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Our top choices for San José 3-star hotels

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a large TV screen displaying a movie.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

1. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
United States
Maria Olivia
RM413
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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 gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
Canada
Shaharyar
RM335
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, a kitchen area, and a dining section.
A retail store with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and plush toys.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.
A modern cafe with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

3. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
United States
Serena
RM490
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Pool
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, a clear entrance, and a parking lot.

4. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Cacique
United States
John Ross
RM429
RM485 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.
A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Los Molinos
United States
parisa
RM483
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."
A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. There are two paintings on the walls and a large window.
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.
A hotel lobby with a large digital display on the wall, a seating area with a red accent wall, and a carpeted floor.

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
United States
Richard
RM483
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.
A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

7. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
Cacique
United States
Robert
RM362
RM409 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hotel Mango
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.
A casino area with multiple slot machines and a chandelier.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wine rack.
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wooden nightstand with a floral arrangement, and a lamp in the background.

8. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Carmen
United States
Scott
RM346
RM391 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'Wyndham Garden' sign, and well-lit windows.
An outdoor patio with glass tables and chairs, a sofa, and a view of greenery.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract mural.
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a minimalist design.

9. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Jason
RM475
RM537 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, a glass railing, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A pool area with sun loungers and a bar.
A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a long counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and three bar stools.

10. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
La Ribera
Canada
Jean Pierre
RM587
RM663 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.
A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring high ceilings with exposed beams, hanging pendant lights, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.
A bar area with a neon sign, multiple shelves of bottles, and bar stools.

11. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Pozos
United States
Emmanuel
RM433
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A swimming pool with a bench, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a building in the background.
A modern office space with patterned chairs, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a patterned wall, and hanging pendant lights.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a stone-paved courtyard, and lush greenery.

12. Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
Uruca
United States
Jose roberto
RM460
RM519 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Irazu Hotel & Studios
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.
A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a wooden ceiling structure.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the cityscape at dusk.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large digital display.

13. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
United States
Igor
RM483
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.
A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.
A modern living room with a round coffee table, green armchairs, and a grey sofa. There is a large window with sheer curtains and a view of greenery outside.
A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

14. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Lavasha
RM448
RM506 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
A reception area with wooden block wall art, two pendant lights, and a display of plush toys.
A bar area with multiple stools, shelves with glassware, and hanging plants.
A long dining table set with glassware, plates, and cutlery, surrounded by wicker chairs.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a small ottoman.

15. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Sánchez
United States
Engel
RM533
RM602 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
A swimming pool with a view of a cityscape at night.
A staircase with white balustrades leading to a building with arched windows.
A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, white cabinets, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden deck with a table and benches, overlooking a garden and a view of the city.

16. Posada El Quijote

Posada El Quijote
San Rafael
United States
Lawrence Nicholas
RM261
RM342 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Posada El Quijote
A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by cushioned seating and plants.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, and a round dining table with black chairs.
A buffet with various dishes, including salads, soups, and grains, in a modern kitchen setting.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a television, and a sign indicating a kitchen area.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Duane
RM457
RM516 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.
A bar area with a circular bar, multiple stools, and a mural on the wall.
A modern lobby with a central seating area, wooden accents, and a staircase.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants.

18. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
Carmen
United States
Marci
RM547
RM619 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mounted TV, wooden paneling, a gray sofa with a yellow cushion, and a framed picture on the wall.
A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, featuring a large entrance canopy and a well-maintained landscaped area with palm trees and shrubs.
A modern dining area with wicker chairs and a wooden table, surrounded by potted plants and abstract art on the walls.

19. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Pozos
United States
Anessa
RM413
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
An outdoor bar area with seating and a view of a modern building.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, multiple bar stools, and a wine rack.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, wooden shelving units, and a stone wall in the background.
A modern interior with a central reception desk, wooden paneling, and a variety of decorative items on shelves.

20. AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Felipe
RM552
RM624 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
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Find Your Ideal 3 Star Hotel in San José

There's a reason the top 3-star hotels in San José, San José Province, Costa Rica are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in San José, you'll get affordable rates at these mid-range properties. Check through our listings and you'll find some hotels may even give you access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centres, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San José?
Hotel El Maragato, around 0.32 kilometers northeast of downtown San José, is an Expedia guest favourite. A cafe and an espresso maker are among its conveniences. Exe San Jose Centre is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travellers. It offers a sauna and a cafe, and is approximately 0.48 kilometers northeast of the centre.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San José?
The key difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in San José is the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more budget-friendly and provide the services and amenities required for your comfort, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can expect a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, deluxe toiletries and extra touches like on-site spas.