The 2 Best Luxury Hotels in San José
From the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen to the InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall: hand-picked 5-star hotels in San José. Every suitespot booking comes with free breakfast for 2, a room upgrade subject to availability, hotel credit and VIP service – benefits worth over €500.
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The best-known hotels in San José
The hotels in San José differ less in standard than in location and character. Which address suits which trip is something our travel advisors settle in a conversation, with the date, the occasion and the budget in view. Prices shown are entry rates and may include limited-time promotional rates. At the top of our recommendation: the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen.
| Hotel | Location | suitespot score | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen | Oficentro El Cafetal | ★ 4.6/5 | 175 € |
| InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú | San Rafael | ★ 4.4/5 | 178 € |
Your guide to the best luxury hotels in San José
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen · Oficentro El CafetalFor this guide we have gathered the best hotels in San José: two 5-star hotels, from 175 euros a night.At no extra cost: booking through suitespot costs the same as booking direct with the hotel – the benefits come on top, free of charge.
Two luxury hotels in San José – and how to choose
The two luxury hotels in San José cost 175 € and 178 € a night – 3 euros apart.
InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú · San RafaelAt both the suitespot benefits apply from the first night.
The points, however, go separate ways: Marriott Bonvoy at one hotel, IHG One Rewards at the other.
Our travel advisors’ insider tip
Anyone shopping on price finds no answer in San José: 3 euros lie between the two hotels.
Two other figures decide.
First, the points account. The Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen credits Marriott Bonvoy, the InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú credits IHG One Rewards. Unlike in many cities, the choice here coincides with the programme – tell us which account the stay should land in and the matter is settled.
Second, the suite. Only the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen has any: five of its 20 categories. The InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú offers 18 categories, none of them a suite.
Our advice: name your programme and say whether it should be a suite. Together the two answer the question in a single sentence.
Where to stay in San José: Belén or Escazú
The two best hotels in San José stand at two addresses – and neither is downtown.
In Belén, in the Oficentro El Cafetal district towards the airport, stands the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen from 175 € with 20 categories, five of them suites. Our recommendation for anyone flying on early or using the valley as a base.
In Escazú, in the San Rafael district by the Multiplaza, stands the InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú from 178 € with 18 categories. Our recommendation for anyone with business in Escazú or short evening walks to restaurants and shops in mind.
How long you need from which address our travel advisors work out for your dates – in the San José valley the time of day makes the difference.
38 categories: the best hotels in San José from the inside
Together the best hotels in San José offer 38 categories.
At the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen, five of the 20 categories are suites, among them a Master Suite and a Presidential Suite. Anyone who wants a suite in San José cannot get past this hotel.
The InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú offers 18 categories, from standard to premium rooms. Classic measures around 30 m², Premium around 40 m².
Tell us the size you do not want to go below – our travel advisors have it confirmed before you book, category by category.
What a night at a luxury hotel in San José costs
A night at a 5-star hotel in San José costs 175 € or 178 €.
| Luxury hotel | From | suitespot benefits from |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen | 175 € | 1st night |
| InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú | 178 € | 1st night |
How long to stay: two nights. For most trips San José is the beginning and the end – one night on arrival, one before the flight home. Anyone who wants to see the valley itself adds a day in between.
At both hotels the suitespot benefits apply from the first night.
When it is at its best: from December to April, the dry season, when days in the highland valley are reliably clear. Our recommendation for a first visit.
From May to November the valley is green and the rain usually comes in the afternoon – the mornings are yours. Our recommendation for anyone travelling on anyway.
And whatever the date: you get the suitespot benefits in the quietest week of the year just as in the busiest.
Breakfast, hotel credit and exclusive services at a 5-star hotel
At both hotels breakfast for two, a hotel credit of 100 US dollars, an upgrade subject to availability and a late check-out are included. Both credit your stay – the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen to Marriott Bonvoy, the InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú to IHG One Rewards. Send us your membership number with the enquiry.
Personal luxury travel adviceOur travel advisors personally accompany your booking – 365 days a year, from the first offer to late check-out. Reach the suitespot VIP service via email or WhatsApp.Phone: +49 30 81452346 · hotel@suitespot.comOne difference remains.
• The Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen adds a welcome gift.
Earn points & use your status in San José
Most properties in this selection earn with Marriott Bonvoy. Booking through suitespot costs you neither points nor an elite night: the rate settles as a direct rate and your status is still recognised. Here is what is available in San José:
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
| Program | Hotels | Examples in San José |
|---|---|---|
| IHG One Rewards | 1 hotel | InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú |
| Marriott Bonvoy | 1 hotel | Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen |
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Frequently asked questions about luxury hotels in San José
How many luxury hotels in San José does suitespot offer?
Two: the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen in Belén and the InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú in Escazú.
What does a night at a 5-star hotel in San José cost?
175 € at the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen and 178 € at the InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú – 3 euros apart.
Which is the best luxury hotel in San José?
Your points account decides. The Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen credits Marriott Bonvoy and is the only one with suites. The InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú pays into IHG One Rewards.
Is there a suite in San José?
Yes, at the Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen: five of its 20 categories are suites, among them a Master Suite and a Presidential Suite.
Do I earn points at both hotels in San José?
Yes, but in different programmes: Marriott Bonvoy at the Marriott, IHG One Rewards at the InterContinental.
Are the hotels in downtown San José?
No. The Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen stands in Belén towards the airport, the InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú in Escazú. Our travel advisors work out the journeys for your dates.
Is there a minimum stay in San José?
No. At both hotels the suitespot benefits apply from the first night.
When is the best time to visit San José?
From December to April in the dry season, and from May to November for green mornings with rain in the afternoon.
Which is the most expensive hotel in San José?
The most expensive hotel in San José is InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall Escazú, with rates from 178 € a night. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen has the lowest entry price at 174 €.
