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Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
The price is NZ$99 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$99
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (617 reviews)
"Good value. Clean rooms. Comfortable beds. Airport shuttle available."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central, between street 1 and 3, San José, San Jose
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
7.2/10 Good! (462 reviews)
"Very reasonably priced and the location was excellent."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2019

Hotel El Maragato
San Bosco Inn

San Bosco Inn

3 out of 5
100 m North from the Banco Nacional, Arenal, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is NZ$111 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$111
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Baldi Hot ...
9/10 Wonderful! (761 reviews)
"Very nice property just meters from downtown area. Easy to access restaurants and shops. There was access to a sister property that had hotsprings that we didn’t, take advantage of."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

San Bosco Inn
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Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja, Uruca, San Jose
The price is NZ$158 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$158
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It’s a great place for the price."

Reviewed on 13 Mar. 2025

Hotel Luisiana
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
The price is NZ$328 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$328
per night
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and the restaurant was hood"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose
The price is NZ$158 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$158
per night
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,593 reviews)
"This hotel is beautiful. It was very comfortable and the service was great."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Barceló San José
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 out of 5
Ruta #21 Frente Al, Aeropuerto Internacional, Liberia
The price is NZ$258 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
NZ$258
per night
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Liberia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,308 reviews)
"This hotel is much like any other Hilton you stay at. Our only concern was the restaurant was under staffed the evening we used it. We waited quite a while to be served. The two waiters were busy and efficient but they had too many tables to serve…"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
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La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B

3 out of 5
100 mts south of Cemetery, San Antonio de Belen, Heredia
The price is NZ$226 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
NZ$226
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (994 reviews)
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Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

La Riviera Hotel B&B
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Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Km South from Cruce de Herradura, towards Jaco and 1 km East, Pueblo Nuevo, Jacó, Puntarenas
The price is NZ$253 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
NZ$253
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Jacó. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Great manager and staff on site"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel
Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró

Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró

4 out of 5
500 Metros Este de la Pops, Calle Lapa Verde, Jacó, Puntarenas
The price is NZ$208 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
NZ$208
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Jacó. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great view"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 out of 5
East side of Costa Rica Country Club, San Rafael, San Rafael
The price is NZ$213 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$213
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (835 reviews)
"We chose this hotel since there were multiple bedrooms in one suite. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The only downside was that it was a little outdated, but it was clean and offered a pool/hot tub & laundry facilities. Overall I would recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
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Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

Uvita
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
10/10 Exceptional! (115 reviews)
Great convenient stay with a view!
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The location could not have been better, easy to get to our favorite beaches, restaurants and groceries. Owners were very responsive and super helpful with booking tours extra. Very well appointed! The pool was a cocktail pool which we weren’t expecting so we didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands
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Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

3 out of 5
11 Miles South from Downtown La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
The price is NZ$398 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
NZ$398
per night
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (402 reviews)
"We had a lovely time! Our room was very nice, as were the pool and hot springs. We booked one of the tours through the hotel and loved it! The only downside was the restaurant, which had very limited options for vegetarians and slow service."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central, Área del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna
The price is NZ$439 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$439
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,116 reviews)
"This place is so beautiful! All the rainforest jungle landscaping is phenomenal. The location is perfect in the middle of all activities and the view of the volcano is the best. We had both a sunny day, cloudy and rainy day and all were great there. The hot springs are well shaded from sun and rain. ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is NZ$419 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$419
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,492 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

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What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

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