La Sabana 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 fascinating museums.

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 Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.

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.
Things to do

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Top hotels in La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana
We enjoyed our stay at the Hilton San Jose La Sabana. Will definitely come back again.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
Excellent, loved the view from my bedroom
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
Great staff
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

KC Hotel San José
Nice clean large room, excellent healthy breakfast. Helpful staff, Ideal location for parks, trips and sights.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hotel Palma Real
Clean rooms, great service, accommodating. Very noisy - on 3rd floor you can still hear people talking on the street. The motorcycles and truck drivers engine sounds are loud enough to keep you awake so bring ear plugs.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
Spotless, great breakfast and service
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Sabana

Mata Redonda
While visiting Mata Redonda, you might make a stop by sights like National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional.

San Bosco
While San Bosco isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Costa Rican Art and Sabana Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Hatillo
Hatillo might not have many top sights, but Sabana Park and Museum of Costa Rican Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Uruca
If you're spending some time in Uruca, Amusement Park San Jose and Pueblo Antiguo are top sights worth seeing.
