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San Jose Information Guide



San Jose Costa Rica is modern and cosmopolitan when compared to other Central American capitals. The city offers its visitors a wide variety of hotels and accommodations, adventure tours, theaters, museums, restaurants, markets, golf courses, casinos and incredible nightlife.

It’s location in a mountainous valley in the middle of the country makes it a good jumping off point to explore Costa Rica’s lush rainforests and a place to cool down after baking at the beach.

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Chances are that you'll pass through San Jose Costa Rica either coming and going from Juan Santamaria International Airport. There are a wide variety of tours available that can easily be done from the lively city and it may be well worth taking the time to explore the area.

Visit one of the country’s rich coffee plantations or incredible rainforest reserves, go white water rafting or bungee jumping if you're looking for adrenaline, or check out some museums and go shopping as you people watch on San Jose's Central Avenue.



San Jose Hotels and Resorts

Only 15 minutes from the San Jose International Airport in the beautiful city of Escazu, close to San Jose and great restaurants. The Real Intercontinental is known for excellent 5 star accommodations and services.
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Real Intercontinental San Jose Costa Rica
Conveniently located only 10 minutes from the San Jose International Airport, this is the first resort in Costa Rica and known for an elegance that celebrities and foreign presidents have enjoyed for years.
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Hotel Alta
Relax at this beautiful top-end, boutique hotel with breathtaking views of the San Jose Valley. Superb fine dinning and service await you here!
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Hotel Alta San Jose Costa Rica
This is an elegant downtown San Jose hotel that was converted from a Victorian-style mansion. Offering beautiful interior gardens and some of the best dinning and service in the country.
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Crowne Plaza This is a nice executive hotel that is great for families as well. Next to the largest park in San Jose and the Costa Rican Art Museum, you will have all of San Jose minutes from you. San Jose More Information Hotel Tryp Corobici San Jose Costa Rica
Barcelo San Jose Palacio This is a great 5 star hotel with amazingly affordable pricing! Only 5 minutes from downtown and 10 minutes from the airport, this is a great place to be near all the major attractions, in comfort.
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Barcelo San Jose Palacio
Hotel Martino Spa & Resort This Classic Mediterranean Spa & Resort is in the countryside only minutes from the airport and will provide you the comfort you need to relax and rejuvenate. Alajuela More Information
Hotel Martino San Jose Costa Rica
Corteza Amarilla Art Lodge This cozy and magical Lodge, surrounded by exuberant vegetation, is a paradise of luxury that offers the hospitality and simplicity that characterizes Costa Rica. Escazú More Information
Corteza Amarilla Art Lodge San Jose Costa Rica
Hotel Bougainvillea This great boutique hotels is well known for its unique and very ample gardens in the Heredia countryside, only minutes from the San Jose Airport. Heredia More Information
Hotel Bougainvillea Heredia Costa Rica
Hampton Inn Making your stay comfortable, the Hampton Inn is directly across from the San Jose Airport and minutes from downtown San Jose. Airport More Information
Hampton Inn Costa Rica
Casa Conde Enjoy 110 fully-furnished two-bedroom luxury suites, equipped with a kitchen, dining room, living room with sofa bed, 25-inch TV, DVD player, home theater system, air conditioning, secure parking and all the amenities to make you feel right at home. San José More Information
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Sleep Inn This newly appointed, downtown San Jose hotel has you just steps from the main pedestrian walk and most of the museums. Gated security and insulated windows make sure you can relax or have fun in their Colonial Casino. Downtown More Information
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Country Inn & Suites This hotel is the perfect place for business or leisure and has the facilities needed for both. Relax and unwind! Airport More Information
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Adventure Inn This comfortable hotel is centrally located, close to the international airport, between San Jose and the province of Alajuela. It's a great place to take day tours from. Airport More Information
Adventure Inn San Jose Costa Rica
Scenic Country Hotels outside of San Jose
Finca Rosa Blanca This is a luxury Bed & Breakfast with amazing views of the San Jose Valley. Receiving the highest award for Sustainable Tourism practices in Costa Rica, you can combine luxury and comfort with a sense of giving back. Heredia More Information
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Xandari Plantation Inn This is a beautiful countryside hotel with luxury villas and spa services. Enjoy hiking trails and several waterfalls where you can swim along the premises. Alajuela More Information
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Peace Lodge One of the most beautiful hotels in Costa Rica with breathtaking waterfall gardens and home to the national landmark of the La Paz Waterfall. Amazing accommodations and excellent service await! La Paz More Information
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Ama Tierra This wonderful boutique hotel is conveniently located between the Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio National Park, while in the countryside and away from it all. Relax and rejuvenate! Turrubares More Information
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Rancho Rio Perlas Located in the beautiful Orosi Valley, enjoy its many hot spring fed Jacuzzis and onsite spa! Cartago More Information
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San Jose Tours
La Paz Waterfall Garden Combo Tour This tour is big! You'll visit the second largest volcanic crater in the world, a huge butterfly garden and see some of Costa Rica's biggest waterfalls. Also, tour the country's oldest and still operational coffee plantation. More Information la_paz_waterfall
Rainforest Aerial Tram Get a view of the top of the rainforest canopy! Costa Rica's Rainforest Aerial Tram is truly a unique way to appreciate the biodiversity found in the layers found in the jungle treetops. This day tour from San Jose is a must for nature lovers! takes you through one of Costa Rica's most beautiful national parks and rain forest areas. More Information rainforest aerial tram costa rica
River Rafting Costa Rica's rivers are known for their beauty as well as for being challenging for all level's of paddlers. There are a wide variety of adventure trips on wild rivers that will allow you to experience the rainforest in a truy unique way. More Information Costa Rica White Water Rafting
Tropical Bungee Adventure Try bungee jumping in the rainforest over the a tropical river! This adventure tour will have your adrenaline pumping and your heart racing while enjoying breathtaking views! More Information Bungee Jumping Costa Rica
Waterfall
Rappelling
Take the journey of a lifetime by hiking through the
rainforest to beautiful waterfalls for a rappelling adventure!
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Sportfishing
Day Trip
Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast has long been known for its World-Class Sportfishing. Experience the adrenaline and let our experienced fishing guides show you the time of your life. More Information sportfishing costa rica
Arenal Volcano
Day Tour
Perhaps you don't have time to spend a night at the Arenal Volcano, but don't miss out on one of Costa Rica's most unique attractions! This day tour takes your through this beautiful area. More Information arenal volcano costa rica day tour

Canopy Tour
Looking for exitement? Try a rainforest canopy tour! Safely fly though the rainforest treetops on a series of cables, or zip lines - fun for the whole family! More Information canopy tour costa rica


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