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A courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by ornate architectural details and greenery.

A grand staircase with wooden railings and a chandelier, leading to a room with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A well-lit courtyard with tables set for dining, surrounded by potted plants and a central fountain.

A large, historic building with a turret and multiple windows, likely a hotel or public building.

1. Hotel Grano de Oro

San Bosco, 2.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Steve

Rp2.885.771

Rp3.260.922 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A restaurant with yellow walls, blue chairs, and a variety of plants. Tables are set with plates and cutlery.

A hallway with a wooden door, a staircase, and various plants.

A bright yellow interior with mirrored walls, blue hanging lights, and a tiled floor.

A staircase with blue railings leading to a second floor, surrounded by lush tropical plants and a small water feature.

2. Hotel Casa 69

La California, 0.7 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

jeff

Rp991.485

Rp1.120.378 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a sofa.

The Gran Hotel Costa Rica facade with a central entrance, balconies, and arched windows.

A modern lounge with a city view, featuring a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A modern bar area with a patterned floor, seating arrangements, and a large window providing a view of the cityscape.

3. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Catedral, 0.7 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Esteban

Rp2.202.539

Rp2.488.869 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a fish tank.

A restaurant with a mural of a toucan and a sloth on a tree, a sign that reads "PURA VIDA", wicker chairs, and a guitar on the wall.

A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A room with two wicker chairs, a glass table with magazines, a vase with flowers, and a wall with a circular mirror and artwork.

4. Eco Stay CR

Catedral, 0.9 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Eassa

Rp811.215

Rp916.673 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a large mural of a forest.

A casino area with multiple slot machines and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a wooden nightstand with a floral arrangement, and a lamp in the background.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance area with palm trees.

5. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

Carmen, 0.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

"My preferred place to stay in San Jose (have probably stayed here at least 20 times, and I have stayed at many places in town so I have a fair idea of what's "normal" here even for the high-end hotels). Large and clean rooms, great location and staff. Only downside is there is no restaurant/bar in the hotel, rather in the separate casino which is a bit sleazy for my tastes. But there are decent restaurants within a short walk."

Scott

Rp1.445.585

Rp1.633.511 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.

An indoor space with a high ceiling, metal beams, and a variety of potted plants. There are two people seated on chairs, one on a yellow chair and one on a white chair. A person is standing on a staircase.

A communal area with wooden tables and chairs, a central archway, and a bookshelf filled with books.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

6. Viajero San José Hostel

Otoya, 0.2 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

JOSE MAURICIO

Rp737.232

Rp833.072 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

A narrow hallway with a teal door leading to a room with a brick wall, a hanging light fixture, and a hammock chair.

A room with a blue brick wall, a teal sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf with books and plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a potted plant, and a view through a window with curtains.

7. Lolas Hostal

0.9 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Barry

Rp454.280

Rp839.265 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern living room with a large window, a piano, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A modern gym with large windows, exercise equipment, and a view of palm trees and mountains.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining table, and chairs.

A rooftop terrace with a hot tub and lounge chairs, overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

8. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

Barrio Escalante, 1 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

carlos julius caesar

Rp1.502.124

Rp2.104.810 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by potted plants and lounge chairs.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a view of a garden and pool through large windows.

A modern building with a central glass atrium, surrounded by lush greenery and a small water feature.

9. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

1.1 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Kemal

Rp1.676.511

Rp1.894.458 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A breakfast setup with two plates of scrambled eggs and toast, a glass of orange juice, and a cup of coffee on a wicker table.

An open doorway to a courtyard with a tiled floor, a small table with chairs, and a variety of plants.

A living room with a large abstract painting, a white sofa with patterned cushions, a small round table with a gold base, and a patterned rug.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a balcony, and a tree in the foreground.

10. The Victorian Hotel CR

San Bosco, 2.2 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Kathy

Rp1.554.774

Rp1.756.894 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern interior with a large window, a balcony with outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and two lamps.

A reception area with a wooden desk, chairs, and a plant.

A rooftop garden with seating areas and a view of surrounding buildings.

11. Hotel Presidente

Catedral, 0.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Brenda

Rp1.915.369

Rp2.164.322 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

The exterior of a hotel named 'TAIRONA' with a modern entrance, glass doors, and a well-maintained garden area.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a television, and a stone fireplace.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with wooden cabinets, and a stone fireplace.

A wooden staircase with a white wall and a fire extinguisher mounted on the wall.

12. Apartotel Tairona

1.7 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Miguel

Rp1.306.056

Rp1.475.870 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.

A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and wooden furniture.

A staircase with decorative elements, a covered outdoor area with plants, and a building with a white facade.

A long, tiled kitchen with a view of the street through a window.

13. Hotel Santo Tomás

Carmen, 0.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Yolanda

Rp1.215.200

Rp1.373.176 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

14. Ara Macao Inn

La California, 0.6 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Ronald

Rp632.748

Rp715.005 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a dining table, a desk, and a wardrobe.

A conference room with a round table, four chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a dining area.

15. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

San Bosco, 2.3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Lazaro Garcia

Rp1.976.661

Rp2.233.627 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern interior with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

A spacious restaurant with a long counter, wooden chairs, and a large central cooking area.

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, a staircase, and a large plant.

16. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

La Sabana, 3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Thomas

Rp2.343.510

Rp2.648.167 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

Two beds with white linens and floral-patterned bedspreads, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A hotel room with three beds, each with a different patterned bedspread. There is a wall-mounted lamp on the right side of the room.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

A hotel named Soluxe El Sesto with a signboard, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a green metal staircase.

17. Soluxe El Sesteo

La Sabana, 3 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Jose

Rp1.036.951

Rp1.171.755 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a wall with a mural.

Two dark wooden doors with a green leafy wall between them.

