San Jose Hotels, Resorts, Vacation Rentals, B&B
San Jose offers the largest variety of accommodations in the central valley including resorts, hotels, hostels, bed & breakfast, aparthotel, condos and vacation rentals.
Vacation Rentals
There are many condos available for rent in San Jose and surrounding areas. They tend to be located near areas with Expats, near universities or vacation destinations. It is strongly recommended to visit before making a commitment. Neighborhoods and rental properties vary greatly. We’ve put together a listing of San Jose vacation rental sites.
Hotels
For those looking to get a genuine Costa Rican experience and meet frequent travelers to the country start with a boutique hotel. San Jose hotel section on Trip Advisor is a great place to find out about places.
Bed & Breakfasts
These are some of the most delightful places to stay for a traditional Costa Rican experience.
Budget Accommodations
There is no shortage of lodging for those on a budget ranging from inexpensive hotels to hostels. Make sure to read reviews or travel guides to find the best ones. Trip Advisor is a good starting point for San Jose accommodations.
Digital Nomads
Furnished rentals or vacation rentals are the way to go. Most people with vacation rentals will give you a discount when booked for several months. Generally these start at $350 per month for a studio/efficiency. Decent one-bedrooms start at $600.
Yes these are “Gringo” prices since the vast majority people who rent these are foreigners. Be forwarded many of these furnished apartments targeted at foreigners are greatly overpriced compared to what local pays.
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