8 Specialty lodgings in San Jose Metro: Best hotel deals for 2023

May 28, 2023 Fernanda Pittenger

Discover the best Specialty lodgings in San Jose Metro, Province of San Jose including Hotel Del Rey, Ester's Place, Hostel Club, Hotel Cultura Plaza, Hotel Coto, Las Cumbres Inn, Casa Yayaz - Boutique Hotel & Camping, Hotel & Hostel Latino.
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1. Hotel Del Rey

1st Ave & 9th St, San Jose Costa Rica
Excellent
25%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
11%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 177 reviews

Hotel Del Rey

Like the Phoenix, the Hotel Del Rey Rises Again!

Reviewed By Navigate56155973256

Almost two years ago, the Del Rey closed its famous doors due to non payment of taxes, incompetent management, and CV19 mandates. It was a sad day for all those of us who came to the Del Rey for companionship. However a recent trip to San Jose found the doors open, the yellow CERRADO tape on the doors and windows gone, and the hotel under new management. This includes the Del Mar restaurant across the street. Although at the time of my visit, the hotel was not accepting guests, a skeleton crew manned the Blue Marlin Bar and preparations were being made for a full opening the following week. Those of us who were frequent visitors can live again!

2. Ester's Place

Avenida 2B Trejos Montealegre, San Rafael de Escazu 10203 Costa Rica
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 2 reviews

Ester's Place

Like staying at a friend's house

Reviewed By mark c

While traveling to San Jose Costa Rica for some dental implants I stayed at Ester's place on two separate occasions. It is located within a few kilometers of Cima Medical Center and many of the local medical and dental providers of the area. Staying at Ester's was more like visiting a friend than it was staying in some hotel or even an Airbnb. The rooms are large and have their own bathrooms and visitors have access to a full kitchen if they choose to prepare their own meals. The owner, Ester, was extremely helpful and accommodating, going above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable and comfortable. When I had an issue with leaving my cell phone in a local Uber she even assisted me in retrieving it. While I was apprehensive about staying at someone's home while they were still living there, I felt extremely comfortable and had plenty of privacy. The owner was very unobtrusive but available for any of your needs. I did notice that some of the travel sites tend to not have the correct availability shown and have found that it was best to contact her directly through WhatsApp. The prices were way lower than what I expected of what I would have paid in any of the local hotels having only paid $40 per night in October of this year 2021. For anyone traveling to that area for medical tourism purposes I would highly recommend staying at Ester's place

3. Hostel Club

5801 Avenida 9, San Jose 10108 Costa Rica
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1 reviews

Hostel Club

Hostel Club is a small and cozy run by family Hostel in San Jose. Very close to downtown San Jose, Sabana Park, National Stadium and Escazu. On the way to the airport. Big cozy rooms with big closets Multiple common areas including: 50' HD TV with Play Station 4 and surround system, ping pong table, big yard with a mango tree.

Cozy place

Reviewed By kennethretana08

It is located 5 mins walking from Estadio Nacional. It is like a Rooming House with a shared Kitchen and a beautiful Garden area. We stayed at Room #1 which had a Smart Tv (Netflix/ YouTube), 1 big bathroom, 1 king bed and Desktop Table + Ergonomic Chair for business. Wifi worked perfectly all the time. Nice place. Thanks!

4. Hotel Cultura Plaza

25 Metros de la Plaza de la Cultura, En Frente Del Cine Variedades Edificio Gris-Negro de 6 Niveles a la Par de Rostipollos, En Frente Del Cine Variedades, San Jose 10104 Costa Rica
Excellent
10%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
20%
Terrible
20%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 10 reviews

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Well located and modern

Reviewed By Sosuma

This is a very modern hotel by Costa Rican standards, the rooms and bathrooms are of a goof modern standard. If you have a room facing the street you will get some noise, but with earplugs it's okay, without earplugs you might want to ask for a room towards the back of the building. The location is excellent and staff are friendly and professional. Breakfast is at the adjoining cafe and you have plenty of choice from a traditional Costa Rican breakfast to cereal and toast. Overall a good modern option in the heart of San Jose.

5. Hotel Coto

Ruta 167/Av.12 Hospital, San Jose 10102 Costa Rica
Hotel Coto

6. Las Cumbres Inn

1250 Escazu Bello Horizonte, San Jose Costa Rica
Excellent
94%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

Las Cumbres Inn

Las Cumbres Inn offers the perfect way to enjoy Costa Rica for business or pleasure. Located just 15 minutes from beautiful San Jose, Costa Rica, Las Cumbres Inn is an outstanding 14 room inn designed especially for your enjoyment and relaxation. With a breathtaking view, beautiful pool and colorful gardens, Las Cumbres Inn is modern and spacious, yet just the right size to provide the personal care, attention and comfort you need. In addition to our staff having years of experience in hospitality, we offer strategically designed accommodations including Deluxe, Studio Deluxe, Mini-suite and Deluxe Suite rooms featuring beautiful views

Mold, bugs, ugh

Reviewed By AwLv2travel

This property had step which continuously cause me to trip. The room had live mold on the wall, the room smelled of mold and other human smells. The breakfast here was basic white bread tea or coffee and a bit of fruit. Not much of a view in my opinion.

7. Casa Yayaz - Boutique Hotel & Camping

Calle Achiote 500 M North Of Sol Y Luna Restaurant, San Jose 20303 Costa Rica
Excellent
75%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

Casa Yayaz - Boutique Hotel & Camping

Super Place perfect choice!

Reviewed By 444barbb

Coming out of the global pandemic, this hotel was ready &perfect for our extended stay! They were able to arrange for an affordable private tour to all the places we wanted to see and even accompanied us to arrange for special discounted entrance prices.It was a choice we never regretted and great hosts

8. Hotel & Hostel Latino

Av. 1ra Entre Calles Central Y 1Ra Detras De Libreria Universal, Altos Bar La Embajada, San Jose Costa Rica
Excellent
17%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 6 reviews

relaxing and safe

Reviewed By Istvan K

i had a great experience in the Latino hotel. it's safe and conveniently located. i had a room with a private bathroom. the room was clean. security is around the clock 24 hours. location could not be better. the hotel is minutes away from the center of san jose.

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