Title: La Mandarina Travel Guide: Best of La Mandarina, San José Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in La Mandarina](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Mandarina-Hotels.d553248635976394952.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San José](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San José](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Activities)[La Mandarina Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-La-Mandarina.d553248635976394952.Car-Hire-Guide)[La Mandarina Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Mandarina.d553248635976394952.Holidays-City-Breaks) # La Mandarina Travel Guide ## San José ## Visit La Mandarina Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San José travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jos.dx603085) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507595/a90020ae-c78c-4a6b-b4db-8e7642ad88b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101134/b27329da-b981-4821-9424-d629ab914aa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Stadium-Of-Costa-Rica-San-Jose.d6101134.Attraction) ![Autódromo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6355960/58d2e5cc-412d-4d2a-9b47-1f7546f50987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parque-Viva-San-Jose.d553248634304701374.Attraction) ![Parque Central de San José en Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507591/ffc02a7a-38fa-4cdc-9dc2-79fa04c60bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Park-Hospital.d507591.Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of the National theater in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502510/18438218-b063-43f9-9baf-a725b0ecabd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Theater You can make plans for a show at National Theater on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Theater-San-Jose.d502510.Attraction) ![Beautiful aerial view of the Morazan Park in Costa Rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507589/ae1cf23c-ebe0-404a-adcb-96c9474736d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Morazan-Park-San-Jose.d507589.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2054373/fcff911d-1325-4e5d-bdab-e9b6d1d9184f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio £63 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.activity-details) ![Arenal Volcano Experience Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214544/7df70423-eafc-40be-8c77-f92706b2ef95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose £116 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-experience-full-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1214544.activity-details) ![Arenal Volcano Mega Combo Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1214523/02562c43-9305-4aa6-bf2e-1a5e3426a13a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner £138 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arenal-volcano-full-day-combo-tour-with-lunch-and-dinner.a1214523.activity-details) ![manuel antonio national park tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1353988/9cfc7e85-2db9-46d8-92db-3d3adb2671dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose £123 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manuel-antonio-national-park-sightseeing-and-wildlife-day-tour-from-san-jose.a1353988.activity-details) ![San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/274749/72dfc7b1-7d8e-4f02-91f1-cead05282f56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner £40 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-by-night-small-group-food-and-culture-tour-with-dinner.a274749.activity-details) ![ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47970907/9858f2e7-49d1-494c-b4b0-cdc4bfb19774.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ £99 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/isla-tortuga-desde-san-jose.a47970907.activity-details) [See all activities in San José](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Jose.d603085.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in La Mandarina ![Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921900/921872/3f2af0e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo £137 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,458 reviews) ok Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=921872&PinnedHotelID=921872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394952) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1039800/1039787/6dfcadbb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia £84 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,099 reviews) Loved that there rooms have 2 levels in one room. Definitely a flex and perfect for families or guest that want to be separated. Airport shuttle included and walking distance to restaurants and stores. Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1039787&PinnedHotelID=1039787&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394952) ![Barceló San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/789000/788912/85eda134_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barceló San José Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £57 12 Mar - 13 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,900 reviews) All the above Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=788912&PinnedHotelID=788912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394952) ![Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115550000/115546600/115546556/33a8a96f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose Pan American Highway La Asunción Heredia £123 6 Mar - 7 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (239 reviews) Very clean, great staff and loved the rooms! Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=115546556&PinnedHotelID=115546556&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394952) ![Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2303800/2303711/0262b4c1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG 1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport Rio Segundo Alajuela £153 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,599 reviews) Spotless Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=2303711&PinnedHotelID=2303711&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394952) ![Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54800/54705/d549b813_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen 700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia £165 7 Mar - 8 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) The hotel and staff were very helpful. The restaurant food was excellent! Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=54705&PinnedHotelID=54705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976394952) [See all 1,493 properties in La Mandarina](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976394952) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976394952) ## Check La Mandarina hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394952&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[13 Feb - 14 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394952&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394952&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15)[14 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394952&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394952&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976394952&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around La Mandarina ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cacique 4/5(5 area reviews) Cacique might not have many top sights, but Casino Fiesta and Ojo de Agua Spa Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Cacique.dx553248635976384200) ![Such a treat to see the incredible blue colors of Rio Celeste from above.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229553/da058846-2770-4f00-af4f-7443476f5d43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ciudad Cariari Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Golf Course or Cariari Bowling Center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Ciudad-Cariari.dx6229553) ![Aerial View of La Sabana, rohrmoser, pavas, and Escazu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975876307/5880a279-d318-4c3d-a1ad-df8eee6af83e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pavas While Pavas isn't home to many top sights, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Amusement Park San Jose are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Province-Pavas.dx553248635975876307) ![Aerial View of San Jose, Rohrmoser, Circumvalacion and Ruta 39 in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976397738/d308802d-f11e-4d9d-a153-d7c92c01508c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rohrmoser Though Rohrmoser may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Estadio Nacional and National Stadium of Costa Rica. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Rohrmoser.dx553248635976397738) ![First experience in Costa Rica. The hotel is nothing special but the view was beautiful. Breakfast consisted or fresh fruit, eggs, and beans and rice.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3177/ea552bd4-c93c-4c9a-a967-16cc68b44002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Uruca If you're spending some time in Uruca, Amusement Park San Jose and Pueblo Antiguo are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uruca.dx674580852166922240) ![La Sabana Park and Costa Rica National Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975864897/a1393e2d-06e2-4ef8-9e6b-908731da6fca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mata Redonda While visiting Mata Redonda, you might make a stop by sights like National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mata-Redonda.dx553248635975864897) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # La Mandarina Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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