A person sitting at a table with a glass of orange juice and a white cup, with a view of a building with large letters in the background.

A café with a display case of pastries and a seating area with wooden tables and chairs.

18. Hotel Cultura Plaza

Carmen, 0.5 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Juanita

Rp1.126.687

Rp1.273.156 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a starry night sky.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, palm trees, and a visible restaurant in the background.

A modern lounge area with a round wooden table, white chairs, a grey sofa, and a bookshelf.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, coffee bar, and vending machine.

19. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Carmen, 0.6 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Delia

Rp965.112

Rp1.090.577 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a balcony, and a sign that reads "HOTEL."

A gym with exercise equipment, a mural of a sea turtle, and a window with curtains.

A spacious hall with high ceilings and large windows, featuring a central stage and multiple tables and chairs arranged for events.

A spacious hall with a high ceiling, large windows, and a polished floor.

20. Hotel Ave del Paraíso

2 km from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Mila Monica

Rp1.563.662

Rp1.767.007 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Grano de Oro	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hotel Casa 69	9.4 Exceptional 328 reviews	View
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 894 reviews	View
Eco Stay CR	9.4 Exceptional 36 reviews	View
Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Museum of Contemporary Art and Design Hotel Reviews

Hotel Presidente

8/10 Good

"This hotel is located in a great location and very convenient to everything downtown. There are some room facing the pedestrian street so the noise is not bad. The room is spacious and linens were satisfactory. We did not like the entrance where you have to take 2 separate elevators in order to get to the room and the breakfast looks nice but is very minimal. I wish they had a fresh waffle or pancake maker. I probably would not stay at this hotel in the future."

Viajero San José Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hostel, loved the large patio! First time staying at a Viejero. Would stay again for sure. Fun activities available too! Maverick was helpful with my questions and brought great energy to the place! The mattress was not the most comfy but for one night only it was good enough!"

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

8/10 Good

"Llegamos en la noche a las 11:00 pm. Avisamos q llegábamos tarde. No sabíamos cómo entrar estuvimos como media hora esperando. Hasta que el chofer comenzó a tocar bocina. Al final apareció una señora y abrió una compuerta. Era la misma q nos atendió en el front desk. La señora estaba, no muy amigable. Parecía molesta. Fue el único incidente que podemos decir desagradable en el hotel."

Taormina Hotel and Casino

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was clean and neat, the staff was very friendly and helpful, it is an old building but well maintained, the food at the bar was good but a bit pricey, the drinks were quite expensive also, free breakfast was included and was pretty good, there was free secured underground parking but not recommended for large vehicles. This hotel/casino is a adults only spot that is guest friendly, I would definitely book this hotel again."

Hotel Santo Tomás

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was fabulous ✨"

Hotel Fleur De Lys

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is a home away from home for us. It is a great location to walk around downtown San Jose and visit the National museum and National theater, shops, and some wonderful restaurants. The hotel has unique rooms and a rich history related to coffee in Costa Rica. The staff is kind and always very helpful. The rooms are always clean, and it is nice to enjoy the breakfast in the morning."

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and comfortable"

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is in the heart of san Jose. The rooms were clean. All amenities worked. We had a pleasant stay. The staff was very courteous and helpful. Breakfast which is included was delicious."

Hotel La Amistad

8/10 Good

"The biggest issue I had was the train's horn but that is not the fault of the hotel. Everything else was fine."

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A park pathway surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a curved layout and street lamps.

Parque Espana

8.0/10 (46 reviews)

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A yellow building with a flag, steps, and a fence.

National Museum of Costa Rica

9.0/10 (1,133 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

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National Center of Art and Culture

8.4/10 (269 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at National Center of Art and Culture, an entertaining place to visit in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

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National Park

9.0/10 (1,316 reviews)

After visiting National Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

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Jacob Karpio Galería

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Jacob Karpio Galería in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

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Jade Museum

8.8/10 (675 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Jade Museum during your travels in San José. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

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Galería Andrómeda

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Galería Andrómeda during your trip to San José. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.

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Plaza de la Democracia

8.2/10 (21 reviews)

Learn about the local history of San José with a stop at Plaza de la Democracia. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design is located in a vibrant area of San José known for its array of dining options and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 198 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

Adjacent to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, Hotel Presidente is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. Other good choices close by include Hotel Castillo and Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

Expedia has 198 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design.

What can I see and do near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

National Museum of Costa Rica, Museum of Costa Rican Art and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You can enjoy live performances at National Theater of Costa Rica and Melico Salazar Theatre. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of National Park, Morazan Park and Central Park.

How can I get to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design?

To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at San Jose Fercori Station or San Jose Atlantic Station. There may not be many public transport choices near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Museum of Contemporary Art and Design hotels

1. Hotel Grano de Oro

2. Hotel Casa 69

3. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4. Eco Stay CR

5. Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

6. Viajero San José Hostel

7. Lolas Hostal

8. BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

9. Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10. The Victorian Hotel CR

11. Hotel Presidente

12. Apartotel Tairona

13. Hotel Santo Tomás

14. Ara Macao Inn

15. Four Points by Sheraton San Jose Sabana

16. Crowne Plaza San Jose La Sabana by IHG

17. Soluxe El Sesteo

18. Hotel Cultura Plaza

19. Urban Green Hotel & Suites

20. Hotel Ave del Paraíso

Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Top Museum of Contemporary Art and Design Hotel Reviews

Hotel Presidente

Viajero San José Hostel

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Hotel Santo Tomás

Hotel Fleur De Lys

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

Urban Green Hotel & Suites

Hotel La Amistad

Other attractions near Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

Parque Espana

National Museum of Costa Rica

National Center of Art and Culture

National Park

Jacob Karpio Galería

Jade Museum

Galería Andrómeda

Plaza de la Democracia

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