Skip to main content
In partnership with

The 10 Best Hotel Rooms in San José, Costa Rica

Check out our selection of great rooms in San José

Filter by:


Review Score

Wonderful: 9+ Very Good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+
Our top picks Lowest Price First Star rating and price Top reviewed

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.

The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with pool views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the inner courtyard views. This apartment is non-smoking and soundproof.

This was the last stay in our trip and we can sure say that it was THE BEST! We liked everything, new apartment, pool, the view from the roof, superb bed, nice smelling shower gel, quiet neiborhood, 10 out of 10!

Show more Show less
9.7
Exceptional
132 reviews
Price from
$98
per night

Located just 5.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, BEE Suites Escalante offers accommodation in San José with access to a fitness centre, a shared lounge, as well as a lift. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The apartment also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Location Confort Attention Internet

Show more Show less
9.3
Wonderful
993 reviews
Price from
$76.91
per night

Set in San José, the recently renovated 935 Lodge San José offers accommodation 50 km from Poas National Park and 4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. The property features garden and city views, and is 5.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Lovely place!! We booked the 101 Apartment for 1 night and everything was great. The building is very well maintained and beautiful, check-in instructions clear (self-check-in) and we also met the host for payment who was super nice. The location is near a bigger street with lots of kiosks and restaurants. Bed is very comfortable and the hot water shower was functioning well. The 101 apartment has a small kitchen corner with a sink, wine glasses etc but no cooking area so be aware of that (other apartments might have it though). I would definitely stay here again as it was a place we felt very comfortable in in San Jose.

Show more Show less
9
Wonderful
341 reviews
Price from
$47.25
per night

This apartment has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking.

Best place ever...Love it and I recommend 100%❤️❤️❤️

Show more Show less
9.2
Wonderful
182 reviews
Price from
$56
per night

Situated in San José, 4.7 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Eco Stay Hostel features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 6.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, the hostel with free WiFi is also 9.1 km away from Parque Diversiones. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.

Very close to the city center and to restaurants. However helpful, cheerful, cool staff. Very good hospitality and spirit.

Show more Show less
9.4
Wonderful
668 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

Situated in San José and within 4.3 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Casa Mayela Guest House has a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 8.8 km from Parque Diversiones, 21 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 26 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.8 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

The accommodation offers a sun terrace.

The host Mayela is very nice and friendly, and was nice practicing my Spanish with her! The property is beautiful and very clean. It has a nice inner courtyard with two palm trees and a spacious, well equipped, and super clean kitchen area.

Show more Show less
9.2
Wonderful
288 reviews
Price from
$45
per night

Located in San Jose, Alameda Cariari features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi access and a tour desk.

At Alameda Cariari you will find a garden, a terrace and a shared kitchen. Other facilities include business facilities, a shared lounge and an array of outdoor activities such as golfing.

Perfect hotel to start or end your trip in Costa Rica, close to the airport, good breakfast and very friendly staff, very clean with comfortable rooms and beds

Show more Show less
9.1
Wonderful
870 reviews
Price from
$103
per night

Casa De Las Tias is located in San José. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, this property features free daily American breakfast, plus free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.

The rooms here boast bright décor and come equipped with a wardrobe and a private bathroom. One of the room has a private balcony.

Such a beautiful atmosphere in the house, coloured with flowers, the calm breeze through the open windows and smiles all around. Gathering in the morning for a delicious homemade breakfast made with love. The owners were so helpful with every question asked, they made it feel like home. A stay to remember! We extended by a day we were so happy there.

Show more Show less
9.6
Exceptional
157 reviews
Price from
$96
per night

This luxurious hotel is located in San Jose City Centre and features an on-site gourmet restaurant, free parking and free Wi-Fi. Hotel Grano de Oro also offers massage services and a rooftop garden.

Each spectacular, air-conditioned room at this property features beautiful wood décor, vaulted ceilings and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. They also boast free toiletries, plush linens and a coffee maker.

Beautiful hotel, with great staff. The food was delicious and it was a perfect location for us. Wish we would have stayed for breakfast but we had an early flight.

Show more Show less
9
Wonderful
481 reviews
Price from
$170.15
per night

All rooms offer garden or golf course views. Some have a furnished balcony and some a private garden. Each air conditioned room is equipped with a 32-inch flat-screen TV, a safe, trouser press and coffee maker. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and toiletries.

Room service is available and special diet menus can be requested.

Beautiful hotel, friendly staff and excellent facilities. The staff also accommodated a very early (4am) check out. Within minutes of SJO and airport rental cars (Enterprise, National, Alamo).

Show more Show less
9.3
Wonderful
203 reviews
Price from
$105
per night

Most booked rooms in San José this month

Enjoy breakfast in San José!

  • Posada el Quijote
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,221 reviews

    Posada el Quijote is located in San José and housed in a colonial-style building. It has a spacious garden, free Wi-Fi access and a snack bar.

    The breakfast was great and the service was awesome

  • Viva Guest House
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 169 reviews

    Viva Guest House in San José provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

    Very nice room, super clean, good price of value and welcoming host.

