Title: The 10 Best Hotels Near Simon Bolivar Zoo, San José from CA $59 | Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Simon Bolivar Zoo hotels

![Studio Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119940000/119939400/119939366/aa6b84a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119940000/119939400/119939366/c94f73be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119940000/119939400/119939366/67f19a06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119940000/119939400/119939366/8ef1bbc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Viajero San José Hostel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Viajero-San-Jose-Hostel.h119939366.Hotel-Information)

0.3 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.8/10

Exceptional

(9)

"Amazing and very helpful staff. Located in a safe neighborhood. Private room was clean and comfortable."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Pierre

CA $55

CA $62 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 21 - Dec 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Viajero-San-Jose-Hostel.h119939366.Hotel-Information)

![Coffee service](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20170000/20165700/20165640/4093bb25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20170000/20165700/20165640/6e70dcf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20170000/20165700/20165640/87803f6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily continental breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20170000/20165700/20165640/716ae7c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Casa 69

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Casa-69.h20165640.Hotel-Information)

La California, 1 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.4/10

Exceptional

(280)

"The host was very friendly and the breakfast was custom made. It was delicious made the stay a bargain and a pleasure."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Mary Jane

CA $76

CA $86 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 23 - Dec 24

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Casa-69.h20165640.Hotel-Information)

![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/9fceaf98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Apartment, 2 Queen Beds | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/56949293.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Gym](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/dcaf3448.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67560000/67550900/67550811/9d93a1ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### BEE Suites San Jose - Escalante

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-The-Train-Apartments-Barrio-Escalante.h67550811.Hotel-Information)

Barrio Escalante, 1 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.2/10

Wonderful

(227)

"Clean place, modern, safe, and easy walking to bars, eateries, and small shops! Will be my go to spot in San Jose next trip!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

James

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-The-Train-Apartments-Barrio-Escalante.h67550811.Hotel-Information)

![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1310000/1304400/1304395/d07d1c80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1310000/1304400/1304395/a498fb45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1310000/1304400/1304395/d06d223c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1310000/1304400/1304395/85968a79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Hotel-Paseo-Las-Damas.h1304395.Hotel-Information)

Carmen, 0.7 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1003)

"Very nice and helpful staff. Took care of all our needs "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

David

CA $130

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 29 - Dec 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Hotel-Paseo-Las-Damas.h1304395.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/994400/994383/w1024h680x0y0-72f4b35d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/994400/994383/dff08745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/994400/994383/2daed131.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/994400/994383/1c83537e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Grano de Oro

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Grano-De-Oro.h994383.Hotel-Information)

San Bosco, 2.4 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.6/10

Exceptional

(1003)

"Wonderful building, a special atmosphere in the restaurant and safe location of the hotel. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Olena

CA $273

CA $309 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Grano-De-Oro.h994383.Hotel-Information)

![International cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15800/15745/2c87efba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily buffet breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15800/15745/f72c53bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15800/15745/301c16d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15800/15745/c25807be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Gran-Hotel-Costa-Rica.h15745.Hotel-Information)

Carmen, 0.8 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.2/10

Wonderful

(728)

"Very nice hotel, good stay."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kalvin

CA $191

CA $216 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Gran-Hotel-Costa-Rica.h15745.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/65100/65015/8813efac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Concierge desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/65100/65015/610121dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/65100/65015/3a445eaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/65100/65015/7c49f88f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Santo Tomas Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Santo-Tomas-Historical-Property.h65015.Hotel-Information)

Carmen, 0.5 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.8/10

Excellent

(1006)

"Very friendly hotel, its manager, and the staff!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Sergiy

CA $86

CA $98 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 29 - Dec 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Santo-Tomas-Historical-Property.h65015.Hotel-Information)

![The Apex](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1130000/1127000/1126992/972f1ae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1130000/1127000/1126992/690dac04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1130000/1127000/1126992/ced67a44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1130000/1127000/1126992/1b2629f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Presidente

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Presidente.h1126992.Hotel-Information)

