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Our top choices for San José hotels with a bar
1. Barceló San José
Barceló San José4.0 star property
Uruca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,176 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(2,176 reviews)
"Very nice and comfortable place"
"Very nice and comfortable place"
MARITZA
The price is ￥11,437
￥11,437
￥12,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
2. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall3.5 star property
Los Molinos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,178 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(2,178 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."Rosa
3. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1,002 reviews)
"Well maintained, clean and great breakfast, close to airport"
"Well maintained, clean and great breakfast, close to airport"Merri Heather
4. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,705 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(2,705 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and conveniently located close to the airport and hire cars"
"Very nice hotel and conveniently located close to the airport and hire cars"
Suresh
5. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (714 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(714 reviews)
"Neat as always, perfect location."
"Neat as always, perfect location."Shelly
6. Hotel Mango
Hotel Mango3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,537 reviews)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1,537 reviews)
"Close to the airport, will stay there again"
"Close to the airport, will stay there again"Danny
7. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton4.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (903 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(903 reviews)
"Nice hotel, good location right in the hart of downtown."
"Nice hotel, good location right in the hart of downtown."John Edward
8. Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente4.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1,002 reviews)
"Wonderfull breakfast and the staff is friendly and helpful."
"Wonderfull breakfast and the staff is friendly and helpful."Denneth
The price is ￥17,752
￥17,752
￥20,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica3.5 star property
Ciudad Cariari
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,500 reviews)
8.4/10
Very good
(3,500 reviews)
"Good location for the airport."
"Good location for the airport."Joseph
The price is ￥14,110
￥14,110
￥15,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
10. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center4.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2,117 reviews)
7.6/10
Good
(2,117 reviews)
"Excellent rooms, gym, pool and restaurants."
"Excellent rooms, gym, pool and restaurants."
Fernando
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top San José Hotel Reviews
Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center
Hyatt Place Cariari Convention CenterUlloa
10/10 Excellent
It was an amazing experience! Friendly staff and clean amenities!
It was an amazing experience! Friendly staff and clean amenities!
Erika
Hotel El Arca, Jardín Botánico y Restaurante
Hotel El Arca, Jardín Botánico y RestauranteSan Pedro
10/10 Excellent
Wonderful property at the botanical gardens overlooking the San Jose city with nice walking trails.
Tons of birds and butterflies.
The on-site restaurant is top notch.
I don’t need one, but rooms do not have televisions.
Use caution if driving as the roads are steep and narrow. Cars and trucks often park in the road creating one lane there aren’t any sidewalks so people and dogs also share the roads so be mindful if driving.
Wonderful property at the botanical gardens overlooking the San Jose city with nice walking trails.
Tons of birds and butterflies.
The on-site restaurant is top notch.
I don’t need one, but rooms do not have televisions.
Use caution if driving as the roads are steep and narrow. Cars and trucks often park in the road creating one lane there aren’t any sidewalks so people and dogs also share the roads so be mindful if driving.
James
Peace Lodge
Peace LodgeVara Blanca
10/10 Excellent
We were floored when we first saw the view and the room! It is so special and our first night was quiet and romantic. The grounds are gorgeous. The staff was exceptional! We only had a couple of complaints and when we had the complaints, the staff was eager to help in any way possible. We had an issue with our DVD player-which in our mind wasn't a huge deal because it's so fantastic there you don't really need movies, but we wanted to relax our last night and we couldn't get the DVD player to...
We were floored when we first saw the view and the room! It is so special and our first night was quiet and romantic. The grounds are gorgeous. The staff was exceptional! We only had a couple of complaints and when we had the complaints, the staff was eager to help in any way possible. We had an issue with our DVD player-which in our mind wasn't a huge deal because it's so fantastic there you don't really need movies, but we wanted to relax our last night and we couldn't get the DVD player to...
Anonymous traveler
Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique
Guácima Escondida Hotel BoutiqueGuacima
10/10 Excellent
Es un lugar espectacular para conectarte con la naturaleza y con uno mismo. Personal bien atento y lugares cercanos para visitar.
Es un lugar espectacular para conectarte con la naturaleza y con uno mismo. Personal bien atento y lugares cercanos para visitar.
Diana Marie Vargas
Canal Grande Lodge
Canal Grande LodgePiedades
10/10 Excellent
We had a wonderful Christmas week at Canal Grande Lodge! Raffael and his staff were excellent hosts who made sure we had everything we needed. The small hotel was quiet and beautifully situated. You could walk to restaurants and a few small local stores. We enjoyed Santa Margaritas down the street on 2 nights of our stay. If you know this is a small, local property that’s comfortably lived in and you don’t expect a palace for your shoestring budget, you’ll be very happily surprised by this...
