La California Travel Guide
San José
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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 galleries.
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 in 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 make plans for a show at National Theater on 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 exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in La California
Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center
This place is horrible and has no customer service! Would not recommend this place to anyone. I fell and nobody said sorry asked if I was ok or offered a dr. I was told a manager would talk with me today at 10 then they are in meetings all day. Now they have to send in a request for possibly gettin ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Barceló San José
It’s a dated hotel in need of an update. My room was right out of the 80’s and while it was high end dark wood and marble just know. The inclusive breakfast was great but the restaurant at dinner was not. Pretty grounds and pool area
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Clean property and welcoming staff.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Clean, Friendly, good breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Excellent as always. Make sure you ask for a room with workspace if you need it - some of the smaller rooms don’t have desks.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
Staff were excellent, unfortunately except for the coffee shop, we found the restaurant food very mundane and overpriced. Steak House and sushi restaurant offerings require some TLC
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La California
Carmen
While visiting Carmen, you might make a stop by sights like Casa Amarilla and National Center of Art and Culture.
Barrio Escalante
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Museum of Costa Rica.
Catedral
If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Amón
If you're spending some time in Amón, Casa Amarilla and TEOR/éTica are top sights worth seeing.
Zapote
Though Zapote may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Pedro Mall and Multiplaza del Este Mall.
Santa Teresa
While there might not be top attractions in Santa Teresa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Spirogyra Butterfly Garden and Casa Amarilla.
