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International cuisine

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (747 reviews)
"Nice hote"
United States
Ognian
The price is AU$288
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Alta Las Palomas Hotel

Alta Las Palomas Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Ana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (517 reviews)
"Great hotel, great food. "
Canada
Marinko
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Alta Las Palomas Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (373 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, great food .. and the desserts !!!!"
United States
David
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Executives & Travelers 2 Full beds

Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel

Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Hospital
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (830 reviews)
"It was a very clean place, convenient location, it had everything we needed. The breakfast was great. "
United States
Glenda
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
Outdoor dining

Hotel Casa Antigua

Hotel Casa Antigua
2.5 star property
Cacique
7.8 out of 10, Good, (366 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and friendly. The place was so unique and one of a kind. We loved the vibe and would stay again. "
United States
David
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Hotel Casa Antigua
Exterior

Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Buena Vista Chic Hotel
3.5 star property
San Isidro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (603 reviews)
"Todo excelente "
Mexico
Ramon
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Buena Vista Chic Hotel
Terrace/patio

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
3.5 star property
La Sabana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (653 reviews)
"Lovely staff, buffet style breakfast and amazing views!"
United States
Tatiana A Rodriguez, Pedro Tovar Quiroga, Veronica
The price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Dunn Inn

Dunn Inn
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (627 reviews)
"the staff, the room, the location, all very good. staff very helpful. the food, not so much."
Canada
Kaan
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Dunn Inn
Terrace/patio

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
4.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Hotel. Friendly, Helpful Staff"
United States
Andrew
The price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Porch

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Hotel Bougainvillea San José
3.5 star property
Santo Tomas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (429 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, lovely food , amazing gardens , highly recommended, we have stayed 3 times and loved it all "
United Kingdom
Jackie
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
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Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"The A/C keeps me cool at night. Very quiet. And I love the shopping center across the street from the hotel"
Esmelda 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

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When is the best time for a budget trip to San Diego?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to San Diego, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 18°C. The rainiest months in San Diego are October, June, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 599 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Diego?
You don't need to spend a lot to get to know San Diego. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with sights that cost very little. Take in the local culture at National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at Morazan Park.
How can I get to San Diego and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around San Diego can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from the centre in San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.), which is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) away. San Diego may not have many public transport options to choose from so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.

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