We had a wonderful Christmas week at Canal Grande Lodge! Raffael and his staff were excellent hosts who made sure we had everything we needed. The small hotel was quiet and beautifully situated. You could walk to restaurants and a few small local stores. We enjoyed Santa Margaritas down the street on 2 nights of our stay. If you know this is a small, local property that’s comfortably lived in and you don’t expect a palace for your shoestring budget, you’ll be very happily surprised by this...
Anonymous traveler
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & SpaJesús
10/10 Excellent
This was my retreat experience and was delighted by the place. I see that EXPEDIA rates it at 3 1/2 star but would consider this place much higher. The place is very new and decorated in a calm, simple but yet stylish way. The setting on the side of the mountain offers stunning views and the sound of the forest is so peaceful. I was blown away by the attention of the employees, they are genuine and kind. If you are concern about the semi/raw diet...don't be!! I was so surprise on how good...
This was my retreat experience and was delighted by the place. I see that EXPEDIA rates it at 3 1/2 star but would consider this place much higher. The place is very new and decorated in a calm, simple but yet stylish way. The setting on the side of the mountain offers stunning views and the sound of the forest is so peaceful. I was blown away by the attention of the employees, they are genuine and kind. If you are concern about the semi/raw diet...don't be!! I was so surprise on how good...
Julie B
Hotel Grano de Oro
Hotel Grano de OroHospital
10/10 Excellent
From the moment we stepped from our transfer, we were treated royally - the staff is trained well, very friendly, and efficient! The courtyard, used for meals, was lovely - heaters provided for cooler weather. The menus for both breakfast and dinner offered a variety of local as well as international options. Our standard room was small, but very comfortable.
The best feature, for those who love to walk, is the location - a twenty minute stroll from central downtown, near wonderful museums...
From the moment we stepped from our transfer, we were treated royally - the staff is trained well, very friendly, and efficient! The courtyard, used for meals, was lovely - heaters provided for cooler weather. The menus for both breakfast and dinner offered a variety of local as well as international options. Our standard room was small, but very comfortable.
The best feature, for those who love to walk, is the location - a twenty minute stroll from central downtown, near wonderful museums...
NRM
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San JoseCiudad Cariari
10/10 Excellent
This is a brand new property, recently built. This hotel has a great location, steps from the Costa Rica Convention Center, there are shopping malls, clinics, restaurants, at walkable distance.
There is shuttle service to the SJO airport,
Breakfast was great too including costarican typical food.
Hope to be staying here again soon!
This is a brand new property, recently built. This hotel has a great location, steps from the Costa Rica Convention Center, there are shopping malls, clinics, restaurants, at walkable distance.
There is shuttle service to the SJO airport,
Breakfast was great too including costarican typical food.
Hope to be staying here again soon!
Luis
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
Hotel Bougainvillea San JoséSanto Tomas
10/10 Excellent
The staff at the Bougainvillea welcome and get to know each and every one of their guests. You feel like you are a guest in their own home. The rooms are clean and spacious with great views of the mountain or the garden - I had a tree top view of a flowering Margarita tree - sensational! The dining is good and the prices comparable to most restaurants. Don't expect a bargain as there are none in Costa Rica. However, the breakfast is free, substantial and you can have as much as you want of...
The staff at the Bougainvillea welcome and get to know each and every one of their guests. You feel like you are a guest in their own home. The rooms are clean and spacious with great views of the mountain or the garden - I had a tree top view of a flowering Margarita tree - sensational! The dining is good and the prices comparable to most restaurants. Don't expect a bargain as there are none in Costa Rica. However, the breakfast is free, substantial and you can have as much as you want of...
Pat
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El CoyolSan José
10/10 Excellent
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Villa San Ignacio
Villa San IgnacioTambor
10/10 Excellent
Nice staff, restaurant fine, pretty grounds
Nice staff, restaurant fine, pretty grounds
Martha
Apartamentos Cityzen
Apartamentos CityzenLa Ribera
10/10 Excellent
I love the apartment setup! Staff was helpful and friendly. All the essentials were included. I would definitely book again!!!!
I love the apartment setup! Staff was helpful and friendly. All the essentials were included. I would definitely book again!!!!
Johntelle
Vista Canyon Inn
Vista Canyon InnBrasil
10/10 Excellent
Great experience ! Dave ,Marsha, Elezar and the staff went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable ,and everything was taken care of. They arranged a tour,massage, taxi service, meal delivery, and were always there with any questions I had.
Fresh breakfasts using local ingredients were delicious. I had a nice room near the pool and hot tub,which were always clean and available. Very nice landscaping with palm trees ,flowers,and plants. Being next to the canyon is nice, the property...
