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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cariari San Jose - Costa Rica

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cariari San Jose - Costa Rica is one of the stays around San Rafael, scoring 4.2/5 across 1,965 reviews on Tripadvisor, about 31 km from the mapped city center, listed at Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa District, Heredia.

4.2 Tripadvisor (1,965 reviews) 31 km from center

Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa District, Heredia

4.2/5 Guest score
1,965 Reviews
31 km From city center
5-7 days days Typical stay
18 Hotels listed

Ranked #9 of 18 by guest score · #8 closest to the mapped city center.

Best time in San Rafael is typically December to April — guides often suggest around 5-7 days days — the mapped sights feel spread.

About

Enjoy a warm welcome to DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari San Jose in Costa Rica with a signature warm chocolate chip cookie. Conveniently located only five minutes from Juan Santamaria International Airport, this San Jose hotel is a haven in the capital city of the country and the perfect location for your leisure or business trip. It is also a great place to start exploring the country or to relax before returning home. Surrounded by beautiful lush gardens, the DoubleTree Cariari hotel in San Jose is within walking distance of Cariari Country Club Golf Course and shopping area.

Amenities

  • Pool
  • Fitness center
  • Bar
  • Spa

Sights near this hotel

Mapped places from the San Rafael guide, ranked by distance from this stay.

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Stay tips for San Rafael

Pulled from this destination’s travel tips — useful when choosing an area or planning evenings.

  • Book accommodations and activities in advance during the high season

  • Pack lightweight and breathable clothing for the hot weather

  • Carry a raincoat or umbrella during the rainy season

  • Try local cuisine like gallo pinto and casado

  • Learn some basic Spanish phrases for easier communication

More tips on the city page

Recent reviews

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  • Corine F 3.0/5 Jun 22, 2026

    Walking into the room felt like stepping back into the 1970s—and not in a nostalgic or charming way. The décor was sparse, mismatched, and showed its age, making the room feel tired and overdue for a…

  • Jentraveler1000 5.0/5 Jun 19, 2026

    We stayed at this hotel when arriving late at night to the San Jose airport and the night before we left the country. This hotel was excellent. The staff is professional and helpful. We had two rooms…

  • EC13091 4.0/5 May 11, 2026

    We stayed here twice in April, at the beginning and end of our tour of Costa Rica. It is very convenient to the airport (less than 15 minutes), and its long, low architecture is appealing. Both times…