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A pathway leading to a pool surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.

A bar with a counter, chairs, and a view of the mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a view of greenery outside.

A pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush greenery and a few lounge chairs.

1. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Santa Rosa

PANKAJ

₩99,987

₩112,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

2. Hotel Guadalupe

Tilaran

Mike

₩106,523

₩120,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A pool with clear blue water, a stone statue, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A room with a bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair.

A large, white bathtub in a room with wooden paneling and colorful stained glass windows.

A covered patio with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a lush garden and a view of the sea.

3. La Mansion Inn Arenal

Arenal

Linda

₩164,519

₩185,907 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A person standing by a glass wall overlooking a scenic sunset view.

A wooden bench area with a view of a sunset over a hilly landscape.

A hot tub in a wooden room with a Netflix sign, chairs, and a glass door leading to a kitchen.

A wooden deck with two wicker chairs and a hot tub.

4. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

Sierra

Alec

₩131,260

₩148,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a building in the background.

A traditional building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a dining table with chairs.

5. Hacienda La Pacífica Eco-Lodge

Cañas

Amy

₩164,937

₩186,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, and a view through a glass door.

A stone patio with a small waterfall, a wooden lounge chair, a table with a drink and flowers, and a covered area with a red roof.

A covered wooden deck with a stone pathway leading to a lush green landscape.

A bedroom with a large window, wooden furniture, and a unique wall art piece.

6. Hotel Mystica

Santa Rosa

Anne-Claire

₩182,799

₩206,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A wooden deck with a chair, overlooking a lush garden with a river and mountains in the background.

A view of a garden with a pathway leading to a wooden bench, surrounded by lush greenery and a backdrop of a sunset sky.

A wooden cabin with two beds, a balcony, and large windows.

A wooden building with a pathway leading to it, surrounded by greenery and trees.

7. Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

Sierra

Shannon

₩109,680

₩123,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A building with multiple air conditioning units, a pool with clear reflections, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A building with a covered walkway and multiple balconies.

A building with a red roof, a central staircase, and a balcony with balustrades.

A building with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a balcony with a railing.

8. Hotel Kam Tu

Cañas

Caprice

₩71,901

₩81,244 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern building with a glass facade, a wooden staircase, and indoor plants.

A courtyard with a staircase leading to a balcony, surrounded by trees and plants.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling and a view of a body of water through large windows.

An indoor garden with seating areas, a staircase, and hanging lights.

9. Sibu Boutique Hotel

Monteverde

Kelly

₩194,986

₩220,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, string lights, and a view of the landscape.

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden railing, a pergola, and a view of the surrounding trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, a coffee machine, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Calathea Hotel Monteverde

Monteverde

Jim

₩120,829

₩136,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.

A wooden interior with a bed, pillows, and a view of trees through a window.

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, and a view of the forest through large windows.

A metal bridge with a metal railing, surrounded by dense green foliage and trees.

11. Tityra Lodge

Monteverde

Sarah

₩144,264

₩163,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with large windows overlooking a lake and distant hills.

A room with a bed, a table, and a view of the sea at sunset.

A modern house with a concrete pathway leading to a white building with large windows and a balcony overlooking a body of water.

A room with a view of a sunset over a body of water, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a green sofa.

12. Hotel Laguna Arenal

Arenal

Francesca

₩259,579

₩293,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern, circular-shaped house nestled in a lush forest. It features large glass windows and doors, allowing for ample natural light. The interior includes a dining area with a table and chairs, and a cozy seating area with cushions.

A hot tub with a view of rolling hills through large windows.

A stone-walled bathroom with a large window offering a scenic view.

A modern, dome-shaped house surrounded by dense forest.

13. Finca Sunset Monteverde

Monteverde

"What a treat! We loved staying at Finca Sunset! Our bungalow was absolutely perfect, cozy and romantic. The sunset views were a stunning end to every evening and the clouds rolling over the hills during the day were spectacular. The finca is close to town yet far enough away for privacy and a quiet environment. Toucans, hummingbirds and butterflies were an added bonus. The property was quiet, safe, clean, and every detail had been perfectly crafted. We’d definitely stay here again."

Barbara

₩275,107

₩310,870 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A wooden deck with a large tree and lush greenery, surrounded by glass doors leading to a dining area.

A wooden cabin with a circular glass door, a deck with lounge chairs, and a fireplace.

A modern outdoor pool area with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a large tree.

14. El Tigre Hideaway

Cabeceras

Kelly

₩481,372

₩543,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a lush green landscape.

A wooden dock leading to a building with a modern design, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm body of water.

A modern house with a sloped roof, large windows, and a paved driveway leading to the entrance.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a high ceiling with exposed beams, and a view through large windows.

15. Burbi Lake Lodge Monteverde

Cabeceras

Nayankumar

₩134,296

₩151,755 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A clear pool with a stone border, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of distant hills.

A wooden cabin with a bed, a dining table, and a view of the mountains.

A hammock in a room with large windows overlooking a lush garden.

A wooden cabin surrounded by dense forest.

16. El Sol Monteverde

Monteverde

Nikola

₩294,357

₩332,627 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hot tub on a wooden deck with a glass railing overlooking a lush garden and a modern building.

