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Where to stay in San JosƩ

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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 Center of Art and Culture.

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San JosƩ Hotel Deals

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SARĀ 367 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
SARĀ 367
SARĀ 415 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,533 reviews)
"100% percent very good"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SARĀ 384 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
SARĀ 384
SARĀ 434 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,886 reviews)
"Everything was superb! The hotel was extremely clean, great customer service and food was delicious."

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

5 out of 5
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La AsunciĆ³n
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SARĀ 478 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
SARĀ 478
SARĀ 540 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Dated property near the airport. Had a suite with two bedrooms and a main room. Main room was sparsely furnished and the furniture did not match. Breakfast was okay, bed was comfortable. Wish I would have booked the newer Homewood Suites next door."

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
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Stay near popular San JosƩ attractions

Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana

National Stadium of Costa Rica

8.8/5 (1,847 reviews)
Costa Rica's premier sporting venue sits majestically in La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Experience the nation's passion for football during a match or enjoy concerts in this modern 2011 stadium.
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Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to San JosƩ that have flexible change policies?
It's quick and easy with Expedia. First, enter your travel dates and press "Search." Step 2: Check "No change fee" below the "Flexible change policies" subheading to the left of the screen. Step 3. Grab your flexible and cheap flight to San JosƩ.
Which airlines fly to San JosƩ?
With a good selection of airlines flying into or near San JosƩ, you're not short on choice:

  • American Airlines - 182 flights to or near San JosĆ© each month, including 182 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.
  • Spirit Airlines - 152 flights to or near San JosĆ© each month, including 152 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.
  • United Airlines - 130 flights to or near San JosĆ© each month, including 130 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to San JosƩ?
To pick up an awesome deal to San JosƩ, book well ahead. Also take advantage of Expedia's handy "flexible dates" link at the top of your search results. This will show you the cheapest prices for similar time frames. In the last seven days, was the lowest price for a flight to San JosƩ.
How much is a flight to San JosƩ?
In the last seven days, round-trip airfares to San JosƩ sold for as little as and reached a maximum price of . For one-way fares taking off from (), the lowest price during this same period was .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in San JosƩ?
Jet into Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and enjoy everything that San JosƩ has to offer. As the region's primary entry point, approximately 612 flights land here every month.
When is the cheapest time to fly to San JosƩ?
If you'd prefer to spend your money enjoying San JosƩ rather than on your trip there, jet off earlier in the week. The most economical day to fly is normally Tuesday, followed by Monday. With many people traveling over the weekend, Saturday tends to have the most expensive ticket prices.
How much is a plane ticket to San JosƩ?
In the last seven days, tickets varied between and . Browse through our amazing deals to San JosƩ, pick your favorite and then start packing!
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to San JosƩ?
February is the best month to reserve a seat for your San JosƩ break. Tickets cost the most during the month of December, so keep clear of this time if possible.
How long is a flight to San JosƩ?
Your flight time will all depend on your point of origin. This list of popular routes to San JosƩ will give you some idea of what to expect:

  • Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 3 hours and 38 minutes
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 3 hours and 11 minutes
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 2 hours and 56 minutes

What are the best things to do in San JosƩ?

  • Begin your San JosĆ© getaway in the bustling city of Alajuela. There's tons to keep you busy here, from impressive attractions like City Mall to great food, arts, nightlife and more.
  • Alajuela has a tropical monsoon climate. But before you set off, research what the weather will be up to during your visit. Hot, cold, wet or dry, it always pays to be ready for anything!
  • Be sure to make Heredia the next place you go. It's 11 kilometers to the east of Alajuela and the home of Iglesia de la Inmaculada ConcepciĆ³n, one of the city's top tourist sights.