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Top 10 San Rafael hotels and places to stay

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Terrace/patio

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (167)
"Breakfast was great! The small garden was beautiful. The best part was the friendly helpful staff! "
The price is ฿1,738
฿1,964 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Terrace/patio

Costa Rica Guesthouse

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (589)
"Laid back place. Nice people. Safe location close to many good places."
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Restaurant

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2313)
"Close to the airport and a great place for families or large groups. "
The price is ฿3,765
฿4,255 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
Reception

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Old school hotel and Steakhouse not far from SJO"
The price is ฿3,845
฿4,345 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
Brillasol Airport Hotel
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | View from room

Brillasol Airport Hotel

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (636)
"Stayed for one short night right before my flight breakfast was great. It was nice to hang out by the pool and the pool table where they had little board games and stuff like that - staff was very friendly and helpful. The shuttle got me to the airport on time I would stay again"
The price is ฿2,609
฿3,496 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Brillasol Airport Hotel
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
Free daily continental breakfast

Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (198)
"Great cozy sray near airport. Lively garden, good breakfast. Chill peaceful vibes. Good bird and butterfly watching.. nice spot to watch planes from too. Occasionally plans "
The price is ฿2,309
฿2,609 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
Isla Verde Hotel
Interior

Isla Verde Hotel

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (581)
"Great place to stay for a rest before moving to other areas "
Isla Verde Hotel
Hotel Casa 69
Free daily continental breakfast

Hotel Casa 69

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (268)
"Wonderful hotel! Wonderful staff and very clean. Would definitely stay here again! "
The price is ฿1,777
฿2,008 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hotel Casa 69
Villa San Ignacio
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Villa San Ignacio

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (691)
"Very good hotel. Good staff. Restaurant very good. Nice garden area."
The price is ฿2,066
฿2,334 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Villa San Ignacio
Hotel Monte Campana Heredia
3 outdoor pools

Hotel Monte Campana Heredia

3.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (282)
"Great place"
Hotel Monte Campana Heredia
Poas Volcano Lodge
Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View (Quetzal) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, travel cot, rollaway beds

Poas Volcano Lodge

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (487)
"This is a unique place for relaxation and time to connect with the earth. Great trail walks and amazing views. "
Poas Volcano Lodge
Hotel La Rosa de America
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel La Rosa de America

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (419)
"It’s an ok place. We stayed here because it was close to the airport on our arrival night and the night before departure. We mainly chose it because it had a “family suite” for 6 people. "
Hotel La Rosa de America
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Terrace/patio

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

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2658)
"Lovely place to stay! We would stay there again!"
The price is ฿2,973
฿3,359 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
La Riviera Hotel B&B
Sun deck

La Riviera Hotel B&B

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Good location with free airport shuttle and breakfast."
The price is ฿2,996
฿3,385 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
La Riviera Hotel B&B
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
Garden

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (552)
"It was a nice place the host was very nice."
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
Hotel Casa Roland San José
TV

Hotel Casa Roland San José

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (838)
"Great place to stay"
The price is ฿2,329
฿2,632 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hotel Casa Roland San José
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Courtyard

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (442)
"Staff was extremely helpful when we were having trouble locating the hotel and gave excellent recommendations for places to stop and visit on our way to Fortuna! Delicious breakfast and clean rooms "
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Bar (on property)

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1284)
"It’s a great place to stay before a flight "
The price is ฿3,815
฿4,311 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (663)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is ฿1,551
฿1,753 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel Casa Antigua
Outdoor dining

Hotel Casa Antigua

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (357)
"This is a unique hotel with the character of a classic villa, not like the dull all-the-same modern hotels. Our host personally showed us to our room. I would've liked it if my schedule had allowed more time to check it out."
The price is ฿2,301
฿2,600 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hotel Casa Antigua
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Learn more about San Rafael

Colourful colonial architecture frames San Rafael's central plaza where locals gather for weekend markets and traditional music. Nearby Poás Volcano National Park offers misty hiking trails with views of its striking turquoise crater lake.

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Hotel 1492

Hotel 1492

31-33 1st Ave #2983, Barrio Escalante, 300 m east of Cine Magaly parking, San José, San Jose
The price is ฿1,512 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿1,512
฿1,709 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in San Rafael?

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Two other options for your stay in the area are Barceló San José and Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Rafael.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Rafael, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.

What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in San Rafael?

Apartotel La Cañada is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Rafael.

What are some hotels with pools in San Rafael?

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is a top hotel with an outdoor pool, free WiFi and free self-parking. View all hotels with pools in San Rafael.

How is it to stay in San Rafael?

Those travelling to San Rafael will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In San Rafael, there are 12 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about San Rafael.

What is there to see in San Rafael?

A favourite place to visit is Ojo de Agua Spa Park. You'll also find Parque Viva and Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Rafael guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in San Rafael?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 958 mm of rainfall.