Hotels in San Rafael
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Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
3.5 star property
Sánchez
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (774)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(774)
- Enjoy San José's Art Deco charm with pool, dining, and easy Sabana Park access.
The price is CNY750
CNY750
CNY847 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Hotel Casa 69
Hotel Casa 69
2.5 star property
La California
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (280)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(280)
- Serene rooftop oasis in San José, minutes from Sabana Park and city attractions.
The price is CNY387
CNY387
CNY438 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (361)
8.6/10
Excellent
(361)
Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente
4.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1003)
- Stylish urban retreat near Sabana Park offers rooftop terrace and garden views.
The price is CNY763
CNY763
CNY862 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Hotel Colonial
Hotel Colonial
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (215)
8.0/10
Very Good
(215)
- A Colonial gem in San José where historic charm meets modern convenience.
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Taormina Hotel and Casino
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (865)
8.6/10
Excellent
(865)
- Elevate your Costa Rican escape at a vibrant casino hotel with Italian cuisine and spa services.
The price is CNY642
CNY642
CNY1,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (730)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(730)
- Stay close to San José's top sights with a 24-hour fitness center and international cuisine.
The price is CNY1,034
CNY1,034
CNY1,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026
Hotel Fleur De Lys
Hotel Fleur De Lys
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (482)
8.4/10
Very Good
(482)
- Victorian charm in San José with a terrace and bar, minutes from museums.
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
4.0 star property
San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1155)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1155)
- Lush garden oasis with pool, close to Sabana Park and city attractions.
The price is CNY970
CNY970
CNY1,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
3.0 star property
Carmen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1002)
- Stay steps from Paseo Las Damas with free breakfast and a casino on site.
The price is CNY702
CNY702
CNY794 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Carmen
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (478)
8.4/10
Very Good
(478)
- Stay near Sabana Park, with free WiFi, breakfast, and parking just 10 minutes away.
The price is CNY477
CNY477
CNY539 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Dunn Inn
Dunn Inn
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (620)
8.6/10
Excellent
(620)
The price is CNY697
CNY697
CNY788 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hotel Cultura Plaza
Hotel Cultura Plaza
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (461)
8.6/10
Excellent
(461)
- Contemporary downtown San José hotel with 24-hour front desk near Sabana Park.
The price is CNY747
CNY747
CNY845 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
3.5 star property
Carmen
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
8.0/10
Very Good
(1000)
The price is CNY769
CNY769
CNY869 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
3.5 star property
Santo Tomas
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (423)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(423)
- Tropical paradise with lush gardens and tennis courts just minutes from San José.
Santo Tomas Hotel
Santo Tomas Hotel
3.0 star property
Carmen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1002)
- A Victorian gem with a charming rooftop terrace, minutes from Sabana Park.
D Sabana Hotel San José
D Sabana Hotel San José
3.5 star property
Hospital
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1001)
The price is CNY669
CNY669
CNY756 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Costa Rica Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Catedral
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (630)
8.4/10
Very Good
(630)
Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Hospital
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (826)
8.8/10
Excellent
(826)
- Modern Costa Rican escape near Sabana Park with quick airport access.
The price is CNY786
CNY786
CNY888 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
4.0 star property
La Sabana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (798)
8.8/10
Excellent
(798)
- Relaxing hotel near Sabana Park with a poolside bar and excellent staff service.
The price is CNY802
CNY802
CNY906 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Budget hotels in San Rafael and vicinity
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (630)
8.4/10
Very Good
(630)
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose2.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (188)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(188)
The price is CNY390
CNY390
CNY440 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José3.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(36)
The price is CNY201
CNY201
CNY227 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
7.6 out of 10, Good, (209)
7.6/10
Good
(209)
The price is CNY194
CNY194
CNY219 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (310)
8.0/10
Very Good
(310)
The price is CNY287
CNY287
CNY324 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (52)
8.2/10
Very Good
(52)
The price is CNY341
CNY341
CNY385 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(22)
The price is CNY517
CNY517
CNY584 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (165)
8.4/10
Very Good
(165)
The price is CNY499
CNY499
CNY564 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (280)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(280)
The price is CNY387
CNY387
CNY438 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (467)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(467)
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (700)
8.2/10
Very Good
(700)
The price is CNY408
CNY408
CNY461 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (21)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(21)
The price is CNY421
CNY421
CNY475 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (482)
8.4/10
Very Good
(482)
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (206)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(206)
7.6 out of 10, Good, (128)
7.6/10
Good
(128)
The price is CNY458
CNY458
CNY517 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2026
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (790)
8.4/10
Very Good
(790)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
8.8/10
Excellent
(1002)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (884)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(884)
The price is CNY507
CNY507
CNY573 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (602)
8.8/10
Excellent
(602)
The price is CNY458
CNY458
CNY518 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (421)
8.6/10
Excellent
(421)
The price is CNY524
CNY524
CNY592 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
10/10 Excellent
"Convenient location. shuttle to airport is great. Good breakfast and onsite restaurant. "
Irazu Hotel & Studios
10/10 Excellent
"The room was very clean. The staff and the employees were great and extremely helpful in helping me. The continental breakfast was super good. Thank you "
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was amazing, from beginning to end. I got an amazing room. This hotel had a outdoor pool exactly like the pictures."
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
10/10 Excellent
"Conve"
Barceló San José
10/10 Excellent
"The most wonderful bed. The windows opened wide. Great staff, super clean, nice shower. Will stay again if we have the opportunity. It was worth a stay of more than one night!"
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
10/10 Excellent
"Shuttle at airport was easy to find. Checkin was fast and accurate."
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
10/10 Excellent
"Clean great service"
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
10/10 Excellent
"Clean, friendly staff, text communication available if we need ANYTHING from hotel, and close to restaurants with 10% discounts. "
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
10/10 Excellent
"The rooms were magnificent, friendly staff helpful recommending food excursions and reliable safe taxi drivers. It will be my go to hotel each time I visit Costa Rica."
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hotel room cost in San Rafael?
You can choose a great hotel in San Rafael from CNY510 with properties to suit all budgets and needs. If you're looking for an affordable hotel in San Rafael that meets all of your requirements, just sort hotels by "Price: low to high" after applying your filters when searching on Hotels.com.
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Can I book San Rafael hotels with free cancellation?
In order to book a refundable San Rafael hotel, simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Many hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.
What are some popular hotels in central San Rafael?
If you're looking for hotels in central San Rafael, check out Hotel Cultura Plaza and Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton. Travelers love Hotel Cultura Plaza for its location, as well as the rainfall showerheads, minibars and free WiFi this hotel offers. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton is another popular central hotel with a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour gym. Barrio Escalante and La California are some of the most central neighborhoods for your San Rafael vacation.
What accommodations do travelers recommend in San Rafael?
Can I book a refundable hotel in San Rafael?
If you need the flexibility to change your travel plans to San Rafael, most accommodations provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
What will the weather in San Rafael be like during my vacation?
March and April are typically the warmest months in San Rafael when the average temp is 68°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 66°F. October and June are the months with the most rain.
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