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Situated in San José and within 4.3 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Casa Mayela Guest House has a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 8.8 km from Parque Diversiones, 21 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 26 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.8 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. Good location. The place seemed very secure.

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9
Superb
351 reviews
Price from
US$45
per night

Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal, Habitacion Exclusiva para Mujeres, 2 camarotes, precio por cama offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 5.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

Parque Diversiones is 8.7 km from the guest house, while Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium is 21 km away. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 20 km from the property. The place was clean, cozy, and exactly as described. The host was incredibly friendly and helpful

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9.1
Superb
35 reviews
Price from
US$22.50
per night

Located in Palmares, 46 km from Cerro de la Muerte and 30 km from Nauyaca Waterfalls, Hospedaje Adrimaran offers a garden and air conditioning. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 47 km from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary.

The guest house is equipped with a flat-screen TV. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

The guest house features a children's playground and a picnic area. Comfy, responsive host, Air conditioner, TV, shared kitchen, quiet, HUGE ROOM AND BATHROOM.

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9.3
Superb
44 reviews

Featuring a balcony with garden views, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden, Paradiselodge Jungleguesthouse can be found in Platanillo, close to Nauyaca Waterfalls and 18 km from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service. Terrific reception and attention to all details by both Anja the manageress and Wendy the housekeeper. Kind, helpful & always very polite. The bungalow was a delight to live in for 4 days at the end of November 2023! We spent lovely days down on the coast, and up at the waterfalls. A delightfully restful and perfect part of our two week vacation. Highly recommended!!

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9.2
Superb
39 reviews
Price from
US$115
per night

The colonial-style Costa Rica Guesthouse offers a green tropical garden and patio with complimentary Wi-Fi, Co-Work space and two private parking.

Costa Rica Guesthouse offers coffee and tea throughout the day in the communal lounge and a breakfast for 3500 colones only! There is also a TV lounge with a licensed bar and restaurant. A business center is available for meeting. The room is big, bed is super comfy and it’s so quiet. Best sleep in months. Great location

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8.2
Very good
2,710 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Offering a casino, gym and free WiFi zone, this modern Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas is situated opposite España Park and the Modern Art Museum.

Costa Rica’s National Museum and Atlántico Train Station are just 500 metres from Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas. Juan Santamaría International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. The hotel offers free private parking. Excellent and very friendly staff, clean rooms, great location for the museums tours we wanted. Nearly all staff spoke English even though I can speak poor Spanish. Rooms were very quiet from the city noise. Had parking which was important for us. Breakfast was very good with a nice variety of food although I would have liked an omelet bar. All in all a great value and close to many things that we wanted. We requested an extended check-out that was granted, (although it turned out that it was not needed after all), We were also able to check-in early which was very nice. We would recommend this hotel and will stay again when we have visitors that want to visit San Jose.

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8.6
Fabulous
3,135 reviews
Price from
US$89.25
per night

Featuring a garden and views of inner courtyard, Haven Hotel is a recently renovated guest house located in San José, 5.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The guest house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Big room, big comfy bed, fan for cooling, 2 tables, rack for clothes and towel, big window with curtains, private bathroom and shower. Very nice area with restaurants, cafes, sodas and mall in walking distance. The hotel has big patio few meters above street level and is great place to chill.

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8.5
Very good
191 reviews
Price from
US$24.30
per night

Boasting a garden and views of city, Viva Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park. This guest house features free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a minimarket for guests. Clean and quiet, super friendly host, yummy breakfast. Thank you!

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8.8
Fabulous
555 reviews

Located within 48 km of Poas National Park and 800 metres of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica in San José, Casa Jardin del Mango offers accommodation with seating area. This guest house provides free private parking and a shared kitchen. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The gardens were fantastic. The owner was helpful. The first night our room was a little tight for 5 so they moved us to a bigger room which was much appreciated. This is like an upscale hostel but it was fantastic. We felt right at home. You cannot beaten the price. Thumbs up.

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8.9
Fabulous
634 reviews
Price from
US$59.40
per night

At the guest house, every unit comes with a desk. Each unit is equipped with a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms are equipped with a patio. At the guest house, some units are soundproof. I was very surprised! It's a large, neat colonial house (bungalow style). All rooms are private with bathroom and arranged around a very lush courtyard. It's spacious and well-kept, fully a equipped kitchen and a Peri grocery store at the corner. Lots of couches and books to read. The host doesn't live on site but is super friendly and responsive. There's a bus stop at the corner with plenty of busses bringing you to the center. Overall, it's the comfort of a hotel with the convenience of a hostel.

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8.7
Fabulous
126 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

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