  • CASA 8 Bed&Breakfast
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 139 reviews

    Featuring garden views, CASA 8 Bed&Breakfast in San José offers accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Friendly staff, very clean and excellent location!

  • XIN Bed&Breakfast
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 421 reviews

    XIN Bed&Breakfast is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in San José where guests can make the most of its free bikes and garden. 28 miles from Poas National Park and 1.2 miles from National...

    quiet, good location, clean, comfortable beds. Xin very helpful

  • Eco Stay Hostel
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 668 reviews

    Located in San José, 2.9 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Eco Stay Hostel has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Owner very helpful and great person Location very clean

  • Isla Verde Hotel
    Breakfast options
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 842 reviews

    This luxurious hotel is in the heart of San Jose and features an on-site restaurant.

    Breakfast is always good and staff always courteous!

  • Grano de Oro Hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 481 reviews

    This luxurious hotel is in the center of San Jose and features an on-site gourmet restaurant, free parking and free Wi-Fi. The Hotel Grano de Oro also provides massage services and a rooftop garden.

    excellent restaurant , super friendly staff and great rooms

  • F&M Guesthouse
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 48 reviews

    F&M Guesthouse in San José provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking, an elevator, and free Wifi.

    Tout était parfait, les hôtes étaient vraiment super bien.

These rooms in San José have options with FREE cancellation

  • Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 478 reviews

    Located in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 3.3 miles, Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout...

    Super friendly staff, very clean. Cool place to hang out.

  • Cozy apartment with terrace, SJ Cosmopolitan Tower
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 132 reviews

    29 miles from Poas National Park in San José, Cozy apartment with terrace, SJ Cosmopolitan Tower features accommodations with access to a fitness room and steam room.

    How beautifully it was decorated and how home like comfort it felt

  • BEE Suites Escalante
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 993 reviews

    3.3 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park in San José, BEE Suites Escalante offers accommodations with access to a hot tub and fitness room.

    Pleasant stay, clean spacious room, great service.

  • 935 Lodge San José
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 341 reviews

    935 Lodge San José enjoys a location in San José, 3.4 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica and 5.2 miles from Parque Diversiones.

    Close to downtown. Very clean and beautiful property.

  • El mejor apartamento en excelente ubicación.
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 182 reviews

    3.1 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park in San José, El mejor apartamento en excelente ubicación. Offers accommodations with access to a fitness center and public bath.

    La ubicación, llevamos rápido al hospital de niños.

  • Casa Mayela Guest House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 288 reviews

    Located in San José and within 2.7 miles of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Casa Mayela Guest House has a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    lovely staff and very clean room with a hot shower

  • Alameda Cariari Boutique Hotel
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 871 reviews

    Located in San Jose, Alameda Cariari features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi access and a tour desk.

    The host/owner were extremely friendly and helpful!

  • Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 203 reviews

    Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel offers direct access to Cariari Golf Course and transportation to Juan Santamaría International Airport, which is 3.1 mi away.

    Beautiful room with a gorgeous view of the golf course.

Highly-rated rooms in San José

  • Tierra Magica B&B and Art Studio
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 182 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ walk from the historic center of Escazú, this B&B offers accommodations with free high-speed Wi-Fi and a coffee station available 24 hours a day.

    Lovely breakfast with personal service from Valery

  • SkyGarden Nunciatura Luxury Apartment
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    Just a 9-minute walk from National Stadium of Costa Rica and one mile from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, SkyGarden Nunciatura Luxury Apartment features accommodations in San José, with a fitness center...

  • Casa Bellavista Suites
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 16 reviews

    Casa Bellavista Suites is a recently renovated guest house in San José where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

    Diana was such a great host, friendly and cooperative

  • 906A URBN Barrio Escalante Estudio con A/C y Parqueo
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    906A URBN Barrio Escalante Estudio con A/C y Parqueo offers accommodations in San José, 3 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 3.9 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica.

  • 1515 SECRT Sabana Hermoso Apartamento Totalmente Equipado
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Just a 12-minute walk from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 1.2 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica, 1515 SECRT Sabana Hermoso Apartamento Totalmente Equipado features accommodations in San José...

  • Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama is located in San José, just 2.7 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 3.6 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica.

    Das Hostel ist sehr schön und ist in der Nähe vom Bus Terminal Richtung Pazifikküste

  • 1102 Torre los Yoses Hermoso Apartamento en Barrio Escalante con Parqueo
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 19 reviews

    1102 Torre los Yoses Hermoso Apartamento en Barrio Escalante con Parqueo offers accommodations in San José, 3.1 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica.

  • Exclusivo apartamento piso 23, Sky Garden
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 11 reviews

    Exclusivo apartamento piso 23, Sky Garden offers accommodations in San José, 29 miles from Poas National Park and a 9-minute walk from National Stadium of Costa Rica.

