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A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.
A snack display with chips and a refrigerated beverage section in a modern store.
A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.
A modern living room with a round coffee table, green armchairs, and a grey sofa. There is a large window with sheer curtains and a view of greenery outside.

1. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Luz
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
A bedroom with a large window overlooking a lush green landscape.
A pool area with a tree overhead, surrounded by various plants and a seating area.
A modern interior with large sliding glass doors, potted plants, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a round mirror, a vanity with a marble countertop, and a chair.

2. The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
Jesús
United States
Deidree Valarie
AU$564
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a colorful mural, a seating area, and lush green plants.
A lobby with a chandelier, stone walls, and a reception desk.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched gazebo.
A corridor with a wooden ceiling, stone pillars, and a patterned floor.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Nelia
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.
A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a compact kitchen area with a refrigerator and a coffee machine.
A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Alexis
AU$125
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.
A man and woman sitting on a red carpeted area with a glass table, in a room with large windows and a piano in the background.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.

5. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
Uruca
United States
Enrique
AU$149
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Barceló San José
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.
A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Los Molinos
United States
Nicole
AU$176
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.
A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, and arched doorways leading to other rooms.
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, arched doorways, and a view of the city at night.
A person holding a wine glass at a bar with sushi appetizers on the counter.

7. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
La Asunción
United States
Julia Dennise
AU$236
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
A resort pool area with palm trees, a bridge, and a view of the ocean.
A dining area with tables, chairs, and a staircase.
A pier extending into calm waters at sunset with lights along its length.
A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, a central bar, and multiple seating arrangements.

8. Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
El Roble
United States
Josemar Mora
AU$315
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
A wooden deck with a rope barrier leading to a pool area surrounded by tropical vegetation.
A wooden pathway leading to a modern building surrounded by dense tropical foliage.
A lush indoor garden with a variety of tropical plants and a small waterfall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

9. Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Peñas Blancas
United States
Joseph
AU$244
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.
A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.
A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

10. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
United States
Juan
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.
A modern hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, large windows, and a prominent sign.
A bar area with a curved wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and shelves with bottles and decorative items.
An outdoor bar area with a modern design, featuring a long counter with bar stools and a decorative light fixture above.

11. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
San Rafael
United States
Carl
AU$280
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
A resort with multiple swimming pools, lush greenery, and a view of the sea.
A corridor with a brick ceiling, white columns, and patterned flooring.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by trees and string lights.
A poolside dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by lush greenery.

12. Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
Jacó
United States
emilia navarro
AU$332
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
A kitchen with a wooden bar, stools, a refrigerator with magnets, and hanging plants.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a view through the window.
A grassy area with a banana tree and a fence.
A house with a stone exterior and a wooden front porch.

13. Casa Amanecer Bed & Breakfast

Casa Amanecer Bed & Breakfast
San Juan
United States
vishal
AU$160
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Casa Amanecer Bed & Breakfast
A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with pillows, a sofa, and a wooden table.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and large windows.
A garden pathway with stepping stones surrounded by lush tropical foliage.
A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a hammock, and a view of lush greenery.

14. Eden Atenas

Eden Atenas
Mercedes
United States
Ken
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Eden Atenas
A courtyard with stone flooring, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.
An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and a view of the outdoor patio.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and potted plants.
A stone pathway leading to a wooden door with a glass panel, surrounded by lush green foliage and illuminated by wall-mounted lights.

15. Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde

Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde
Orotina
United States
Estrella
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde
A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
A Croc's Resort Casino lobby with a reception desk, modern decor, and a spacious layout.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a view of the ocean through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a ceiling fan.
A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Crocs Resort & Casino

Crocs Resort & Casino
Jacó
United States
Jessica
AU$253
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Crocs Resort & Casino
A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a view of the mountains.
A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, wooden beams on the ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.
A modern indoor dining area with round tables and wicker chairs, featuring a central island and framed black-and-white photographs on the walls.

17. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Thomas
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A house with a covered porch, a small staircase, and a sign indicating 'Villa 9'.
A wooden bench in a garden with a concrete path.
A pathway surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

18. Hotel Colinas del Sol

Hotel Colinas del Sol
Atenas
United States
Alexander
AU$182
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hotel Colinas del Sol

19. Hotel Barons Resort

Hotel Barons Resort
Jesus
United States
Linda
AU$102
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hotel Barons Resort
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.
A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

20. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
Canada
Carol
AU$160
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San Rafael

Studio Hotel Boutique

Studio Hotel Boutique

10/10 Excellent
"Es un lugar tranquilo, bonito y con buena ubicación, el staff es muy amable"
Luis Fernando 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Studio Hotel Boutique
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

10/10 Excellent
"Personal muy amable y servicial Habitación bien amueblada Desayuno surtido y sabroso Piscina muy limpia y de agradable temperatura Excelente calidad de los paños tanto en piscina como en la habitación. Detalle de que hay pantuflas."
Grettel 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic stay, the staff helped with all of our questions and we made our flight without any troubles. Breakfast was good too."
Kyle 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente"
Josemar Mora 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and well located"
Emmanuel 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Xandari Resort And Spa

Xandari Resort And Spa

10/10 Excellent
"I"
Daniela 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Xandari Resort And Spa
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing place si relaxing and welcoming"
Manon 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

More cheap accommodation in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela
AU$30
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very good! (262 reviews)
Hotel Pacandé
Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela
AU$47
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
Toucan Hostel
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela
AU$50
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela
AU$54
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (254 reviews)
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela
AU$107
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very good! (754 reviews)
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

El Tigre Sabana Redonda Alajuela
AU$123
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in San Rafael?
The best area to stay in San Rafael, Alajuela Province, is around the town centre, particularly near the main park and its surrounding streets.This area provides the most convenient access to local amenities and a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere. The main park, Parque de San Rafael, is a central point, often bustling with local life, and the streets immediately surrounding it offer a selection of local eateries and shops. It's a key spot for experiencing the day-to-day rhythm of the town.For travellers looking for a tranquil base with easy access to nature, the areas slightly outside the immediate town centre, particularly those offering views of the Central Valley or the Poás Volcano, are ideal. Many properties here are set within lush gardens, providing a sense of seclusion while still being a short drive from San Rafael's conveniences. This is particularly appealing for couples seeking a peaceful retreat.Families will find the town centre appealing due to the proximity of local services and the park for children to enjoy.
When is the best time to go to San Rafael?
The best time to visit San Rafael, Costa Rica, is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.This period offers consistently sunny weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for exploring the natural beauty and outdoor activities that the Alajuela Province is known for. You'll find it easier to enjoy excursions to coffee plantations, volcano hikes, and waterfall visits without the interruption of daily downpours.Travellers looking for a relaxed and predictable holiday will appreciate the dry season. The clear skies and comfortable temperatures are superb for enjoying the region's luxurious accommodations, many of which feature outdoor pools and dining areas. It's an excellent time for couples seeking a tranquil escape with plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure.While the dry season is popular, the shoulder months of May and November can also be a good option. You might encounter occasional rain showers, but these are often brief, and the landscape is lush and green.
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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in San Rafael.
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