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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

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.

A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall and a metal ladder.

1. Barceló San José

Uruca

Guest highlights

Beautiful pool area and lounge
Free Airport Shuttle service
Delicious food options available

AU$151

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, a large window with a view, and a cozy seating area with a unique wooden coffee table.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a hanging chair, a bedside table, and a built-in bench.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a view of greenery through a sliding glass door, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a lush green landscape.

2. The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

Jesús

Guest highlights

Beautiful location near the retreat hotel
Attentive and kind staff
Stunning views of the landscape

AU$577

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a colorful mural, a seating area, and lush green plants.

A corridor with a wooden ceiling, stone pillars, and a patterned floor.

A buffet area with various food items, a refrigerated display, and a view of tropical plants through large windows.

A lobby with a chandelier, stone walls, and a reception desk.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Ciudad Cariari

Guest highlights

Beautiful pool area with lounge chairs
Convenient airport shuttle service included
Delicious buffet with diverse options

AU$178

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

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

Ciudad Cariari

Guest highlights

Beautiful pool area with lounge chairs
Free Airport Shuttle service available
Delicious breakfast buffet with variety

AU$136

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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.

5. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

La Asunción

Guest highlights

Grand neoclassical pool area
Outstanding breakfast with a buffet spread
Delicious food with omelette bar

AU$240

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

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 snack display with chips and a refrigerated beverage section in a modern store.

6. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Ciudad Cariari

Guest highlights

Free airport shuttle every half hour
Delicious free breakfast buffet options
Nice pool area with lounge chairs

AU$210

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A wooden deck with a rope barrier leading to a pool area surrounded by tropical vegetation.

A hotel room with a wooden vanity, a coffee machine, a tray with toiletries, and a view of a hammock and greenery outside.

A lush indoor garden with a variety of tropical plants and a small waterfall.

A wooden pathway leading to a modern building surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

7. Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Peñas Blancas

Guest highlights

Beautiful hot springs pools on-site
Excellent food at Morpho restaurant
Responsive staff providing great service

AU$257

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options.

An outdoor bar area with a modern design, featuring a long counter with bar stools and a decorative light fixture above.

A modern lobby with a large window, a vertical plant wall, and a seating area with a lamp.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered outdoor area, large windows, and a prominent sign.

8. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

San Rafael

Guest highlights

Fantastic dining options in the restaurant
Attentive service at mealtimes

AU$278

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A resort with multiple swimming pools, lush greenery, and a view of the sea.

A spacious living area with a grand piano, wooden flooring, and a view of the outdoors.

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.

9. Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

Jacó

Guest highlights

Incredible views of the beach
Large pool with cabanas
Beautiful location near the ocean

AU$382

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

10. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

Guest highlights

Beautiful pool with poolside bar
Hearty breakfast with a buffet spread
Free Airport Shuttle service available

AU$178

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A resort pool area with palm trees, a bridge, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious indoor dining area with high ceilings, a central bar, and multiple seating arrangements.

A dining area with tables, chairs, and a staircase.

A pier extending into calm waters at sunset with lights along its length.

11. Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

El Roble

Guest highlights

Great fun at the swimming pools
Delicious food choices at restaurant

AU$319

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, a wall-mounted elevator, and decorative wall art.

A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.

A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

12. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Guest highlights

Convenient shuttle service on-site
Free breakfast buffet with diverse options
Tasty food and dining on offer

AU$173

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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 entrance with a large archway, a reception desk, and a crosswalk leading to the entrance.

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, wooden beams on the ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a view of the mountains.

13. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Ciudad Cariari

Guest highlights

Lovely pool area with Sun loungers
Dinner at Quattro Italian restaurant
Free Airport Shuttle service available

AU$140

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A courtyard with stone flooring, palm trees, and a building with a balcony.

A stone pathway leading to a wooden door with a glass panel, surrounded by lush green foliage and illuminated by wall-mounted lights.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and a view of the outdoor patio.

