Pavas Travel Guide
San José
Things to do
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
฿3,252
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
฿2,825
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
฿1,817
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
฿977
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line: Rescate Wildlife Rescue Centre General Admission Ticket
฿1,150
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
฿1,150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Pavas
Jungla Urbana BnB - Adults Only
50 metros oeste de Iglesia Loretto San José San José
The price is ฿1,063 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿1,063
฿1,201 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions National Stadium of Costa Rica and Multiplaza Mall ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (188 reviews)
"I was very pleasantly surprised by my room with a balcony, smart TV, and private bath! Breakfast is toast, fruit, and coffee. Staff were friendly, and I had a quick chat with the owner on my way out who was also super friendly!"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Hotel Casa Roland San José
At the end of Rohrmoser Boulevard San José San Jose
The price is ฿2,421 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿2,421
฿2,736 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (977 reviews)
"El personal fue muy amable todo el tiempo."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Casa Lima Bed & Breakfast
From the Humbolt School 175 north San José San Jose
Fully refundable
The price is ฿1,479 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿1,479
฿1,671 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (427 reviews)
"Siempre nos ayudan con la habitacion qué requerimos"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026
Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY
Blvd Rohrmoser, NW Corner of Triangle San José San Jose
The price is ฿2,526 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
฿2,526
฿2,854 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National Stadium ...
8.4/10 Very good! (443 reviews)
"First of all, remember this is no longer a gay hotel. It is now “straight-friendly”, but it seems this change is handled quietly. Things you would expect such as bottle water in the room, water glasses for prescriptions in your room, shower soap are not found. Breakfast is not available until 8 am ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Isla Verde Hotel
200 Oeste de la Embajada Americana San José San Jose
The price is ฿3,044 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
฿3,044
฿3,440 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (648 reviews)
"Very attractive hotel with helpful, friendly staff. Stayed here because of its proximity to the US Embassy. Breakfast was good, and the simple dinner I ate in the restaurant was tasty. Room was spacious , clean and well-appointed. Appreciated the minifridge and coffee setup."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is ฿4,076 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
฿4,076
฿4,606 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,564 reviews)
"Lady at the front desk was rude and unhelpful when we asked for a roll out bed. Initially she said there was no room, however after it was clear there was plenty of room she said it was political. She said she would talk to her manager, however it was obvious she didn’t and didn’t care."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Pavas
Find the best Pavas areas for the activities you enjoy most.
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton
La Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Ciudad Cariari
Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.
