Zapote Travel Guide
San José
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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
Day Trip to Tortuga Island from San José
Top hotels in Zapote
Barceló San José
Very nice hotel with excellent amenities. The free airport shuttle doesn’t run very often, so we weren’t able to use it. The location is cocked by highways so you need a taxi to go almost anywhere if you want to explore the city or eat outside of the hotel.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Rooms were dated. Windows did not completely close. Beds were clean air conditioning was good. I do not know if there were elevators to any other rooms but we had to go up and downstairs. They were a little unsteady and we are in our 70s. The worst part of it all was no hot water! That is the worst ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Close to airport. Great breakfast
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Good
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Modern, clean, friendly property.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
The hospitality was above and beyond expectation. Food was great. Room and view was special
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Zapote
La California
Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.
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.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Asamblea Legislativa and National Center of Art and Culture.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
San Sebastian
When in San Sebastian, you can plan a visit to Central Park and National Theater of Costa Rica, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
