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A reception area with wooden block wall art, two pendant lights, and a display of plush toys.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a small ottoman.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of plants.

A long dining table set with glassware, plates, and cutlery, surrounded by wicker chairs.

1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Sánchez

Engel

£110

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

A spacious atrium with a glass ceiling, potted plants, and a brick wall.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a dining area with tables and chairs.

A staircase with a brick wall on one side and a white wall on the other, leading to a room with a bed and a window.

2. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Santo Tomas

Ernest

£136

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view of mountains and a valley.

A two-story building with a stone facade, balconies, and outdoor seating.

A table set with breakfast including toast, eggs, and fruit, with a scenic view in the background.

A paved pathway flanked by wooden railings and lush greenery, leading into a forested area.

3. Hotel Rinconcito Verde

Paraiso

Jane

£82

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A round dining table set for a formal event, surrounded by chairs with white and brown sashes, in an outdoor setting with potted plants and a building in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a covered parking area, multiple vehicles, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and ornate ceiling patterns, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs.

4. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

El Tejar

Rick

£90

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a stone wall.

An arched entrance with tiled flooring, wall-mounted lamps, and potted plants.

A bar area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a ship's wheel decoration.

A wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by lush greenery.

5. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

Jairo

£96

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

A staircase with decorative elements, a covered outdoor area with plants, and a building with a white facade.

A narrow hallway with a patterned carpet, a wooden railing, and a door at the end.

A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and wooden furniture.

6. Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen

Yolanda

£51

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A large, two-story building with a covered porch and columns, surrounded by greenery.

A large, white, multi-story building with a spacious lawn, a tennis court, and a swimming pool.

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a unique shape surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A table set with clear glassware and a large floral centerpiece.

7. Fogo Resort

San Antonio

Veronica L

£62

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A wooden cabin with a table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of a lush landscape.

A room with a large window overlooking a hilly landscape with dense greenery.

A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and a central wood stove. Tables are set with plates, glasses, and cutlery.

A small, modern house with a brick exterior and large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

8. Toucanet Lodge

Copey

Gustavo

£70

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A pool area with two swimming pools, a covered seating area, and a building with a red roof.

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, a wooden overhang, and a welcoming sign.

A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, a sofa, yellow chairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a plant.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of greenery.

9. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

San Rafael

Marco

£63

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, featuring a large entrance canopy and a well-maintained landscaped area with palm trees and shrubs.

A modern dining area with wicker chairs and a wooden table, surrounded by potted plants and abstract art on the walls.

10. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Pozos

Anessa

£83

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A spacious atrium with a modern staircase, multiple seating areas, and a high ceiling.

A restaurant interior with wooden partitions, a bar area, and a tiled floor.

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a gravel path, various plants, and indoor lighting.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a large window overlooking greenery.

11. Isla Verde Hotel

Pavas

Tej

£69

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

An outdoor pool area with a covered seating area, a buffet station, and various plants.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern outdoor dining area with white tables and chairs, a wooden counter with a grill, and lush greenery.

A modern staircase with metal railings, a glass door leading outside, and two large floral paintings on the walls.

12. Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

La Sabana

Eduardo

£84

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a second floor.

A spacious dining area with a large wooden table and chairs, arched doorways, and a view of the city at night.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, and arched doorways leading to other rooms.

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, comfortable seating, a television, and a fireplace.

13. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

La Asunción

KRISTIAN

£126

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A modern, elongated building with a flat roof, surrounded by dense greenery.

A table set for two on a balcony with a view of a dense forest.

A wooden door with a small table beside it. The table holds a white pitcher, a blue mug, a glass of orange juice, and a small container.

A room with two wooden beds, each with a nightstand and a lamp.

14. Hotel Pibi Boreal

Desamparados

Monica

£94

additional charges may apply

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern living room with a round coffee table, green armchairs, and a grey sofa. There is a large window with sheer curtains and a view of greenery outside.

A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

15. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Ciudad Cariari

Lavasha

£93

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

A modern living room with a wooden staircase, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a compact kitchen area with a refrigerator and a coffee machine.

A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

16. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Ciudad Cariari

Shaharyar

£69

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

A casino area with multiple slot machines and a chandelier.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wine rack.

17. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

"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."

