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El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Amazing place "
Canada
Marco
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
Restaurant

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,358 reviews)
"This place was so cute and very close to the airport which is nice for those late arrivals or early departures "
Canada
Courtney
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Hotel Mango
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C | Terrace/patio

Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
Tambor
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (728 reviews)
"Staff were wonderful, grounds were beautiful, and rooms were comfortable! Couldn’t have had a better stay!"
United States
Matthew
Villa San Ignacio
Terrace/patio

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Ciudad Cariari
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,048 reviews)
"Staff was fantastic and the hotel breakfast was great! "
Canada
Erin
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
Pozos
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (175 reviews)
"Clean rooms and hotel, good breakfast, "
United States
clara
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Outdoor pool

Barceló San José

Barceló San José
4.0 star property
Uruca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,854 reviews)
"Clean, friendly and courteous staff, good restaurants "
United States
Tim
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Barceló San José
Lobby sitting area

Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn
3.5 star property
Cacique
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (805 reviews)
"Convenient to airport. Nice pool and garden area. Wonderful breakfast."
United States
Jennifer M
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Berlor Airport Inn
3 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
4.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,930 reviews)
"Nice place and good breakfast."
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Lobby

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,452 reviews)
"Great stay near the airport "
United States
Javier
The price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Garden

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Agonía
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (479 reviews)
"Breakfast was really nice"
United States
Wesley
The price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Seasonal outdoor pool

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (194 reviews)
"Clean rooms, great location, nice breakfast."
United States
Alagappan
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Outdoor pool

Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique

Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique
3.0 star property
Guacima
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The little quiet hideaway Family own- nice people, clean and friendly"
United States
tchaiko
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique
Lobby

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
4.5 star property
San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (244 reviews)
"Amazing hotel"
United States
Alvaro
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
Exterior

Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel Pibi Boreal
3.0 star property
Desamparados
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (432 reviews)
"Great owners and place"
United States
Hugo
Hotel Pibi Boreal
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,588 reviews)
"Great breakfast, clean comfortable room, friendly staff and convenient airport shuttl!"
United States
Amy
The price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Exterior

Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel
3.5 star property
San Antonio
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (652 reviews)
"Room clean, comfortable and close to the airport. Good value for a layover to catch a morning flight. Proprietor gave us and 2 other guests a free shuttle to the airport. Great service from a friendly and welcoming host. "
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Brillasol Airport Hotel
Lobby

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Alajuela
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,309 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Jack
The price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Exterior

Hotel Your House

Hotel Your House
3.5 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (190 reviews)
"A great stay overall."
Canada
Steven
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Hotel Your House
Property entrance

Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge
3.5 star property
Vara Blanca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (534 reviews)
"It was a great location with beautiful views. 25 mins away from Poas volcano, nice breakfast and decent food. "
United States
Sagar
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Poas Volcano Lodge
Interior entrance

Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
San Antonio
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Always enjoy Hotel Aeropuerto!"
Canada
William
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Hotel Aeropuerto
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Learn more about San Rafael

Colourful colonial architecture frames San Rafael's central plaza where locals gather for weekend markets and traditional music. Nearby Poás Volcano National Park offers misty hiking trails with views of its striking turquoise crater lake.

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Exploring the place, guided by the sound of the river, I found this tiny waterfall hiding behind some trees. Shot was taken handheld.
Photo by Timothy Miles
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San Rafael

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"The A/C keeps me cool at night. Very quiet. And I love the shopping center across the street from the hotel"
Esmelda 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

More cheap accommodation in San Rafael

Alice y Juancito Boutique Hotel

Alice y Juancito Boutique Hotel

Av. 1 Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela
The price is AU$81 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
AU$81
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in San Rafael?
Located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from the heart of San Rafael, Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica and Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Rafael.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that San Rafael has to offer?
Luxury Cozy house w private heated pool, A/C, 5 min from downtown San Jose, CR: This holiday home rental outside of San Rafael is located in the city centre, and has an outdoor pool, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of games in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in San Rafael.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Rafael, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.
What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in San Rafael?
Apartotel La Cañada is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Rafael.
What are some hotels with pools in San Rafael?
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is a top hotel with an outdoor pool, free WiFi and free self-parking. View all hotels with pools in San Rafael.
How is it to stay in San Rafael?
Those travelling to San Rafael will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In San Rafael, there are 11 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about San Rafael.
What is there to see in San Rafael?
A favourite place to visit is Ojo de Agua Spa Park. You'll also find Parque Viva and Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Rafael guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Rafael?
The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 958 mm of rainfall.

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