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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 modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, white tiled walls, a black floor, and a white sink with a mirror.

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

1. Hotel Presidente

Catedral

S$153

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, a kitchen area, and a dining section.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.

A swimming pool area with a white building, palm trees, and lifebuoys.

2. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Family-friendly hotel with complimentary airport shuttle and outdoor pool offers relaxing stays with numerous kid-approved amenities.

S$171

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, a clear entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Pool

3. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Cacique

S$152

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.

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

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

Ciudad Cariari

Family fun awaits with kid-friendly pools, convenient free breakfast, and easy access to Sabana Park.

S$118

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

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

5. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

S$164

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and exercise balls.

A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

6. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

S$146

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large digital display.

7. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

La Sabana

Adventure awaits at La Sabana, where your family can splash in the outdoor and children's pools, just steps from scenic Sabana Park.

S$171

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.

8. Hotel Mango

Cacique

S$127

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Breakfast included

Pool

All-inclusive

Water park

4 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in San José

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large digital display.

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

La Sabana

S$171

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

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

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.

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

S$122

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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 reception area with a wooden desk, chairs, and a plant.

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

Hotel Presidente

Catedral

S$153

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.

A modern balcony with a glass railing, offering a view of a cityscape and green park.

A spacious, modern lounge with a high ceiling, large windows offering a cityscape view, and contemporary furniture.

A modern interior with a large window, a sofa, red chairs, and a bar area.

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

La Sabana

S$256

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.

A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.

A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall and a metal ladder.

Barceló San José

Uruca

S$108

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.

The Gran Hotel Costa Rica facade with a central entrance, balconies, and arched windows.

A reception area with a marble floor, three reception desks, and a wall with the hotel's name and establishment year.

A modern lounge with a city view, featuring a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Catedral

S$184

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

Room

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, a staircase, and a large plant.

A spacious restaurant with a long counter, wooden chairs, and a large central cooking area.

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

La Sabana

S$204

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A multi-level indoor space with dining areas, a staircase, and a view of the lower level.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and steps, surrounded by lush greenery and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a reception counter, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a green wall with plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Carmen

S$135

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A dining area with a round table, cushioned chairs, and a decorative floral arrangement.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a dining area.

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Hospital

S$158

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, wooden accents, and a staircase.

A high-rise hotel with a modern glass facade, surrounded by other buildings and palm trees.

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Carmen

S$193

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in San José

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large digital display.

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

La Sabana

S$171

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A modern rooftop lounge with a pool, large windows, and a view of the city.

A modern balcony with a glass railing, offering a view of a cityscape and green park.

A spacious, modern lounge with a high ceiling, large windows offering a cityscape view, and contemporary furniture.

A modern interior with a large window, a sofa, red chairs, and a bar area.

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

La Sabana

S$256

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.

A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.

A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall and a metal ladder.

Barceló San José

Uruca

S$108

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

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

A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a view of a garden and pool through large windows.

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.

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

San Francisco

S$167

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern interior with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

Room

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, a staircase, and a large plant.

A spacious restaurant with a long counter, wooden chairs, and a large central cooking area.

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

La Sabana

S$204

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A dining area with a round table, cushioned chairs, and a decorative floral arrangement.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a dining area.

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Hospital

S$158

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, seating areas, and a visible kitchen area.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, wooden accents, and a staircase.

A high-rise hotel with a modern glass facade, surrounded by other buildings and palm trees.

Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Carmen

S$193

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, and lush greenery.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, modern seating, and a staircase in the background.

A restaurant interior with tables, chairs, and diners.

A gym with various exercise equipment, a stretching area, and large windows providing natural light.

Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Uruca

S$147

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a large house in the background.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a dining area.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, large windows, and a sign reading "Authentico Hotel".

A buffet with various food options and a view of the garden.

Auténtico Hotel

Merced

S$153

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A swimming pool with a bench, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a building in the background.

A modern office space with patterned chairs, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

A person performing a squat exercise with a kettlebell in a gym setting.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a stone-paved courtyard, and lush greenery.

Irazu Hotel & Studios

Uruca

S$155

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, good breakfast, quietness"

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The only HI with a better breakfast was in. Chaing Mai Thailand. Airport shuttle easy and quick."

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent

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

Barceló San José

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."

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful"

Frequently asked questions

What's San José like for family-friendly holidays?

If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, San José is a good choice. The entertainment, museums and parks are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Arrange a flight into San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is the closest airport, or San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.), which is located 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from the centre of San José.

What's the best family accommodation in San José?

Barceló San José is a hotel with a children's pool and 3 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options for your stay with the children include DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica.

How many family hotels will I be able to find in San José?

Expedia has 46 hotels in San José that are rated for being family-friendly.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in San José?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in San José are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 650 mm of rainfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in San José?

While you are visiting San José, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as National Theater of Costa Rica and Mercado Central. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as National Museum of Costa Rica and San Pedro Mall.