Catedral, 0.8 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1004)

"Comfy beds, Clean Rooms and the breakfast was good."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Andre

CA $157

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Presidente.h1126992.Hotel-Information)

![Monteverde](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38200000/38197000/38196914/60a15b98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38200000/38197000/38196914/e0a10fb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38200000/38197000/38196914/75613908.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38200000/38197000/38196914/7477f167.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Eco Stay CR

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Eco-Stay-CR.h38196914.Hotel-Information)

Catedral, 1.3 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.2/10

Wonderful

(15)

"The property was very well organized and made from recycled material! The rooms were clean and the staff very friendly. And the breakfast was amazing. My family of 11 enjoyed our stay immensely!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Eco-Stay-CR.h38196914.Hotel-Information)

![Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100990000/100985300/100985291/df34f969.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100990000/100985300/100985291/d792c6c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100990000/100985300/100985291/d01ac8e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100990000/100985300/100985291/f0b03e09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lolas

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Lolas.h100985291.Hotel-Information)

Chinatown, 1.3 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.2/10

Wonderful

(45)

"."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Inyeop

CA $30

CA $59 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Lolas.h100985291.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48100/48087/74e139d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48100/48087/b1db02c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48100/48087/ba0c05e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48100/48087/3872fdce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Radisson-San-Jose-Costa-Rica.h48087.Hotel-Information)

0.7 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.8/10

Excellent

(1155)

"Everything was outstanding since the moment we arrived we knew that it was going to be a great experience!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Anthony

CA $190

CA $214 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Radisson-San-Jose-Costa-Rica.h48087.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1691000/1690950/b9347ff5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1691000/1690950/f9dd169e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1691000/1690950/415c2a75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1691000/1690950/w3022h2031x0y0-d195d59c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Taormina Hotel and Casino 

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Taormina-Hotel-And-Casino.h1690950.Hotel-Information)

Amón, 0.4 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.6/10

Excellent

(858)

"Great staff, clean rooms, nice amenities"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Vincent

CA $126

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Taormina-Hotel-And-Casino.h1690950.Hotel-Information)

![Panoramic Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21130000/21122400/21122314/2b8c9054.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Panoramic Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21130000/21122400/21122314/108eb57c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21130000/21122400/21122314/973677c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21130000/21122400/21122314/e7b987bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Castillo

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Castillo.h21122314.Hotel-Information)

Amón, 0.3 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.8/10

Excellent

(25)

"Good food options."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Donald

CA $179

CA $280 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Castillo.h21122314.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13423800/13423763/4684893a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13423800/13423763/a6e5a314.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Coffee shop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13423800/13423763/ad3f684f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Coffee shop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13430000/13423800/13423763/101c1dad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Apartotel Tairona

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Apartotel-Tairona.h13423763.Hotel-Information)

1.8 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

9.0/10

Wonderful

(119)

"Hotel is good, but old, staffs are nice and friendly."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Weijun

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Apartotel-Tairona.h13423763.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12860000/12851100/12851062/7480b4bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12860000/12851100/12851062/fe9cf3f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12860000/12851100/12851062/f8f38371.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12860000/12851100/12851062/0b5fc562.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Sportsmens-Lodge-Adults-Only.h12851062.Hotel-Information)

0.2 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.6/10

Excellent

(358)

"Friendly staff, clean room, great food .. and the desserts !!!!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

David

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Sportsmens-Lodge-Adults-Only.h12851062.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6800000/6796600/6796515/cb57e161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6800000/6796600/6796515/feb59d47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6800000/6796600/6796515/f29f2c40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6800000/6796600/6796515/00bbec81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Dunn Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Dunn-Inn.h6796515.Hotel-Information)

Amón, 0.4 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.6/10

Excellent

(618)

"Great place to stay, clean, quiet and great staff"

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Restaurant Equipment

CA $137

CA $155 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Dunn-Inn.h6796515.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44320000/44318900/44318807/1322170a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Hotel Cultura Plaza

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Carmen, 0.8 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.6/10

