Barrio Dent Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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 galleries.

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.

Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

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.

National Theater
You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
Our pick of the best Barrio Dent Hotel Deals

Barceló San José
The room was clean, the only gripe I have is there wasn’t a microwave in the room and getting a reply for the shuttle service was lacking. I ended up just getting an uber from the airport which took close to an hour, but that’s San Jose traffic at rush hour. Overall the stay was really great and ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Rust on everything in the rooms. Pool tiles were shifting and missing. Pool looked really dirty. Was too cold to get in but was in need of a good cleaning. Super close to airport. Friendly accommodating staff.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Airport shuttle comes every half hour, and the staff from the airport was very helpful in directing people where to go. Nice big clean room. The only thing I was super disappointed in was the pool. The pool is the smallest pool I’ve ever seen at a hotel. Good thing we were able to use the pool at ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Excellent location within walking distance to grocery store, café and other eateries.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Friendly staff, excellent service, Bar 10 is 10/10.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Dent

Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.

Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture.

La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater.

Zapote
Though Zapote may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.

Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater are top sights worth seeing.
