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Hostal Del Este Santa Fe

Hostal Del Este Santa Fe
1.5 star property
Dolorosa
4.4 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"I am very very disappointed in this hostel. There were no actual door locks. The property is old and not in good repair and worst of all is that my mattress smelled very strongly of cat urine. Really! They tried to cover it up by hanging a toilet bowl sanitizer on the wall of the room. I removed it because the fumes were overwhelming. Also... they rent rooms by the hour! Yikes. It was the worst experience for me in a hotel/hostel, and I am a world wide traveller and often opt for...
United States
Julie
The price is CA $37
CA $42 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Hostal Del Este Santa Fe
Property entrance

Poas Volcano Lodge

Poas Volcano Lodge
3.5 star property
27.3 km from Dolorosa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (553 reviews)
"This resort far exceeded any expectations we had, the views are spectacular and the vibe is very White Lotus, you will not be disappointed "
Canada
JOHN
The price is CA $127
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Poas Volcano Lodge
Bar (on property)

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
4.0 star property
21.5 km from Dolorosa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, great staff"
United States
ANDRES
The price is CA $245
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
3.0 star property
12.9 km from Dolorosa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (295 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Agustin
The price is CA $145
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Exterior

Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn
3.0 star property
17.4 km from Dolorosa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (701 reviews)
"Authentic, friendly and quaint"
United States
Jane
The price is CA $133
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Trapp Family Country Inn
Restaurant

Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
14.9 km from Dolorosa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,411 reviews)
"Close to the airport and great breakfast!"
United States
Claudia
The price is CA $133
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Hotel Mango
Exterior

Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel Pibi Boreal
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Dolorosa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (450 reviews)
"Beautiful property close to the airport. The hosts were very kind and welcoming."
United States
Laura
The price is CA $105
CA $119 total
includes taxes & fees
May 2 - May 3
Hotel Pibi Boreal
Exterior

Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel
3.5 star property
18.5 km from Dolorosa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (670 reviews)
"Staff is friendly and hotel is as described!"
United States
KARELLE
The price is CA $93
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Brillasol Airport Hotel
Front of property

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
3.0 star property
14.2 km from Dolorosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"This place was a great stay! "
United States
Eva
The price is CA $129
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
May 2 - May 3
El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
3.0 star property
17 km from Dolorosa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (218 reviews)
"We stayed here as a one night stop over on way to Caribbean side. The staff was kind and and friendly. Room was spacious and clean. Bed was comfy. We felt safe and got a good nights rest. Free breakfast was yummy. Would recommend this hotel as a stop over "
Canada
James
The price is CA $114
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
Seasonal outdoor pool

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Dolorosa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (369 reviews)
"It was all excellent very clean rooms love the place great breakfast too "
United States
Nelson
The price is CA $208
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
May 2 - May 3
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Outdoor pool

Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique

Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique
3.0 star property
19.1 km from Dolorosa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Beautiful gardens, good breakfast and quiet for a good night of sleep near the airport."
United States
Adriana
The price is CA $103
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C | Terrace/patio

Villa San Ignacio

Villa San Ignacio
3.5 star property
21.7 km from Dolorosa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (753 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay for one night!"
United States
Marius
The price is CA $88
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Villa San Ignacio
Terrace/patio

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
2.0 star property
17.8 km from Dolorosa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (227 reviews)
"This was a wonderful place to stay. "
United States
Joe
The price is CA $44
CA $50 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Garden

La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Dolorosa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The beds were very comfortable and the restaurant was delightful! "
Canada
Nadine
The price is CA $150
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
La Riviera Hotel B&B
2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5 star property
12.2 km from Dolorosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"resort was really nice."
United States
Kyu Min
The price is CA $251
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
May 2 - May 3
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Terrace/patio

Villazul 2

Villazul 2
4.0 star property
27.7 km from Dolorosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Amazing place! Really enjoyed our stay with the family. Very safe, clean and modern location"
United States
Eli
The price is CA $123
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Villazul 2
Porch

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

Hotel Bougainvillea San José
3.5 star property
5.6 km from Dolorosa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (460 reviews)
"Nice hotel, a bit older, great staff, good location."
United States
roberto
The price is CA $218
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Hotel Bougainvillea San José
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
15.1 km from Dolorosa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,462 reviews)
"Nice pool, good rooms, good breakfast"
United States
Aditya
The price is CA $203
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Free daily continental breakfast

Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
3.0 star property
14.6 km from Dolorosa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"Warm and welcoming reception. Rooms are good. Breakfast was great. Very close to airport, a 5 min ride. Hear some plane traffic overhead, but still highly recommend. "
Canada
Ian
The price is CA $98
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
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Where to stay in Dolorosa

Find the best Dolorosa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline

Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante might not have many top sights, but San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

La California

Check out the restaurants, shopping, and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Theater of Costa Rica.
Photo by Garrett Britton
Open Photo by Garrett Britton

La Sabana

If you're spending some time in La Sabana, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.
Aerial View of La Sabana, rohrmoser, pavas, and Escazu

Pavas

While there might not be top attractions in Pavas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Plaza Itskazú.
Beautiful aerial view go the San Jose Cathedral in Costa Rica

Merced

While visiting Merced, you might make a stop by sights like Mercado Central and Children's Museum.

Top Dolorosa Hotel Reviews

Barceló San José

Barceló San José

8/10 Good
"Great"
Tom 4-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Barceló San José

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Dolorosa?
The best time to go to Dolorosa is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.

During these months, you can expect plenty of sunshine and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for exploring the coffee plantations and enjoying outdoor activities. The weather is generally warm and pleasant, with clear skies superb for sightseeing.

Couples looking for a romantic getaway will appreciate the consistently good weather for activities like hiking through the cloud forests or relaxing by a hotel pool. The dry season ensures your plans won't be disrupted by unexpected downpours.

Families travelling with children will also find the dry season more convenient. The predictable weather makes it easier to plan excursions to local attractions without worrying about rain spoiling the fun.
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