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1. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Food at the restaurant was great"
United States
Robert
The price is P5,858
P13,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

2. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,257 reviews)
"Easy airport location, good breakfast and helpful staff"
United States
Jeremy Lee
The price is P7,464
P8,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,730 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and conveniently located close to the airport and hire cars"
United Kingdom
Suresh
The price is P8,549
P9,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

4. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,178 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is P7,472
P8,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

5. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,766 reviews)
"Clean rooms and great amenities and excellent food and staff"
United States
Salvatore
The price is P7,907
P8,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Well maintained, clean and great breakfast, close to airport"
United States
Merri Heather
The price is P7,474
P8,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

7. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Pozos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Food is good and the pool is nice for kids"
United States
Ivan
The price is P6,199
P7,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

8. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,537 reviews)
"Close to the airport, will stay there again"
United States
Danny
The price is P6,914
P7,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Hotel Mango

9. 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, (3,498 reviews)
"Good location for the airport."
United States
Joseph
The price is P5,589
P6,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2,117 reviews)
"Excellent rooms, gym, pool and restaurants."
Canada
Fernando
The price is P5,491
P6,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

11. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (714 reviews)
"Neat as always, perfect location."
United States
Shelly
The price is P7,633
P8,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
5.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Really appreciated the size of the rooms, the comfy bed and pillows, free airport shuttle, and walkability to restaurants, pharmacy, and store."
United States
Sarah
The price is P7,849
P8,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

13. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
3.5 star property
Santa Ana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great location and very clean and great breakfast with local flair"
United States
Ronald
The price is P8,011
P9,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

14. La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
San Antonio de Belen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
Robert
The price is P6,821
P7,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
La Riviera Hotel B&B

15. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
La Asunción
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, well kept and located!!"
United States
KRISTIAN
The price is P10,058
P11,365 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

16. Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center
4.0 star property
Ulloa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"The hotel is wonderful and the employees are amazing"
United States
Ricardo
The price is P6,721
P7,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hyatt Place Cariari Convention Center

17. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
Pozos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (384 reviews)
"Nice location, not too far from the airport. There were a lot of restaurants across the street. I love that breakfast was included. The staff were very helpful in the rooms were very clean and organized."
United States
Anessa
The price is P6,432
P7,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

18. Studio Hotel Boutique

Studio Hotel Boutique
4.0 star property
Santa Ana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,035 reviews)
"The staff was so kind, the rooms were great and the food was amazing! Would stay here again!"
United States
Krystalyn
The price is P6,113
P6,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Studio Hotel Boutique

19. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
3.5 star property
La Ribera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (526 reviews)
"Clean rooms great staff and good breakfast"
Canada
Jean Pierre
The price is P9,615
P10,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

20. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (629 reviews)
"Nice and affordable hotel in a cute town near the airport. Perfect for our one-night stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is P2,006
P2,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Learn more about San Rafael

Colorful colonial architecture frames San Rafael's central plaza where locals gather for weekend markets and traditional music. Nearby Poás Volcano National Park offers misty hiking trails with views of its striking turquoise crater lake.

A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.
Photo by Timothy Miles
Open Photo by Timothy Miles

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to San Rafael?

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What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in San Rafael?

Apartotel La Cañada is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Rafael.

What are some hotels with pools in San Rafael?

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is a top hotel with an outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking. View all hotels with pools in San Rafael.

What's the best accommodation near Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)?

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. Other options close to the airport are Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose-Airport.

How is it to stay in San Rafael?

Those traveling to San Rafael are sure to enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In San Rafael, there are 12 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about San Rafael.

What is there to see in San Rafael?

A favorite place to visit is Ojo de Agua Spa Park. You'll also find Parque Viva and Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center in the area. Check out what more 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 temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 69°F. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 38 inches of rainfall.

What's the best place to stay in San Rafael?

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Two other options for your visit to the area are Barceló San José and Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Rafael.