San Mateo Holidays

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San Mateo Holiday

San Mateo Essential Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
Costa Rican colóns
Local Welcome
¡Hola!
Local Goodbye
Adiós
Closest Airport
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
Max Temp Winter
27ºC
Max Temp Summer
27ºC

Our pick of the best San Mateo Hotel Deals

Hotel Punta Leona

Hotel Punta Leona

3 out of 5
Punta Leona Garabito Tárcoles Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$230 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$230
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Punta Leona
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
El Roble 23 El Roble Puntarenas
The price is AU$340 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$340
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (1,167 reviews)
"ME GUSTO MUCHO"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

4 out of 5
300m este de la intersección de Calle Llanos con la Radial El Coyol San José Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$190 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$190
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
"We had a very good stay personnel was excellent. Breakfast was excellent. We enjoyed our stay even if it was for one night beautiful"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
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What to do in San Mateo

Puntarenas Eco Safari Adventure Tour

Puntarenas Eco Safari Adventure Tour

AU$130
per adult
Puntarenas Eco Safari Adventure Tour
Crocodiles and Monkeys Tour to the Coast

Crocodiles and Monkeys Tour to the Coast

AU$114
per adult
Crocodiles and Monkeys Tour to the Coast
Superman

Canopy Tour with Superman and Tarzan Swing in La Fortuna

AU$213
per adult
Canopy Tour with Superman and Tarzan Swing in La Fortuna
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a San Mateo holiday package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your San Mateo escape. However, a range of factors like your choice of hotel, the season and length of stay will influence how much your holiday to San Mateo costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to San Mateo?
To score cheap San Mateo holiday packages, plan your trip outside of peak periods such as school holidays. You'll typically find lower prices and better availability in the off-season or when it's less busy.
How many days is enough for San Mateo?
With a well-organised travel plan, you can easily visit the main San Mateo attractions in a handful of days. But if you want to discover hidden gems or go on day trips, consider booking your San Mateo holiday for longer.
How to find the best San Mateo package deals?
Use Expedia's filter tool to help you find some tempting San Mateo package deals. When you start your search, simply set your maximum budget and then sort the results by "Price: low to high." If you're looking to save, plan your adventure for midweek, or search for San Mateo package deals in the low season. Switch up your travel dates and you may land even bigger discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's typically best to lock in your holiday package as early as possible.
Is it cheaper to book a San Mateo holiday as a package?
Expedia holiday packages are designed to give you more bang for your buck. Bundle your car rental, flight and hotel into one great-value price and you could save hundreds of dollars. You'll generally snag a better deal than booking each component individually. And you'll still get the flexibility to create a customised San Mateo holiday by choosing your preferred airline, accommodation type and car class.
When to book a holiday package to San Mateo?
Secure incredible discounts by reserving your flights early with Expedia. If spontaneity is more your style, snap up one of our last-minute deals for a spur-of-the-moment San Mateo trip.
How to plan a trip to San Mateo?

  1. Choose the ideal time to travel: Your schedule, favourite season and the type of weather you like can all impact your decision on when to travel to San Mateo.
  2. Set your budget: Factor in costs like flights, transportation and food when working out how much to save for your trip to San Mateo. Then, select a property that matches your budget, whether that's a wallet-friendly stay or a swankier getaway.
  3. Determine how many days away: Start by making a list of all the activities and attractions you want to experience in San Mateo. Then, estimate how long you'll need for each, along with any travel time.
  4. Combine your accommodation and airfare: After you've nailed down your trip dates and duration, lock in the perfect San Mateo holiday package for you.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.