San Sebastian Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit San Sebastian
Activities
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
AU$120
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
AU$77
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
AU$41
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
AU$230
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
AU$49
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best San Sebastian Hotel Deals
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$223 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$223
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,546 reviews)
"The property is located with a group of businesses that cater to travelers, rental cars, Denny’s restaurant open 24 hours. The airport shuttle runs 24/7. As a lone traveler I felt very safe even though I arrived at 3am after long flight delays. I will definitely stay there again when coming and going ..."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia
The price is AU$213 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$213
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (509 reviews)
"Very clean and nice hotel. Close to airport."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
The price is AU$223 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$223
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,918 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Beautiful hotel and very nice customer service."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio La Asunción
The price is AU$205 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$205
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Todo"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is AU$177 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$177
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,143 reviews)
"Excellent hotel,a big plus was that most of the staff speak both Spanish and English. Clean, well appointed rooms and restaurant on site was a great bonus. Also the hotel is within easy walking distance of several restaurants and shops."
Reviewed on 2 July 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
The price is AU$308 per night from 10 July to 11 July
AU$308
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Airco was not working well. Persons were nosey on the floor above"
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in San Sebastian
Find the best San Sebastian areas for the activities you enjoy most.
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or Spirogyra Butterfly Garden.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton
La Sabana
While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Ciudad Cariari
Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center.
