Hotels in San José, Costa Rica

Chachagua Rainforest Ecolodge

Surrounded by 300 acres of lush rainforest, Chachagua Rainforest Hotel offers charming accommodation and an outdoor swimming pool. This resort has a beautiful setting outside Chachagua and 15 km from Arenal Volcano, and La Fortuna.

Each spacious room and bungalow at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel has bright, attractive décor

Arenal Backpackers Resort

Located 3.6 km from the slopes of the Arenal Volcano, this hostel offers its guests complimentary Wi-Fi access, luggage storage, and a snack bar. The property also has an outdoor pool.

Arenal Backpackers Resort features shared dormitories and tents for up to 4 persons

Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa

Offering an on-site hot spring bath, a swimming pool, stunning Arenal Volcano views and free Wi-Fi throughout, the Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa is located 10 minutes’ from the Arenal Lake.

The suites feature rustic décor, a hot tub, air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV and a balcony with Arenal Volcano views

The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal

This luxury resort offers spectacular views of the Arenal volcano and valley. It features free WiFi throughout, 18 hot spring pools, a spa and a fitness centre. La Fortuna is less than 10 minutes’ drive away.

All rooms at The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal offer panoramic views of the Arenal Valley

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort

Offering amazing views of Arenal National Park and volcano, Royal Corin Resort & Loto Spa features an outdoor swimming pool and spa. Its luxurious rooms overlook attractive gardens and water features.

Each air-conditioned room at the Royal Corin Resort is decorated in light tones and has a balcony offering views of the park and volcano

Las Cataratas Lodge

Situated in San Gerardo de Dota, 13 km from Cerro de la Muerte, Las Cataratas Lodge features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service. Every room is equipped with a balcony with mountain views

Nayara Hotel Spa and Gardens

Nayara is a luxury boutique hotel and spa set against the panoramic backdrop of the Arenal Volcano, surrounded by Costa Rican Rainforest. Private bungalows have a private terrace with a 2-person hot tub.

Bungalows at Nayara Hotel Spa and Gardens feature local hand-woven fabrics and solid handcrafted wood furniture

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel & Spa

Just 2.5 km from the Arenal Volcano, the Baldi Hot Springs Hotel & Spa offers 25 thermal pools, waterslides, landscaped gardens, air-conditioned suites, and parking.

The stylish suites at the Baldi Hot Springs Hotel feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable TV, a coffee maker and minibar

Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort

Featuring hot spring baths, sauna, massages services, luxury spa treatments and 5 swimming pools, Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is 15 minutes’ drive from the Arenal Volcano National Park.

The rooms and suites offer modern décor, garden views, air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV, coffee maker and minibar

Nayara Springs

Nayara Springs is a beautiful, adults-only and boutique hotel surrounded by tropical rainforest, just 7 km from La Fortuna Town Centre. It features free daily breakfast, in addition to a spa and a large outdoor pool.

Each luxurious suite here features a private thermal pool and includes romantic contemporary décor

Talamanca Nature Reserve

Located in Rivas, 1.4 km from Cerro Chirripo, Talamanca Reserve provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service. The hotel features family rooms. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area

PZ Country Club Hotel & Spa

PZ Country Club Hotel & Spa has a restaurant, bar, a shared lounge and garden in San Isidro. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a casino. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, karaoke and a 24-hour front desk

Hotel Palenque Tarrazu

Situated in San Marcos, Hotel Palenque Tarrazu offers a garden. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and an outdoor pool. There is a barbecue and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV

Hotel del Sur

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel del Sur is located in Isidro del General. Featuring a country club and casino, free WiFi access is available. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath and extras include a fan. At Hotel del Sur you will find a tennis court and a fitness centre

Best Western Hotel Zima

Offering an outdoor pool, tropical gardens and a restaurant, Hotel Zima is located just 500 metres from San Isidro town centre. Rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen cable TV. Each room at the Hotel Zima features functional décor and comes with a desk and a phone

Tilajari Hotel Resort & Conference Center

Surrounded by rainforest and tropical gardens, Tilajari offers outdoor pools, a hot tub and a butterfly garden. The air-conditioned rooms have Wi-Fi conexion and views of the rainforest or the San Carlos River.

Each spacious room at Tilajari Hotel Resort & Conference Center offers cable TV, a ceiling fan and a direct-dial telephone

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge is located in 2,000 acres of rainforest filled with exotic birds, wild animals and tropical vegetation. It offers unrivalled panoramic views of Arenal Volcano and Arenal Lake.

Arenal Lodge has a butterfly garden and a fitness room with sauna

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs

Featuring an extensive garden, a sun terrace with swimming pool, spa treatments and free Wi-Fi throughout, this hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from the Arenal Volcano National Park and from La Fortuna Town Centre.

The suites offer modern décor, air conditioning, a desk, safety box and satellite TV

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa offers an outdoor pool, a gym and lush gardens with a maze. Each room has views of the Arenal Volcano, located just a 25-minute drive away.

Rooms at the Lost Iguana feature air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and a furnished balcony

Hotel Savegre

Set in Providencia, 42 km from Manuel Antonio, Hotel Savegre features a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site. There is a gift shop at the property as well as transportation service for a fee of $170