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Our top choices for San Diego cheap hotels

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 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 gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

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
Evarista F
￥13,384
￥15,124 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 staircase with a colorful mural on the wall.

2. Costa Rica Guesthouse

Costa Rica Guesthouse
Catedral
United States
louis
￥2,000
￥4,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Costa Rica Guesthouse
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 view through a window with a stone pathway leading to a garden with a stone bench and various plants.
A sign with 'RECEPTION' and 'RESTAURANTE LAS GALAS' directions, a building with a green roof, and parked cars.

3. Hotel Villa Zurqui

Hotel Villa Zurqui
San Jeronimo
Netherlands
Peter
￥5,833
￥6,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel Villa Zurqui
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.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A communal area with wooden tables and chairs, a central archway, and a bookshelf filled with books.

4. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
Carmen
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
￥6,456
￥7,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Viajero San José Hostel
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows.
Swim-up bar
An outdoor nighttime scene with a pool, surrounded by palm trees and a crowd of people.
A room with a mural of a lion, monkeys, and a sloth. There is a red chair and a wooden door with a sign above it.

5. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Catedral
Canada
Kiera
￥1,383
￥3,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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 hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a view of the mountains.
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.

6. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Thomas
￥13,701
￥15,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
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 beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
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
￥6,466
￥7,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
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 named Soluxe El Sesto with a signboard, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a green metal staircase.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.
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.

8. Soluxe El Sesteo

Soluxe El Sesteo
La Sabana
United States
Jose
￥9,083
￥10,264 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 spacious living room with a large window, a white sofa, colorful cushions, a white coffee table, and a red chair.
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a brick exterior, and a well-maintained lawn.
A hallway with a wooden floor and white walls with text. There is a red door at the end of the hallway.

9. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
La Sabana
United States
Henry
￥6,253
￥7,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A covered outdoor seating area with brick flooring, white arches, and a view of a mountainous landscape.
A kitchen with a dining area, a refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.
A living room with a wooden ceiling, a black leather sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden cabinet, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.
A house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

10. Villas Valle Bello Ujarras

Villas Valle Bello Ujarras
Santiago
Netherlands
G
￥8,230
￥10,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Villas Valle Bello Ujarras
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Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place with comfortable beds, close to shopping and restaurants. Very close to airport with free shuttle"
Jeff 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was friendly, and the location was convenient"
Maria 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room rain shower good food"
KRISTINA 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

10/10 Excellent
"The Property is in a fantastic location in the great community Belen. It is close to the city but still far enough away to feel like the country. The People are the most amazing part of this property. Love the kindness and generous nature to help. Great Job Marriot Hacienda!"
wesley 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Only challenge was few restaurants nearby."
Steve 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

8/10 Good
"The property was great! I would have wished for a bathroom that was a bit more upgraded, as we had upgraded our stay. The staff from start to finish was excellent and helpful!"
Alicia 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

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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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