5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Beautiful, friendly city. I could totally live there.
San José
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Where to stay in San José
La California
4/5(25 area reviews)
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 National Theater.
Barrio Escalante
5/5(2 area reviews)
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.
Hospital
4/5(67 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Chirripo National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.
Mata Redonda
If you're spending some time in Mata Redonda, National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional are top sights worth seeing.
Pavas
While there might not be top attractions in Pavas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Amusement Park San Jose.
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Calle Central y Tercera Av. 15, Calle Blancos, San Francisco, San Jose
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 453 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
AED 453
AED 512 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel, its staff and bar meals were good what was disappointing was the traffic noise and very limited local restaurants/supermarkets and its general location…."
Reviewed on 25 March 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is AED 340 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
AED 340
AED 385 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,208 reviews)
"Pool was nice. Great staff."
Reviewed on 24 March 2025
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Autopista General Canas, 3 Miles South of Intl Airport, La Asunción, Heredia
The price is AED 364 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
AED 364
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,638 reviews)
"There standard room is terrible only worth it to stay in there VIP rooms"
Reviewed on 23 March 2025
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.
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
East side of Costa Rica Country Club, San Rafael, San Rafael
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! (832 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here many times, the experience is always excellent. The staff is very professional and accommodating. Especially at the breakfast buffet, they are Muy bien! The property is in a very safe area of San Jose, Escazu. There’s two pools and a fully equipped exercise room. I highly recommend ..."
Reviewed on 15 March 2025
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
San José, Barrio Escalante., San José, San José
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (169 reviews)
"The ONLY thing that I needed was more wash cloths. Everything else was great. Comfy bed, kitchenette, and spacious enough. Great views."
Reviewed on 3 March 2025
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
South-west of Peace Park, Suroeste del Parque de la Paz, San José, San Jose
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (813 reviews)
"Good location, good cost/benefit"
Reviewed on 16 March 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Central Park
4/5(115 reviews)
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.
Parque Viva
4/5(3 reviews)
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
National Museum of Costa Rica
4.5/5(148 reviews)
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.
National Theater
4.5/5(313 reviews)
You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Morazan Park
4/5(153 reviews)
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Mercado Central
4/5(104 reviews)
During your trip to San José, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours.
Reviews of San José
4
Top Destination
2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveler
The place has little charm and horrible traffic, but there is a much better chance you can find what you're looking for (from a consumer perspective) than in any other part of the country, IF you know where to look
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
safe,. very friendly people, many english speakers and helpful with my spanish, good mix of stores and especially great food, good prices. great park for walking. no major freakouts re; corona virus.great dental work@ 1/3 u.s. price!! dr bonilla.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
is a city like many others good with bad
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
A generally shabby, very noisy town with precious few architectural attractions blessed by extremely friendly people, at least if one speaks Spanish, its 1,100-metre altitude and mountain surroundings (although these are, sadly, all-but-denuded).
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
the city itself was not that great. we went to other areas away from San Jose.
Other places like San José
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- Sabana Park
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Central Park
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu
- Parque Viva
- San Pedro Mall
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- National Theater
- City Mall
- Morazan Park
- Museum of Costa Rican Art
- Plaza Real Cariari
- University of Costa Rica
- Mercado Central
- Hospital Cima San José
- Parque La Sabana
- Estadio Nacional
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- San Jose Cathedral
- Plaza de la Cultura
- Ojo de Agua Spa Park
- Alajuela Cathedral
- Juan Santamaría Park
- Doka Estate
- National Park
- Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
- Cafe Britt Coffee Farm