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Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
3.5 star property
Sánchez
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (908 reviews)
"Nice staff, great breakfast, safe and quiet place"
United States
Jorge Andres
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
3.0 star property
El Tejar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230 reviews)
"Simple, somewhat budget friendly hotel. Safe and clean! Great free breakfast, fantastic water pressure in the shower, and very friendly staff. If you are in the Cartago area this is a great choice."
United States
Rick
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
Coffee service

Hotel Casa 69

Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (323 reviews)
"The guy who let us in was super friendly and helpful with how to use the keys. We felt very safe and welcomed. It is a very walkable neighborhood and close to a strip of bars that offer plenty options of food, so you will never be bored. Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Luca
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Hotel Casa 69
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4.0 star property
San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,328 reviews)
"Very well located,the room was nice and clean,breakfast was was good too. "
United States
Erick
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Bar (on property)

Hotel Fleur De Lys

Hotel Fleur De Lys
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (527 reviews)
"Wonderful quaint hotel with great staff"
United States
Theresa
The price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Waterslide

Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Location, beautiful place"
United States
Robert
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Hotel Santo Tomás
The Apex

Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean and the property was nice"
United States
cara
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Hotel Presidente
Snack bar

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (972 reviews)
"excellent place to stay!"
United States
Patrick H
The price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Porch

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Hotel Bougainvillea San José
3.5 star property
Santo Tomas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (476 reviews)
"This was the perfect spot for us at the end of our holiday in Costa Rica. Beautiful setting, fabulous food and the most wonderful staff. Thank you for looking after us and making us feel so welcome."
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is AU$291
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (427 reviews)
"Friendly and responsive staff. Nice bar and restaurant."
United Kingdom
Krishna Bosco
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
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Top San Diego Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Adam 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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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 of Costa Rica, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at National 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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