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Located just 5.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, BEE Suites San José - Escalante offers accommodation in San José with access to a fitness centre, a shared lounge, as well as a lift. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The apartment also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Location was close to lots of restaurants. Very calm and safe neighborhood. No noise from the city.

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9.1
Superb
1,489 reviews
Price from
US$94.40
per night

Located in central San Jose, Hotel Casa 69 offers a garden patio, free Wi-Fi in public areas and individually decorated rooms with cable TV. The National Museum is just a 10-minute walk away.

Each bright room at Hotel Casa 69 features a fan, a fridge, a radio-alarm clock and a safe. The private bathrooms include a shower. One of the best breakfasts in Latin-America! Fruit, bread and jelly, gallo pinto, eggs etc Rooms are very nice with tv and mini-fridge and table and chairs outside to enjoy the evening

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9.1
Superb
2,060 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 6 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. What a great place! Electronic key entry worked perfectly. Clean and tidy. The private room had a comfortable bed. There are roll down blinds for privacy and to keep the sun out. The fan provides good air movement. The other travelers I spoke with were interesting. Independent traveling women with ages ranging from 20 to 50s. It was fun to share stories.

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9.3
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
US$21.42
per night

Set in Platanillo, less than 1 km from Nauyaca Waterfalls and 18 km from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary, Luxury Apartments Nauyaca by Paradiselodge offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property features pool and garden views. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. Tremendous place to stay. If you are willing, and able, to drive 15 minutes to Dominical (the closest spot) for lunch and dinner, then this place is absolutely worth visiting. Almost newly built with large rooms, and a beautiful garden. Emanuel and staff was so helpful and friendly. Me and the family really enjoyed our 4 nights here.

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9.7
Exceptional
119 reviews
Price from
US$76.80
per night

Featuring a spa bath, Villas Páramo Cloud Forest Hotel is located in División. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 18 km from Cerro de la Muerte. Epic views of the mountains ànd town. Stars so bright you felt like one with the planet. Super nice place with a jacuzzi also with full glass view to stars ànd valley. Super clean ànd great host. Totally recommend this place. Can’t wait to come Back. Breathtaking is an understatement.

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9.7
Exceptional
193 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

Located in Copey, Curuba Lodge offers accommodation with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a restaurant.

There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer. Food. Comfortable room. Excellent staff. 100/10.

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9.8
Exceptional
196 reviews
Price from
US$10
per night

Located in Piedades, 42 km from Poas National Park, Canal Grande Lodge provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 9.1 km from Parque Viva and 15 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, the property features a terrace and a bar. The hotel features a sauna, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The place is amazing! Such a beatiful property with stunning views over the valley. An incredible place to relax or do remote work. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful. Excellent value for money.

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9.5
Exceptional
356 reviews
Price from
US$126
per night

Situated just 5.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Trebol Amarillo Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation in Escazu with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a concierge service. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The bed and breakfast also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The breakfast was pretty good. I've certainly had worse. I love working at my desk. There's always coffee and tea and the staff is so accommodating.

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9
Superb
171 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

Las Bromelias Lodge has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Paso Macho, 28 km from Cerro de la Muerte. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. The holiday home features family rooms. Beautiful location, plenty of space to sleep, relax, have meals plus great views. Very helpful staff that visited the house while we were away and prepared fireplace for us after we used wood the day before. Perfect location to explore Savegre forest and this area. In the cottage we found a contact to very good, profesional birdwatching guide.

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9.4
Superb
166 reviews
Price from
US$47.25
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a patio, Cozy apartment with terrace, SJ Cosmopolitan Tower #402 is set in San José. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The apartment also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The apartment is very well equipped with a lot of extra amenities within the building. Carlos and Hannia were really helpful and responsive all the time. 10/10 - definitely recommend :)

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9.6
Exceptional
188 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

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