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Travel insights for holiday rentals in San José

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a holiday 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 October (€38). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San José is March (€430).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in San José?

The cheapest day to stay in San José is Monday (€42). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is €193.

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 €12 per night.

Cheapest holiday 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 €35 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 9 June 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest holiday rentals available in San José for the selected dates. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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Monteverde, Costa Rica
4.3 km from city centre
€35
Avg. per night
San José, Costa Rica
3.5 km from city centre
€39
Avg. per night
Uvita, Costa Rica
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€46
Avg. per night
Jacó, Costa Rica
0.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€65
Avg. per night
Tigra, Costa Rica
3.6 km from city centre
€77
Avg. per night
San Gerardo de Dota, Costa Rica
2.1 km from city centre
€87
Avg. per night
Puerto Jiménez, Costa Rica
21.0 km from city centre
€91
Avg. per night
Agujitas de Drake, Costa Rica
4.3 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
€93
Avg. per night
Nosara, Costa Rica
4.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€114
Avg. per night
Turrubares, Costa Rica
33.8 km from city centre
€118
Avg. per night
Tortuguero, Costa Rica
1.0 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
€142
Avg. per night
Puerto Jiménez, Costa Rica
16.5 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
€389
Avg. per night
Sarchí, Costa Rica
13.3 km from city centre
€529
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San José, San José Province

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in San José, San José Province. There are 720 hotels in San José, San José Province and price data was last updated on 9 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in San José, San José Province is €127/night.
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San José, Costa Rica
37.4 km from city centre
€95
Avg. per night
Avenida 48A, San José, Costa Rica
8.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€45
Avg. per night
Calle 27A Edificio Dos Plantas, San José, Costa Rica
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€39
Avg. per night
Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, Costa Rica
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€9
Avg. per night
San Antonio de Belen Ciudad Cariari, San José, Costa Rica
8.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€112
Avg. per night
Route 27, San José, Costa Rica
6.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€108
Avg. per night
Forum 2 Business Park, San José, Costa Rica
11.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€97
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 9 June 2025.
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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 9 June 2025.
  • How much does a holiday rental in San José cost?

    The average cost for a holiday rental in San José is €127/night. A good holiday rental deal in San José would be for €83/night or less. The cheapest rental deal found recently by our users was €10/night. If you’re flexible with your travel dates, then try to avoid booking March, the most expensive month of the year. Booking May is the cheapest month to book a holiday rental in San José.

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

    The best neighbourhood to stay in San José is Carmen, according to our user data. 99% of our users who looked for holiday rentals in San José searched for properties in the Carmen area. If you’re also interested in booking a holiday rental in Carmen, consider the Bee Suites San José - Escalante - the neighbourhood’s most popular rental property.

  • Are there any Aparthotel holiday rentals in San José?

    There are 11 holiday rentals in San José that fall under the Aparthotel category, the most popular is Cando Living Apartments in Central Avenue.