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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall and a metal ladder.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.
A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.

1. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
Uruca
United States
Enrique
￥14,756
￥16,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Barceló San José
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a colorful mural, a seating area, and lush green plants.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched gazebo.
A corridor with a wooden ceiling, stone pillars, and a patterned floor.
A lobby with a chandelier, stone walls, and a reception desk.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Graciela
￥17,414
￥19,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.
A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, comfortable seating, a television, and a fireplace.
A person holding a wine glass at a bar with sushi appetizers on the counter.
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, arched doorways, and a view of the city at night.

3. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
La Asunción
United States
Julia Dennise
￥23,439
￥26,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
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 hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, large windows, and a prominent sign.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Centric' sign, featuring a multi-story structure with a mix of glass and wood paneling, and a covered entrance area.

4. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
San Rafael
United States
Carl
￥27,726
￥31,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.
A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.
A modern living room with a round coffee table, green armchairs, and a grey sofa. There is a large window with sheer curtains and a view of greenery outside.
A snack display with chips and a refrigerated beverage section in a modern store.

5. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Luz
￥19,617
￥22,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.
A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.
A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a compact kitchen area with a refrigerator and a coffee machine.

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Alexis
￥12,368
￥13,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A room with a bed, two recliners, a wooden floor, a ceiling fan, and a TV.
A building with the sign "HOTEL CASTILLO" indicating a hotel establishment.
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a long bar counter, and several chairs.
A balcony with a table and chairs, a red roof, and a view of a cityscape.

7. Hotel Castillo

Hotel Castillo
Carmen
United States
Felicia
￥14,292
￥16,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Hotel Castillo
A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a view of the mountains.
A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, wooden beams on the ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.
A modern indoor dining area with round tables and wicker chairs, featuring a central island and framed black-and-white photographs on the walls.

8. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Thomas
￥13,655
￥15,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

9. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
Canada
Carol
￥15,888
￥17,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.
A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, a wall-mounted elevator, and decorative wall art.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.
A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

10. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
United States
Juan
￥17,930
￥20,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.
A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. There are two paintings on the walls and a large window.
A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
United States
Kimberly
￥18,586
￥21,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

12. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Cacique
United States
Kyle
￥16,675
￥18,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the cityscape at dusk.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large digital display.
A modern high-rise building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent red logo on the side.

13. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
United States
Chandler
￥17,930
￥20,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A modern bar area with wicker chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles.
A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Los Molinos
United States
Nicole
￥17,414
￥19,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a long counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and three bar stools.
A rooftop lounge with wicker furniture, a central table, and a view of the city at dusk.
A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, a glass railing, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

15. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
La Ribera
United States
Allistaire
￥22,653
￥25,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mural on the wall.
A rooftop garden with seating areas and a view of surrounding buildings.
A reception area with a wooden desk, chairs, and a plant.

16. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
Catedral
United States
David
￥15,244
￥17,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hotel Presidente
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.
A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.
A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

17. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
Cacique
United States
Robert
￥13,366
￥15,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Hotel Mango
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a distant cityscape.
A hot tub with a view of a city and mountains, surrounded by lush greenery.
A reception area with a thatched roof, a reception desk, seating, and potted plants.
A bar area with a wooden counter, wicker chairs, and a large plant.

18. Xandari Resort And Spa

Xandari Resort And Spa
San Isidro
United States
Norma
￥38,890
￥43,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Xandari Resort And Spa
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a view of a garden and pool through large windows.

19. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San Francisco
United States
Tony
￥16,901
￥19,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.
A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern interior with a large window, a sofa, red chairs, and a bar area.
A spacious, modern lounge with a high ceiling, large windows offering a cityscape view, and contemporary furniture.

20. Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
United States
GUSTAVO
￥30,248
￥34,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
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￥21,718 total
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includes taxes & fees
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DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"It was a great stay overall"
Nelia 7-night trip
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DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

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