Excellent

(460)

"It was very clean,close to everything walking distance. Very well kept rooms. And free breakfast for the price was a plus"

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luz

CA $110

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 22 - Dec 23

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![Breakfast and dinner served, international cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1660800/1660770/7f2be40a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Hotel La Amistad

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Carmen, 0.2 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.4/10

Very good

(102)

"Nice stay"

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Russell

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### Hotel Majestad

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Amón, 0.6 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.6/10

Excellent

(17)

"Wonderful staff and great location in San Jose"

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Alexandra

CA $155

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

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### D Sabana Hotel San José

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San Bosco, 2.3 km from Simon Bolivar Zoo

8.8/10

Excellent

(1001)

"Friendly staff and full breakfast 😍👍"

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Minaz

CA $130

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 21 - Dec 22

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## Top Simon Bolivar Zoo Hotel Reviews

![Santo Tomas Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/65100/65015/48ac5006_y.jpg)

### Santo Tomas Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I really like it I asked to check in early as possible because I was earlier they let me get into the room before the time check in they were curious the program at the room . Room was room was good breakfast was was good also they have some choices and a staff was nice ."

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![Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48100/48087/dec19573_y.jpg)

### Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Radisson San José was a great experience overall. The hotel is about a 20-minute walk from downtown, which made it easy for us to explore the city on foot each day. It offers exactly what you would expect from a city hotel, including plenty of parking and convenient access to main areas."

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Radisson-San-Jose-Costa-Rica.h48087.Hotel-Information)

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### Hotel Cultura Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Walkable to main attractions of the city. Great location. Hotel must be newly renovated so my room and the bathroom are very nice. Breakfast is very good too. I highly recommend this hotel to other travelers. "

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![Urban Green Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68220000/68218600/68218522/6e74068c_y.jpg)

### Urban Green Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Nice accommodation. "

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![Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12860000/12851100/12851062/7480b4bf_y.jpg)

### Sportsmens Lodge - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptional "

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![Taormina Hotel and Casino ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1691000/1690950/f9dd169e_y.jpg)

### Taormina Hotel and Casino 

10/10 Excellent

"Nice room and kind staff! Good price and location to walk everywhere. I’m a single woman and there was definitely some… “adult” only activity going on here. However, no one bothered me and the hotel was a good stay nonetheless despite the activity lol. "

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![Hotel Presidente](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1130000/1127000/1126992/364e9fcb_y.jpg)

### Hotel Presidente

10/10 Excellent

"The room was amazing. The whole hotel was even better than we expected. Great staff and insane views of the city!"

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Jose-Hotels-Hotel-Presidente.h1126992.Hotel-Information)

![Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15800/15745/659b0e88_y.jpg)

### Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Room clean and the staff were very courteous and helpful. Jose Picado (bellhop) and Mauricio (at the bar and restaurant) went above and beyond and are credit to your staff. On the morning of our departure, Mr. Picado walked us two blocks away to help us with our Uber ride which could not access the hotel due to a marathon."

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![Viajero San José Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119940000/119939400/119939366/c6443e18_y.jpg)

### Viajero San José Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Great property - inside/outside feel to it Super helpful team, particularly Karin Very clean Comfortable beds Walkable to barrio escalante "

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## Hotels near other Simon Bolivar Zoo attractions

### Parque Espana

After visiting Parque Espana, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area. 

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### Spirogyra Butterfly Garden

4.3/5 (180 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Spirogyra Butterfly Garden during your travels in San Francisco. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area. 

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### TEOR/éTica

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in TEOR/éTica during your trip to San José. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. 

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### Galería Andrómeda

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Galería Andrómeda during your trip to San José. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area. 

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### Edificio Metálico

You can learn about the history of San José with a stop at Edificio Metálico. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area. 

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### National Center of Art and Culture

4.2/5 (262 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Center of Art and Culture in San José. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area. 

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### Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art and Design during your travels in San José. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area. 

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### Templo de Música

After visiting Templo de Música, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San José. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area, or seek out the local tours. 

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