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1. Hostal Del Este Santa Fe

Hostal Del Este Santa Fe
1.5 star property
Dolorosa
4.4 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"I am very very disappointed in this hostel. There were no actual door locks. The property is old and not in good repair and worst of all is that my mattress smelled very strongly of cat urine. Really! They tried to cover it up by hanging a toilet bowl sanitizer on the wall of the room. I removed it because the fumes were overwhelming. Also... they rent rooms by the hour! Yikes. It was the worst experience for me in a hotel/hostel, and I am a world wide traveller and often opt for...
United States
Julie
The price is ļæ„4,612
ļæ„5,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Hostal Del Este Santa Fe
Free daily buffet breakfast

2. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.8 km from Dolorosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Every thing was perfect. Good casino , comfortable rooms . 1 Guerra allowed per room , per day . Breakfast was good too"
United States
RAHUL
The price is ļæ„11,172
ļæ„12,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Front of property

3. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen, 0.6 km from Dolorosa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (610 reviews)
"Love the place and the staff."
United States
Georvis Rodriguez
The price is ļæ„9,271
ļæ„10,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Flat-screen TV

4. Balmoral Hotel San JosƩ CR, Historic District

Balmoral Hotel San JosƩ CR, Historic District
3.5 star property
Carmen, 0.6 km from Dolorosa
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Anastasia
The price is ļæ„14,817
ļæ„16,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Balmoral Hotel San JosƩ CR, Historic District
Bar (on property)

5. Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys
3.0 star property
Catedral, 0.7 km from Dolorosa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (536 reviews)
"Nice stay! Beautiful hotel!"
United States
Valeriia
The price is ļæ„7,803
ļæ„8,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Waterslide

6. Hotel Santo TomƔs

Hotel Santo TomƔs
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.9 km from Dolorosa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice pool, centrally located for walking around, friendly staff."
United States
Andres
The price is ļæ„8,756
ļæ„9,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hotel Santo TomƔs
The Apex | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

7. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral, 0.5 km from Dolorosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect location - great breakfast - excellent rooftop bar!"
United States
Thomas
The price is ļæ„14,001
ļæ„15,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Hotel Presidente
Meeting facility

8. Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Catedral, 1.2 km from Dolorosa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (720 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff."
United States
louis
The price is ļæ„3,673
ļæ„4,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Reception

9. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel Cultura Plaza
3.0 star property
Carmen, 0.6 km from Dolorosa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (538 reviews)
"Great location, delicious breakfast, and friendly staff. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Juanita
The price is ļæ„10,537
ļæ„11,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

10. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4.0 star property
1.6 km from Dolorosa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,349 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, the hotel & property are well kept. Breakfast outside in the courtyard is wonderful and the staff it courteous and professional"
United States
Tony
The price is ļæ„16,516
ļæ„18,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

11. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
1.2 km from Dolorosa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (440 reviews)
"Clean room, Great Bar, good vibes"
United States
Andy
The price is ļæ„10,591
ļæ„11,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Snack bar

12. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
AmĆ³n, 1 km from Dolorosa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (991 reviews)
"Great Place to stay"
United States
kishore
The price is ļæ„23,261
ļæ„26,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Junior Suite | View from room

13. Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
Chinatown, 0.6 km from Dolorosa
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (246 reviews)
"Very clean place"
United States
Laura
The price is ļæ„9,808
ļæ„11,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Hotel Colonial
Interior

14. Hotel Milan Costa Rica

Hotel Milan Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Merced, 1.3 km from Dolorosa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (420 reviews)
"Excelente"
United States
Carlos Manuel
The price is ļæ„6,952
ļæ„7,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Hotel Milan Costa Rica
Lobby

15. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Catedral, 0.5 km from Dolorosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (873 reviews)
"Location is excellent."
United Kingdom
Mohua
The price is ļæ„18,782
ļæ„21,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Coffee service

16. Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California, 1.3 km from Dolorosa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (325 reviews)
"The guy who let us in was super friendly and helpful with how to use the keys. We felt very safe and welcomed. It is a very walkable neighborhood and close to a strip of bars that offer plenty options of food, so you will never be bored. Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Luca
The price is ļæ„8,916
ļæ„10,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Hotel Casa 69
Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. Hotel Quinta Avenida

Hotel Quinta Avenida
3.0 star property
Merced, 1.3 km from Dolorosa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (238 reviews)
"Lots of stores close but the downtown area and nice scenery is about 10 min walk"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is ļæ„4,732
ļæ„5,347 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Hotel Quinta Avenida
Lobby

18. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
3.5 star property
Carmen, 0.8 km from Dolorosa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (258 reviews)
"Conveniently located, helpful staff & breakfast was great!"
United States
cielo
The price is ļæ„14,872
ļæ„16,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Interior

19. Hotel AmĆ³n Real

Hotel AmĆ³n Real
3.0 star property
AmĆ³n, 1 km from Dolorosa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (50 reviews)
"Checking in was a breeze and so it was checking out. The front desk lady got me a Uber ride right away. Very quiet and comfortable."
United States
Roy
The price is ļæ„6,972
ļæ„7,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Hotel AmĆ³n Real
Outdoor pool

20. BarcelĆ³ San JosĆ©

BarcelĆ³ San JosĆ©
4.0 star property
Uruca, 3.4 km from Dolorosa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,161 reviews)
"The property is well maintained, room was clean and offered a great view of the city and breakfast was excellent."
United States
Philip
The price is ļæ„14,830
ļæ„16,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
BarcelĆ³ San JosĆ©
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Where to stay in Dolorosa

Find the best Dolorosa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

La California

Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, a mix of residential and commercial buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A large stadium with a metal framework and rows of seats.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

A church with a tall spire and a clock tower.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian

Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

A historic building with arched windows and a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained hedges.

Carmen

If you're spending some time in Carmen, EstaciĆ³n del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

Top Dolorosa Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

8/10 Good
"Clean and 10 min walk from airport"
nick 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Frequently asked questions

What is Dolorosa like?
Travelers to San JosƩ's Dolorosa neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Dolorosa area?
With 10 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Dolorosa to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater San JosƩ area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Dolorosa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Dolorosa.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Dolorosa?
For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Dolorosa, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in Dolorosa?
A few places to visit in the area around Dolorosa include Municipal Crafts Market, Central Park, and Melico Salazar Theatre. While you're out sightseeing, National Theater of Costa Rica and Plaza de la Cultura are a couple of additional sights to visit in San JosƩ.

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