Scott

£71

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, a black armchair, and a vase of flowers.

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a building with a tiled roof.

A hotel entrance with a sliding glass door, a doormat, and large potted plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with a view of greenery, and a shelf above the bed.

18. Berlor Airport Inn

Cacique

Richard

£58

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mural on the wall.

A rooftop garden with seating areas and a view of surrounding buildings.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and two lamps.

19. Hotel Presidente

Catedral

Brian

£90

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern building with a central glass atrium, surrounded by lush greenery and a small water feature.

20. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

San Francisco

Kemal

£98

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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A church with a bell tower and a building with a tiled roof.

Top San Nicolás Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Me gustaria que la cocina estubiera avilitada un poco mas tiempo en las noches"

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for location. It is getting dated and the shower heads are extremely low."

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This property is the closest to the airport to date and they have done some improvements so it is fresher and cleaner. Breakfast is very well done and staff helpful"

Barceló San José

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was perfectly clean & this hotel is gorgeous! Best pool in a superb, well-established garden! We would love to come back & stay longer."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"El personal muy diligente, el País no me estaba gustando y buscaron alternativas para que pudiera gozar de ello. Eso si, deberían tener la noche del turista y realizar una fiesta en la piscina."

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was nice and clean and super convenient to the airport. The whole staff was very friendly, but we especially enjoyed conversing with Fernando. My wife and I had a wonderful dinner in the restaurant, and Fernando was our waiter. He was very friendly and made us feel right at home (like we have been friends for years even though we just met). Thank you."

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful"

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel with modern room and amenities"

More cheap stays in San Nicolás

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose

£16

15 Nov - 16 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (373 reviews)

Hotel el Descanso

Avenida 2 con calle 22, 22560304 San José San José

£22

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

6.8/10 (56 reviews)

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

£24

19 Nov - 20 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

£34

26 Oct - 27 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews)

Hotel Casa 69

69 Calle 25 bis 80 mts de embajada San José San Jose

£46

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (328 reviews)

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela

£55

31 Oct - 1 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in San Nicolás?

The best area to stay in San Nicolás is the central district, particularly around the main plaza and Avenida 1.This central area is the heart of San Nicolás, offering a blend of local life and convenient access to amenities. You'll find many shops, eateries, and local businesses clustered around the Parque Central and along Avenida 1, which runs through the district. It's a bustling area during the day, providing a real sense of the local community.For couples looking for a comfortable and well-connected base, staying near the centre is ideal. You'll be within easy walking distance of local attractions like the Basílica de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles and the central market, allowing for leisurely exploration. The convenience of having everything nearby means less time travelling and more time enjoying your trip.Solo travellers will also find the central district very suitable. Its accessibility to public transport makes it easy to explore further afield, and the presence of numerous cafes and restaurants means you're never far from a meal or a coffee break.

When is the best time to go to San Nicolás?

The best time to go to San Nicolás, Cartago Province, Costa Rica, is during the dry season, which typically runs from December to April.During these months, you'll experience consistently sunny days and lower humidity, making it ideal for exploring the region's natural beauty and outdoor activities. The weather is generally pleasant for visiting attractions like the Lankester Botanical Garden or hiking in the nearby mountains. This period is particularly good for families looking for comfortable conditions for sightseeing with children.While the dry season is popular, the shoulder months of May and November can also be a good option for those looking to avoid the peak crowds and potentially find better value on accommodations. You might encounter occasional afternoon showers, but mornings are often clear, and the landscape is lush and green. This time of year can be appealing for couples who prefer a more tranquil experience with fewer visitors.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in San Nicolás.

How much is the nightly rate at a San Nicolás hotel?

Prices for hotels in San Nicolás often vary, but you can find a great deal from £16 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

2. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

3. Hotel Rinconcito Verde

4. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

5. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

6. Hotel Santo Tomás

7. Fogo Resort

8. Toucanet Lodge

9. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

10. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

11. Isla Verde Hotel

12. Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

13. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

14. Hotel Pibi Boreal

15. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

16. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

17. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

18. Berlor Airport Inn

19. Hotel Presidente

20. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

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Top San Nicolás Hotel Reviews

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Barceló San José

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

More cheap stays in San Nicolás

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hotel el Descanso

Toucan Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel

Hotel Casa 69

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

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