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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2399)
"the rooms were clean,very spacious and nicely decorated"
United States
George
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

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, (1545)
"Rooms are spacious and clean with a good pool."
United Kingdom
Upulranjan D
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Restaurant
Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1320)
"Close to airport and good restaurant."
Canada
Daniel
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Mango
Terrace/patio
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

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, (2940)
"It is a great value with clean rooms"
United States
Robert
Travelling for leisure and business
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Alajuela
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1469)
"Furthermore, the room was very modern, clean and equipped with a coffee machine, big glass window and a good hairdryer."
United Kingdom
Andrea
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Lobby
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

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, (1327)
"Friendly staff and extremely clean hotel"
United States
Derilus
Travelling with small children
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

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, (1900)
"Great room, service was exceptional, amazing"
United States
Jorge
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C | Terrace/patio
Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
Tambor
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (719)
"The restaurant had great food."
United States
Victoria
Travelling with partner
Villa San Ignacio
Lobby
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
4.5 star property
San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (198)
"Nice hotel close to shopping and restaurants"
United States
Jeff
Travelling solo
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
Lobby sitting area
Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn

Berlor Airport Inn
3.5 star property
Cacique
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (791)
"The Pool area was lovely, had morning coffee on the deck"
United States
Tracey
Travelling solo
Berlor Airport Inn
Front of property
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Nice clean room, the breakfast was delicious"
United States
Alejandra
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
Courtyard
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
La Asunción
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Staff at sushi restaurant were great (as was food) and check-in/out were friendly and helpful."
United States
Karrie
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$351
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Property entrance
Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge
3.5 star property
Vara Blanca
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (526)
"Dining was very good which is nice since the lodge is a bit out of the way from other options."
United States
Thomas
Travelling with partner
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Poas Volcano Lodge
Seasonal outdoor pool
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
Ciudad Cariari
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (110)
"Great looking and clean hotel."
United States
Alain
Travelling with family
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Interior entrance
Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
San Antonio
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The hotel could use some repairs, but it was clean, A/C and wifi worked, and the pool was very nice."
United States
Jeanne
Travelling with small children
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Hotel Aeropuerto
Outdoor pool
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

Barceló San José
4.0 star property
Uruca
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1802)
"The room is very clean."
Canada
XIAO YING
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Barceló San José
Porch
Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Hotel Bougainvillea San José
3.5 star property
Santo Tomas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (423)
"Very clean and comfortable rooms."
United Kingdom
catherine
Travelling for leisure
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Very clean modern hotel near the airport."
United States
Isaac
Travelling for leisure
The price is AU$241
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Garden
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Agonía
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (467)
"the rooms are clean and quiet"
United States
sarah
Travelling for leisure
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Exterior
Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel Pibi Boreal
3.0 star property
Desamparados
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (429)
"I would have loved to arrive earlier to explore the property gardens and just relax on the balcony"
United States
Kandice
Travelling with partner
Hotel Pibi Boreal
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in San Rafael

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Terrific welcome to Costa Rica. Very friendly staff and terrific breakfast with amazing service. Person managing the breakfast was friendly and attentive. There were gluten free options."
Sean 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

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$72 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$72
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (175 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in San Rafael?
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport, located 14.3 mi (23 km) from the heart of San Rafael, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your stay in the area are Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica and Barceló San José. 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?
Las Yagrumas Condo Escazu: This holiday home rental outside of San Rafael offers a terrace, a private garden and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a full-sized fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in San Rafael.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Rafael, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.
What's it like to stay in San Rafael?
Travellers to San Rafael will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 1354 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about San Rafael.
What are the top places to visit in San Rafael?
Places to visit in the wider area include San Pedro Mall, National Museum of Costa Rica and Plaza de la Cultura. You'll also find National Theater and Central Park in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Rafael guide.
What's the weather like in San Rafael?
The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 650 mm of rainfall.

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