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Best San José budget hotels

These are the best prices for 26 Apr - 3 May.
Barceló San José - San José - Restaurant
Barceló San José
Uruca
8.4Very Good(4796)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
RM 551+
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Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica - San José - Building
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica
8.0Very Good(5269)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
RM 497+
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Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica - San José - Restaurant
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica
8.6Very Good(1738)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
RM 716+
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Hotel Castillo - San José - Balcony
Hotel Castillo
Carmen
9.0Wonderful(12)
Free Wi-Fi
RM 759+
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Hyatt Centric San José Escazú - San José - Living room
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
San José, Costa Rica
9.0Wonderful(684)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Spa
RM 727+
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Hotel Casa Roland San Jose - San José - Bedroom
Hotel Casa Roland San Jose
Pavas
8.8Very Good(1490)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
RM 287+
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Hilton San Jose La Sabana - San José - Balcony
Hilton San Jose La Sabana
Mata Redonda
8.6Very Good(564)
Pool
RM 950+
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Costa Rica Guesthouse - San José - Building
Costa Rica Guesthouse
Catedral
8.1Very Good(3952)
Free Wi-Fi
RM 91+
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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio - San José - Pool
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
San José, Costa Rica
8.8Very Good(1091)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
RM 419+
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Urban Green Hotel & Suites - San José - Lobby
Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Carmen
7.8Good(2689)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
RM 375+
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Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica - San José - Restaurant
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica
8.9Very Good(1459)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
RM 524+
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Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana By IHG - San José - Property amenity
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana By IHG
Mata Redonda
8.7Very Good(980)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
RM 647+
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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum By IHG - San José - Lobby
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum By IHG
San José, Costa Rica
8.5Very Good(864)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
RM 473+
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Isla Verde Hotel - San José - Lobby
Isla Verde Hotel
Pavas
8.9Very Good(904)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
RM 408+
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Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu - San José - Patio
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San José, Costa Rica
8.8Very Good(608)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
RM 655+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for budget hotels in San José

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in San José with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest rates for budget hotels?

Budget hotels in San José are cheapest in February, with an average rate of RM 481. On the other hand, they are at their most expensive in May, where the average price is RM 673.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a budget hotel in San José?

The lowest prices can usually be found on Monday, where the average nightly price is RM 417. The most expensive night is generally Wednesday, where the average price is RM 943.

How much is a budget hotel in San José for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star budget hotel room in San José found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was RM 161, while a 4-star budget hotel the lowest price was RM 232. The cheapest room found overall was for RM 161.

How much is a budget hotel in San José for this weekend?

The cheapest budget hotel room in San José for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for RM 89 per night. For the same dates, 3-star budget hotel rooms have been found for as low as RM 89 per night and 4-star budget hotel rooms from RM 271 per night.

How early should you book a budget hotel in San José?

Book at least 35 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your San José budget hotel.

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

Lowest hotel price

February
May
RM 560
RM 746
RM 79
Cheapest month to stay with an average 12% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 23% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest budget hotel room rate in the last 7 days

KAYAK's top tips for finding San José budget hotel deals

  • Prices for budget hotels in San José are cheaper in the low season, which is in February and March.
  • Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally, rooms cost less on a Monday. The most expensive night for a stay is Wednesday.
  • The cheapest budget hotel room in San José found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was RM 302. The most expensive cost RM 750.

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