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
I’ve genuinely never stayed anywhere quite like this—and not in a good way. This hotel is so far from 5-star, it’s hard to know where to begin. On arrival, there was just one person working at reception during what we were told is peak season. You’re forced into a single queue for everything—check-in, ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Our experience was excellent.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Excellent hotel. Great staff and shuttle to air port.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Solo pasamos una noche ya que salíamos al otro día de viaje, tiene buena localización porque está cerca del aereopuerto. El personal excelente, al cuarto le hacía falta cariño porque se ve un poco viejo y olía mucho a humedad. El desayuno estuvo muy bueno.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Great place
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Nice hotel, the beds weren’t the most comfortable but it was fine for our short stay. Beautiful grounds.
Reviewed on 10 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.
