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A bar area with multiple stools, shelves with glassware, and hanging plants.

A reception area with wooden block wall art, two pendant lights, and a display of plush toys.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a small ottoman.

1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Sánchez

Robert

RM533

RM603 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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 room with a neatly made bed, a wooden nightstand with a floral arrangement, and a lamp in the background.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

2. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

"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

RM328

RM370 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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

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

3. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

San Francisco

Kemal

RM500

RM564 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative wall.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large painting, and a unique light fixture.

A modern living room with a TV, sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase.

4. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

Gretchen

RM601

RM680 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, and lush greenery.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a stretching area, and large windows providing natural light.

A woman sitting by a pool with a building in the background.

A restaurant interior with tables, chairs, and diners.

5. Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Uruca

Woody

RM466

RM526 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 lobby with a grey sofa, hanging pendant lights, and a large abstract painting.

6. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

KIM

RM475

RM537 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

A bar area with a checkered floor, wooden slatted walls, and a bar counter with stools.

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, a well-lit entrance, and a visible sign for 'Four Points by Sheraton.'

7. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Hospital

Lazaro Garcia

RM448

RM506 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.

A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall and a metal ladder.

A man and woman sitting on a red carpeted area with a glass table, in a room with large windows and a piano in the background.

8. Barceló San José

Uruca

lachlan

RM306

RM345 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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.

9. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

Duane

RM414

RM468 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and steps, surrounded by lush greenery and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL BARMORAL' sign, multiple floors, and a modern design.

10. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Carmen

Anastasia

RM394

RM445 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A swimming pool with a bench, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a building in the background.

A person performing a squat exercise with a kettlebell in a gym setting.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a stone-paved courtyard, and lush greenery.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a patterned wall, and hanging pendant lights.

11. Irazu Hotel & Studios

Uruca

Russell

RM459

RM519 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A covered outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of mountains and buildings.

A hotel lobby with a dining area, a sofa, and a chandelier.

12. Hotel Palma Real

La Sabana

Kenneth

RM405

RM458 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor pool area with a covered seating area, a buffet station, and various plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, and a bar area with shelves.

A modern outdoor dining area with white tables and chairs, a wooden counter with a grill, and lush greenery.

A modern staircase with metal railings, a glass door leading outside, and two large floral paintings on the walls.

13. Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

La Sabana

David Thomas

RM371

RM419 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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 high-rise hotel with a modern glass facade, surrounded by other buildings and palm trees.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants.

14. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Carmen

cielo

RM527

RM596 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 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.

15. Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen

Andres

RM275

RM311 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

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

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

16. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Carmen

kishore

RM610

RM690 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

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

Ciudad Cariari

Evarista F

RM321

RM363 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

An outdoor bar area with seating and a view of a modern building.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, wooden shelving units, and a stone wall in the background.

A modern multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating areas, and a landscaped courtyard.

A modern interior with a central reception desk, wooden paneling, and a variety of decorative items on shelves.

18. AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

Carlos

RM549

RM620 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious atrium with a modern staircase, multiple seating areas, and a high ceiling.

A spacious indoor courtyard with multiple seating areas, large windows, and potted plants.

A restaurant interior with wooden partitions, a bar area, and a tiled floor.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a large window overlooking greenery.

19. Isla Verde Hotel

Pavas

Tej

RM374

RM422 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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 snack display with chips and a refrigerated beverage section in a modern store.

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Ciudad Cariari

Luz

RM455

RM514 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and comfortable"

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

8/10 Good

"We usually stay at this Holiday Inn because of the value and the breakfast. This time, the breakfast was not very good. There weren't as many choices and the quality has gone down. The room was clean and the staff is always helpful."

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and great proximity to airport"

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Todo muy bien! Gracias por la gentileza y atenciones."

Barceló San José

8/10 Good

"El desayuno no es de buena calidad, pocas opciones y no muy buena calidad"

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Evrything was great clean neat up to date and the breakfast was very good, staff is also very helpfull and friendly"

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Staff Clean Room, Parking"

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic choice for your first night in Costa Rica, or the final night before a flight home. Two recommendations, book the breakfast, you won’t be disappointed, and book the shuttle from the airport to the hotel and avoid having to pay a ridiculously high price for a taxi. Third time staying at AC Belan, and I will stay again."

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was great but the neighborhood was a bit gritty. Not great for an evening stroll."

More cheap stays in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

RM78

RM88 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (263 reviews)

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose

RM36

RM89 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (372 reviews)

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

RM126

RM142 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

RM108

RM149 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (616 reviews)

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

RM159

RM180 total

17 Oct - 18 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

RM167

RM189 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in San Rafael?

Barceló San José, located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from the heart of San Rafael, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your stay in the area are Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela and DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Rafael.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Rafael, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.

What's it like to stay in San Rafael?

Travellers to San Rafael will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 1435 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about San Rafael.

What are the top places to visit in San Rafael?

Places to visit in the wider area include San Pedro Mall, National Museum of Costa Rica and Plaza de la Cultura. You'll also find National Theater of Costa Rica and Central Park in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Rafael guide.

What's the weather like in San Rafael?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 650 mm of rainfall.

San Rafael hotels from RM88

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Our top choices for San Rafael hotels

1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

2. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

3. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

4. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

5. Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG

6. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

7. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

8. Barceló San José

9. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

10. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

11. Irazu Hotel & Studios

12. Hotel Palma Real

13. Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

14. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

15. Hotel Santo Tomás

16. Taormina Hotel and Casino

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

18. AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

19. Isla Verde Hotel

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Barceló San José

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

Hotel Presidente

More cheap stays in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Toucan Hostel

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Viajero San José Hostel

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