Places to Stay in San Jose

San Jose and its outlying areas are full of lodging options, from budget hostels to luxury hotels. With so many accommodation choices, all you need to do is pick your price and your preferred location, and enjoy your stay.

For budget backpackers, downtown San Jose offers myriad hostels, starting at $5 per night, close to nightlife and budget-friendly restaurants. You'll pay a bit more for a private bathroom and hot water, and the colonial Barrio Amon and La Sabana offer mid-range hotels starting around $45.

For a peaceful and mountainous setting, choose Escazu or Santa Ana, two of the city's most luxurious suburbs. Boutique hotels and upscale guesthouses dot the landscape, and often cost more than $100 per night.

With the abundance of hostels, hotels and luxury resorts, advance reservations are not always necessary, though travelers visiting during the high season (December through April) are advised to book rooms in advance. During Christmas and Easter weeks, visitors should reserve hotels several months prior to arrival.
 
A Note on Medical Tourism:
Many small hotels cater to clients recovering from medical procedures performed at one of the modern clinics / and hospitals in the San Jose area. Read more about medical tourism and the variety of dental, cosmetic and other types of surgeries available in Costa Rica.

Nearby Cities:

• Alajuela

• Atenas

• Escazu

• Grecia

• Santa Ana