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BEE Suites San José - Escalante

Barrio Escalante, San José

Located just 5.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, BEE Suites San José - Escalante offers accommodation in San José with access to a fitness centre, a shared lounge, as well as a lift.

B
Benjamin
From
United Kingdom
Everything was perfect, location to nearby Fresh market and restaurants
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,508 reviews
Price from
US$102
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Casa 69

San José

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.

N
Nikolett
From
Hungary
Kurt and the staff gave us a warm welcome when we arrived and they very cery friendly and helpful. The location is also great close to restaurants and the room was quiet. W eloved the decoration. Mit
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,064 reviews
Price from
US$55
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

San José

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones.

S
Shanny
From
Canada
I really liked the fact that it is so safe and really clean, well decorated and practical. Also 200 meters from the hostel there is the mandragore restaurant 😱 Harry Potter theme a must go
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Price from
US$33.74
1 night, 2 adults

XIN Bed&Breakfast

San José

Situated just 43 km from Poas National Park, XIN Bed&Breakfast features accommodation in San José with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a housekeeping service.

A
Alain
From
France
This guesthouse is situated in a quiet and safe district 15 minutes drive to San Jose'center. It's a big house with 5 different comfortable rooms. The owner doesn't live there, so this house is for the travellers. There is a large dining room, a lounge, a kitchen with all you need. A small garden with a sofa. Breakfast correct included. The entire house is very clean. A lot of light. All rooms with windows. The beds are very comfortable . Wifi works well everywhere. Usually it's Una who welcomes you. She is very friendly and speaks English, Chinese and Spanish fluently . She answers quickly on WhatsApp. It's really a very pleasant house. We can see the influence of women style. To go by taxi to San Jose, use DiDi or Uber but DiDi is always cheaper. There are 2 big commercial centers close to the guesthouse 4 mn on foot. Plaza Rohrmoser and Plaza major. I preferred Rohrmoser smaller and cheaper. Also you find Claro and bank of CostaRica. Take care, the change at the airport is horrible and the ATM Bac takes a big commission.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
Price from
US$47.70
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy apartment with terrace, SJ Cosmopolitan Tower #402

San José

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a patio, Cozy apartment with terrace, SJ Cosmopolitan Tower #402 is set in San José.

G
Giuseppe
From
Italy
Nice and elegant Building with all amenities (Gym, pool, living, hall) Cozy appartement with all functionalities (terrace, living room with TV, kitchen, bedroom with TV, good bathroom) Position not so central, but 10 mins by Uber from downtown
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
US$104.50
1 night, 2 adults

Eco Stay Hostel

San José

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.

M
Mischa
From
Netherlands
Sweetest guy behind the reception that remembered your name and breakfast was amazing!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 471 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José

Set in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, NATIVUS Art-Hostel offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

A
Alex
From
France
Anna at the reception, was awesome ! She call everyone in San José to find my phone after I left it in the cab. Thank you so much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 944 reviews
Price from
US$54.15
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Mayela Guest House

San José

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.

p
piotrusekk
From
Poland
Lady owner super ! She waited for us till 22.00, very clean rooms ,kitchen etc , comfortable beds . Location perfect . Absolutely perfect place .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Kibi Kibi

San José

Located just 10 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Kibi Kibi provides accommodation in San José with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.

D
Daniel
From
Costa Rica
The staff was very helpful with anything I needed and it has a very good location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Price from
US$49
1 night, 2 adults

Apartotel Obelisco San José Aeropuerto

San José

Set just 39 km from Poas National Park, Apartotel Obelisco San José Aeropuerto features accommodation in San José with access to a fitness centre, a garden, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

J
Jules
From
United Kingdom
clean and quiet there is a little swimming pool, which was nice after long flight
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Price from
US$95
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 767 reviews

Located in the heart of San José, surrounded by national museums, plazas and walking boulevards, the venue is within walking distance to the main cultural and tourist attractions.

From US$152.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,853 reviews

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, Urban Green Hotel & Suites features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a casino.

From US$179.33 per night

Hotel Novo

San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,450 reviews

Offering a restaurant, Hotel Novo is located in San José City Centre, just a 10-minute walk from the National Theatre. It features free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

From US$61.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,174 reviews

Set in San José, 250 metres from National Theatre of Costa Rica, Hotel Cultura Plaza features a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$113 per night

Hotel Presidente

San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews

Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center is located in the heart of San José and 100 metres from Costa Rica’s National Theatre and Plaza de la Cultura.

