Hotels in San José, Costa Rica

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

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

Talamanca Nature Reserve

Located in Rivas, 1.4 km from Cerro Chirripo, Talamanca Nature 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

Grand Hotel Tara and events

Grand Hotel Tara and events features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a bar and shared lounge in Escazu. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a garden and to barbecue facilities. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

GreenLagoon Arenal Waterfall Villas

Located in Fortuna, GreenLagoon Arenal Waterfall Villas offers an outdoor pool and a spa and wellness centre. This self-catering accommodation features free WiFi.

The villa will provide you with air conditioning, a patio and a terrace

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

Montaña de Fuego Resort & Spa

Offering great views of Arenal Volcano, 8 km away, Montana de Fuego Resort & Spa features luxurious accommodation set amongst attractive gardens and lakes. This striking property has indoor and outdoor swimming pools, kids pool and its own adventure park

Hotel Mountain Paradise

Hotel Mountain Paradise features an outdoor pool, spa centre and terraces amid the gardens. WiFi access is available in common areas, free of charge. The property offers buffet or an à la carte service for breakfast free of charge.

The suites at this hotel are spacious and air conditioned

Hotel Magic Mountain

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel Magic Mountain is located in Fortuna. It boasts stunning views of Arenal Volcano, plus lush gardens and free Wi-Fi.

The spacious rooms here are air-conditioned and include a cable TV, a minibar and a private terrace with views

Hotel Arenal Springs Resort & Spa

Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel Arenal Springs Resort & Spa is located in Fortuna, 20 minutes’ drive from Arenal Volcano site. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

The bright rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen cable TV and air conditioning