3-Star Hotels in San Jose, Costa Rica
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Kkyoko.s 2025.11.19
It's cheap and convenient. I stayed in a dormitory for two nights, and while it wasn't particularly comfortable, it was worth the price. The service was excellent. I had a room in a different building, so I can't speak to the other rooms, but there was only one toilet and shower outside, which meant I couldn't get to the toilet if someone was using it. The location is within walking distance of the city center, but I was woken up very early in the morning by the train horn.
Very Good
135 reviews
8.4/10
Price from
AU$16
per night
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GGuest User 2025.04.22
The hotel is strategically located, a few steps out to the intersection, opposite the National Museum
Within a 10-minute walk from the National Theatre and the commercial streets of downtown San Jose, Costa Rica, Central Park and other landmarks
The hotel lobby is very stylish. The front desk service is warm and friendly. The restaurant breakfast is simple but there is coffee, egg, bread and fruit enough!
The room is clean, comfortable and safe!
A great stay experience
Very Good
113 reviews
8.6/10
Price from
AU$75
per night
Hotel near Escazu,Escazu
GGuest User 2026.05.03
Great place: an artists studio, great location, lovely people. Would stay again
Great
23 reviews
9.2/10
Price from
AU$72
per night
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GGuest User 2023.08.28
I stayed in this hotel on a business trip a few years ago. It's not far from the airport and has a nice environment. There's a coffee shop downstairs next door and the transportation is convenient. There was a safety drill on the day before leaving, which was pretty good.
It’s more cost-effective to book a breakfast-included package on Ctrip. When I checked in, I didn’t find breakfast at first, but it soon became clear.
Very Good
117 reviews
8.7/10
Price from
AU$211
per night
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YYUCHEN 2025.06.02
The lobby is the feeling of a general business travel. It is much more spacious on the second floor. I think the room is very clean, but because the external window is facing the corridor, there is no way to keep it open, so my bathroom is open to have an exhaust fan, but it is still very good. It is also very close to the bus stop.
I don’t know if this area is a dangerous area at night, but there are small restaurants here for a minute or two, which are also delicious.
Very Good
80 reviews
8.6/10
Price from
AU$45
per night
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BBINQING 2019.12.14
The breakfast is plentiful and changes every day, especially the South American specialties. There are many kinds of fruits, and the sweet taste of milk is my favorite. The rooms are generally clean, with few TV channels, and they are basically in Spanish.
Very Good
111 reviews
8.6/10
Price from
AU$135
per night
Hotel near Barrio Escalante,San Jose
MMegumimmm 2024.02.04
It was a satisfactory stay. The room and rooftop view are great.
We were traveling with a rental car, so it was very helpful that the parking lot was free.
The room was fashionable and very clean overall. It may be even better to add a kettle to kitchen utensils.
Of the 2 rooms I booked, 1 there was a cigarette smell when I entered the room, but when I contacted him, he offered me a replacement room.
I recommend it. Thank you very much.
Great
102 reviews
9.1/10
Price from
AU$140
per night
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Hotel Soluxe el Sesteo is the perfect place to unwind after a day of travel or work.
This property has a pool, including a pool with view.
This property is home to a restaurant.
At this bed and breakfast, you'll also find facilities including a bbq. The property's front desk offers service in 3 languages, including English. For extra convenience, free luggage storage and laundry service (on-site) are available at the property as well.
Guests arriving by car can use the property's parking lot.
Good
7.9/10
Price from
AU$125
per night
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蔡蔡 2022.10.16
Thanks to Trip.com staff for coordinating the check-in time and adjusting the quiet room in time. The front desk staff of the hotel has a young lady's professionalism and is better to find the staff to connect to Wi-Fi in time.
Very Good
107 reviews
8.3/10
Price from
AU$148
per night
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EEmily0626 2024.10.28
The room was clean and tidy, the breakfast was great, there was a menu to choose from, fruit coffee juices were available, and there were many public areas suitable for group travel. No elevator is a problem
Very Good
126 reviews
8.9/10
Price from
AU$77
per night
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8.4/10
Very Good
TTessa_assetUndiscovered gem of a hotel near San Pedro.
Pros: We were looking for a place on the lower end of the price spectrum that was a one night romantic getaway for two, that I could also use my free trip coins at toward the cost of the room. Preferably including breakfast and a swimming pool with jacuzzi 😉 Not much to ask!
We booked one of the cheaper rooms on the ground floor.
Before check in we took an Uber to San Pedro mall to do some essential shopping and see a movie. Then we checked in and I relaxed in the jacuzzi under the San José night sky while my husband enjoyed a full workout in the gym/weights room. TV with cable was great for my husband who enjoyed the football while I enjoyed the hot shower and relaxed in the bed afterwards. We had an amazingly comfortable sleep and a delicious breakfast in the morning of gallo pinto, fresh tropical fruits, freshly squeezed watermelon juice and hot coffee. A generous check out time of 12pm meant we had more than enough time to get our things together and leave when it suited.
Cons: Not many cons at this price point and value. The guy at the desk was a bit weird when we asked him for a second glass for water as there was only one in the room but not a big deal. We also had to ask him for the TV remote. The towels were a bit small like a mini dress on me after my shower. But good quality (with a third extra towel for the jacuzzi) and high quality bed linen. It also is in a slightly rough looking neighborhood but this is not a problem if you travel to and from the hotel by Uber or use a hire car (which you can park privately inside the property).
