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A bar area with multiple stools, shelves with glassware, and hanging plants.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, bar stools, and a variety of plants.

A long dining table set with glassware, plates, and cutlery, surrounded by wicker chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a small ottoman.

1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Sánchez

Jorge Andres

S$189

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

A staircase with decorative elements, a covered outdoor area with plants, and a building with a white facade.

A long, tiled kitchen with a view of the street through a window.

A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and wooden furniture.

2. Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen

Andres

S$91

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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 hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wooden nightstand with a floral arrangement, and a lamp in the background.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

3. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen

S$138

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A restaurant with yellow walls, blue chairs, and a variety of plants. Tables are set with plates and cutlery.

A hallway with a wooden door, a staircase, and various plants.

A staircase with blue railings leading to a second floor, surrounded by lush tropical plants and a small water feature.

A bright yellow interior with mirrored walls, blue hanging lights, and a tiled floor.

4. Hotel Casa 69

La California

jeff

S$80

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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.

5. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

San Francisco

Kemal

S$177

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

An outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, covered by a canopy, surrounded by greenery.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and ornate ceiling patterns, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs.

A round dining table set for a formal event, surrounded by chairs with white and brown sashes, in an outdoor setting with potted plants and a building in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a covered parking area, multiple vehicles, and potted plants.

6. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

El Tejar

Rick

S$154

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

A nighttime garden with a paved walkway, illuminated by street lamps, surrounded by lush greenery and a red bench.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a dining area with tables and chairs.

A staircase with a brick wall on one side and a white wall on the other, leading to a room with a bed and a window.

7. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Santo Tomas

Henry

S$234

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items in metal containers, a pineapple, and a white tablecloth.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a lamp.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large window, and a blue armchair.

A building with a sign reading "Sportsmens Lodge" and a green umbrella structure.

8. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

Carmen

Andy

S$124

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor pool area with a covered seating area, a buffet station, and various plants.

A modern outdoor dining area with white tables and chairs, a wooden counter with a grill, and lush greenery.

A modern staircase with metal railings, a glass door leading outside, and two large floral paintings on the walls.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

9. Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

La Sabana

Kumail

S$131

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A pool with a rock centerpiece, surrounded by lush greenery and a white building with arched windows.

A bar area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a ship's wheel decoration.

A lush garden with a waterfall, dense foliage, and a building with a balcony.

A serene outdoor area with a pond, a wooden dock, and lush greenery.

10. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

Jairo

S$164

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious atrium with a modern staircase, multiple seating areas, and a high ceiling.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a large window overlooking greenery.

A modern building with a courtyard featuring a gravel path, various plants, and indoor lighting.

A spacious indoor courtyard with multiple seating areas, large windows, and potted plants.

11. Isla Verde Hotel

Pavas

Tej

S$116

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A bar with a grid ceiling, hanging lights, and a large screen displaying a promotional advertisement.

A casino with slot machines, a roulette table, and a large screen displaying a game.

A restaurant with a mural of a coastal town, a chandelier, and a tiled floor.

An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, a street view, and a building with a red facade.

12. Taormina Hotel and Casino

Carmen

kishore

S$226

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A modern hotel building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Sheraton hotel.

A modern bar area with high stools, a checkered floor, and a bar counter.

A bar area with a checkered floor, wooden slatted walls, and a bar counter with stools.

13. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Hospital

Lazaro Garcia

S$154

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.

A modern living room with a TV, sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase.

A modern reception area with a counter, a decorative plant, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative wall.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

San Rafael

Gretchen

S$213

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with wrought iron railings.

A multi-level courtyard with a swimming pool, columns, and outdoor seating areas.

A courtyard with a pool, columns, and a building with balconies.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, framed certificates, and a staircase with a red carpet.

15. Hotel Colonial

Catedral

Mineli

S$91

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

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

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

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mural on the wall.

16. Hotel Presidente

Catedral

Brenda

S$147

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

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

A man and woman sitting on a red carpeted area with a glass table, in a room with large windows and a piano in the background.

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

17. Barceló San José

Uruca

Enrique

S$99

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, a chandelier, and a decorative wall with a sign.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables, chairs, and a patterned floor.

18. Hotel Fleur De Lys

Catedral

Valeriia

S$74

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A bar area with a circular bar, multiple stools, and a mural on the wall.

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

19. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Carmen

cielo

S$187

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

20. Ara Macao Inn

La California

Ronald

S$51

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient to everything in a safe area. The friendly staff was helpful with any questions or concerns."

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

10/10 Excellent

"The place is great. The room was spacious and well equipped. The staff was always friendly and helpful."

Hotel Mango

10/10 Excellent

"Everytime I have stayed here, it has only been for one night and I had to leave early for a flight. But in the short time, I was impressed with the accomodations, the staff is very friendly and accomodating. Looking forward to a longer stay so I can avail myself of the breakfast and the bar."

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

8/10 Good

"Location and cleanliness"

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"The room was always kept clean from our first day to the last. The staff was always very nice and helpful. I will definitely be coming back to Costa Rica and staying at the DoubleTree!!!"

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"ok"

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was very nice and helpful. The cleaning staff was excellent"

More cheap stays in San Rafael

Hotel Pacandé

200 mts Norte 50 mts Oestet Alajuela Alajuela

S$27

14 Oct - 15 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (263 reviews)

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose

S$28

21 Oct - 22 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (371 reviews)

Toucan Hostel

Barrio cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela

S$41

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela

S$43

13 Oct - 14 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela

S$49

10 Oct - 11 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

S$59

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in San Rafael?

Located 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from the heart of San Rafael, Barceló San José is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your visit to the area are Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela and DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica. 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, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael.

What's it like to stay in San Rafael?

Travellers to San Rafael will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 1368 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about San Rafael.

What should I do while I'm visiting San Rafael?

Places to visit in the wider area include Our Lady of the Angels Basilica, San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica. You'll also find National Theater of Costa Rica and Plaza de la Cultura 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 in San Rafael?

The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 18°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, June, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 599 mm of rainfall.

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San Rafael Hotels from S$27

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Our top choices for San Rafael hotels

1. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

2. Hotel Santo Tomás

3. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

4. Hotel Casa 69

5. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

6. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

7. Hotel Bougainvillea San José

8. Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

9. Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

10. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

11. Isla Verde Hotel

12. Taormina Hotel and Casino

13. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

14. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

15. Hotel Colonial

16. Hotel Presidente

17. Barceló San José

18. Hotel Fleur De Lys

19. Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

20. Ara Macao Inn

Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

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

Hotel Mango

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

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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