Top 10 Hotels Near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design in San José for 2026

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A courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by ornate architectural details and greenery.

A grand staircase with wooden railings and a chandelier, leading to a room with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A large, historic building with a turret and multiple windows, likely a hotel or public building.

A spacious room with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a patterned floor.

1. Hotel Grano de Oro

San Bosco, 2.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Steve

RM653

RM738 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a fish tank.

A cozy outdoor seating area with a wooden bench and cushions, surrounded by potted plants and a small table with decorative items.

A room with two wicker chairs, a glass table with magazines, a vase with flowers, and a wall with a circular mirror and artwork.

A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Eco Stay CR

Catedral, 0.9 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Eassa

RM184

RM208 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A restaurant with yellow walls, blue chairs, and a variety of plants. Tables are set with plates and cutlery.

A hallway with a patterned floor, a bench, and artwork on the walls.

A bright yellow interior with mirrored walls, blue hanging lights, and a tiled floor.

A hallway with a wooden door, a staircase, and various plants.

3. Hotel Casa 69

La California, 0.7 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

jeff

RM224

RM254 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.

A reception area with a marble floor, three reception desks, and a wall with the hotel's name and establishment year.

A modern lounge with a city view, featuring a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A modern bar area with a patterned floor, seating arrangements, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

4. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Catedral, 0.7 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Esteban

RM499

RM564 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

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.

A casino area with multiple slot machines and a chandelier.

5. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen, 0.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."

Scott

RM346

RM391 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.

A communal area with wooden tables and chairs, a central archway, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

An outdoor café with wooden tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of buildings in the background.

6. Viajero San José Hostel

Otoya, 0.2 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

JOSE MAURICIO

RM167

RM189 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a potted plant, and a view through a window with curtains.

A narrow hallway with a teal door leading to a room with a brick wall, a hanging light fixture, and a hammock chair.

A room with a blue brick wall, a teal sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf with books and plants.

7. Lolas Hostal

0.9 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Barry

RM103

RM190 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern living room with a large window, a piano, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A modern gym with large windows, exercise equipment, and a view of palm trees and mountains.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining table, and chairs.

A rooftop terrace with a hot tub and lounge chairs, overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

8. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

Barrio Escalante, 1 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

carlos julius caesar

RM361

RM500 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A breakfast setup with two plates of scrambled eggs and toast, a glass of orange juice, and a cup of coffee on a wicker table.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a balcony, and a tree in the foreground.

A spacious lobby with a billiards table, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

An open doorway to a courtyard with a tiled floor, a small table with chairs, and a variety of plants.

9. The Victorian Hotel CR

San Bosco, 2.2 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Kathy

RM351

RM397 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

The exterior of a hotel named 'TAIRONA' with a modern entrance, glass doors, and a well-maintained garden area.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with wooden cabinets, and a stone fireplace.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a television, and a stone fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

10. Apartotel Tairona

1.7 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Miguel

RM296

RM334 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A rooftop garden with seating areas and a view of surrounding buildings.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mural on the wall.

A reception area with a wooden desk, chairs, and a plant.

11. Hotel Presidente

Catedral, 0.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Brian

RM434

RM490 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

A narrow hallway with a patterned carpet, a wooden railing, and a door at the end.

A staircase with decorative elements, a covered outdoor area with plants, and a building with a white facade.

A long, tiled kitchen with a view of the street through a window.

12. Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen, 0.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Yolanda

RM275

RM311 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

13. Ara Macao Inn

La California, 0.6 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Ronald

RM143

RM162 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

A modern building with a central glass atrium, surrounded by lush greenery and a small water feature.

A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a view of a garden and pool through large windows.

14. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

1.1 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Kemal

RM472

RM533 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a dining area.

A dining area with a round table, cushioned chairs, and a decorative floral arrangement.

15. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

San Bosco, 2.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Lazaro Garcia

RM447

RM506 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern interior with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, a staircase, and a large plant.

A modern bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A spacious restaurant with a long counter, wooden chairs, and a large central cooking area.

16. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

La Sabana, 3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Thomas

RM543

RM614 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

Two beds with white linens and floral-patterned bedspreads, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

A hotel named Soluxe El Sesto with a signboard, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a green metal staircase.

A hotel room with three beds, each with a different patterned bedspread. There is a wall-mounted lamp on the right side of the room.

17. Soluxe El Sesteo

La Sabana, 3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Jose

RM235

RM265 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a wall with a mural.

A modern lobby with two grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a vibrant parrot mural.

Two dark wooden doors with a green leafy wall between them.

