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Apartotel Don Francisco

Apartotel Don Francisco
3.0 star property
San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (104 reviews)
"Clean room, quite, very complete kitchen and private parking. Excellent price for Escazu. Very happy with my stay, i wil stay there again"
United States
Kristina
The price is €46
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Apartotel Don Francisco

Out of Bounds Hotel

Out of Bounds Hotel
3.0 star property
San Rafael
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (171 reviews)
"Driveway was a bit tricky, but the room was great, the view was spectacular and the staff was very friendly."
United States
Barbara
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Out of Bounds Hotel

Posada El Quijote

Posada El Quijote
3.0 star property
San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (346 reviews)
"Stayed for a week at this hotel, Very nice view of the city by the pool, staff was super helpful. Close to everything. "
United States
Jesus
Posada El Quijote

Casa 41

Casa 41
3.5 star property
San Rafael
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Beautiful property and nice friendly staff!!"
United States
Terry
The price is €210
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Casa 41

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
4.5 star property
San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (307 reviews)
"Enjoyed my staying at the Hyatt "
United States
Jaime
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
4.0 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel to spend the night!"
United States
Rossy
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (976 reviews)
"Great location, courteous staff"
Canada
Yves Frantz Junior Jean
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean and spacious The breakfast was really good"
United States
Marianela
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (741 reviews)
"Clean, great location and good breakfast"
United States
Kiranmayi
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
3.5 star property
San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (403 reviews)
"Great location, quiet, clean rooms. "
United States
Timothy
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
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When is the best time for a budget trip to San Rafael?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to San Rafael, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, June, September and August, with each month seeing an average of 650 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Rafael?
You won't need to spend a fortune to take advantage of things to see and do in San Rafael. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with activities that are easy on the wallet. Check out the local culture at Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater, or visit other spots like National Museum of Costa Rica.
How can I get to San Rafael and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in San Rafael can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 2 mi (3.2 km) away from the centre in San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.), located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) away. San Rafael might not have very many public transport choices so renting a car could be an economical alternative to see more of the area.