La California
San José
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 scene.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Multiplaza Mall Escazu
During your visit to San Rafael, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.
Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center
You can do some window-shopping at Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center during your stay in Pozos.
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.
Things to do
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, ATV and more) from San Jose
Doka, Grecia & Sarchi Oxcart Factories and stores From San Jose
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Top hotels in La California
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
The welcome was good and very friendly everything was clean and the room suited our needs
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Great place to stay close to the AirPort with a nice breakfast area. Staff were great and room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Room was great and clean. Breakfast was so good with plenty of options. Enjoyed the two nights. Close to the airport and not noisy from airplanes overhead until 6 am. Helpful front desk.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Overall one of the best in the capital
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Barceló San José
Clean, friendly and courteous staff, good restaurants
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
The breakfast was AMAZING. Hotel was clean. Great location. Lovely restaurants opposite.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La California
Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Casa Amarilla and Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio Escalante
Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Teresa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Teresa and surrounding area, you can visit Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Casa Amarilla.
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
