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Our top choices for Plaza de la Cultura hotels

Restaurant

Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
0.6 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"The staff here are fantastic, always happy to help and make your stay enjoyable. Good food in the kitchen downstairs, as well as events hosted during the evenings. 10/10 would recommend!!!"
Canada
Ethan
The price is ฿1,762
฿1,991 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Viajero San José Hostel
The Apex | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral, 0.2 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"It was wonderful all around, the friendly staff made the beautiful hotel even better!"
United States
Whitney
The price is ฿3,362
฿3,799 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hotel Presidente
Restaurant

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Catedral, < 0.1 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (824 reviews)
"Staff were extremely helpful in planning day trips from the hotel."
United States
Michael
The price is ฿4,193
฿4,738 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Games room

Eco Stay CR

Eco Stay CR
2.5 star property
Catedral, 1.3 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Shuttle services from airport is huge bonus, good price point, very friendly staff, amazing breakfast"
Canada
Eassa
The price is ฿1,483
฿1,676 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Eco Stay CR
Coffee service

Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California, 1.1 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"Property is very cute, comfy bed, and extremely helpful and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Alina
The price is ฿1,912
฿2,160 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Hotel Casa 69
Free daily buffet breakfast

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.3 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast and Restaurant were great. Room was clean and staff were amazing."
Canada
Arash
The price is ฿3,708
฿4,190 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Rooftop terrace

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
3.5 star property
Barrio Escalante, 1.6 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (255 reviews)
"I had a great stay"
United States
Christloudjy
The price is ฿2,269
฿3,309 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante
Restaurant

Otoya1907 Hotel

Otoya1907 Hotel
2.0 star property
0.7 km from Plaza de la Cultura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"Great location. Great price point. Hotel in reasonably good condition. Recommended. "
United States
Fernando
The price is ฿1,001
฿1,131 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Otoya1907 Hotel
Waterslide

Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.4 km from Plaza de la Cultura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"great stay!"
Canada
Paul
The price is ฿2,381
฿2,690 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hotel Santo Tomás
Reception

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza
3.0 star property
Carmen, < 0.1 km from Plaza de la Cultura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (520 reviews)
"Nice hotel, near shopping, dining, and museums. Friendly helpful staff. I would stay again."
United States
Cord
The price is ฿2,434
฿2,751 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Restaurant

The Victorian Hotel CR

The Victorian Hotel CR
2.5 star property
San Bosco, 1.7 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (39 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. Convenient location Charming historic building "
United States
Kathy
The price is ฿2,584
฿2,920 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
The Victorian Hotel CR
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hotel Grano de Oro

Hotel Grano de Oro
4.0 star property
San Bosco, 1.7 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel, I highly recommend."
United States
Cecilia
The price is ฿5,587
฿6,313 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Hotel Grano de Oro
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4.0 star property
1.1 km from Plaza de la Cultura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,299 reviews)
"It’s a good hotel close to everything by a short uber drive. Great bkfast but rooms need bit of an upgrade."
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿3,955
฿4,469 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
0.7 km from Plaza de la Cultura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (417 reviews)
"Sportsmans lodge is my nee home away from home. Great place to stay!!!"
United States
Joshua
The price is ฿2,192
฿2,477 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Snack bar

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Amón, 0.6 km from Plaza de la Cultura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (962 reviews)
"excellent place to stay!"
United States
Patrick H
The price is ฿3,934
฿5,749 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Front of property

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen, 0.2 km from Plaza de la Cultura
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (570 reviews)
"The hotel is amazing good and the staff "
United States
Carlos
The price is ฿2,235
฿2,525 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Front of property

Apartotel Tairona

Apartotel Tairona
3.0 star property
2.3 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (144 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean rooms, good location "
United States
Miguel
The price is ฿2,388
฿2,698 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Apartotel Tairona
Lobby

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
3.5 star property
San Bosco, 1.7 km from Plaza de la Cultura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, good breakfast"
Canada
Jennifer
The price is ฿3,626
฿4,097 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
Garden

Casa Jardin Del Mango

Casa Jardin Del Mango
2.5 star property
La Sabana, 3.2 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (150 reviews)
"Great place with beautiful gardens. the staff was very helpful. I had a nice room right off the garden. i would definitely recommend staying there."
United States
June
The price is ฿1,944
฿2,197 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Casa Jardin Del Mango
Garden

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
3.5 star property
La Sabana, 2.9 km from Plaza de la Cultura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (763 reviews)
"Second stay here great place excellent breakfast"
United States
Leeh
The price is ฿2,658
฿3,003 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
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Compare popular hotels close to Plaza de la Cultura

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Restaurant
Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
40 reviews
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The Apex | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished
Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Restaurant
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
824 reviews
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Games room
Eco Stay CR
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
34 reviews
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Coffee service
Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
318 reviews
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Top Plaza de la Cultura Hotel Reviews

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Very great location in Downtown area!"
Qianwen 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Hotels near other Plaza de la Cultura attractions

Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica

National Theater of Costa Rica

9.0/5 (1,207 reviews)
You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Plaza de la Cultura?
Plaza de la Cultura is located in a vibrant area of San José known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 186 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Plaza de la Cultura?
Adjacent to Plaza de la Cultura, Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Presidente and Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica.
How many hotels will I find close to Plaza de la Cultura?
Expedia has 186 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Plaza de la Cultura.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Plaza de la Cultura, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Plaza de la Cultura.
What can I see and do near Plaza de la Cultura?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica, Museum of Costa Rican Art or Pre-Colombian Gold Museum. You can enjoy live performances at National Theater of Costa Rica and Melico Salazar Theatre. Spend some time wandering around Morazan Park, Central Park and National Park.
How can I get to Plaza de la Cultura?
If you're taking a train into town, San Jose Viquez Square Station and San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station are the closest stops to Catedral. There might not be many public transport choices near to Plaza de la Cultura so consider renting a car to see more of the area.