A pool area with a pergola, surrounded by tropical plants and a building with yellow walls.

14. Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde

Orotina

Guest highlights

Swimming pool available on site
Immaculate rooms on arrival
Delicious breakfast with fresh options

AU$202

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A kitchen with a wooden bar, stools, a refrigerator with magnets, and hanging plants.

A spacious indoor area with wooden furniture, including chairs and a table, and a stone wall in the background.

A grassy area with a banana tree and a fence.

A house with a stone exterior and a wooden front porch.

15. Casa Amanecer Bed & Breakfast

San Juan

Guest highlights

Delicious breakfast with fresh options
Serene setting with scenic views
Beautiful garden with flowers

AU$159

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a hammock, and a view of lush greenery.

A lush garden with various tropical plants and a well-maintained lawn.

A room with wooden flooring, a wooden desk, and a view of greenery through large windows with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and a window with curtains.

16. Eden Atenas

Mercedes

Guest highlights

Large and clean pool area
Scenic garden surroundings
Friendly and helpful staff

AU$132

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A breakfast table with a variety of food items and a glass of orange juice, set against a backdrop of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A beach with a clear view of the ocean, a sandy shore, and a forested hill in the background.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a pool, and a view of palm trees and buildings.

A resort with multiple swimming pools, a large building, and a mountainous backdrop.

17. Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort

Jacó

Guest highlights

Beach-facing pool with refreshing water
Responsive staff providing great service
Excellent food quality at on-site restaurant

AU$380

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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 pathway surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

18. Hotel Colinas del Sol

Atenas

Guest highlights

Delicious food at the on-site restaurant
Warm and supportive staff

AU$183

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A table set for two with wine glasses and a candle, overlooking a pool and palm trees at sunset.

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.

19. Crocs Resort & Casino

Jacó

Guest highlights

Spectacular ocean view from rooms
Nice pool area with plenty of space
On-site Italian restaurant with great food

AU$269

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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 hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a large TV screen displaying a movie.

20. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Guest highlights

Excellent buffet breakfast options
Convenient on-site dining option
Free Airport shuttle service provided

AU$169

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San Rafael

Hotel Mango

8/10 Good

"WIFI was not working"

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

8/10 Good

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Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is definitely 5 Star staff was nice pool was clean and the weather it was ok lots of rain area is safe to be and only thing you know Spanish lol other than that no complaints ❤️❤️"

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"This is the second time over stayed here and it's a safe family friendly establishment. The family puts a lot of love into their space and make it easy for guests. It's been a perfect place to stay near the airport for me during my visits."

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is always very helpful, cheery and accomodating. Checkin is always a breeze, the shuttle for the Gastronomic Route is efficient and reliable to take us to quality food options (rePUBlic is a favourite) and the breakfast is healthy, plentiful and well cared for by the staff (Minor was a kind and caring manager of the food and gave us nice insights into the various fruits available). Bravo team Alajuela HI."

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"I frequently stay here and the hotel never fails to disappoint. Clean, comfortable rooms, nice gym, friendly bar, excellent menu and service."

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."

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and well located"

Xandari Resort And Spa

10/10 Excellent

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More cheap accommodation in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

AU$31

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (263 reviews)

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

AU$44

6 Oct - 7 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

AU$47

9 Oct - 10 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

AU$54

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)

1915 Hotel

Downtown Alajuela Alajuela

AU$100

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (96 reviews)

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela

AU$109

5 Oct - 6 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (755 reviews)

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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Our top choices for San Rafael hotels

1. Barceló San José

2. The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

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

5. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

6. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

7. Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

8. Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

9. Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

10. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

11. Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive

12. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

13. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

14. Hotel Boutique Iguana Verde

15. Casa Amanecer Bed & Breakfast

16. Eden Atenas

17. Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort

18. Hotel Colinas del Sol

19. Crocs Resort & Casino

20. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San Rafael

Hotel Mango

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Xandari Resort And Spa

More cheap accommodation in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

Toucan Hostel

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

1915 Hotel

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

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