Costa Rica Town Center Hotels
For those who prefer a location where all the action is, these town center hotels are located near the area’s bustling bus stops, restaurants, and nightlife options. While they may not offer the peace and quiet of more secluded hotels, there is an increase in convenience, especially for visitors who wish to spend time with locals and have access to shops, bars, and the Internet.
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Hotel Grano de Oro
Situated on a shady street just off Paseo Colon, San Jose main thoroughfare, Hotel Grano de Oro is a true oasis, a sanctuary in the heart of a bustling city. San Jose is located in the Central Valley of Costa Rica known for its beauty, nature and richness in arts and culture. The city itself is considered the most cosmopolitan city in all of Central America; here you'll find unlimited shopping, international cuisine, several parks, cafes, and theatres.
From $241
Marina Pez Vela Villas
Marina Pez Vela makes it easy to get the most out of Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park. While you stay here you’ll have a private villa a short distance from the Pacific shore.
From $646
Studio Hotel
Designed to provide guests with comfortable and modern business style lodging, the Studio Hotel is located in Santa Ana, Central Valley. Only 20 minutes from the Juan Santamaria International Airport and 1 mile south of the Forum I Business Center, this boutique hotel was inspired by the concept of an “Art Studio.”
From $136
Monteverde Country Lodge
The Monteverde Country Lodge, with personalized customer service and cozy ambiance, is situated just 10 minutes away from the world-famous Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve of the Central Highlands region.
From $135
Monte Real Hotel
Monte Real offers travelers the best of both worlds — it’s in the midst of the busy town of La Fortuna, but also offers a serene view of the Arenal Volcano, which you’ll get to learn more about on nature walks through the park and on boating tours of Arenal Lake. It’s also a tree-filled property, allowing you to have a bit of an oasis from the town, in spite of being an easy walk from all of the town’s traveler services.
From $102
Rincon del Valle
Never underestimate how a hotel can make you fall in love with a city. Ricon del Valle is the type of place you will wish is your actually home.
From $82
Real InterContinental San José
The Real InterContinental Costa Rica Hotel is ideally located in the Escazu neighborhood in San Jose, across from the Multi Plaza shopping and entertainment center. It is encompassed by the Central Valley of Costa Rica and is known for its great weather, volcanoes, and lush countryside.
From $269
Hilton Garden Inn Sabana
At the Hilton Garden Inn in San Jose you’ll be in the largest metropolitan area in Costa Rica. This area has a large number of tourist resources, and serves as a convenient base for Costa Rican adventures.
From $219
Cocal and Casino Hotel
The beachfront Cocal and Casino Hotel is situated on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica in the happening town of Jaco. The ideal location of the hotel allows for endless beach time and sunset strolls just outside its doors. The shops and restaurants of the bustling village of Jaco are all within a 5 minute stroll! Here you'll delight in the endless sunshine, fiery sunsets and gorgeous coast line sure to leave you with life long memories.
From $208
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Gran Hotel is located in the capital city of San Jose, Costa Rica. San Jose is the largest city in the country and considered one of the most cosmopolitan places in Latin America. It's location in the Central Valley makes for a perfect hub to venture out and visit the rest of stunning countryside, beaches and mountains. Here you'll discover an abundance of great restaurants, bars, galleries, open markets, shopping and much more.
From $186
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Crowne Hotel offers 213 rooms just a short distance from the international airport and the city center — it takes about 30 minutes to get from the international airport. This hotel is a good choice for travelers who are prioritizing convenience.
From $166
Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente is a large hotel with spacious rooms. There is plenty of entertainment at the hotel itself, as well as in the surrounding downtown area and in the central valley of Costa Rica.
From $143
Wyndham Herradura & Convention Center
The Wyndham Herradura Hotel and Convention Center is close to the Juan Santamaría International Airport and San José. This hotel is large and modern, with ample facilities and services.
From $141
Hotel Villa Los Candiles
Hotel Villas Los Candiles is found within a suburb of San José known as Santa Ana. Located within the Central Valley of Costa Rica, this area allows for easy travel throughout the entire country. When you’re ready to explore, beautiful scenery studded with volcanoes and coffee plantations.
From $125
Wyndham Garden San José Escazú
The Wyndham Garden San José Escazú is in Escazú, an upscale suburb of San José. The hotel is contemporary and comfortable and a great place to stay while visiting the capital city of Costa Rica.
From $118
Hotel Balmoral
Hotel Balmoral is in northern San José, about a 35-minute drive from the Juan Santamaría International Airport. San José is a convenient hub for visitors who are on their way to see national parks in central Costa Rica.
From $116
Hotel DiuWak
Hotel DiuWak is situated in Playa Domincal, found in the Central Pacific Zone of Costa Rica. DiuWak, in the native indigenous Bri Bri language, means "sun people' and that's exactly what you'll find in this popular destination: visitors soaking up the warm tropical sunshine and rejuvenating their souls. This wonderfully diverse area has both marine and terrestrial environments, from beaches and reefs to mangrove swamps and virgin mountain forest.
From $114
D Sabana Hotel
D Sabana Hotel is centrally located in San José. This hotel has ample amenities and modern, well-equipped rooms.
From $113
Arenal Montechiari Hotel
Hidden in the Costa Rican tropical forest is the Arenal Montechiari Hotel. You can escape to your cabin or venture out to the nearby towns for spectacular views and food.
From $113
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