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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$85 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$85
per night
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (662 reviews)
Convenient
"Accommodating for our late arrival after midnight. Arranged a free shuttle for our next morning early flight. Great service"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
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

Hotel El Maragato
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$109 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$109
per night
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (774 reviews)
"For the price, this is a nice little hotel with very friendly staff, right in the middle of town. The room was simple and clean, nothing fancy. And we spent an evening at the hot springs of their sister hotel. It was perfect for what we needed, no complaints."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

San Bosco Inn
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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$205 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$205
per night
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Food, amazing,"

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

Hotel Luisiana
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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$249 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$249
per night
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"It was very nice."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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$158 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$158
per night
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (1,651 reviews)
"The property is beautiful, staff pleasant, the rooms are spacious, and enjoyed the variety of foods at the buffet."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Barceló San José
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$234 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$234
per night
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,331 reviews)
End of Family Vacation
"Staff was wonderful, accommodations were nice and clean. We were in for the day before we flew out. Food was excellent."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
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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$178 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$178
per night
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"This was the perfect place to stay the night before leaving Costa Rica. They took us to the airport at 3am . The restaurant onsite was delicious! The hotel is very charming and welcoming. We loved it!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

La Riviera Hotel B&B
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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$181 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$181
per night
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great property. Safe and quiet. Staff was amazing and attentive. Breakfast was great. Recommend getting a massage on the property so relaxing. Would definitely visit again."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel
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$187 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$187
per night
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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! (1,015 reviews)
"Its a great place to stay the staff the breakfast dinner its all above average . My only concern was its noisy because of the design of the hotel you can hear people talking dogs barking at night But i would stay there again"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró
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$215 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$215
per night
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (890 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
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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 Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
10/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
Beautiful Home, Stunning Views & Exceptional Hospitality
"Our stay at this property was absolutely wonderful. The house, gardens, and views were even more stunning in person than in the photos. Everything was spotless, comfortable, and beautifully maintained.The owners were incredibly helpful and welcoming. The caretaker met us at the local grocery store, ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands
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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! (409 reviews)
"amazing hot springs. lots of plants and anomsks"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs
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! (1,180 reviews)
"Great resort with great options for food and really nice pools"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
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$259 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$259
per night
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The property was excellent. Hot springs were awesome and included breakfast was so convenient."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
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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! (1,385 reviews)
"Great vacation- would go again! Need to switch up food menus a bit but otherwise great time!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
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What are the cheapest days to fly?

Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.

*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.