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A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.
A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
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.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
Canada
Shaharyar
￥12,853
￥14,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A wooden interior with a view of a garden through large windows.
A hotel entrance with a signboard, a paved driveway, and surrounding greenery.
A sign with 'RECEPTION' and 'RESTAURANTE LAS GALAS' directions, a building with a green roof, and parked cars.
A house with a front porch, a stone pathway, and a garden with benches.

2. Hotel Villa Zurqui

Hotel Villa Zurqui
San Jeronimo
Netherlands
Peter
￥5,235
￥5,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hotel Villa Zurqui
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 entrance with a large archway, a reception desk, and a crosswalk leading to the entrance.
A modern indoor dining area with round tables and wicker chairs, featuring a central island and framed black-and-white photographs on the walls.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a view of the mountains.

3. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Carlos
￥13,616
￥15,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Two individuals seated at an outdoor table with various breakfast items, surrounded by greenery.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.
A wooden staircase with ornate metal railings leading to an upper floor.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

4. Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
Catedral
United States
louis
￥2,112
￥4,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Costa Rica Guesthouse
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.
An indoor space with a high ceiling, metal beams, and a variety of potted plants. There are two people seated on chairs, one on a yellow chair and one on a white chair. A person is standing on a staircase.
An outdoor café with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of buildings in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

5. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
Carmen
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
￥6,415
￥7,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Viajero San José Hostel
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows.
An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with patrons, and a kitchen in the background.
Swim-up bar
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a framed picture, and a wall mural of palm trees.

6. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Catedral
Canada
Kiera
￥1,250
￥3,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table with tires, a television, and a sound system.
A person working at a desk with a laptop, surrounded by a partitioned workspace with a plant and a painting on the wall.
A cozy outdoor seating area with a wooden bench and cushions, surrounded by potted plants and a small table with decorative items.
A room with two wicker chairs, a glass table with magazines, a vase with flowers, and a wall with a circular mirror and artwork.

7. Eco Stay CR

Eco Stay CR
Catedral
Canada
Eassa
￥6,354
￥7,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Eco Stay CR
Two beds with white linens and floral-patterned bedspreads, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A hotel room with three beds, each with a different patterned bedspread. There is a wall-mounted lamp on the right side of the room.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.
A hotel named Soluxe El Sesto with a signboard, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a green metal staircase.

8. Soluxe El Sesteo

Soluxe El Sesteo
La Sabana
United States
Jose
￥9,023
￥10,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Soluxe El Sesteo
A modern bathroom with a large white sink, a patterned tile backsplash, and a small garden area with a pergola.
A hallway with a wooden floor and white walls with text. There is a red door at the end of the hallway.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, a wooden bench with cushions, a blue chair, a red knitted pouf, and a white table with a small plant.
A spacious living room with a large window, a white sofa, colorful cushions, a white coffee table, and a red chair.

9. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
La Sabana
United States
Henry
￥5,648
￥6,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A room with a wooden ceiling, a large map on the wall, a red patterned sofa, and a glass door leading outside.
A room with a bed, a window with a patterned curtain, a wooden floor, and a desk with a lamp.
A two-story building with a gated entrance, a large illuminated sign, and a street in front.
A plate of pancakes topped with apple slices and banana pieces, served on a white plate.

10. In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
San Pedro
United States
Joseph
￥3,530
￥3,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
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Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"muy agradable!!"
Donald 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent
"Very good service and the staff are so kind and welcoming , they also gave us tips and tourist attractions me and my family should visit . We enjoyed our stay no complains at all . The breakfast was amazing as well !! The room service as well was top notch"
Steven 6-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Nice hotel, good location right in the hart of downtown."
John Edward 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, good breakfast, quietness"
Hyun 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

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Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to San Diego, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 65°F. The rainiest months in San Diego are October, June, August, and September, with each month seeing an average of 24 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Diego?
You don't have to spend a lot to find places to visit in San Diego. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for activities that cost very little. Take in the local culture at National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at National Park.
How can I get to San Diego and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around San Diego can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), 10.9 mi (17.5 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) away: Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). San Diego might not have many public transit options to choose from so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to explore more of the area.

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