    La ubicación, la vista, el apartamento muy cómodo, cerca de todo

FAQ about rooms in San José









Rooms That Guests Love in San José

  • Avg. price/night: $141.25
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 698 reviews
    Spacious stylish room, spotlessly clean. Breakfast was delicious and lots of choice. Free tea and coffee in the lobby. Roof terrace is very pretty. Staff incredible- I left my phone in the taxi and they had it back in reception in a few hours. Easy luggage storage.
    Clarissa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $61.02
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,514 reviews
    The staff were friendly and very helpful. They were willing to give us breakfast at 05.30 to enable us to be picked up at 0.600 - and the breakfast was delicious! We had a pleasant little terrace outside our room. The cost of the hotel is very reasonable.
    Judith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $148.03
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,930 reviews
    Lovely staff. Great location. Big comfy bed. Good breakfast. We arrived way before check in and we were able to store our cases and sit by the pool. We were also given an upgrade on our room which was nice.
    Safaa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $160.46
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 479 reviews
    We had a nice sized two bedroom two bath suite that was great in size, comfort and value. The staff here was beyond great, very pleasant and helpful. The breakfast was delicious, made to order eggs and omletts and other tasty treats. One could stay here for weeks or longer in how it was equipped, good sized kitchen and living spaces.
    James
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,017 reviews
    Lovely 2 bedroom apartment perfect for family stay. Close to La Sabana Park and Museum of Costa Rican Art.
    Laura
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $84.64
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 723 reviews
    I love the look of the bedrooms. They're so nice and updated and clean. I slept so well.
    Lee
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $123.17
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,500 reviews
    The hotel is located on the main pedestrian road with lots of shops and fast food outlets (5 of one particular US hamburger chain within walking distance for example). Our room was large, clean and comfortable but dated in decoration. The balcony had a dirty plastic screen rather than be open to air. A/C worked well.
    Lynn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $55.82
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,839 reviews
    It was across the road from the lovely Museo del Jade. I nipped in before my flight back home, as it opens its doors at 8am already. My room was very spacious (think it was called Barria or something), but not terribly atmospheric. Very functional though and equipped with a small kitchen including a fridge. Nearby bakeries a large supermarket and some restaurants.
    Eveline
    Solo traveler
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 132 reviews
    It felt just like home. The comfort, cleanliness and the amenities were perfect. As a traveller its so great to have access to do laundry and a comfortable sofa. The shower was huge, the bed was comfortable. Both living room and bedroom have aircon. Coffee pot and provided complimentary coffee is a huge bonus when you're on a fly-in visit. The gym in the building is also amazing and a pool opposite the terrace.
    Kayleigh
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $58.48
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,311 reviews
    Nice room with comfy bed and nice, spacious bathroom. For two nights for a double bed room with breakfast included, I paid USD $70, which I thought for a hotel is very cheap.
    John Michael
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $106.04
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,755 reviews
    Exceptional service from the lovely receptionists who follow up with a phone call to your room to check if everything is okay! With tours, taxis and great ideas being shared you will enjoy your stay here. The floors on the hotel are spacious with power saving lighting. There is a lounge to relax or work from with a nice ambiance. Exceptionally clean, comfortable and quiet. Both breakfast and dinners are delicious.
    Merinda
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $73.27
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,727 reviews
    Selina is a wonderful place to stay! The staff was really kind and helpful. I was here for one night with two kids. We had the family room which was very spacious, clean and the kids really loved the beds! I also had a massage by Oscar which they offer at Selina's. It was one of the best massages I ever had!!! So when you stay at Selina make sure to book some time with Oscar, it will make you feel brand new again :-)
    Jolyne
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $158.48
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,683 reviews
    Clean: the maid really worked hard to provide the best cleaning service. WiFi was superb in our room, so we could work remotely, make video calls etc. A pharmacy, laundry service and supermarket very close to the hotel. Breakfast is OK, it's ok buffet. if you stay here for more than 2 days you'll get bored with choices. Chefs who serve food behind the counter are very friendly. Beautiful rooms, very quiet, spacious, very comfortable beds, we slept like babies. I also liked design and paintings.
    Mariia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $73.27
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,727 reviews
    Honestly, the best thing about this place is the staff! Especially Sofia in the restaurant. Otherwise, location is good, food at the hostel is very good and my room was spacious and comfortable (I upgraded to standard room - the small room is SMALL, like the size of the bed small)
    Lukas
    Solo traveler
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 182 reviews
    Booked this last a couple of days before we arrived in San Jose, and i am SO happy for that. A beautiful, clean and spacious apartment with a amazing bedroom with a view. Everything we needed was in the kitchen, even cooking oil and seasoning. The place felt safe with 24/7 guards at the entrance. Was close to the city center, and had a nice supermarked just across the road.
    Eline
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $61.02
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,514 reviews
    The staff were incredibly kind and helpful, the hotel was very clean, the room was spacious and nice, beds comfy, warm water in the bathroom, shared kitchen was available and well equipped (+tidy), good WiFi, free tea & coffee, nice common areas (balcony & terrace), location close to the center and to bus terminals.
    Tereza
    Young couple

Research, refine, and make plans for your whole trip

gogless