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A selection of options including warm dishes, local specialities and fruits is available for the continental breakfast. At the guest house, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner and lunch and specialises in American cuisine.

Very hospitable and caring hostess and her brother. house is very clean and friendly, quiet and beautiful area.

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9.1
Superb
192 reviews
Price from
€ 42
per night

At the inn, the rooms have a wardrobe, a patio with a garden view, a private bathroom, a TV, bed linen and towels. At Casa Mayela Guest House rooms are fitted with a seating area.

Parque Viva is 26 km from Casa Mayela Guest House, while Barva Volcano is 34 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International Airport, 8 km from the inn.

What a beautiful property with a beautiful owner. Mayela takes pride and works hard to keep her place perfect for her guests. She is warm and welcoming and super accommodating. We would highly recommend staying here.

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9.2
Superb
291 reviews
Price from
€ 47
per night

Set in San José, within 49 km of Poas National Park and 4.1 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Pura Vida Dream offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 5.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, 7.9 km from Parque Diversiones and 21 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The guest house has family rooms.

Staff was great and Kenneth was an excellent host. This is a National Heritage building and was still under restoration but could be an excellent place when completed. We were comfortable, the place was clean and surroundings were quiet, the attached terrace was a great place for sitting outside to read and eat. Walking distance to everywhere.

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
€ 37
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Casa Bellavista Suites is located in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park and 3.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The guest house features family rooms.

Beautiful apartment, great host, easy access, close to everything

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9.1
Superb
19 reviews
Price from
€ 47
per night

Parque Diversiones is 8.7 km from the guest house, while Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International Airport, 8 km from Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama.

Had a really good stay here the property is super clean and a well stocked kitchen. The staff were super helpful and attentive. The property was also so good and secure.

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9.5
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
€ 32
per night

F&M Guesthouse in San José provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking, a lift and free WiFi. The accommodation provides full-day security and room service for guests.

The breakfast was absolutely amazing! Additionally, Fabien went out of his way to make sure I was comfortable, got settled into Costa Rica, and literally went above and beyond in every single way to help me with whatever I needed. The home is small, but extremely clean. He was very respectful of my space and my needs and I felt completely safe and comfortable. This is a property I would highly recommend to anyone looking to spend a day or two in San Jose. His local knowledge and willingness to share that and assist me was truly exceptional. I will encourage any family and friends heading to Costa Rica to start their trip with him.

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9.6
Exceptional
49 reviews
Price from
€ 26
per night

The colonial-style Costa Rica Guesthouse offers a green tropical garden and patio with complimentary Wi-Fi, Co-Work space and two private parking.

Costa Rica Guesthouse offers coffee and tea throughout the day in the communal lounge and a breakfast for 3500 colones only! There is also a TV lounge with a licensed bar and restaurant. A business center is available for meeting.

Everything was clean and the room was quiet as we asked for.

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8.2
Very good
2,297 reviews
Price from
€ 10
per night

Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, W's Hostel features recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a shared lounge. It is set 3.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and offers a shared kitchen. The guest house has family rooms.

The location to the bus terminal. The room was ver big and clean. The woman who worked there was very helpful and made me feel welcome.

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8
Very good
633 reviews
Price from
€ 30
per night

Situated 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.2 km from Parque Diversiones, Delcafetalcr provides accommodation located in San José. It is set 47 km from Poas National Park and features full-day security. The guest house offers a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The entire team and especially Eric made my stay very comfortable. They picked me up from the airport, cooked delicious food, helped me with directions in the city and even organized a SIM card for me. Thank you a million times for your great hospitality. Definitely can recommend this place :) Philipp

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8.2
Very good
665 reviews
Price from
€ 22
per night

Situated in San José, within 600 metres of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 1.5 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Casa Jardin del Mango provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace and a shared lounge. National Theatre of Costa Rica is 3.6 km away.

Parque Diversiones is 5 km from the hostel, while Multiplaza Escazu is 6 km away. Tobías Bolaños International Airport is 5 km from the property.

The villas are very cute and cozy, and have private bathrooms, coffee maker, and small refrigerator. Each has a little patio with table and chairs along the edge of a garden courtyard with bubbling fountains, a turtle, and fish. The location is quiet and there are restaurants and small markets within walking distance. The bed was comfortable. And having Netflix was a good perk.

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8.6
Fabulous
753 reviews
Price from
€ 51
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: € 49.64
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 858 reviews
    A beautiful hostel, feels more like a boutique hotel. Or a home away from home. Everything is so pretty and sparkling clean. Delicious breakfast. Great location. And the host and staff are absolutely lovely, they really look after you. Could not recommend this place more.
    Gemma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 27.43
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 617 reviews
    Great hostel good location mall , hooters and strip club not too far away for adult entertainment also a nice Church and other places to go to I would recommend staying here clean , quiet , good location and comfortable also good pancakes for breakfast
    Askri
    Solo traveller
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,038 reviews
    We rented a two-bedroom suite with kitchen facilities and we were very happy with our choice. The rooms were all spacious, clean, up-to-date and comfortable. They were also quiet. The reception staff and maids were friendly and welcoming and happy to accommodate our requests. La Sabana is in a great location, about 20 minutes outside the city centre in a quiet area of town with a park nearby. There are plenty of restaurants within walking distance.
    Jenny
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 114.68
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,604 reviews
    Location very good, very close to tourist attractions in city center. Room was big, relatively quiet (you could hear traffic, but that is pretty normal in city center). Staff spoke good English. Breakfast was good, a lot of fresh fruit.
    Natasja
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 55.18
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,441 reviews
    Great hostel. Quiet place, nice hosts, good WiFi, nice breakfast, good money value. Highly recomended!
    Andrea
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 35.61
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 575 reviews
    Loved our stay here! Clean, spacious, bright outdoor spaces, quiet and in a lovely neighbourhood with tons of restaurants close by and about a 20-30 min walk from the downtown core. Views from the room were quite nice too! Breakfast was cereal, milk, fresh fruit, and bagged portions of sliced white bread (2 slices per person) and jam. Staff was very friendly and kind. And there's a hostel squirrel in one of the trees who is super cute!
    Gwen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 37.62
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 705 reviews
    I was looking for a quiet few last days before flying home and this hostel was the perfect vibe for that! Super comfy and quiet private room, great location in a safe neighborhood to walk around and explore, good food options nearby… the kitchen is also well stocked with appliances and utensils, and there’s a beautiful patio to relax / hang out.
    Dona
    Solo traveller
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews
    Very spacious and comfortable private rooms and good common spaces; very clean; superb host and staff with outstanding service (coffee, laundry, cleaning, availability 24/7, good communication). Great location close to all needed amenities and parks in quiet and safe neighbourhood.
    Louisa Esther
    Solo traveller
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 119 reviews
    Very friendly hostess always ready to help. I liked the breakfast (it is included in the stay). Excellent value for money. I liked the neighborhood: it is generally safe and quiet, unlike the city center. Walking distance to bakery and grocery stores. There is a bus stop very close to the place (buses go to the city center). I definitely will stay at the Casa Kitus next time.
    Aleksandr
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 32.40
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 479 reviews
    Location was great, right in the center of San Jose. Patrick was a great host and very helpful with questions and parking. Quiet and comfortable room with ceiling fan to keep us cool.
    Cameron
    Young couple

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