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A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.
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.
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.

1. 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
￥13,348
￥15,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a kitchen visible in the background.
A group of people seated around a wooden table in a room with a high ceiling and exposed beams.
A conference room with wooden tables, laptops, and people working.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

2. Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
Catedral
United States
louis
￥2,018
￥4,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Costa Rica Guesthouse
A wooden interior with a view of a garden through large windows.
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.
A view through a window with a stone pathway leading to a garden with a stone bench and various plants.

3. Hotel Villa Zurqui

Hotel Villa Zurqui
San Jeronimo
Netherlands
Peter
￥5,838
￥6,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Villa Zurqui
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a framed picture, and a wall mural of palm trees.
Swim-up bar
An outdoor nighttime scene with a pool, surrounded by palm trees and a crowd of people.

4. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Catedral
United States
D'Arcy
￥1,379
￥3,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
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 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 entrance with a large archway, a reception desk, and a crosswalk leading to the entrance.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a view of the mountains.

5. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Thomas
￥13,665
￥15,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
An outdoor café with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of buildings in the background.
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.

6. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
Carmen
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
￥6,009
￥6,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Viajero San José Hostel
A modern living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a fish tank.
A modern office space with cubicles, a large chalkboard with colorful drawings, and a wooden ceiling.
A room with two wicker chairs, a glass table with magazines, a vase with flowers, and a wall with a circular mirror and artwork.
A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Eco Stay CR

Eco Stay CR
Catedral
Canada
Eassa
￥5,832
￥6,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Eco Stay CR
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 living room with a large window, a white sofa, colorful cushions, a white coffee table, and a red chair.
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.

8. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
La Sabana
United States
Henry
￥6,258
￥7,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a grey sofa, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a sink, and a dining area with teal chairs.
Terrace/patio
A swimming pool surrounded by modern apartment buildings, with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

9. Charming 2-bedroom condo apartment with WiFi, fitness & pool in San José

Charming 2-bedroom condo apartment with WiFi, fitness & pool in San José
Hatillo
Canada
Thomas J.
￥11,852
￥16,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Charming 2-bedroom condo apartment with WiFi, fitness & pool in San José
A room with a wooden ceiling, a large map on the wall, a red patterned sofa, and a glass door leading outside.
A courtyard with a tiled floor, a bench, and a table with a colorful mural.
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.

10. In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
San Pedro
United States
Joseph
￥3,542
￥4,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
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Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

8/10 Good
"It is a Good place with continental breakfast a litte better the the others competitors!"
Glenervan 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

10/10 Excellent
"Great Place Place to get in and Out of the Country . Always a pleasure to enjoy Facilities."
Eric 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Barceló San José
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"I have stayed at this hotel 3 times. I appreciate its proximity to both the domestic and international airports. The shuttle runs 24 hours."
Janice K 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent
"La piscina estupenda y la atención del personal muy buena"
Ericka 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

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When is the best time for a budget trip to San Diego?
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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