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Located in central San Jose, Hotel Casa 69 offers a garden patio, free Wi-Fi in public areas and individually decorated rooms with cable TV. The National Museum is just a 10-minute walk away.

Each bright room at Hotel Casa 69 features a fan, a fridge, a radio-alarm clock and a safe. The private bathrooms include a shower. The hotel itself was gorgeous and stylish. The staff was outstanding and made sure you feel right at home. The breakfast was nice. My favourite part was Violetta, the dog!

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9.1
Superb
2,070 reviews
Price from
US$55
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. This hotel was perfect in every way. It is a beautiful building, with warm and classically decorated and furnished. Even the Christmas decorations were beautiful and tasteful. Our room was large, comfortable and with super comfortable bed. The bathroom large and with a big shower with hot water. The toiletries smelled lovely and there was a lot. The restaurant area is gorgeous and the food delicious. Breakfast had a very good choice and well cooked and served. Every member of staff was cheerful, friendly and helpful.

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9
Superb
559 reviews
Price from
US$229.90
per night

Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel offers direct access to Cariari Golf Course and transportation to Juan Santamaría International Airport, which is 5 km away. It offers free WiFi, massage, free parking and 24-hour reception. The decor was lovely! Everything was clean and nice. Great breakfast.

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9.2
Superb
217 reviews
Price from
US$108
per night

Hotel Aranjuez will offer you “an authentic Costa Rican lodging experience” in an urban oasis surrounded by tropical gardens. Each room features an authentic decor and is equipped with a 32" flat screen TV, hot water, safety-deposit box and a desk. Location was good Staff was very friendly and even prepared breakfast for us to go as we had an early flight Room was clean and beds comfy Overall, a good place

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8.4
Very good
1,207 reviews
Price from
US$74.74
per night

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 bright rooms have wooden furniture and will provide you with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Featuring a shower, the private bathrooms also come with a bath or shower and free toiletries. All rooms offer garden views. The staff were friendly, the view is definitely breathtaking, delicious breakfast.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,407 reviews
Price from
US$67.04
per night

Apartotel La Sabana is located 1.5 km from central San José and offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi access, breakfast included with the rate and an outdoor pool.

The apartments at Apartotel La Sabana feature a flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom that comes with a hot-water shower. A safety deposit box and a fan are also included. Some units include a seating area. It was perfect close to the Center but quiet at night. Perfect for a short trip to San Jose.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,171 reviews
Price from
US$136
per night

Featuring an indoor swimming pool, a terrace, hot tub and free high speed WiFi in all areas, this hotel is 5 minutes’ drive from the La Sabana Metropolitan Park and Multiplaza Mall.

The rooms and suites offer modern décor, air conditioning, wardrobe, laptop safe, minibar and flat-screen cable TV. The bathrooms come with shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. The staff is helpful and very friendly. It was like staying with friends. The bed was very comfortable and the included breakfast was amazingly good, as tasty and with big variety of dishes.

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8
Very good
3,342 reviews
Price from
US$106.25
per night

This stylish hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a conference center. Each spacious room includes free Wi-Fi.

The spacious rooms feature classic-style décor and elegant carved wood furniture. Each room offers a coffee maker and a stylish bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer. The location was good n only a 20 minutes walk to the city center,city market. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. The free breakfast was real good every day and the restaurant on site was good. The staff looking after the tours were knowledgeable and very helpful. I would recommend this place to everyone.

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8
Very good
2,576 reviews
Price from
US$137.75
per night

Located in the centre of San José, Fleur de Lys offers individually decorated rooms set in a Victorian mansion. It features an attractive terrace, gardens and a restaurant.

The Fleur de Lys’ individually decorated rooms feature local art work. They have cable TV, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom. Breakfast and shower were good.

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8.1
Very good
1,873 reviews
Price from
US$70.30
per night

Featuring a rooftop swimming pool, Studio Hotel offers rooms with free high-speed WiFi and views of the surrounding Central Valley. Set in the centre of Santa Ana, this eco-friendly hotel has an à la carte restaurant. It was a nice location, nice place.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,809 reviews
Price from
US$159.29
per night

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