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Located just 5.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, BEE Suites San José - Escalante offers accommodation in San José with access to a fitness centre, a shared lounge, as well as a lift. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The apartment also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Well located, clean, nice view from the view. Close to good restaurants in Escalante - a 7-10 minute walk. Nice rooftop

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9.2
Superb
1,500 reviews
Price from
US$106.25
per night

Located in central San Jose, Hotel Casa 69 offers a garden patio, free Wi-Fi in public areas and individually decorated rooms with cable TV. The National Museum is just a 10-minute walk away.

Each bright room at Hotel Casa 69 features a fan, a fridge, a radio-alarm clock and a safe. The private bathrooms include a shower. The breakfast was great. Our plane arrived several hours late at 1:30am and they were still waiting for us. The rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable. The staff were helpful.

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9.1
Superb
2,066 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 6 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Great location near Mercado Central and all the museums and shops. Very clean! Highly recommended

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9.3
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
US$21.42
per night

Set in Platanillo, less than 1 km from Nauyaca Waterfalls and 18 km from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary, Luxury Apartments Nauyaca by Paradiselodge offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property features pool and garden views. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. Sometimes people can’t be bothered to write reviews , however having such a wonderful stay with the fantastic staff and owners we feel obligated to try to put into words what a truly magnificent time we had at the Paradise Lodge Apartments. What a fantastic place and it all started each day with a wonderful breakfast. First a plate of fresh fruit picked right from the property, then a choice of omelet , scrambled eggs, sunny side up, or simple toast and jam made to order with a delicious side of rice and beans, fresh avocado, queso frito, and bacon. plus orange juice and delicious Costa Rican Coffee. From the moment we arrived the hospitality was excellent, taking our bags from the car to our super clean and spacious room and making sure we had everything we needed. The apartments are in side of a gated property which will give you a strong sense of security and safety, with ample parking very close to the rooms. The property is aptly named as it is truly a slice of paradise. From the little porch outside the rooms to the beautiful grounds and swimming pool every detail is spectacularly maintained. We wish we were able to spend more time on the property which I am sure we will do next time as we had some business to attend to on this trip so we weren’t able to enjoy the property as much as we would of liked. We did however find the time to explore the beautiful property including the shorter of the trails that go around the property. We just cant say enough about the fantastic time we had at this location. If your going to this area of Costa Rica stay at Paradise Lodge…. You wont regret it….

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9.7
Exceptional
120 reviews
Price from
US$76.80
per night

Featuring a spa bath, Villas Páramo Cloud Forest Hotel is located in División. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 18 km from Cerro de la Muerte. The view from the lodge is pretty spectacular, especially after dark when the stars come out. I'm hard pressed to remember anything like it from a sleeping quarter. It feels magical lying in bed and seeing this. There are flowers all around the place and you can have great walks in nature. We were 3 adults and a toddler. The size was perfect for us and you can even enjoy the view from the jacuzzi. The propriators were really friendly and flexible. Highly recommend.

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9.6
Exceptional
198 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

Located in Copey, Curuba Lodge offers accommodation with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a restaurant.

There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hairdryer. Memorable experience, this place is a hidden gem, and the staff was extraordinary.

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9.8
Exceptional
200 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

Situated just 43 km from Poas National Park, XIN Bed&Breakfast features accommodation in San José with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a housekeeping service. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The bed and breakfast has family rooms. Staff was extremely friendly and welcoming and answered my messages fast. Just wish had more time to appreciate the area.

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9
Superb
461 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

Located in Piedades, 42 km from Poas National Park, Canal Grande Lodge provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 9.1 km from Parque Viva and 15 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, the property features a terrace and a bar. The hotel features a sauna, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Angels are real and one of them owns this hotel! Thank you so much for coming to my rescue and helping me catch my flight in the NICK of time, you are a wonderful human. This property reflects beauty and grace. I will certainly be back in the future.

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9.5
Exceptional
359 reviews
Price from
US$126
per night

Situated just 5.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Trebol Amarillo Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation in Escazu with access to a garden, a shared lounge, as well as a concierge service. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The bed and breakfast also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Location good, super friendly staff and an amazing breakfast

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9
Superb
166 reviews
Price from
US$47
per night

Las Bromelias Lodge has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Paso Macho, 28 km from Cerro de la Muerte. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. The holiday home features family rooms. There were lots of warm blankets and some firewood to help keep warm.

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9.4
Superb
164 reviews
Price from
US$60.75
per night

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