San Jose Hotel near the Costa Rica International Airport
Whether you're lodging in San Jose, Costa Rica for business or leisure, the Country Inn & Suites is the perfect place to stay. Our hotel near the Costa Rica International Airport and downtown San Jose makes travel and exploration of Costa Rica attractions particularly convenient. During your San Jose vacation, be sure to shop at Mall Real Cariari, visit Pueblo Antiguo and tour Cafe Britt's coffee plantations. If you're looking for adventure, take a trip to Volcano Poas, just a short drive from our San Jose, Costa Rica hotel. With these attractions and more within reach, you're sure to agree that the Country Inn & Suites is the best choice for lodging in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Be sure to visit these nearby Costa Rica attractions during your San Jose vacation:
Mall Real Cariari With department stores, cinemas, dining and entertainment, you won't want to miss this San Jose shopping center during your Costa Rica vacation. (506) 293-3827 3 minutes from hotel
Inbioparque While lodging in San Jose, Costa Rica, take your family to this attraction, which features a butterfly garden, lagoon, aquarium and farm. (506) 2507-8107 15 minutes from hotel
Pueblo Antiguo For a glimpse into Costa Rica's history, visit this re-creation of turn-of-the century Costa Rica. 10 minutes from hotel
Tour Cafe Britt Enjoy gourmet coffee made from Costa Rica's own coffee plantations, delicious chocolates, nature-inspired jewelry, crafts, souvenirs and more near our Costa Rica hotel. (800) GO-BRITT 25 minutes from hotel
Volcano Poas Located in the Parque Nacional Volcan Poas, this volcano is one of the most visited in Costa Rica. The surrounding park is also fun to visit, with more than 79 bird species, a variety of animals and wildlife and a gorgeous cloud forest. 1.5 hours from hotel
About San José
San José is the most cosmopolitan city in Costa Rica, and travelers through the region will find that it offers the most rewarding restaurants, hotels and nightlife venues between Mexico and Bogotá, Columbia. At first, some visitors may be less than enchanted by the urban sprawl, but once they get into areas like the Plaza de la Cultura and Paseo Colón, they will find that much of city's charm is easy to enjoy on foot. Quality museums are definitely in abundance, with the best being the Jade Museum and the Costa Rican Art Museum. However, the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum is a must-see, displaying intricate gold replicas of animals that once served the ancient Diquis inhabitants as religious symbols. Parque Nacional and Parque La Sabana provide green spaces for unwinding, and travelers wanting to get off the beaten path should opt for a cruise around the Gulf of Nicoya or a trip to La Paz Waterfall. The Escazú neighborhood plays host to many fine restaurants, but remember to bring your wallet since the meals can get expensive. For a more economical meal, duck into one of the many cafés for a plato del día. After dinner, escape into one San José's nightspots for dancing and people watching. Two of the best areas are Los Yoses and San Pedro, which cater to the student population. The Mercado Central market is best if you are shopping for variety, but most neighborhoods offer a few intriguing stores. Whether just passing through or planning an extended stay, visitors will find that San José is an oasis in a sparsely populated region.
Did you know?
How did a city that began as a backwater place end up with a lavish, architectural jewel like the Teatro Nacional (National Theater)? It all came down to a bit of self-discipline on the part of the area coffee farmers. With the heady air of newly found riches, the growers decided they needed to inject a bit of culture into their lives. Having come to this conclusion, they then decided to tax themselves in order to amass the funds for the construction of this grand building.
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