San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica, is on a plateau in the Central Valley at 1200 m (3,700 ft) elevation. It is ringed by lush green mountains and valleys.
The weather in San Jose can be different at all times depending of the route of the winds and yearly seasons, some times in the later months of the year it is colder than the months at the middle. For many Costa Ricans the coolest temperatures in San Jose are equal to high (warm) temperatures for a Northern American Citizen or some one from a country with a snow season.
Avenida 6 Calle 21/23, San Jose, Costa Rica
Costa Rica Guesthouse from www.hotelscombined.com
Costa Rica Guesthouse is situated in San Jose and is close to the area's well-known attractions. It also provides a 24-hour reception, a car rental desk and a currency exchange.
This 4-star guest house offers a safe, an airport shuttle and a tour desk. Guests can curl up with a book in the library.
All the rooms at Costa Rica Guesthouse provide an in-room closet, plus all the necessities for an enjoyable stay.
San Jose's attractions, such as Museum of Contemporary Art and Design and Museo Nacional de Costa Rica, are within a 10-minute walk of the guest house. Guests will find many restaurants and shops close by.
Calle 30, Avenida 2 y 4, San Jose, Costa Rica
Hotel Grano de Oro from www.hotelscombined.com
Situated in San Jose, Hotel Grano de Oro provides elegant 3.5-star accommodation, as well as free Wi-Fi and a Jacuzzi. The various facilities this unique hotel offers include massage services, a tour desk and porters.
Every modern room at Hotel Grano de Oro San Jose features a coffee maker and all the essentials for a comfortable stay. All offer a flat-screen TV, a mini bar and a private bathroom.
Hotel Grano de Oro's in-house restaurant offers fusion-inspired dishes, which can be served on the terrace. In the evening, guests can relax in the comfortable lounge bar. Guests can also try one of the various bars and restaurants in the local area.
Hotel Grano de Oro San Jose is surrounded by the area's sightseeing attractions, including La Sabana Metropolitan Park which is within walking distance. San Antonio de Escazu and University of Costa Rica are just an easy drive from the hotel.
Avenida 3, calle 38 y 40, San Jose, Costa Rica
Centro Colon Hotel from www.hotelscombined.com
Situated a brief drive from San Antonio de Escazu, Centro Colon Hotel offers modern accommodation in San Jose. It provides 4-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
This chic hotel offers a gym, meeting rooms and an express check-in and check-out feature. Staff are available 24/7 and can assist with booking tours and tickets.
All of the modern rooms at Centro Colon Hotel feature cable/satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities and an iPod docking station. They provide a flat-screen TV, a laptop safe and a private bathroom.
Those staying at Centro Colon Hotel can sample Italian dishes at the in-house restaurant, suitably located for those who want to stay nearby when looking for a bite to eat. Each evening, guests can relax in the lounge bar. Guests are also able to try one of the various bars and cafes in the surrounding area.
The position of the hotel permits easy access to multiple places of interest by foot. It is also within walking distance of La Sabana Metropolitan Park.
Ave 6, Calle 28, San Jose, Costa Rica
Park Inn San Jose Costa Rica from www.hotelscombined.com
Situated in San Jose, Park Inn San Jose Costa Rica provides modern 3.5-star accommodation, as well as an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi. It also offers a 24-hour reception, a coffee bar and a concierge.
There are a range of amenities on offer to guests of Park Inn, such as room service, a tour desk and an airport shuttle. A fitness centre is available to guests wishing to keep up their exercise regimes while away.
The modern rooms have a mini bar, a coffee maker and a private bathroom. Each offer an in-room closet, a flat-screen TV and ironing facilities.
The hotel serves breakfast daily, and guests are welcome to unwind with a drink in the lounge bar.
Park Inn San Jose Costa Rica is close to the area's well-known sightseeing attractions, including La Sabana Metropolitan Park which is within walking distance. San Antonio de Escazu and University of Costa Rica are just an easy drive from the hotel.
Avenida 3 entre calles 9 y 11 Frente al Parque Morazan, San Jose, Costa Rica
Sleep Inn San Jose Downtown from www.hotelscombined.com
Recently refurbished, Sleep Inn San Jose Downtown provides modern 4-star accommodation in San Jose. It has a gym, as well as an express check-in and check-out feature, free Wi-Fi and massage services.
Sleep Inn Downtown San Jose provides a 24-hour reception, babysitting/child services and a currency exchange. Airport transfers, a laundry service and a dry cleaning service are available on request.
Sleep Inn San Jose Downtown features spacious rooms equipped with a microwave, a refrigerator and cable/satellite channels. They feature a private bathroom, ironing facilities and wireless internet access.
Sleep Inn San Jose Downtown features both a restaurant and a bar where guests are able to unwind at the end of the day. Alternatively, there is a large range of international restaurants nearby.
Sleep Inn Downtown San Jose is conveniently located for sightseeing in San Jose, with Museum of Contemporary Art and Design only a few minutes away. San Antonio de Escazu is within an easy drive from the hotel.
Street Life
Every Thursday a dozens of young jugglers gather at the Parque Morazan and juggle together. Often with percussion music. It s a free event in public space. Normally you will be invited to play with them. Lovely experience if you like street art.
Yoga. Costa Rica is a top destination for yoga. In San Jose, check out Downtown Yoga near Parque Morazan, which offers accessibly priced yoga and hooping classes for all experience levels
Boutique Annemarie, located inside Hotel Don Carlos, is a nice souvenir shop. But don't buy your stamps here, they'll charge you an extra 40% for the "service".