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Our top choices for San José 3-star hotels

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

1. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,238 reviews)
"Great place and near the airport."
United States
Kristil
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

2. 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, (3,474 reviews)
"Property was very nice, with clean rooms, friendly staff and good breakfast options. Close proximity to the airport as well. Overall a very good hotel"
Canada
Shaharyar
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

3. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,706 reviews)
"Great place to stay, in fact probably the nicest hotel airport I’ve stayed at anywhere. Very clean, friendly staff, and the breakfast was delicious with a lot of variety."
United States
Serena
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

4. 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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,762 reviews)
"Convenient to the airport and great place to stay. Great breakfast too!"
United States
John Ross
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,161 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

6. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel, we have stayed there many times."
United States
Richard
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

7. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,525 reviews)
"Great experience, good breakfast, clean room, nice pool"
United States
Jacob
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Mango
A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

8. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."
United States
Scott
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'Wyndham Garden' sign, and well-lit windows.

9. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean rooms Great location"
United States
Jason
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

10. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
3.5 star property
La Ribera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (526 reviews)
"Clean rooms great staff and good breakfast"
Canada
Jean Pierre
The price is £128
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

11. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Pozos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful staff, good location and parking. Excellent breakfast."
Canada
Phil
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A swimming pool with a bench, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a building in the background.

12. Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
3.5 star property
Uruca
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"great place to stay before heading to the airport. good breakfast , nice pool and sauna"
United States
Jose roberto
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Irazu Hotel & Studios
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

13. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
3.5 star property
La Sabana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (867 reviews)
"Perfect location. Friendly staff"
United States
Igor
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

14. 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, (707 reviews)
"Great Hotel ,staff was very friendly and helpful and very clean"
United States
Lavasha
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
A bar area with multiple stools, shelves with glassware, and hanging plants.

15. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
3.5 star property
Sánchez
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (958 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, the room was spotless and the staff super friendly."
United States
Engel
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
A swimming pool with a view of a cityscape at night.

16. Posada El Quijote

Posada El Quijote
3.0 star property
San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Lawrence Nicholas
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Posada El Quijote
A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by cushioned seating and plants.

17. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (949 reviews)
"Love the convenience of the location. The staff were great. Love it !"
United States
marilen
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

18. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
3.5 star property
Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (264 reviews)
"Great place and near everything"
United States
jack
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.

19. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
Pozos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (381 reviews)
"Nice location, not too far from the airport. There were a lot of restaurants across the street. I love that breakfast was included. The staff were very helpful in the rooms were very clean and organized."
United States
Anessa
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
An outdoor bar area with seating and a view of a modern building.

20. AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Nice property on a premium location"
United States
Felipe
The price is £114
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San José?
Hotel El Maragato, around 0.2 mi northeast of downtown San José, is an Expedia guest favourite. A cafe and an espresso maker are among its conveniences. Exe San Jose Centre is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travellers. It offers a sauna and a cafe, and is approximately 0.3 mi northeast of the centre.
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