A café with a display case of pastries and a seating area with wooden tables and chairs.

18. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Carmen, 0.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Juanita

RM271

RM306 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a pineapple, and a white tablecloth.

A building with a sign reading "Sportsmens Lodge" and a green umbrella structure.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a lamp.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a staircase, a television, and a dining table with chairs.

19. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Otoya, 0.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Andy

RM299

RM338 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bar with a grid ceiling, hanging lights, and a large screen displaying a promotional advertisement.

A restaurant with a mural of a coastal town, a chandelier, and a tiled floor.

A casino with slot machines, a roulette table, and a large screen displaying a game.

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, a street view, and a building with a red facade.

20. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Amón, 0.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

kishore

RM538

RM608 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Grano de Oro	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Eco Stay CR	9.4 Exceptional 36 reviews	View
Hotel Casa 69	9.4 Exceptional 328 reviews	View
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 895 reviews	View
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Museum of Contemporary Art and Design Hotel Reviews

Taormina Hotel and Casino

8/10 Good

"This is a hotel for single men. Period! Lots of availible options. I'll leave it at that."

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

10/10 Excellent

"Buena y céntrica"

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful"

Hotel Santo Tomás

10/10 Excellent

"All good and happy"

Hotel Colonial

8/10 Good

"Staff was very helpful and courteous."

Viajero San José Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hostel, loved the large patio! First time staying at a Viejero. Would stay again for sure. Fun activities available too! Maverick was helpful with my questions and brought great energy to the place! The mattress was not the most comfy but for one night only it was good enough!"

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

8/10 Good

"Llegamos en la noche a las 11:00 pm. Avisamos q llegábamos tarde. No sabíamos cómo entrar estuvimos como media hora esperando. Hasta que el chofer comenzó a tocar bocina. Al final apareció una señora y abrió una compuerta. Era la misma q nos atendió en el front desk. La señora estaba, no muy amigable. Parecía molesta. Fue el único incidente que podemos decir desagradable en el hotel."

Hotel Fleur De Lys

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is a home away from home for us. It is a great location to walk around downtown San Jose and visit the National museum and National theater, shops, and some wonderful restaurants. The hotel has unique rooms and a rich history related to coffee in Costa Rica. The staff is kind and always very helpful. The rooms are always clean, and it is nice to enjoy the breakfast in the morning."

Hotel La Amistad

8/10 Good

"The biggest issue I had was the train's horn but that is not the fault of the hotel. Everything else was fine."

Other attractions near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

A park pathway surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a curved layout and street lamps.

Parque Espana

8.0/10 (46 reviews)

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A yellow building with a flag, steps, and a fence.

National Museum of Costa Rica

9.0/10 (1,133 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

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National Center of Art and Culture

8.4/10 (269 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at National Center of Art and Culture, an entertaining place to visit in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

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National Park

9.0/10 (1,316 reviews)

After visiting National Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Jacob Karpio Galería

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Jacob Karpio Galería in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

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Jade Museum

8.8/10 (675 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Jade Museum during your travels in San José. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

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Galería Andrómeda

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Galería Andrómeda during your trip to San José. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.

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Plaza de la Democracia

8.2/10 (21 reviews)

Learn about the local history of San José with a stop at Plaza de la Democracia. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design is located in a vibrant area of San José known for its array of dining options and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 198 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

Adjacent to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, Hotel Presidente is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. Other good choices close by include Hotel Castillo and Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

Expedia has 198 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design.

What can I see and do near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

National Museum of Costa Rica, Museum of Costa Rican Art and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You can enjoy live performances at National Theater of Costa Rica and Melico Salazar Theatre. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of National Park, Morazan Park and Central Park.

How can I get to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at San Jose Fercori Station or San Jose Atlantic Station. There may not be many public transport choices near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Museum of Contemporary Art and Design hotels

1. Hotel Grano de Oro

2. Eco Stay CR

3. Hotel Casa 69

4. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

5. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

6. Viajero San José Hostel

7. Lolas Hostal

8. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

9. The Victorian Hotel CR

10. Apartotel Tairona

11. Hotel Presidente

12. Hotel Santo Tomás

13. Ara Macao Inn

14. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

15. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

16. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

17. Soluxe El Sesteo

18. Hotel Cultura Plaza

19. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

20. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Top Museum of Contemporary Art and Design Hotel Reviews

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Colonial

Viajero San José Hostel

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel La Amistad

Other attractions near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Parque Espana

National Museum of Costa Rica

National Center of Art and Culture

National Park

Jacob Karpio Galería

Jade Museum

Galería Andrómeda

Plaza de la Democracia

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