Central Valley
Travel Guide
Visit Central Valley
Where to stay in Central Valley
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.
Pavas
While Pavas isn't home to many top sights, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Amusement Park San Jose are some notable places to visit nearby.
La Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Barceló San José
Very impressed better than what I thought clean rooms, clean hotel. The pool area was very nice. The buffet was actually very good with a lot of things to choose from the on-site restaurants and bar also was a hit very close to everything easy access as well. Highly recommend recommended.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Estuve hospedado por 10 días y en todo este tiempo no hubo agua caliente, cuando consultamos nos dijeron que tenían problemas con la caldera, lo extraño fue que no la pudieran reparar en más de una semana!!!!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
This is a great hotel if you're staying overnight to catch your next flight. It's a few minutes from the San Jose airport, you have access to a free shuttle leaving every 15-20 minutes, and an early breakfast before you start your travels. I wouldn't stay more than 2 nights just because it's not ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Breakfast was not that interesting it would be a low on my rating only went 3 times in 25 days cause I just wasn’t that impressed coffee was like water . Laundry services was excellent
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Location is ok. Didn’t walk anywhere, not sure I would have. Room was clean and beautifully decorated. Kitchen basics could have been better but was usable. Bed comfy, pillows soft, grounds nicely decorated, free coffee upon arrival. Breakfast worth every penny. Pool looked very clean.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Nina´s - Juan Santamaria
Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Irazu Volcano National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Irazu Volcano National Park, a lovely green space in Santa Rosa. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
National Theater of Costa Rica
You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
