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San José, Costa Rica
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Travel insights for vacation rentals in San José

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a vacation rental in San José including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in San José?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in San José is June (C$ 28). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San José is March (C$ 640).

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in San José?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 36 days before your trip to San José. The lowest price found when booking 36 days ahead was C$ 19 per night.

Cheapest vacation rentals in San José, San José Province

Discover affordable stays in San José, San José Province that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in San José, San José Province can be found for as low as C$ 55 per night. There is currently one property in San José, San José Province that can be booked for this price. Bella Vista Lodge is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San José, San José Province. Price data was last updated on 23 April 2025
Out of the vacation rentals in San José we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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Monteverde, Costa Rica
4.3 km from city centre
C$ 55
Avg. per night
Uvita, Costa Rica
1.4 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 73
Avg. per night
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
0.4 km from city centre
C$ 79
Avg. per night
Calle Europa 20, Jacó, Costa Rica
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 102
Avg. per night
Tigra, Costa Rica
3.6 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
C$ 112
Avg. per night
Agujitas de Drake, Costa Rica
4.3 km from city centre
C$ 124
Avg. per night
San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica
2.1 km from city centre
C$ 156
Avg. per night
Puerto Jiménez, Costa Rica
21.0 km from city centre
C$ 158
Avg. per night
Nosara, Costa Rica
4.2 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 180
Avg. per night
Turrubares, Costa Rica
33.8 km from city centre
C$ 186
Avg. per night
Agujitas de Drake, Costa Rica
14.0 km from city centre
C$ 203
Avg. per night
Tortuguero, Costa Rica
1.0 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
Airport shuttle
C$ 224
Avg. per night
Tortuguero, Costa Rica
0.2 km from city centre
C$ 224
Avg. per night
Sarchí, Costa Rica
13.0 km from city centre
C$ 304
Avg. per night
Puerto Jiménez, Costa Rica
16.5 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
C$ 612
Avg. per night
Sarchí, Costa Rica
13.3 km from city centre
C$ 834
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San José, San José Province

Find the perfect vacation rental for your stay in San José, San José Province. There are 722 hotels in San José, San José Province and price data was last updated on 23 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in San José, San José Province is C$ 191/night.
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Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, Costa Rica
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 14
Avg. per night
100 Meters West of Escuela De La Roosevelt, San José, Costa Rica
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 15
Avg. per night
Carretera A Reserva De Monteverde, Monteverde, Costa Rica
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 100
Avg. per night
San Antonio de Belen Ciudad Cariari, San José, Costa Rica
8.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 176
Avg. per night
Route 27, San José, Costa Rica
6.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 182
Avg. per night
Forum 2 Business Park, San José, Costa Rica
11.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 152
Avg. per night

Where to stay in San José, San José Province

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within San José to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 23 April 2025.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the San José area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. Users can click on a vacation rental's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in San José, San José Province

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San José to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 23 April 2025.
  • How much does a vacation rental in San José cost?

    San José vacation rentals are C$ 192/night on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. For example, March is the most expensive month to book a vacation rental in San José, and June is often the cheapest month to book. Recently, our users found rentals for C$ 2/night - which is currently the cheapest price. Keep in mind that anything C$ 171/night or less is still considered a good deal.

  • What is the best San José vacation rental?

    Villa Creole has a 9.4 rating from 373 users, making it the best San José vacation rental based on our data.

  • What’s the closest vacation rental to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    It’s only 61.7 km from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Villa Creole (the nearest San José vacation rental to the airport).

  • What part of San José is best to stay in?

    Carmen is the best part of San José to stay in based on our user data. Out of all our users who looked at San José vacation rentals, 71% of them looked for stays in the Carmen neighbourhood in the last year. The Bee Suites San José - Escalante happens to be the most popular vacation rental in the Carmen neighbourhood of San José.

  • What’s the most popular vacation rental in San José near Barrio Amón?

    If you’re looking for a vacation rental close to Barrio Amón while in San José, then the most popular is Villa Creole with a 9.4/10 review score from 373 users. The distance from Barrio Amón to Villa Creole is 69.8 km.

  • Are there San José vacation rentals with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    You’re in luck! 1 San José vacation rental mentions “Pool” under their list of amenities. The Villa Creole is the most popular vacation rental in San José that features this amenity.

  • Are there any Guest house vacation rentals in San José?

    Yes, there are 28 Guest house vacation rentals in San José. According to our data, Costa Rica Guesthouse is currently the most popular Guest house rental in the city.

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