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 Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater 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.
La Sabana
If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Barceló San José
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose
The price is SAR 240 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
SAR 240
SAR 271 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,640 reviews)
"This is my second trip to Costa Rica. The Barcelo has been excellent in my opinion. The grounds are beautiful."
Reviewed on 15 July 2025
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 414 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
SAR 414
SAR 468 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,294 reviews)
"Very nice with pleasant accommodations and people"
Reviewed on 16 July 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa, Heredia
The price is SAR 339 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
SAR 339
SAR 383 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,546 reviews)
"I received fast and friendly service from a very welcoming staff. The room was spacious and the bed was extremely comfortable and cozy. This made my stay very relaxing and enjoyable."
Reviewed on 18 July 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
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (887 reviews)
I’ll be back!
"I love this hotel and have been staying here for years. Lovely friendly staff, spacious rooms, delightful pool, wonderful breakfasts. (Ryan is a terrific host and server!)"
Reviewed on 18 July 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! (198 reviews)
"Clean property with well working ac in the residential part of San Jose. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 13 July 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! (849 reviews)
"The property is very nice, comfortable and 24 hr gate security. No one can and will get past the entry gate if you are not a guest. Very quiet, clean and AC worked wonderfully 💯. The water went out a few times but this comes with the country happenings .. Staff very nice and helpful. You will need ..."
Reviewed on 6 July 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 fascinating museums 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.
Hacienda Alsacia
Enjoy an outing to Hacienda Alsacia during your stay in San Isidro.
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
- Sabana Park
- Multiplaza Mall Escazu
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
- Central Park
- Costa Rica Convention Center
- Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
- Parque Viva
- Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu
- National Museum of Costa Rica
- Momentum Lindora Shopping Center
- National Theater
- Morazan Park
- Museum of Costa Rican Art
- Plaza Real Cariari
- San Pedro Mall
- Hacienda Alsacia
- Hospital Cima San José
- University of Costa Rica
- Mercado Central
- Estadio Nacional
- City Mall
- Ojo de Agua Spa Park
- Juan Santamaría Park
- Clinica Biblica Hospital
- Plaza de la Cultura
- National Park
- San Jose Cathedral
- Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
- Alajuela Cathedral
- Multiplaza del Este Mall
- Melia Cariari Golf Course