Great experience ! Dave ,Marsha, Elezar and the staff went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable ,and everything was taken care of. They arranged a tour,massage, taxi service, meal delivery, and were always there with any questions I had.
Fresh breakfasts using local ingredients were delicious. I had a nice room near the pool and hot tub,which were always clean and available. Very nice landscaping with palm trees ,flowers,and plants. Being next to the canyon is nice, the property...
Anonymous traveler
Xandari Resort And Spa
Xandari Resort And SpaSan Isidro
10/10 Excellent
This wonderful property has amazing views and plenty of activities to enjoy from waterfalls to the farm where they grow their food as well as multiple pools with beautiful views and personal villas that provide privacy and comfort! All of the staff members were extremely pleasant and very helpful with booking spa experiences as well as helping with anything you wanted or needed outside of the resort. We want to especially thank Mario who is such a beautiful soul and an amazing host. He made our...
This wonderful property has amazing views and plenty of activities to enjoy from waterfalls to the farm where they grow their food as well as multiple pools with beautiful views and personal villas that provide privacy and comfort! All of the staff members were extremely pleasant and very helpful with booking spa experiences as well as helping with anything you wanted or needed outside of the resort. We want to especially thank Mario who is such a beautiful soul and an amazing host. He made our...
Sheneika
Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn
Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and InnJesús
10/10 Excellent
My daughter and I had the great pleasure of visiting this beautiful coffee plantation. The staff, the food, the coffee, and the atmosphere exceeded our expectations. Ed and Pablo helped us with our reservations and we’re so welcoming when we arrived. Even the owner greeted us! The staff made us feel at home. Ulysses lead the tour of the plantation and the bird watching tour. I was so impressed with him! He not only found the most beautiful birds but was able catch a picture for me! The...
My daughter and I had the great pleasure of visiting this beautiful coffee plantation. The staff, the food, the coffee, and the atmosphere exceeded our expectations. Ed and Pablo helped us with our reservations and we’re so welcoming when we arrived. Even the owner greeted us! The staff made us feel at home. Ulysses lead the tour of the plantation and the bird watching tour. I was so impressed with him! He not only found the most beautiful birds but was able catch a picture for me! The...
Donna
Hortensias Chalets Vara Blanca
Hortensias Chalets Vara BlancaVara Blanca
10/10 Excellent
Nice clean rooms the stuff was so helpful and very nice
Nice clean rooms the stuff was so helpful and very nice
Anonymous traveler
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
Hyatt Centric San José EscazúSan Rafael
10/10 Excellent
The hotel is new and modern. The room is comfortable, the breakfast is pretty fantastic and the staff friendly and attentive. It is located near restaurants and a shopping center. I would stay again
The hotel is new and modern. The room is comfortable, the breakfast is pretty fantastic and the staff friendly and attentive. It is located near restaurants and a shopping center. I would stay again
Patricia
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
AC Hotel San Jose Airport BelenLa Ribera
10/10 Excellent
Beautiful hotel, clean, very friendly staff. Nice gym and gorgeous rooftop pool and bar. Breakfast was delicious. Shuttle to airport was seamless. We would stay here again!
Beautiful hotel, clean, very friendly staff. Nice gym and gorgeous rooftop pool and bar. Breakfast was delicious. Shuttle to airport was seamless. We would stay here again!
NICOLE
Studio Hotel Boutique
Studio Hotel BoutiqueSanta Ana
10/10 Excellent
We stayed and Studio Hotel for the second time after the first experience was very pleasurable. The rooms are great, the staff extremely friendly, and the location is hard to beat. I would recommend this hotel to anyone.
We stayed and Studio Hotel for the second time after the first experience was very pleasurable. The rooms are great, the staff extremely friendly, and the location is hard to beat. I would recommend this hotel to anyone.
Andrew
Frequently Asked Questions
Searching for hotels with bars in San José?
If you prefer a place to stay where you can enjoy a beer after sightseeing, San José features 1371 hotels and other lodging options, including 130 accommodations with a bar on site. While you're here, consider a visit to Central Park and National Theater of Costa Rica.
How many hotels with onsite bars will I find in San José?
Expedia has 130 hotels with a bar in San José.
What is there to do in San José?
Consider a visit to Central Park, National Theater of Costa Rica, and Plaza de la Cultura, and then find a cozy spot for a nightcap. Other places to see include Mercado Central and National Museum of Costa Rica. San José is recognized for its bird watching, local tours, and entertainment choices.
When is the best time to visit San José?
Visiting local bars in San José is more fun when you know what the weather holds. These rainfall averages and temperatures can help you determine the best time for bar hopping. 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 José are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 26 inches of rainfall.
How can I get to San José and around the area?
Here are some of your transportation choices in and around San José: Fly into San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is located 4.4 mi (7.1 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.