque Metropolitano La Sabana Park in central San José. It offers an outdoor pool, hot tub, and a fitness centre.

From US$122.04 per night

Hotel Castillo

San José
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Hotel Castillo is located in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park.

From US$219.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, Taormina Hotel y Casino features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a spa and wellness centre.

From US$137.30 per night

Otoya 1907 Hotel

San José
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 943 reviews

Located in San José, within 50 km of Poas National Park and 3.9 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Otoya 1907 Hotel provides accommodation with a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 544 reviews

Situated in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park, Casa Aldea Hotel Bed & Breakfast features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$49.14 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,726 reviews
Me and my husband stay here everytime we come to San Jose . We have stayed here probably 10 times ( we live in Costa Rica and come to San Jose for shopping for our business ) I LOVE this hotel. It is clean, good location, private parking , and an incredible deal for the price you pay. I 10000000% recommend this hotel! I will never stay anywhere else when coming to San Jose . I always ask for a certain floor to stay on and they accommodate me everytime . We have a future booking reserved for next month already! See you soon
Guest review by
Ashley
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$179.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,817 reviews
Location was ideal for us. The breakfast here was the best meal of our whole trip and the restaurant staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating.
Guest review by
Olivia
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Very modern and nicely decorated. Rooftop pool was lovely. Easy check-in. Ideal location
Guest review by
Sara
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$179.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,817 reviews
The location is brilliant the room was very spacious and it was spotless . The breakfast was lovely and substantial. All the other staff we encountered were extremely helpful and friendly.
Guest review by
Jacqueline
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Beautifully decorated apartment, spotlessly clean, amenities in the building are amazing and location is super convenient. This place exceeded my expectations. Hannia is very responsive to questions as well!
Guest review by
Keira
Family with young children