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1. Poas Volcano Lodge

Vara Blanca

Hanneke

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

2. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

La Asunción

Hai

$180 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A resort with multiple blue-roofed buildings, palm trees, and a view of a distant cityscape.

3. Buena Vista Chic Hotel

San Isidro

Kuldeep S

$175 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

4. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Karen

$129 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

5. Villa San Ignacio

Tambor

Christian

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a distant cityscape.

6. Xandari Resort And Spa

San Isidro

Cole

$241 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

7. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Andrew

$139 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

8. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Cacique

Maria

$129 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern, elongated building with a flat roof, surrounded by dense greenery.

9. Hotel Pibi Boreal

Desamparados

Camielle

$101 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

10. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

Melinda

$133 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

11. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Debra

$124 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and wooden lounge chairs, with a covered seating area in the background.

12. Hotel La Rosa de America

La Mandarina

Stephanie

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

13. Hotel Mango

Cacique

Thomas

$100 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

14. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Pozos

Ari

$111 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

15. La Riviera Hotel B&B

San Antonio de Belen

Kaiba

$107 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.

16. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

San Rafael

Kayla

$215 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

17. Hotel Martino Spa and Resort

La Garita

Kurt Steven

$116 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

18. Hotel Aeropuerto

San Antonio

Richard

$104 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A nighttime view of a landscaped garden with illuminated pathways and a building in the background.

19. Brillasol Airport Hotel

San Antonio

Gary

$98 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating, a green wall with hanging plants, and large windows.

20. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

San José

ANDRES

$133 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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A resort with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

Peace Lodge

Vara Blanca

$467 off

per night

$1,623 total

includes taxes & fees

A view from a balcony with a table and bench, overlooking a lush valley.

Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel + Retreat

Ángeles

$110 off

per night

$497 total

includes taxes & fees

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

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

San Rafael

per night

$293 total

includes taxes & fees

A corridor with potted plants, a wooden door, and a metal gate.

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

La Agonía

per night

$173 total

includes taxes & fees

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Santo Tomas

per night

$456 total

includes taxes & fees

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a cloudy sky.

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

Peñas Blancas

$105 off

per night

$418 total

includes taxes & fees

Poas Volcano Lodge

Vara Blanca

$86 off

per night

$254 total

includes taxes & fees

A spacious room with large windows, a staircase, and wicker furniture.

Trapp Family Country Inn

San Antonio

per night

$114 total

includes taxes & fees

Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel + Retreat

Ángeles

per night

$249 total

includes taxes & fees

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

La Agonía

per night

$99 total

includes taxes & fees

Xandari Resort And Spa

San Isidro

per night

$456 total

includes taxes & fees

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

San Rafael

per night

$175 total

includes taxes & fees

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.

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Ciudad Cariari

per night

$98 total

includes taxes & fees

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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

$139 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

La Asunción

$180 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

$133 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A person in a yellow dress petting a white cow in a grassy field with a playground in the background.

Hotel & Spa El Escondite de la Montaña

Sabana Redonda

$114 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Poas Volcano Observatory Lodge & Glamping

Sabana Redonda

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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Go beyond your typical stay in Central Valley

Top landmarks in Central Valley

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National Stadium of Costa Rica

8.8/10 (1,847 reviews)

You could catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica, a stadium in La Sabana. Our travelers also like the museums and art galleries in the area. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think National Stadium of Costa Rica is cool, you also might like Palace of Sports and Estadio Ricardo Saprissa Ayma, both located nearby.

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A cityscape with a stadium, residential areas, and mountains in the background.

Sabana Park

8.8/10 (1,549 reviews)

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Sabana Park in La Sabana. Our travelers also like the museums and art galleries in the area. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Central Park and Morazan Park, both nearby.

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Learn more about Central Valley

Central Valley is hailed for its natural beauty and museums while top attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park. The city has something for everyone including its entertainment, cafes, and sights like Barva Volcano and Hacienda Alsacia.

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Top Central Valley Hotel Reviews

A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Bajo Cornizal

10/10 Exceptional

Alberto

Hotel Pibi Boreal

Desamparados

10/10 Exceptional

I was a little worried during the taxi ride to the hotel that I had made a terrible mistake in picking the hotel as some of the areas look a little rough (by American standards), however, once at the gated hotel I realized that I indeed had made a good choice when choosing the location as the property is incredibly calming and beautiful. Just know that since you are out of the city you will need to use Uber eat or a taxi to get food as there is no onsite restaurant.

kim

A modern house with a stone staircase leading to a wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.

Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel

Ciudad Cariari

10/10 Exceptional

Anonymous traveler

Xandari Resort And Spa

San Isidro

10/10 Exceptional

This wonderful property has amazing views and plenty of activities to enjoy from waterfalls to the farm where they grow their food as well as multiple pools with beautiful views and personal villas that provide privacy and comfort! All of the staff members were extremely pleasant and very helpful with booking spa experiences as well as helping with anything you wanted or needed outside of the resort. We want to especially thank Mario who is such a beautiful soul and an amazing host. He made our...

Sheneika

A natural pool surrounded by dense tropical vegetation, a wooden deck, and a covered seating area.

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Peñas Blancas

10/10 Exceptional

Gianna

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

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Ciudad Cariari

10/10 Exceptional

Luis

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Santo Tomas

10/10 Exceptional

The staff at the Bougainvillea welcome and get to know each and every one of their guests. You feel like you are a guest in their own home. The rooms are clean and spacious with great views of the mountain or the garden - I had a tree top view of a flowering Margarita tree - sensational! The dining is good and the prices comparable to most restaurants. Don't expect a bargain as there are none in Costa Rica. However, the breakfast is free, substantial and you can have as much as you want of...

Pat

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

La Agonía

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to spend a night before our flight home. The host met us at the door when we arrived and was up at 4:30am to see us off. My wife and I walked to several nice restaurants just 8 minutes away. Very close to the airport, very clean and great value! Had A/C and a refrigerator to keep some food cold. Safe, gated parking but definitely not a lot of room. We had a mid sized SUV which fit fine, but anything bigger would be a tight fit. Would definitely stay here again.

James

A hotel lobby with wooden paneling, a patterned rug, and tables set for dining.

Hotel Grano de Oro

Hospital

10/10 Exceptional

From the moment we stepped from our transfer, we were treated royally - the staff is trained well, very friendly, and efficient! The courtyard, used for meals, was lovely - heaters provided for cooler weather. The menus for both breakfast and dinner offered a variety of local as well as international options. Our standard room was small, but very comfortable. The best feature, for those who love to walk, is the location - a twenty minute stroll from central downtown, near wonderful museums...

NRM

Poas Volcano Lodge

Vara Blanca

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel (not really kind of a retreat/B&B) is set away from the surrounding towns and is in the middle of a small working farm. You drive past cows and milking stalls on the way in....you feel that you're stepping even further away from your busy life to a simpler time. When you step inside it does take a while to realize you are really in someones home, and it's very welcoming. There are fires going in the stoves and fireplaces each evening, all the guests and staff are friendly, and feel...

Anonymous traveler

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

Peñas Blancas

10/10 Exceptional

I generally do not write reviews, but our experience as Hotel Heliconias was so wonderful that I felt compelled to share. My boyfriend and I traveled to Costa Rica for the first time at the end of May, and began our trip at the Arenal Volcano. We chose to stay at Hotel Heliconias because it was so reasonably priced and had received great reviews from other users, even though it is 20-30 minutes from La Fortuna town. We were not disappointed. Oscar, Omar, and the rest of the family were...

Brittany

Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel + Retreat

Ángeles

10/10 Exceptional

so I loved this hotel the first few nights. But there is a lot of stuff that I need to warn others. There's nothing to do here besides a few nature walks. There is a lovely fireplace in each cabin and the cabins are lovely but there is a very very long and bumpy ride to get to the villa. I literally cringe thinking about this 45 minute road just to get access to the property. The service is great, the food is great but it's all very VERY expensive. If you do not have a car, transportation...

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

10/10 Exceptional

Kara

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

San José

10/10 Exceptional

Rodolfo

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

San Rafael

10/10 Exceptional

Patricia

A swimming pool with a view of a sunset and buildings in the background.

Studio Hotel Boutique

Santa Ana

10/10 Exceptional

Andrew

An outdoor seating area with stone-tiled flooring, potted plants, and a small water feature.

Hotel Villa Los Candiles

Santa Ana

10/10 Exceptional

Took a while to find the place but when I arrived, finally, the hotel looked very inviting from the outside. I had the upstairs suite with a nice balcony overlooking the pool. The only thing was when I got to my room and it was late when I checked in, I didn't realize until an hour later that the cold knob in the shower was broken. No worries though, early next morning I was moved into another suite with my own private garden next to my bedroom. Thanks guys!

Emmanuel

A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

La Ribera

10/10 Exceptional

NICOLE

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