El Ciprés Travel Guide
San José
Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
National Theater of Costa Rica
You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
Top hotels in El Ciprés
Barceló San José
I’ve genuinely never stayed anywhere quite like this—and not in a good way. This hotel is so far from 5-star, it’s hard to know where to begin. On arrival, there was just one person working at reception during what we were told is peak season. You’re forced into a single queue for everything—check-in, ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Our experience was excellent.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Excellent hotel. Great staff and shuttle to air port.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Solo pasamos una noche ya que salíamos al otro día de viaje, tiene buena localización porque está cerca del aereopuerto. El personal excelente, al cuarto le hacía falta cariño porque se ve un poco viejo y olía mucho a humedad. El desayuno estuvo muy bueno.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Fresh free Tico breakfast, complimentary evening snacks in the lobby, staff very nice, good amount of supplies to purchase. Property had laundry (washer/dryer). Our room as booked had a kitchenette. Everything was clean. Zero complaints.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Hard to connect to wifi. Room wasn’t ready for us although we had reservations and were checking in at 11pm At night. Pool furniture is old, tired and uncomfortable
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Ciprés
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Mercado Central.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.
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.
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.
Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.
