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14 Aug - 16 Aug

Our top choices for San José family-friendly hotels

1. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
  • Family-friendly hotel with complimentary airport shuttle and outdoor pool offers relaxing stays with numerous kid-approved amenities.
Rp2.042.864
Rp2.308.436 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
  • Family fun awaits with kid-friendly pools, convenient free breakfast, and easy access to Sabana Park.
Rp1.610.535
Rp1.819.961 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

3. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San Francisco
  • Family adventures in the heart of San Jose with dedicated children's pool and complimentary full breakfast.
Rp1.741.219
Rp1.967.578 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

4. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Carmen
Rp1.713.982
Rp1.936.800 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

5. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Hyatt Place San José/Pinares
Sánchez
  • Splash into family joy at this Hyatt Place, where an outdoor pool, connected shopping centre, and free breakfast buffet await.
Rp1.949.126
Rp2.202.512 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
  • Adventure awaits at La Sabana, where your family can splash in the outdoor and children's pools, just steps from scenic Sabana Park.
Rp2.189.832
Rp2.474.510 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

7. Barceló San José

Barceló San José
Uruca
  • Splash into family bliss with a children's pool, plus free kid-friendly activities and shuttles—just steps from Sabana Park.
Rp1.505.483
Rp1.701.196 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Barceló San José

8. City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Ulloa
Rp1.290.456
Rp1.458.215 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

9. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
  • Experience a playful family retreat just minutes from the airport, where cots, rollaway beds, and poolside fun await adventurous kids.
Rp1.850.686
Rp2.091.276 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10. Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
Catedral
Rp1.736.739
Rp1.962.515 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Hotel Presidente
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in San José

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
Water park
4 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in San José

Barceló San José

Barceló San José
Uruca
Rp1.505.483
Rp1.701.196 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Barceló San José

Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente
Catedral
Rp1.736.739
Rp1.962.515 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Hotel Presidente

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
Rp2.189.832
Rp2.474.510 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San Francisco
Rp1.741.219
Rp1.967.578 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Urban Green Hotel & Suites
Carmen
Rp1.043.327
Rp1.178.959 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas
Carmen
Rp1.713.982
Rp1.936.800 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Catedral
Rp2.204.529
Rp2.491.118 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
La Sabana
Rp2.043.222
Rp2.308.841 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
Hospital
Rp2.132.837
Rp2.410.106 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Isla Verde Hotel

Isla Verde Hotel
Pavas
Rp1.639.686
Rp1.852.845 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Isla Verde Hotel
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in San José

Barceló San José

Barceló San José
Uruca
Rp1.505.483
Rp1.701.196 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Barceló San José

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San Francisco
Rp1.741.219
Rp1.967.578 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
Rp2.189.832
Rp2.474.510 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG
La Sabana
Rp2.043.222
Rp2.308.841 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Hilton San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
Rp2.924.675
Rp3.304.883 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hilton San Jose La Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana
Hospital
Rp2.132.837
Rp2.410.106 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Santo Tomás
Carmen
Rp1.121.891
Rp1.267.737 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina
La Sabana
Rp2.161.140
Rp2.442.088 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Hotel Residence Inn Suites Cristina

Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
Uruca
Rp2.016.337
Rp2.278.461 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Irazu Hotel & Studios

KC Hotel San José

KC Hotel San José
La Sabana
Rp2.025.292
Rp2.288.580 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
KC Hotel San José
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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast here is better than every American hotel I've ever stayed at."
Theodore 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed here while on a long, overnight layover. It was your typical Marriott hotel. Everything is always very predictable and we got great rest before we left to the airport the next morning. This place has a free airport shuttle too."
Krys 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"X"
Bradley 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"I recently stayed at the hotel for five days. Everything was good, clean, the only problem that I had it was that we didn’t have any fridge in in the room and also they didn’t even give us water bottles to have in our room but everything else was excellent"
Scarleth 4-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

8/10 Good
"Perfect location"
Philip 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent
"I really loved this hotel! It was beautiful and unique. It was the first place we stayed after landing in Costa Rica, and it was such a wonderful welcome. The breakfast was delicious, and the room was comfortable and clean. The staff were very helpful and friendly. I would 100% stay here again!"
Anna 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Presidente
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel! Close and walkable to everything."
Tashmit 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente servicio y atención del personal"
Raul 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel, professional staff, I like the bar/restaurant and the breakfast is pretty good too!"
Juan 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

What's San José like for family-friendly holidays?
The destination of San José is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the children. The entertainment, museums and parks are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is the closest airport, or San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.), which is located 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from the centre of San José.
What's the best family accommodation in San José?
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica is a hotel with a children's pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options for your stay with the children include Barceló San José and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica.
How many family hotels will I be able to find in San José?
Expedia has 48 hotels in San José that are rated for being family-friendly.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in San José?
The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in San José are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 650 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in San José?
While you are visiting San José, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as National Theater of Costa Rica and Mercado Central. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as National Museum of Costa Rica and San Pedro Mall.