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Top 5 hotels in San Jose at a glance

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive — 3.5-star hotel in Rio Hato. Guest rating: 8.0/10 — Very good.
Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive — 3.5-star hotel in Rio Hato. Guest rating: 8.2/10 — Very good.
La Maracuyá — 4-star hotel in San Jose. Guest rating: 10/10 — Exceptional.
El litoral — 3-star hotel in Las Lajas. Guest rating: 9.6/10 — Exceptional.
San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge — 3-star hotel in Costa Esmeralda. Guest rating: 7.8/10 — Good.

Where to stay in San Jose?

Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in San Jose on Hotels.com. These San Jose hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 2 September 2026.

A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and palm trees.

A beachside lounge with wicker furniture and large windows overlooking the ocean.

A modern bar area with a bartender, bar stools, and outdoor seating with wicker furniture.

A beach with palm trees, a wooden structure, and white lounge chairs.

Hotel Riu Playa Blanca - All Inclusive

Rio Hato

A bar area with multiple screens, wicker furniture, and hanging plants.

An outdoor dining area with a view of the ocean, thatched roof, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.

Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive

Rio Hato

€182

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A breakfast setting by a pool with a plate of food, a pitcher of coffee, and a glass of orange juice.

A narrow outdoor space with a concrete wall, a metal door, and a small palm tree.

A house with a concrete exterior, a wooden deck, and a front door.

A bedroom with a concrete headboard, white bedding, and colorful pillows.

La Maracuyá

San Jose

A pool area with lounge chairs, a thatched roof structure, and palm trees.

An outdoor patio area with a table and chairs, a grill, and hanging lights.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a hanging light fixture, and a plant.

A beach with a curved shoreline and waves.

El litoral

Las Lajas

A beach scene with palm trees and thatched huts, a sunset in the background, and a concrete structure to the right.

An outdoor restaurant with a bar area, white plastic chairs, and tables.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

A beach scene with a fire pit, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

San Carlos Surf Resort & Eco Lodge

Costa Esmeralda

€80

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

An aerial view of a property with a large building, a patio area with tables and chairs, and surrounding greenery.

A person standing in the ocean with arms raised, wearing a black top and denim shorts.

A two-story building with a covered outdoor seating area, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

Two people dining at a table with a variety of dishes, a bottle, and a string of lights in the background.

Manglar Lodge

San Carlos

€57

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.

An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, a thatched roof, and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, a beach area with sun loungers, and lush greenery.

A beachside resort with a thatched-roof building, palm trees, and a beach with lounge chairs.

Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark Resort

Rio Hato

€152

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, wooden wall, ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.

A well-lit outdoor area with a pathway leading to a building, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A beach with a clear sky, sunlight reflecting on the water, and mountains in the background.

A clear swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and shaded by umbrellas.

Casa Swell Coronado

Las Lajas

€94

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A poolside area with a table and chairs, a view of a lush landscape, and a clear sky.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a cash register.

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, multiple ceiling fans, and a bar counter with a TV.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a balcony with a view, and a decorative wall piece.

Hotel Eclipse

San Jose

€67

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A sunlit outdoor area with a table and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of trees and hills in the background.

A staircase with white walls and a wooden handrail leading to a balcony with a view of the sky and mountains.

A room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains.

A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a mural on the wall.

San Carlos Beach Inn

San Carlos

€30

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered patio area, and a white building with multiple doors.

A sunlit room with wicker furniture and blue cushions, featuring a tiled floor and white walls.

A spacious, modern interior with a high ceiling, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor swimming pool and surrounding buildings.

Hotel Coronado Inn

Las Lajas

€84

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

Bay View Hotel

San Carlos

€66

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A poolside area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean at sunset.

A beach with rows of sun loungers and wooden cabanas with white curtains.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and red pan. There is a dining area with a table set for two, a blue sofa, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A beachfront hotel with multiple high-rise buildings, a sandy beach, and clear blue waters.

Radisson Riviera Panama

Punta Chame

€119

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A beach with thatched umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a clear view of the ocean.

A spacious room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a glass coffee table.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with a sink and countertop, and a view of the ocean.

Casa Caracol Boutique Hotel

Las Uvas

€67

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A swimming pool with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a gazebo.

A bakery counter with bread, sandwiches, and a display case, surrounded by plants and wooden shelves.

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a wooden deck.

A coastal view with a tall hotel building, clear turquoise waters, and a line of palm trees.

Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive

Rio Hato

€151

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A poolside lounge area with two white cushioned chairs and a lantern, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A two-story house with a swimming pool in front, surrounded by tropical vegetation.

A beachside lounge with wicker furniture, a wooden walkway, and palm trees.

A beach with a wooden pathway leading to a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by palm trees and wicker furniture.

The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection

El Chiru

€211

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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Top landmarks in San Jose

Teta Beach

7.2/10 (5 reviews)

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Teta Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.1 mi (5 km) from central San Jose. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Coronado Beach, Playa El Palmar and La Ensenada Beach.

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The region around San Jose is home to attractions such as Teta Beach and Coronado Beach.

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Check out reviews of San Jose hotels guests love

Gran Evenia Bijao - All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"I like the room and swimming pools. Lunch, and Dinnerare very very good. But breakfast could improve some."

The Golden Frog Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Stunning place with pool and amazing landscaping. Breakfast included and delicious. Staff were wonderful."

Playa Blanca Beach Resort - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Me gusto la limpieza, pero ya se miran las habitaciones un poco viejas, la comida buena, pero tienen problemas con las aves ya que andan de mesa en mesa comiendo la comida"