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Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
The price is NZ$93 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$93
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (681 reviews)
I love this hotel. It is a little oasis near the busy square and very close to the airport. I've stayed here several times and it is always perfect. Peaceful quiet spot and everything you might need is within a few minutes walk.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

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Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central, between street 1 and 3, San José, San Jose
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
Very reasonably priced and the location was excellent.

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2019

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San Bosco Inn

San Bosco Inn

3 out of 5
100 m North from the Banco Nacional, Arenal, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is NZ$104 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$104
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Baldi Hot ...
9/10 Wonderful! (782 reviews)
One block from Town Square. Lots of places to eat within 5 min . Clean and well taken care of. The breakfast was great… so was the FREE Sister hotel …. Volcano Lodge …. Beautiful property to enjoy their great hotsprings . Food was good there too… went 2 days ! Uber there was usually $5 I live in ...

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

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Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja, Uruca, San Jose
The price is NZ$263 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
NZ$263
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The staff were very helpful and kind. The food was amazing!

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

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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.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
The price is NZ$267 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$267
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
This was a great hotel that was conveniently located by the airport. It was also easy to find and convenient for our rental car drop off. The staff was amazing. It’s kind of a no-frills hotel but it was clean well kept and had a beautiful bar restaurant area to eat at late in the evening. There were ...

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

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Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose
The price is NZ$203 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
NZ$203
27 Nov - 28 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,770 reviews)
It's not free, Hotel. Com charger $15.00 per room par day

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

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Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 out of 5
Ruta #21 Frente Al, Aeropuerto Internacional, Liberia
The price is NZ$236 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
NZ$236
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,333 reviews)
The steak tortillas and steak tenderloin at the Hilton restaurant was some of the best food I’ve ever had. The room was okay. The plumbing was a little to be desired. Water pressure wasn’t to good. Internet was great. The convenience of being near the airport made it very accommodating. We’ll definitely ...

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

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La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B

3 out of 5
100 mts south of Cemetery, San Antonio de Belen, Heredia
The price is NZ$203 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
NZ$203
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
We had to book a room here last minute because of a flight delay. Check in was easy, and the room was comfortable. We would stay again!

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

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Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Km South from Cruce de Herradura, towards Jaco and 1 km East, Pueblo Nuevo, Jacó, Puntarenas
The price is NZ$208 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$208
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Jacó. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Enjoyed our stay 4 days 3 nights. Staff was very friendly. Hotel was very clean and the pool and ambiance was very nice you can feel peaceful and enjoy nature! Will definitely book again next time I travel to Costa Rica!

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

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Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró

Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró

4 out of 5
500 Metros Este de la Pops, Calle Lapa Verde, Jacó, Puntarenas
The price is NZ$174 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
NZ$174
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Jacó. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
The design of the property

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 out of 5
East side of Costa Rica Country Club, San Rafael, San Rafael
The price is NZ$232 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$232
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (922 reviews)
Amazing rooms, large, clean, good size kitchen and super friendly staff. The place to stay especially for families with young kids. They have a playground and several pools.

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

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Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

Uvita
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
10/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews)
Wonderful stay in Costa Rica
I took my family back to the Uvita area for our first international trip. Mark provided loads of good information and stayed in contact with us and the property manager throughout the trip to address any issues that came up. Beds were comfortable and place was fully stocked. I didn’t want to use ...

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

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Family Friendly Hotels in

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

3 out of 5
11 Miles South from Downtown La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (412 reviews)
Great property

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

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Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central, Área del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,257 reviews)
Excellent customer service and welcoming staff

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

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Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is NZ$262 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
NZ$262
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Amazing staff, grounds are well kept.

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,271 reviews)
The A/C did not work the whole stay. Aside from that, no complaints.

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

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