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Viva Guest House, hotel in San José

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.

Great place to stay, clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. I always stay here when I am in San Jose if it is available. Excellent value for money.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
280 reviews
Price from
$48.60
1 night, 2 adults
Haven Hotel, hotel in San José

Providing inner courtyard views, Haven Hotel in San José offers accommodations, a terrace, and a shared lounge. A public bath is available for guests.

Scored 10
10
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults
Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama, hotel in San José

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....

Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
$43.40
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Jardin del Mango, hotel in San José

Located in San José, within 1969 feet of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 0.9 mi of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Casa Jardin del Mango provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi.

I love everything about Casa Jardin. De Mango! The staff & visitors are super friendly and helpful. The courtyard & animals are adorable. The location is excellent, everything is just a quick walk away!!!
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
732 reviews
Price from
$49.49
1 night, 2 adults
SJO Oasis Hostel, hotel in San José

SJO Oasis Hostel offers accommodations in San José, 13 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 16 miles from Parque Viva.

I loved everything about it
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
41 reviews
Price from
$115
1 night, 2 adults
W's Hostel, hotel in San José

W's Hostel enjoys a location in San José, 30 miles from Poas National Park and 1.9 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Location
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
704 reviews
Price from
$28.35
1 night, 2 adults
Carolina Hostel, hotel in San José

Carolina Hostel enjoys a location in San José, 14 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 16 miles from Jardín Botánico Lankester.

Friendly staff
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
64 reviews
Price from
$23.80
1 night, 2 adults
Whiskey Barrel, hotel in San José

Whiskey Barrel in San José provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
94 reviews
Price from
$38
1 night, 2 adults
Casa del Cafe-Familiar, hotel in San José

Casa del Cafe-Familiar enjoys a location in Heredia, 25 miles from Poas National Park and 7.7 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

Very tranquil location with a rich history. Near enough to the airport but remote enough to enjoy birds and nice views. The room was huge with beautiful high ceilings and I loved the old wood shutters . The dogs were friendly and really did bother us at all . We enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the Mot mots in the trees. Very friendly hosts .
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
331 reviews
Price from
$45
1 night, 2 adults
SJO Green Casita, hotel in San José

SJO Green Casita offers accommodations in Río Segundo, 22 miles from Poas National Park and 3.7 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

Scored 10
10
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
$60
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.

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  • Avg. price/night: $59.04
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 905 reviews
    A beautiful hostel, feels more like a boutique hotel. Or a home away from home. Everything is so pretty and sparkling clean. Delicious breakfast. Great location. And the host and staff are absolutely lovely, they really look after you. Could not recommend this place more.
    Gemma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $29.38
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 586 reviews
    Great hostel good location mall , hooters and strip club not too far away for adult entertainment also a nice Church and other places to go to I would recommend staying here clean , quiet , good location and comfortable also good pancakes for breakfast
    Askri
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,948 reviews
    We rented a two-bedroom suite with kitchen facilities and we were very happy with our choice. The rooms were all spacious, clean, up-to-date and comfortable. They were also quiet. The reception staff and maids were friendly and welcoming and happy to accommodate our requests. La Sabana is in a great location, about 20 minutes outside the city centre in a quiet area of town with a park nearby. There are plenty of restaurants within walking distance.
    Jenny
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,575 reviews
    Location very good, very close to tourist attractions in city center. Room was big, relatively quiet (you could hear traffic, but that is pretty normal in city center). Staff spoke good English. Breakfast was good, a lot of fresh fruit.
    Natasja
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $94.92
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,460 reviews
    Great hostel. Quiet place, nice hosts, good WiFi, nice breakfast, good money value. Highly recomended!
    Andrea
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $42.94
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 614 reviews
    Loved our stay here! Clean, spacious, bright outdoor spaces, quiet and in a lovely neighbourhood with tons of restaurants close by and about a 20-30 min walk from the downtown core. Views from the room were quite nice too! Breakfast was cereal, milk, fresh fruit, and bagged portions of sliced white bread (2 slices per person) and jam. Staff was very friendly and kind. And there's a hostel squirrel in one of the trees who is super cute!
    Gwen
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 729 reviews
    I was looking for a quiet few last days before flying home and this hostel was the perfect vibe for that! Super comfy and quiet private room, great location in a safe neighborhood to walk around and explore, good food options nearby… the kitchen is also well stocked with appliances and utensils, and there’s a beautiful patio to relax / hang out.
    Dona
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 7 reviews
    Very spacious and comfortable private rooms and good common spaces; very clean; superb host and staff with outstanding service (coffee, laundry, cleaning, availability 24/7, good communication). Great location close to all needed amenities and parks in quiet and safe neighbourhood.
    Louisa Esther
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 111 reviews
    Very friendly hostess always ready to help. I liked the breakfast (it is included in the stay). Excellent value for money. I liked the neighborhood: it is generally safe and quiet, unlike the city center. Walking distance to bakery and grocery stores. There is a bus stop very close to the place (buses go to the city center). I definitely will stay at the Casa Kitus next time.
    Aleksandr
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $37.29
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 528 reviews
    Location was great, right in the center of San Jose. Patrick was a great host and very helpful with questions and parking. Quiet and comfortable room with ceiling fan to keep us cool.
    Cameron
    Young couple

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