El Ciprés
San José
Popular places to visit

Sabana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Sabana Park, a lovely green space in San José. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

National Stadium of Costa Rica
Catch an event at National Stadium of Costa Rica during your trip to San José. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Parque Viva
Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Central Park
You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

National Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at National Theater during your trip to San José. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

National Museum of Costa Rica
You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner

Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience
El Ciprés Hotel Deals

Barceló San José
Cleaning crew was great, but they would take our towels without giving us new ones. The buffet is also terrible, $25 for canned vegetables, literally. Property is very nice, but it is not in a walkable part of town, you will need to uber 1000%.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
Necesita de urgente modernización. Todo viejo, pasillo con tapetes muy viejos, habitaciones viejas
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Good place to crash for the airport, ok breakfast.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Airport shuttle comes every half hour, and the staff from the airport was very helpful in directing people where to go. Nice big clean room. The only thing I was super disappointed in was the pool. The pool is the smallest pool I’ve ever seen at a hotel. Good thing we were able to use the pool at ...
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
The grounds are very well kept and the pool is fabulous. The room is scantily furnished and seems bare. We had a room with the bed and the TV in the loft. The front desk kept pushing taxis as the best mode of transportation and would not provide information on the public bus system.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Friendly staff, excellent service, Bar 10 is 10/10.
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Ciprés

Santa Teresa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Teresa and surrounding area, you can visit Mercado Central and Plaza de la Cultura.

Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.

Carmen
If you're spending some time in Carmen, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Merced
While visiting Merced, you might make a stop by sights like Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón.

