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Apartment Alba 1 | Mountain view
Biofilia Monteverde

Biofilia Monteverde

Biofilia Monteverde
4.5 star property
Monteverde
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Best spot we've stayed at in Costa Rica! The apartment is super modern, great amenities like Hot Tub, fully stacked kitchen, balcony and a great mattress. Christina and Jesse are awesome, super attentive and professional. Location is great too right on the wildlife refuge. Will be back for sure! "
United States
Maks
The price is ฿3,971
฿4,487 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Biofilia Monteverde
Fridge, microwave
Yerbabuena Lodge

Yerbabuena Lodge

Yerbabuena Lodge
2.0 star property
Monteverde
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Le personnel est au petit soin, l’endroit est incroyablement beau, la chambre aussi! Le wifi n’est pas super fonctionnel jusqu’à la chambre où j’étais mais sinon tout est top Proche du parc national, bien placé "
Switzerland
Romain
Yerbabuena Lodge
Exterior
Casa Donna Rosa B&B

Casa Donna Rosa B&B

Casa Donna Rosa B&B
3.0 star property
Arenal
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (85)
"The place was absolutely beautiful and very comfortable! "
United States
Julie
Casa Donna Rosa B&B
Deluxe Suite, Lake View (Sun Suite) | Terrace/patio
Lucky Bug B & B

Lucky Bug B & B

Lucky Bug B & B
3.0 star property
Arenal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"Comfortable room, great hosts and great food!"
United States
Jenelle
The price is ฿2,707
฿3,059 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Lucky Bug B & B
Exterior
Macas Moon Glamping

Macas Moon Glamping

Macas Moon Glamping
2.0 star property
Sierra
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Great experience. Was a wonderful stay and beds are very comfortable. "
United States
Heidi
The price is ฿5,586
฿6,313 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Macas Moon Glamping
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
La Mansion Inn Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal
3.5 star property
Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (581)
"Wonderful stay. Very nice team and they even had staff to show us our suite. We stayed one night and did the fishing tour in the morning. Gorgeous view right outside our porch with nice wild life and fauna. They have breakfast included in the morning with choice of how to cook the eggs. If ever in this area, we would love to stay here again. "
Canada
Clara
The price is ฿4,469
฿5,050 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
La Mansion Inn Arenal
Property grounds
Hotel Laguna Arenal

Hotel Laguna Arenal

Hotel Laguna Arenal
3.0 star property
Arenal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (152)
"Very relaxing location! Excellent service!"
United States
Michael
The price is ฿6,380
฿7,209 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Laguna Arenal
Comfort Apartment, Balcony, Mountain View | Living area
Casa Curré Monteverde

Casa Curré Monteverde

Casa Curré Monteverde
3.0 star property
Sierra
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Very clean and well equipped property. Highly recommend it. Good view of sunset from the first floor balcony, beautiful surrounding for walks. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The host is very responsive and helpful, always available for any questions."
United States
Manisha
The price is ฿5,034
฿5,688 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Casa Curré Monteverde
Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Yaloco House Monteverde

Yaloco House Monteverde

Yaloco House Monteverde
3.5 star property
Sierra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9)
" Owner are very nice and helpful. Beautiful view nice and clean place. Very friendly calm place."
United States
Muhammad
The price is ฿6,313
฿7,754 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Yaloco House Monteverde
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool loungers
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
3.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Wonderful place to visit! "
United States
Philip
The price is ฿7,147
฿8,076 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
Outdoor pool
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great suite, location, breakfast, parking, excellent service, will repeat for sure"
United States
Pablo
The price is ฿20,197
฿22,823 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Reception
Hacienda La Pacífica Eco-Lodge

Hacienda La Pacífica Eco-Lodge

Hacienda La Pacífica Eco-Lodge
3.0 star property
Cañas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (356)
"All was good "
Canada
Ken
The price is ฿4,221
฿4,769 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hacienda La Pacífica Eco-Lodge
Exterior
Hotel Mystica

Hotel Mystica

Hotel Mystica
3.0 star property
Santa Rosa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (108)
"Very nice retreat, good stop Om way to monteverde"
United States
rahul
Hotel Mystica
Free daily full breakfast
Sangregado Lodge

Sangregado Lodge

Sangregado Lodge
4.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (175)
"Our stay was super nice, clean, and very peaceful! "
United States
Brandon
The price is ฿6,211
฿7,018 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Sangregado Lodge
House Economy - Shared Bathroom - Private Room | In-room safe, bed sheets
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (921)
"Clean facility with beautiful view, hiking trails, and and other entertaining contents. The food in the restaurant is just average but well overpriced."
United States
Miroslav
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Outdoor pool
Nepenthe B&B

Nepenthe B&B

Nepenthe B&B
2.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (110)
"I was super disappointed when we arrived to find out the hot tub was not working. The reason I booked this place was for the hot tub....... We stayed 2 nights and it was not as I had hoped."
Canada
Kim
The price is ฿3,538
฿3,998 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Nepenthe B&B
Outdoor pool
Hotel Linda Vista

Hotel Linda Vista

Hotel Linda Vista
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (843)
"The area is beautiful. "
Canada
barrie
The price is ฿2,716
฿3,069 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hotel Linda Vista
Exterior
Arenal Garden Lodge

Arenal Garden Lodge

Arenal Garden Lodge
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72)
"This hotel was a long way from La Fortuna, but worth it for the great views!"
United States
Mary Jane
The price is ฿3,247
฿3,669 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Arenal Garden Lodge
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
3.0 star property
Santa Rosa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (195)
"Seen so much wildlife here! A spectacular view of the lake! This is a hidden Gem! Will be back!"
United States
Tasha
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views
Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great State. Amazing views and kind staff!!!"
United States
YANEISY
The price is ฿5,341
฿6,036 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Arenal Lodge
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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Hotel Linda Vista

Hotel Linda Vista

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful place to stay. Quiet and with an amazing pool/hot tub and long gorgeous views of the lake and volcano. It is a about 30 minutes from Fortuna so you will do a lot of driving."
Thomas 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Linda Vista

More cheap stays in San José

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

San Luis, Rancho de Lelo Monteverde Puntarenas
The price is ฿1,607 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
฿1,607
฿1,816 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (304 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in San José?
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa, located 16 mi (25.8 km) from the heart of San José, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails and Hotel Arenal Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San José.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that San José has to offer?
Green Forest Vacations Homes: This holiday home rental outside of San José offers an indoor pool, a balcony and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a stovetop, a microwave and an electric kettle. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in San José.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San José, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San José.
What is staying in San José like?
Travellers to San José will find plenty to explore and enjoy. A top sight in the area is Arenal Volcano National Park. There are 608 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about San José.
What are the top places to visit in San José?
Arenal Volcano National Park is a notable place to visit in the area. You'll also find El Tigre Waterfalls and Lake Arenal in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San José guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in San José?
The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in San José are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 482 mm of rainfall.