Overall impression: The other photos on trip.com and similar booking sites do not do this hotel justice - it looks far better in person. It has real character since it is a restored historic hotel from an era bygone, but that is why everything is such high quality from the bed linen to the floor tiles. Everything is also in good shape and freshly painted. There a little hidden nooks around the hotel that make it very charming. The breakfast area is lovely and the jacuzzi, pool and water slide were a real highlight. We WILL be back.
8.9/10
Very Good
EEmily0626The room was clean and tidy, the breakfast was great, there was a menu to choose from, fruit coffee juices were available, and there were many public areas suitable for group travel. No elevator is a problem
7.7/10
Good
JJérémy50309Hôtel bien placé pour aller ce balader dans l’avenue centrale, proche de tout à pied, un parking payant est proche dans la rue derrière pour votre voiture afin d’être tranquille pour 1000 crc par heure.
8.9/10
Very Good
GGuest UserMy wife and I stayed here a few nights both at the beginning and end of our three-week trip to Costa Rica. The location is attractive as it is very easy to get to the city center, and very near the newly completed ring road which goes all around the city. This is a big plus, since the traffic in San Jose (and Costa Rica in general) can be truly horrendous. We would have liked to have laundry services, which are only available by appointment at certain times and days. Breakfast was simple but good. The staff were mostly friendly and helpful.
8.8/10
Very Good
SSzakosParque del Lago Boutique Hotel is a well-equipped hotel in a great location, making it a convenient base for exploring San José. The staff were professional, friendly, and helpful throughout our stay.
The rooms and facilities are well maintained and offer everything needed for a comfortable visit. The only area that could be improved is the breakfast buffet, which was somewhat average and lacked the warmth and character that the rest of the hotel provides.
Overall, a pleasant stay with good value and an excellent location.
8.4/10
Very Good
Kkyoko.sIt's cheap and convenient. I stayed in a dormitory for two nights, and while it wasn't particularly comfortable, it was worth the price. The service was excellent. I had a room in a different building, so I can't speak to the other rooms, but there was only one toilet and shower outside, which meant I couldn't get to the toilet if someone was using it. The location is within walking distance of the city center, but I was woken up very early in the morning by the train horn.
8.2/10
Very Good
Iisa.mendezThe exteriors and the pool are nice but the rooms are very old and the smell was very bad inside, i think maybe because the carpet looks also old and dirty. I had to change from the first room because of that and the second one wasn't much better. The breakfast is buffet but very basic with a few options so i just got it one day. The a/c very old and noisy during the night.
8.8/10
Very Good
MM433359****This is the largest holiday inn hotel I have ever stayed in. The room on the side of the road is noisy. Others are fine.
7.8/10
Good
JJJin87The hotel is a lot smaller than the pictures. The room is also small but has great shower and comfortable beds. There is no free parking, the reception will provide a voucher and you need to pay $7 to park next door. The hotel location is awesome, you can walk to most of the attractions. Breakfast buffet is great.
9.1/10
Great
GGuest UserThe hostel is very nice and stylishly furnished and is very well located near the city center, so that all the big museums and the theater as well as many bars, cafes and restaurants are within walking distance. It is a hostel, so you can't expect absolute peace and quiet, but I didn't find it disturbing. Street noise is negligible. The staff is very friendly and helpful, everything is clean. By car from the airport, the journey takes about 40 minutes outside of rush hour.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the popular 3 star hotels in San Jose?
Whether you are traveling to San Jose for business or tourism, Costa Rica Guesthouse (from AU$17) , Holiday Inn Express SAN JOSE FORUM by IHG (from AU$115) and Viajero San José Hostel (from AU$23) are all preferred hotels.
How much is the average rate for 3 star hotels in San Jose?
For 3 star hotels in San Jose, the average price on weekdays is AU$167, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is AU$168.
Which 3 star hotels in San Jose provide swimming pools?
There are many 3 star hotels in San Jose with swimming pools. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu (from AU$115) , Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina (from AU$114) and Residence Inn San Jose Escazu (from AU$281) are very popular.
Which 3 star hotels in San Jose provide fitness facilities?
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu (from AU$115), Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas (from AU$124) and Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina (from AU$114) provide fitness facilities. Satisfy your fitness needs even while traveling!
Which 3 star hotels in San Jose have bars?
For 3 star hotels in San Jose with bars, Costa Rica Guesthouse (from AU$17) , Viajero San José Hostel (from AU$23) and Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu (from AU$115) are very popular.
Which 3 star hotels in San Jose provide breakfast?
Costa Rica Guesthouse (from AU$17), Holiday Inn Express SAN JOSE FORUM by IHG (from AU$115) and Viajero San José Hostel (from AU$23) provide delicious breakfast. Start your day with high-quality breakfast!
Which 3 star hotels in San Jose offer spa services?
Want to relax with spa treatment? Among 3 star hotels in San Jose, Viajero San José Hostel (from AU$23), Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu (from AU$115) and Hotel Bougainvillea San José (from AU$245) are very popular.
Which 3 star hotels in San Jose provide free Wi-Fi?
Internet connection is an essential condition for travel. Costa Rica Guesthouse (from AU$17), Viajero San José Hostel (from AU$23) and Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu (from AU$115) are popular hotels with free Wi-Fi.
What deals are available for 3 star hotels in San Jose?
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Property Information for Tourists
| Total properties | 101 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 4,817 |
| Highest price | AU$645 |
| Lowest price | AU$46 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | AU$168 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | AU$167 |
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