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

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

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 interiors and tables set for dining.

1. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

San Rafael

Raymond

S$107

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. There are two paintings on the walls and a large window.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.

A hotel lobby with a large digital display on the wall, a seating area with a red accent wall, and a carpeted floor.

2. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Richard

S$171

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

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

3. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos

Nicole

S$155

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a large TV screen displaying a movie.

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

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Rio Segundo

Jessica

S$146

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.

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 modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.

5. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Cacique

Angel

S$165

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

A stationary bike in a gym with a digital display and a mirror.

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

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.

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

Cacique

John Ross

S$159

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

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.

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

Ciudad Cariari

Evarista F

S$122

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern indoor space with a large dining area, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative pebbled walkway.

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating, a green wall with hanging plants, and large windows.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, tables, and pendant lights. Large windows offer a view of the cityscape.

8. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

San José

Yehuda

S$149

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating and a small building with a sloped roof.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by trees and a building with arches.

A small house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of plants.

A table with two chairs, a drink, candles, and string lights.

9. Villa San Ignacio

Tambor

CURTIS

S$93

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

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

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

10. Hotel Mango

Cacique

Robert

S$116

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

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

A person holding a wine glass at a bar with sushi appetizers on the counter.

11. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

La Asunción

wesley

S$221

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern lobby with a high ceiling, geometric light fixtures, and contemporary furniture.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a modern building with a glass facade, and a sign for "PIZZA REPUBLICA".

A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the mountains.

A modern bar area with a large flat-screen TV, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Santa Ana

Ronald

S$165

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.

A bar area with a neon sign, multiple shelves of bottles, and bar stools.

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and ottomans arranged for socializing.

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring high ceilings with exposed beams, hanging pendant lights, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.

13. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Pozos

Emmanuel

S$159

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas.

A restaurant with a bar area, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

A swimming pool with a patio area, surrounded by lush greenery and a white wall with butterfly decorations.

A paved road flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a small white building with a tiled roof.

14. Hotel Aeropuerto

San Antonio

Michael

S$122

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a long counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and three bar stools.

A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, a glass railing, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A rooftop lounge with wicker furniture, a central table, and a view of the city at dusk.

15. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

La Ribera

Jean Pierre

S$219

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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 hotel room with a large bed, a mounted TV, wooden paneling, a gray sofa with a yellow cushion, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Pozos

David

S$147

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A swimming pool with a small waterfall, surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building featuring a red-tiled roof in the background.

A modern indoor dining area with round tables and wicker chairs, featuring a central island and framed black-and-white photographs on the walls.

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, wooden beams on the ceiling, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

A hotel entrance with a large archway, a reception desk, and a crosswalk leading to the entrance.

17. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Ciudad Cariari

Thomas

S$125

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A swimming pool with a view of a sunset and buildings in the background.

A hotel entrance with a staircase, potted plants, and a sign reading "STUDIO HOTEL BOUTIQUE".

A dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and artwork on the walls.

A nighttime view of a modern building with a pathway leading to the entrance.

18. Studio Hotel Boutique

Santa Ana

Irina

S$146

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a colorful mural, a seating area, and lush green plants.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched gazebo.

A corridor with a wooden ceiling, stone pillars, and a patterned floor.

A lobby with a chandelier, stone walls, and a reception desk.

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Ciudad Cariari

Nelia

S$160

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A pathway lined with greenery and a white structure, leading to a building entrance.

An indoor garden with a stone pathway, seating area, and large tropical plants.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

20. La Riviera Hotel B&B

San Antonio de Belen

Arthur

S$136

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Colourful colonial architecture frames San Rafael's central plaza where locals gather for weekend markets and traditional music. Nearby Poás Volcano National Park offers misty hiking trails with views of its striking turquoise crater lake.

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A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.

Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome, helpful staff"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel muy cerca al aeropuerto, cerca a una plaza de comidas agradable, el personal de recepción muy amable, recomendado"

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente atención y cercano al aereopuerto."

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel and it was perfect for a relaxing stay. Downtown is pretty dead at night so don’t plan to leave after dark, it’s not super safe, but the hotel was secure the whole time"

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

10/10 Excellent

"The wonderful smell in the entire hotel, love it! Clean rooms, service was excellent"

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room rain shower good food"

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"Dependable stay before a flight. Helped me out with my mom’s situation and let me check in early! We will stay here every time from now on."

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

10/10 Excellent

"The Property is in a fantastic location in the great community Belen. It is close to the city but still far enough away to feel like the country. The People are the most amazing part of this property. Love the kindness and generous nature to help. Great Job Marriot Hacienda!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

8/10 Good

"The property was great! I would have wished for a bathroom that was a bit more upgraded, as we had upgraded our stay. The staff from start to finish was excellent and helpful!"

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Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

S$27

25 Oct - 26 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (263 reviews)

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

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S$28

21 Oct - 22 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (369 reviews)

Toucan Hostel

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S$41

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

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S$42

9 Oct - 10 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

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S$51

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

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S$59

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in San Rafael?

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Two other options for your stay in the area are Barceló San José and Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Rafael.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Rafael, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.

What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in San Rafael?

Apartotel La Cañada is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Rafael.

What are some hotels with pools in San Rafael?

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse is a top hotel with an outdoor pool, free WiFi and free self-parking. View all hotels with pools in San Rafael.

How is it to stay in San Rafael?

Those travelling to San Rafael will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In San Rafael, there are 12 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about San Rafael.

What is there to see in San Rafael?

A favourite place to visit is Ojo de Agua Spa Park. You'll also find Parque Viva and Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Rafael guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in San Rafael?

The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 958 mm of rainfall.

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Our top choices for San Rafael hotels

1. El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

2. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

5. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

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

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

8. Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

9. Villa San Ignacio

10. Hotel Mango

11. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

12. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

13. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

14. Hotel Aeropuerto

15. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

16. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

17. Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

18. Studio Hotel Boutique

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

20. La Riviera Hotel B&B

Learn more about San Rafael

Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

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

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Hotel Presidente

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

More cheap stays in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Toucan Hostel

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Viajero San José Hostel

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