From US$180.80 per night

Hotel Colonial

San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,489 reviews

Featuring neo-colonial architecture, a terrace, garden and swimming pool, Hotel Colonial is located 600 metres from San José main square and 5 minutes’ walk from the National Museum.

From US$121.99 per night

Hostel Shakti

San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 854 reviews

Situated in San José, 50 km from Poas National Park, Hostel Shakti features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$40.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,038 reviews

Located in the centre of San José, Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District offers modern rooms with air conditioning. It features a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi, a gym and a restaurant.

From US$129.95 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Situated within 46 km of Poas National Park and 3.6 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, SJO Oasis Hostel in San José features a bar and rooms with free WiFi.

From US$142.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 960 reviews

Set within 3 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.4 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Hotel La Castella provides rooms in San José. This 1-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$31.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.4
Poor - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Hostal del Este Santa Fe is located in San José, 5.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 8.2 km from Parque Diversiones.

From US$72.32 per night

Pura Vida

San José
Central location

Set in San José, within 3.1 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.1 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Pura Vida provides free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Apartaestudio La Capital is located in San José, 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 7.9 km from Parque Diversiones.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Located 49 km from Poas National Park, 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, #5 Apartaestudio la capital provides accommodation set in San José.

From US$53.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Apartaestudios La capital is set in San José. It is located 49 km from Poas National Park and provides full-day security.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Located in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Apartaestudios la capital offers air conditioning.

From US$74.58 per night

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APARTAMENTO LA CAPITAL

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Located in San José, 3.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.9 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, APARTAMENTO LA CAPITAL offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan...

From US$56.50 per night

935 Lodge San José

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

Offering inner courtyard views, 935 Lodge San José is an accommodation set in San José, 4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 5.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

From US$62.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,260 reviews

Hotel Maragato is located in San José's town centre and features an on-site restaurant, Free WiFi access and a tour desk.

From US$56.50 per night

San Jose Downtown Suites

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

Located in San José, San Jose Downtown Suites is a recently renovated accommodation, 49 km from Poas National Park and 3.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

From US$56.50 per night

La Fortuna Roja

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

Set in San José, within 3.2 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.7 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, La Fortuna Roja offers free WiFi.

From US$39.90 per night

Fleur de Lys

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,890 reviews

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.

From US$96.62 per night

Hostel Casa Ridgway

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews

Set in San José, 4.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Hostel Casa Ridgway offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$50 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$259.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews
Lovely historical building with excellent restaurant. Staff was very friendly and English speaking. Accommodations were clean and comfortable.
Guest review by
Cori
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$25.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,850 reviews
I just stayed one night, so there's not much to say. The showers have warm water, and the beds have curtains. The beds also have sockets and little lamps, but mine did not work lol. They give towels just by providing an ID, which is so convenient! The hostel looks like someone's "villa" inside the city, and renovated for accommodation purposes, so the inside is kind of nice, especially near the pool. They also arrange the taxis for you.
Guest review by
Cinthya Zeledo
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,797 reviews
I have stayed at Cando Living multiple times. As a solo traveler, I feel that the location is secure and easily accessed in the city. The accommodations are always clean, and it is easy to get extras (coffee maker, microwave, etc.) Plenty of access to groceries or restaurants in the area. Each room is different, so I find it is easy to get accommodations which function whether I am traveling alone or with a friend or family member.
Guest review by
Mary
Group
Avg. price/night: US$127.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,405 reviews
Cheap and cheerful. Does what it says on the Tin. Great location and shuttle services to and from the airport, which is what we used it for. One night stay either end of the holiday to ensure we were close to the airport once we had dropped our rental car off. Great gym facilities. Friendly staff verbally.
Guest review by
Josh
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,797 reviews
The staff, the location, the accommodations were all excellent.
Guest review by
Chris
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$50.85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
I felt like I was at home. Very nice accommodations with a really cool and calm ambiance. There is a cure courtyard in the center where birds come and pop in. The host Mayela is amazing too. She treats you like you are a part of her family!
Guest review by
Eric
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$53.68
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 560 reviews
The accommodation is perfect for the traveller who wants to travel on a budget and save money for attractions and food, given the cost of the accommodations in San José. The neighbourhood is good, with sodas, more pricey restaurants, supermarkets and cafes within a short walking distance. The hotel is located 15 -20 mins away from the city centre, and has car parks available.
Guest review by
Claudio
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,797 reviews
Easily one of the best accommodations in San Jose. You get an amazing furnished apartment for yourself and that too in downtown San Jose. Staffs are very friendly, specifically Mario. I couldn’t have stayed in a better place. I’ll stay here again when I come to San Jose.
Guest review by
Niranjan
Solo traveller