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Terrace/patio
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (917)
"far better was the hummingbird that lived in the bush right in front and the coati roaming around the garden"
United Kingdom
Nicola
Travelling with partner
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Free daily full breakfast
Sangregado Lodge

Sangregado Lodge

Sangregado Lodge
4.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (169)
"The views of the volcano from our room were gorgeous!"
United States
Patrick
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$341
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sangregado Lodge
Outdoor pool
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Room was clean and hot spring was great experience"
United States
Claire
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$1,159
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Outdoor spa tub
Hotel Linda Vista

Hotel Linda Vista

Hotel Linda Vista
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (838)
"The view at this hotel , the peace, the feeling when you look at the volcano is amazing ."
United States
Jackeline
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Linda Vista
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool loungers
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
3.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"The room was beautiful, clean, and had an amazing view."
United States
Gianni
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$431
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; sea views
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm

Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm
4.0 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (443)
"Nice, clean large room & delicious food, with nice views."
United States
Lily
Travelling with family
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Valle Escondido Nature Reserve Hotel & Farm
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The rooms are very nice and very clean."
Canada
I
Travelling for leisure
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Reception
Jaguarundi Lodge

Jaguarundi Lodge

Jaguarundi Lodge
3.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (213)
"Great location being close to town but also in the forest."
United States
deanna
Travelling with friends
The price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Jaguarundi Lodge
Junior Room, Terrace, Mountainside
Calathea Hotel Monteverde

Calathea Hotel Monteverde

Calathea Hotel Monteverde
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (276)
"The room was spacious, clean, and very enjoyable."
United States
Janon
Travelling for leisure
Calathea Hotel Monteverde
Restaurant
Mar Inn Bed & Breakfast

Mar Inn Bed & Breakfast

Mar Inn Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Monteverde
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (280)
"Love the location, the service, and the cleanest of the hotel."
United States
Raymond
Travelling with family
Mar Inn Bed & Breakfast
Restaurant
Sibu Boutique Hotel

Sibu Boutique Hotel

Sibu Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (277)
"Excellent staff, very close to everything and a perfect room for our short stay here!"
United States
Bethany
Travelling for leisure and business
The price is AU$264
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Sibu Boutique Hotel
Deluxe Room
Dreams Lodge Monteverde

Dreams Lodge Monteverde

Dreams Lodge Monteverde
3.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (208)
"The room was large, beautiful, and very clean with a comfortable bed and modern bathroom."
United States
Bobra
Travelling with partner
Dreams Lodge Monteverde
Exterior
Arenal Roca Suites

Arenal Roca Suites

Arenal Roca Suites
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"I love the bathtub with the window looking at the volcano."
United States
Tanya
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$362
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Arenal Roca Suites
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
El Establo Mountain Hotel

El Establo Mountain Hotel

El Establo Mountain Hotel
5.0 star property
Monteverde
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"While you are there check out the spa and excellent way to recover from zip lining!"
United States
Madeline
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$408
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
El Establo Mountain Hotel
Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views
Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"But the hot tub was nice and the restaurant food really good."
United States
Laura
Travelling with family
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Hotel Arenal Lodge
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Trapp Family Lodge

Trapp Family Lodge

Trapp Family Lodge
3.0 star property
Monteverde
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (587)
"The view from our room was beautiful."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Trapp Family Lodge
Outdoor pool
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (304)
"Great location for driving to all you need to see in the area."
United States
Abbie
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge
Outdoor pool
Nepenthe B&B

Nepenthe B&B

Nepenthe B&B
2.5 star property
La Fortuna
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (109)
"The pool is lovely, though some more comfortable seating—other than iron chaise lounges—would be nice."
United States
Victoria
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Nepenthe B&B
Exterior
Hotel Claro de Luna

Hotel Claro de Luna

Hotel Claro de Luna
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (123)
"Hotel Claro de Luna was a lovely place to stay to be close to the cloud forest reserves."
Canada
Julie
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Claro de Luna
Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View
Cala Lodge

Cala Lodge

Cala Lodge
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (560)
"Nice staff. Nice place."
United States
Likai
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Cala Lodge
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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San José

Monteverde Country Lodge

Monteverde Country Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. We only stayed one night but we really enjoyed it."
Chad 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Monteverde Country Lodge

More cheap accommodation in San José

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

Rancho de Lelo Ecolodge

San Luis, Rancho de Lelo Monteverde Puntarenas
The price is AU$88 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$88
22 Dec - 23 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (303 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in San José?
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa, located 16 mi (25.8 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 Hotel Arenal Lodge 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?
Green Forest Vacations Homes: This holiday home rental outside of San José offers an indoor pool, a balcony and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a stovetop, a microwave and an electric kettle. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind. 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. A top sight in the area is Arenal Volcano National Park. There are 608 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?
Arenal Volcano National Park is a notable place to visit in the area. 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.

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