Santa Lucia Travel Guide
San José
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Popular places to visit
Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening in Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
National Theater of Costa Rica
You can make plans for a show at National Theater of Costa Rica on your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Morazan Park
Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Aerial Tram Tour - Half Day Pass Braulio Carrillo
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
Top hotels in Santa Lucia
Barceló San José
Room had a weird smell and was outdated. The price was good but was expecting more from all the 9+ reviews. My bed was very bad, sunken in! The food was awful!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Nos llevamos la mala experiencia que el check in era a las 3pm y nos hicieron esperar hasta casi las 5pm porque no estaban disponibles, y el personal se mostraba bastante estresado por la cantidad de personas con el mismo inconveniente y no fueron muy empaticos con los huéspedes. El hotel está un ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Great place ! Especially to stay after you arrive, and prior to departing … A+++ …
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
This property was very clean and well cared for. It’s not a five star, but it’s great for the value. I only surprise, and this was my fault for not seeing this on my reservation, was that my bed was in a loft area and I had to walk down a very narrow staircase to go to the toilet and back in the ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
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Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Not enough staff. Takes to long to ask for anything or get a person on the phone. Hotel halls extremely long the distance from one place to another was way too much.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Lucia
Hospital
If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.
San Bosco
While San Bosco isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Costa Rican Art and Sabana Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Merced
If you're spending some time in Merced, Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón are top sights worth seeing.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Mercado Central.
