Title: San Jose Travel Guide: Best of San Jose, San José Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels.d6055030.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Holiday-Rentals.d6055030.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[San Jose Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-San-Jose.d6055030.Car-Hire-Guide)[San Jose Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose.d6055030.Holidays-City-Breaks) # San Jose Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium (Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica) and Dowtown San Jose, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055030/3879fc7d-1163-4b0e-8270-b4010b0d85ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit San Jose Things to do - Top hotels in San Jose - Top Holiday Rentals in San Jose ![Barceló San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/790000/789000/788912/459f24b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barceló San José Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose £60 31 Mar - 1 Apr 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. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,955 reviews) Nice, very nice , THANK YOU Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=788912&PinnedHotelID=788912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055030) ![Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1378000/1377921/1a57897e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia £87 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.6/10 Good! (2,032 reviews) This hotel is bad need of maintenance. Broken tiles to walk on. Broken tiles in all the pools, likely easy to get cut. Rooms are aged and not in great condition. At the time of my visit, hot water wasnt working and worse staff didn't advise me of this at checkin. Avoid this hotel. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1377921&PinnedHotelID=1377921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055030) ![Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/921900/921872/w5757h3835x0y5-86d7993a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo £134 8 Apr - 9 Apr 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! (2,446 reviews) We stayed here before an early morning flight. The staff were friendly, the rooms were clean, and the food was great! We had a 6 am flight and requested a shuttle around 3:30 am, it was only a few minute wait. We would definitely stay here again. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=921872&PinnedHotelID=921872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055030) [See all 1,545 properties in San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6055030) 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. ![Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34100/34084/e4865290_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio East side of Costa Rica Country Club San Rafael Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (983 reviews) Clean room and nice staff Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Apartotel-Suites-Villas-Del-Rio.h34084.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9430000/9426100/9426098/68d70e84_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina 300 meters north ICE building San José San Jose Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (748 reviews) One of the reasons I booked this hotel was that it stated in the description that the suite contained a washer and dryer. It doesn’t. The laundry room is downstairs and it costs US$12 to wash and dry a load. The suite itself was huge with a very comfortable bed in a separate bedroom. The breakfast ... Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Suites-Cristina.h9426098.Hotel-Information) ![BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/9fceaf98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante San José, Barrio Escalante. San José San José Stay at this apartment in San José. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews) The condo was clean but smelled of disinfectant. The smell was so unpleasant that I had to keep the window open all the time. Although the window stayed open for the entire time, the smell remained. As soon as I stepped into this condo, I called the BEE management and asked for a different condo, ... Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Hotels-The-Train-Apartments-Barrio-Escalante.h67550811.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6055030&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check San Jose hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[25 Mar - 26 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6055030&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### 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 acclaimed art galleries. [](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 of Costa Rica 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 entertainment choices 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 £64 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/catamaran-ocean-king-manuel-antonio.a2054373.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 £41 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) ![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 £118 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 £140 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) ![Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48181042/b63aeead-196e-4e0d-b26f-1de739eee7a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alajuela-coffee-plantation-guided-tour-with-tasting.a48181042.activity-details) ![San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1246447/68847130-21ea-4cf1-bb76-1bab5c5c82f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees £26 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-walking-nature-tour-sloths.a1246447.activity-details) [See all activities in San Jose](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Jose.d6055030.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near San Jose ![San José](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/603085/8cc5329d-3997-49fc-ac6a-b6d11b9493c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San José - Cities near San Jose - Places of interest [San José](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Jose.dx603085)[San Isidro de Grecia](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Isidro-De-Grecia.dx553248635810204714) - [Sabana Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sabana-Park-La-Sabana.d507595.Attraction) - [Multiplaza Mall Escazu ](https://expedia.co.uk/Multiplaza-Mall-Escazu-San-Jose.d6128290.Attraction) - [Avenida Escazú Shopping Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Avenida-Escazu-Shopping-Center-San-Jose.d553248634304708374.Attraction) - [Estadio Nacional ](https://expedia.co.uk/Estadio-Nacional-La-Sabana.d6298647.Attraction) - [Plaza Real Cariari ](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Real-Cariari-San-Jose.d6193950.Attraction) - [Hacienda Alsacia ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hacienda-Alsacia-San-Jose.d553248635976095285.Attraction) - [National Museum of Costa Rica ](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Costa-Rica-Catedral.d502506.Attraction) ![](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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