A room with two wooden beds, wooden flooring, and a wooden ceiling.

A building with a balcony, surrounded by a garden with various flowers.

A person relaxing in a swimming pool with a glass of wine on the edge.

17. Fondavela Hotel

Monteverde

Juan

₩375,558

₩424,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A room with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, a potted plant, and a red telephone.

A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a wood-burning stove, and a view of the interior through large windows.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a green throw blanket, and a wooden ceiling.

A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, large windows, and a wooden floor.

18. Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Monteverde

Caryssa

₩68,160

₩77,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lush landscape.

A modern living space with a balcony, wicker furniture, a kitchen area, and a view of greenery.

A modern living space with wicker furniture, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a red table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and ottoman.

19. Casa Donna Rosa B&B

Arenal

Michael

₩157,728

₩178,229 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a round table.

A room with a wooden floor, large windows, and a decorative light fixture made of circular objects.

A couple in white robes sitting on a beige sofa with patterned cushions, in a room with a stone wall and a wooden railing overlooking greenery.

A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a mural with floral and bird designs, and a reception desk with two staff members.

20. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

La Fortuna

Mehrzad

₩185,682

₩209,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Hotel Arenal Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Best view of the Arenal volcano and nice quiet property with natural vegetation."

Sangregado Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The most amazing place I have ever stayed!"

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Jocelyn and Diego were the best part. The front desk was welcoming and informative. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom had nice lotion."

Koora Hotel by Sandglass

10/10 Excellent

"Property is built so beautifully within the vegetation and trees. We received two rooms apartment (like two entire flats one on top of the other, with 2 bathrooms, which was very convenient with two teenagers) - which was very fine furnished, cosy, clean, and maintained. From our balconies we could watch the birds and so many cute Caoties. Breakfast was delicious, as well as lunch and dinner that we have decided to have in the hotel. Chef is excellent!! Very nice and welcoming staff. We really enjoyed staying at the hotel. Very recommended"

Sibu Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff super helpful. Because I am direction challenged, I had a problem with finding the exact location. GPS was not helpful either. Signs point in general direction but I still needed to ask a few local people."

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This is our second time staying at this resort! The staff is very friendly and helpful! The grounds and amenities are clean and well kept And the price is affordable! I would recommend this place 10/10"

Monteverde Lodge by Böëna

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful property and setting."

Cloud Forest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Garden style"

More cheap stays in San José

OutBox Inn

Center Santa Elena Monteverde Provincia de Puntarenas

₩29,344

₩54,651 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)

Hospedaje Mariposa

1 km al sur este de la Fabrica de Quesos Monteverde Puntarenas

₩75,753

₩85,602 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

includes taxes & fees

Hotel Claro de Luna

Monteverde Monteverde Puntarenas

₩115,705

₩130,746 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

includes taxes & fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (146 reviews)

Jungle Living Tree Houses

Mariposa Road 200 mt oeste y 300 mt Sur, de la escuela pública Rafael Arguedas Monteverde Puntarenas

₩135,407

₩153,010 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

Tityra Lodge

Ruta Nacional Treciaria 606 Monteverde Puntarenas

₩144,264

₩163,018 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

includes taxes & fees

Hotel Trópico Monteverde

606 Monteverde Provincia de Puntarenas

₩207,173

₩234,106 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in San José?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa, located 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from the heart of San José, is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Two other options for your visit to the area are Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast and Lost Iguana Resort and Spa. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San José.

What's the top vacation rental in San José?

Green Forest Vacations Homes: Visitors like this San José vacation home rental. It offers an indoor pool, a balcony, and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a stovetop, a microwave, and a coffee maker. Make the most of the garden in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in San José.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San José.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San José?

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What is staying in San José like?

Travelers to San José will find plenty to explore and enjoy. A top sight in the area is Arenal Volcano National Park. There are 681 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about San José.

What are the top places to visit in San José?

Arenal Volcano National Park is a notable place to visit in the area. You'll also find Lake Arenal and Wildlife Refuge Monteverde in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's San José guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in San José?

The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in San José are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of rainfall.

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Our top choices for San José hotels

1. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

2. Hotel Guadalupe

3. La Mansion Inn Arenal

4. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

5. Hacienda La Pacífica Eco-Lodge

6. Hotel Mystica

7. Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

8. Hotel Kam Tu

9. Sibu Boutique Hotel

10. Calathea Hotel Monteverde

11. Tityra Lodge

12. Hotel Laguna Arenal

13. Finca Sunset Monteverde

14. El Tigre Hideaway

15. Burbi Lake Lodge Monteverde

16. El Sol Monteverde

17. Fondavela Hotel

18. Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

19. Casa Donna Rosa B&B

20. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Top San José Hotel Reviews

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Sangregado Lodge

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Koora Hotel by Sandglass

Sibu Boutique Hotel

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Monteverde Lodge by Böëna

Cloud Forest Lodge

More cheap stays in San José

OutBox Inn

Hospedaje Mariposa

Hotel Claro de Luna

Jungle Living Tree Houses

Tityra Lodge

Hotel Trópico Monteverde

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