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A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Ciudad Cariari
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,454 reviews)
"Nice beds & Airport shuttle was good to have."
United States
Evarista F
The price is RM321
RM363 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A garden area with outdoor seating, a lamp post, and a view of a mountain.

2. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
4.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay, close to everything and amazing views"
United States
Ernesto
The price is RM574
RM648 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
A clear swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with dense tropical foliage in the background.

3. The Falls by Lalibela

The Falls by Lalibela
3.5 star property
Manuel Antonio
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff from the front desk to the restaurant to housekeeping."
United States
Allen
The price is RM658
RM744 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Falls by Lalibela
A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, a kitchen area, and a dining section.

4. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,698 reviews)
"Great quick stay, clean and easy In and out with comfortable beds"
United States
Angel
The price is RM483
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

5. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (616 reviews)
"Great place to stay near airport"
Mexico
Jason
The price is RM108
RM149 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a person swimming, surrounded by a thatched roof, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

6. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
4.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I like everything in the hotel the staff and the rooms are very clean and nice we love the breakfast and the pool too definitely a beautiful place to come back again."
United States
Leticia
The price is RM964
RM1,089 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
A lush, tropical garden with a hot spring area, stone seating, and a variety of plants.

7. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
3.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,622 reviews)
"Great breakfast, nice staff, many pools"
United States
Herberth
The price is RM569
RM643 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
A pool area with a rock waterfall and surrounding tropical plants.

8. Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio

Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio
3.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (562 reviews)
"We absolutely loved the staff"
United States
Amal
The price is RM827
RM935 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio
A covered walkway leading to a building with a wooden structure and a metal roof.

9. Hotel Guanacaste

Hotel Guanacaste
2.0 star property
Liberia
7.0 out of 10, Good, (283 reviews)
"Great AC. Clean room. Friendly staff"
United States
Jairo
The price is RM159
RM180 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hotel Guanacaste
A clear pool with a stone edge, a white building with balconies, and a staircase leading to the upper floors.

10. Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana
3.5 star property
Uruca
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hotel for a good value"
United States
Shannon
The price is RM313
RM353 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hotel Luisiana
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Top Costa Rica Hotel Reviews

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

10/10 Excellent
"It was an amazing stay! Having the thermal pool just a few steps from our room made the experience even more special and relaxing. The staff was consistently welcoming, attentive, and responsive, making us feel well taken care of throughout our visit. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and we would definitely recommend it!"
Alejandro 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

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