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Our top choices for San Rafael family-friendly hotels

A wooden playground with a slide and swings.

A building with a central fountain, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

A symmetrical building with a central atrium, surrounded by palm trees and featuring large windows and balconies.

An infinity pool with a thatched roof, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

1. Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

San Rafael

Spacious family retreat with two outdoor pools, playground, and complimentary breakfast just minutes from Sabana Park.

￥14,437

￥16,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.

An outdoor bar area with a modern design, featuring a long counter with bar stools and a decorative light fixture above.

A modern lobby with a large window, a vertical plant wall, and a seating area with a lamp.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, large windows, and a prominent sign.

2. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

San Rafael

￥18,641

￥21,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by cushioned seating and plants.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a television, and a sign indicating a kitchen area.

A modern bathroom with a herringbone tile pattern, a round mirror with a light, a wooden vanity with a sink, and a towel rack.

A buffet with various dishes, including salads, soups, and grains, in a modern kitchen setting.

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥18,878

￥21,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a minimalist design.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, hanging pendant lights, and a large abstract painting.

A modern building with multiple commercial spaces including a restaurant named "Olive Garden" and a cinema named "Universal".

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract mural.

4. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥19,512

￥22,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative wall.

A modern reception area with a counter, a decorative plant, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A modern living room with a TV, sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥23,303

￥26,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

An outdoor bar area with seating and a view of a modern building.

A modern multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating areas, and a landscaped courtyard.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, multiple bar stools, and a wine rack.

A modern interior with a central reception desk, wooden paneling, and a variety of decorative items on shelves.

6. AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥21,253

￥24,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious backyard with a swing set, a slide, and a small playhouse.

A staircase with white balustrades leading to a building with arched windows.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A wooden deck with a table and benches, overlooking a garden and a view of the city.

7. Posada El Quijote

San Rafael

￥9,310

￥12,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A multi-level atrium with a view of a pool and greenery.

A water feature with a stone-lined path flanked by trees and shrubs, leading to a building entrance.

A multi-level shopping mall with a central atrium, escalators, and various retail stores.

A hotel entrance with a fountain, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

8. InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

San Rafael

Dive into family bliss at this Costa Rican retreat with a children's pool, three outdoor swimming pools, and babysitting services.

￥36,095

￥42,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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Breakfast included

Pool

All-inclusive

4 stars

5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in San Rafael

A swimming pool with a view of a cityscape at night.

A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, white cabinets, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A staircase with white balustrades leading to a building with arched windows.

Posada El Quijote

San Rafael

￥9,310

￥12,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.

An outdoor bar area with a modern design, featuring a long counter with bar stools and a decorative light fixture above.

A modern lobby with a large window, a vertical plant wall, and a seating area with a lamp.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, large windows, and a prominent sign.

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

San Rafael

￥18,641

￥21,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An infinity pool with a thatched roof, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A symmetrical building with a central atrium, surrounded by palm trees and featuring large windows and balconies.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a barbecue grill, and a table with drinks and fruits.

A building with a central fountain, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

San Rafael

￥14,437

￥16,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

An outdoor bar area with seating and a view of a modern building.

A modern multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating areas, and a landscaped courtyard.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, multiple bar stools, and a wine rack.

A modern interior with a central reception desk, wooden paneling, and a variety of decorative items on shelves.

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥21,253

￥24,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'Wyndham Garden' sign, and well-lit windows.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract mural.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, hanging pendant lights, and a large abstract painting.

An outdoor patio with glass tables and chairs, a sofa, and a view of greenery.

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥19,512

￥22,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative wall.

A modern reception area with a counter, a decorative plant, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A modern living room with a TV, sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase.

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥23,303

￥26,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by cushioned seating and plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a television, and a sign indicating a kitchen area.

A buffet with various dishes, including salads, soups, and grains, in a modern kitchen setting.

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥18,878

￥21,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A multi-level atrium with a view of a pool and greenery.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a dining area with chairs and a table in the background.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a pool and buildings.

A hotel entrance with a fountain, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

San Rafael

￥36,095

￥42,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifebuoy, and lounge chairs.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large windows with a city view, and hanging lamps.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a green wall feature, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern interior with seating arrangements, a decorative wall, and large windows.

Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

San Rafael

￥24,063

￥27,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase.

A room with a wooden reception desk, a round table with chairs, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and a painting of flowers.

A bathroom with a large, oval-shaped sink with a palm tree design, a towel rack, and toiletries.

Out of Bounds Hotel

San Rafael

￥10,157

￥11,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in San Rafael

A swimming pool with a view of a cityscape at night.

A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, white cabinets, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A staircase with white balustrades leading to a building with arched windows.

Posada El Quijote

San Rafael

￥9,310

￥12,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An infinity pool with a thatched roof, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A symmetrical building with a central atrium, surrounded by palm trees and featuring large windows and balconies.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a barbecue grill, and a table with drinks and fruits.

A building with a central fountain, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

San Rafael

￥14,437

￥16,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'Wyndham Garden' sign, and well-lit windows.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract mural.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, hanging pendant lights, and a large abstract painting.

An outdoor patio with glass tables and chairs, a sofa, and a view of greenery.

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥19,512

￥22,049 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative wall.

A modern reception area with a counter, a decorative plant, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A modern living room with a TV, sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase.

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

￥23,303

￥26,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A multi-level atrium with a view of a pool and greenery.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a dining area with chairs and a table in the background.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a pool and buildings.

A hotel entrance with a fountain, palm trees, and a well-maintained garden.

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG

San Rafael

￥36,095

￥42,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifebuoy, and lounge chairs.

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, large windows with a city view, and hanging lamps.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a green wall feature, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern interior with seating arrangements, a decorative wall, and large windows.

Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

San Rafael

￥24,063

￥27,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

10/10 Excellent

"El wifi no es muy bueno pero de ahí todo bien"

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful room with friendly and wonderful staff. The restaurant in the hotel was pricey but the food was amazing. Location is in a busy area but there’s lots to do all in walking distance. Also There’s nowhere to park, you can only do valet which is just a one-time payment of $28 for your whole stay."

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, staff was friendly!"

Barceló San José

Barceló San José

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, excellent service at restaurant, great servers and chefs, Jessica at the front desk was very helpful and informative on the surrounding area."

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"The room was always kept clean from our first day to the last. The staff was always very nice and helpful. I will definitely be coming back to Costa Rica and staying at the DoubleTree!!!"

Posada El Quijote

Posada El Quijote

10/10 Excellent

"Great view and location. Friendly staff. Great value for the money."

Frequently asked questions

What's San Rafael like for family-friendly vacations?

The destination of San Rafael is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the kids. There are some interesting activities the entire family might enjoy. Take to the air and fly into San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is the closest airport, or Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from the city center.

What's the best hotel when traveling with kids to San Rafael?

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall by IHG is a hotel with 3 outdoor pools and 4 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your kid-friendly vacation include Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica and Casa Isabella.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in San Rafael?

The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 66°F. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 26 inches of rainfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in San Rafael?

While you and your family are visiting San Rafael, you might want to check out some kid-friendly attractions such as Avenida Escazú Shopping Center, Plaza Tempo, and Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Escazú Village and Plaza Itskazú.