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San Jose Hotels (Costa Rica) : Where to Stay
If you’re heading to the land of “pura vida”, odds are you are going to spend at least a day or two in the capital city of San Jose. While not at the top of my list for a vacation to Costa Rica, it has enough to merit a short visit!
While getting my Master’s degree, I did a “study abroad” program in a suburb of San José called Heredia. We went into the city a few times a week, so I feel I have a good impression of it overall.
While there are shady areas you should avoid, there are plenty of beautiful outdoor spaces and museums. Overall, the city feels a bit “industrial” and lacks the charm the rest of the country has, but that’s just my personal opinion!
Here are a few San Jose hotels in Costa Rica to check out:
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4 Stars: San José Hotels
♦ Gran Hotel Costa Rica = Appx. nightly cost $180 | 5 minute walk from National Theater | Breakfast Included| Excellent location | Private Parking
♦ Crowne Plaza San José La Sabana = Appx. nightly cost $135 | Located in the city center | Swimming Pool | Airport Shuttle | Ten minute walk to historic center![rowne Plaza.. San José. Corobici. san jose hotels costa rica](https://i0.wp.com/www.greatwidetravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/273384307.jpg?resize=700%2C467&ssl=1)
♦ Barceló San José = Appx. nightly cost $160 | Distance from city center: 2 miles | Three On site restaurants | Swimming Pool & Mountain Views | San Jose Hotels
♦ Studio Hotel Boutique = Appx. nightly cost $140 | Distance from city center: 7.3 miles | Breakfast Included | Unique Art Collections | Close to Airport![san jose hotels costa rica 4 star](https://i0.wp.com/www.greatwidetravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/431331540.jpg?resize=700%2C501&ssl=1)
♦ Grano de Oro Hotel = Appx. nightly cost $190 | Distance from city center: 0.9 miles | Onsite restaurant | Rooftop garden![san jose hotels costa rica 4 star](https://i0.wp.com/www.greatwidetravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/253880533.jpg?resize=700%2C394&ssl=1)
3 Stars: San José Hotels
♦ Balmoral Hotel = Appx. nightly cost $90 | Distance from city center: 0.6 miles | Two minutes walk from National Theater | Restaurant & Gym![](https://i0.wp.com/www.greatwidetravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/12649536.jpg?resize=700%2C465&ssl=1)
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♦ Casa Conde Hotel = Appx. nightly cost $75 | Distance from city center: 1.5 miles | Swimming Pool & Garden Views | Sauna and Hot Tub | Mountain Views![san jose hotels costa rica. best hotels in san jose](https://i0.wp.com/www.greatwidetravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/67402815.jpg?resize=700%2C467&ssl=1)
♦ Hotel Santo Tomás =Appx. nightly cost $100 | Distance from city center: 0.7 miles | Historic Property | Six minutes walk from National Theater | Outdoor Pool![san jose hotels costa rica](https://i0.wp.com/www.greatwidetravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/153571397.jpg?resize=700%2C525&ssl=1)
Budget: San José Hotels
♦ Hotel Colonial = Appx. nightly cost $75 | Distance from city center: 0.6 miles | Central Location / Walking Distance to Main Sights | Breakfast Included | Neo-colonial Architecture | Terrace Garden | Swimming Pool ![san jose hotels budget hotel colonial costa rica](https://i0.wp.com/www.greatwidetravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/37595429.jpg?resize=700%2C464&ssl=1)
♦ Hotel Casa 69 = Appx. nightly cost $50 | Distance from city center: 1 mile | Ten Minute Walk to Center | Garden Patio | Breakfast Included![](https://i0.wp.com/www.greatwidetravel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/245741240.jpg?resize=700%2C525&ssl=1)
♦ Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante =Appx. nightly cost $22-$50 | Distance from city center: 3 miles | Lounge & Shared Kitchen | Garden | Tour Desk | Private & Shared Options | San Jose Hotels
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