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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

1. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
3.9 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,161 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is ฿3,962
฿4,477 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

2. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
4.3 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel, we have stayed there many times."
United States
Richard
The price is ฿3,847
฿4,347 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

3. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
5.6 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,709 reviews)
"Great spot to stay. So close to airport with free shuttle."
United States
Rachelle
The price is ฿4,163
฿4,704 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

4. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
5.6 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,763 reviews)
"Convenient to the airport and great place to stay. Great breakfast too!"
United States
John Ross
The price is ฿3,851
฿4,351 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
10.8 km from San José
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,481 reviews)
"Property was very nice, with clean rooms, friendly staff and good breakfast options. Close proximity to the airport as well. Overall a very good hotel"
Canada
Shaharyar
The price is ฿2,984
฿3,372 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

6. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
8.3 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful staff, good location and parking. Excellent breakfast."
Canada
Phil
The price is ฿3,310
฿3,741 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

7. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
8.3 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, well kept and located!!"
United States
KRISTIAN
The price is ฿5,371
฿6,069 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
A modern lobby with a high ceiling, geometric light fixtures, and contemporary furniture.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
3.5 star property
10.5 km from San José
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great location and very clean and great breakfast with local flair"
United States
Ronald
The price is ฿4,163
฿4,704 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a black armchair, and a vase of flowers.

9. Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn
3.5 star property
6.8 km from San José
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (894 reviews)
"Great rooms, great breakfast, close to the airport, and safe parking. We had everything we needed!"
United States
Richard
The price is ฿2,627
฿2,968 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Berlor Airport Inn
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a colorful mural, a seating area, and lush green plants.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
5.0 star property
10.4 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great Staff and food!"
United States
Rasool
The price is ฿3,761
฿4,250 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
13.9 km from San José
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (802 reviews)
"Excellent staff, breakfast and location."
United States
DEVANAND VISHNU
The price is ฿4,972
฿5,618 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
A swimming pool with wooden loungers and a view of a modern building with a brick facade.

12. BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana

BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana
3.5 star property
11.8 km from San José
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Everything was great about this place."
United States
Gregory
The price is ฿3,618
฿4,851 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
BEE Suites San José - Santa Ana
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.

13. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
4.5 star property
13.6 km from San José
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (515 reviews)
"The wonderful smell in the entire hotel, love it! Clean rooms, service was excellent"
United States
Melissa
The price is ฿4,383
฿4,952 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.

14. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
8.7 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (381 reviews)
"Nice location, not too far from the airport. There were a lot of restaurants across the street. I love that breakfast was included. The staff were very helpful in the rooms were very clean and organized."
United States
Anessa
The price is ฿3,310
฿3,741 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
A multi-level atrium with a view of a pool and greenery.

15. InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG
5.0 star property
12.5 km from San José
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (811 reviews)
"Excellent service"
United States
Stephen
The price is ฿7,837
฿9,237 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

16. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
4.0 star property
17 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,175 reviews)
"Spent a couple of nights here. Hotel has lovely grounds and breakfast was good. We had use of the level lounge which was a great bonus."
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is ฿3,049
฿3,445 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Barceló San José
A swimming pool with a stone deck, surrounded by trees and a building with a stone facade.

17. Adventure Inn

Adventure Inn
3.5 star property
11.2 km from San José
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (792 reviews)
"Just stayed one night, but the beds were so comfortable and the room was so clean! Restaurant food was also delicious."
United States
Anthony
The price is ฿4,237
฿5,551 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Adventure Inn
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

18. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
3.5 star property
17 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (867 reviews)
"Perfect location. Friendly staff"
United States
Igor
The price is ฿3,991
฿4,510 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
An outdoor bar area with seating and a view of a modern building.

19. AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
14 km from San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Nice property on a premium location"
United States
Felipe
The price is ฿4,565
฿5,159 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
A clear pool with a stone edge, a white building with balconies, and a staircase leading to the upper floors.

20. Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana
3.5 star property
11.2 km from San José
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hotel for a good value"
United States
Shannon
The price is ฿3,040
฿3,435 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Luisiana
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Top San José Hotel Reviews

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent service"
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

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