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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature, clean rooms , delicious food and friendly staff."
United States
Raquel
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
3.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"This was possibly one of the most magical places we have ever stayed."
United States
Adriane
The price is AU$489
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lucky Bug B & B

Lucky Bug B & B
3.0 star property
Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"We loved the ambience of this place. Driving in at night was whimsical with mushroom lights guiding the way. The room was artsy and fun. Breakfast was picture-worthy and the hosts were friendly and knowledgeable. This felt like a great starting point for our Costa Rica trip with a more authentic feel."
United States
Hart
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Lucky Bug B & B

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"The property is beautiful and the gamily which runs it is very friendly anf helpful. "
Canada
Diya
The price is AU$82
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

Hotel Linda Vista

Hotel Linda Vista
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (945 reviews)
"Helpful and friendly staff, mostly clean rooms, absolutely breathtaking view"
United States
David
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Hotel Linda Vista

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
3.0 star property
Santa Rosa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (240 reviews)
"The farm was so charming—including the goats and pigs! It felt secluded, safe, and had an excellent view of the farm and lake. The staff were sweet and attentive and the food was amazingly tasty."
United States
Marian
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

La Mansion Inn Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal
3.5 star property
Arenal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (645 reviews)
"We loved everything about the stay! Christopher, Kevin, and Fernando were excellent hosts - kind, patient, and thoughtful!"
United States
Chris
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
La Mansion Inn Arenal

Sangregado Lodge

Sangregado Lodge
4.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (237 reviews)
"Love everything about this hotel staff very nice 10/10"
United States
Lashaybriel
The price is AU$449
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Sangregado Lodge

Tityra Lodge

Tityra Lodge
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (83 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, clean room"
United States
Shravan
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
17 July - 18 July
Tityra Lodge

Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm
4.0 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (543 reviews)
"Gorgeous location and views from both the room and the restaurant. The hiking trails are very nice and well maintained. Recommend doing the night walk! The staff are also incredibly helpful and will help you with the best options for booking tours in Monteverde."
United States
Arielle
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to everything, very nice hotel and spacious rooms. Breakfast was very good and staff were very friendly."
Canada
Andorra
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Trapp Family Lodge

Trapp Family Lodge
3.0 star property
Monteverde
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
"Excellent choise quite far from “downtown” but super close to the reserve and in the hotel you can spot flora and fauna as well as the reserve "
United States
Lisardo
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Trapp Family Lodge

Hospedaje Mariposa

Hospedaje Mariposa
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Lovely and very helpful host who made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The accommodation was spotless, clean, and very well-maintained. I had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend it! ☺️"
Germany
Milena Sandra
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Hospedaje Mariposa

Hotel Casa Coyota

Hotel Casa Coyota
3.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Hotel Casa Coyota

El Sol Monteverde

El Sol Monteverde
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"This is one of the most amazing places we've stayed - beautiful rooms, beautiful location, beautiful food and beautiful staff - muchas gracias!"
United Kingdom
Nikola
The price is AU$359
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
El Sol Monteverde

Calathea Hotel Monteverde

Calathea Hotel Monteverde
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"We loved this hotel, from the spacious suite, to the amazing breakfast, to the helpful staff. Highly recommend this property!"
United States
Jim
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Calathea Hotel Monteverde

Jungle Living Tree Houses

Jungle Living Tree Houses
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
Jungle Living Tree Houses

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga
3.0 star property
Peñas Blancas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (52 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great view, many fun and educational activities, food is delicious and healthy."
United States
Yang
The price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

Belcruz Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Sierra
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"Breakfast is excellent. Service is awesome. You can even view monkeys from the restaurant windows"
United States
Romay
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Belcruz Bed & Breakfast

Amalú Luxury View Cabins

Amalú Luxury View Cabins
5.0 star property
Sierra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"One of the best places I’ve stayed at. Amenities were amazing. Place was beautiful and amazingly run. Highly recommend"
United States
Alec
The price is AU$332
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Amalú Luxury View Cabins
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in San José?
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa, located 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from the heart of San José, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Lost Iguana Resort and Spa and Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San José.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that San José has to offer?
On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna - New Pool and Deck August 2024 - Bird Watching: This holiday home rental outside of San José is located on a lake, and has an outdoor pool, a balcony and air conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as a garden. See all vacation rentals in San José.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San José, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San José.
What is staying in San José like?
Travellers to San José will find plenty to explore and enjoy. Top sights around the area include Arenal Volcano National Park and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. There are 666 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about San José.
What are the top places to visit in San José?
Notable places to visit in the surrounding area include Arenal Volcano National Park and Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. You'll also find El Tigre Waterfalls and Lake Arenal in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San José guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in San José?
The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in San José are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 482 mm of rainfall.