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Highest-rated hotelIves Hotel – 4.6
Average 4-star hotel price$90 per night

How to find the best hotel deals in Costa Rica

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How to find the best hotel deal in Costa Rica

  • Want to find hotel deals as effortlessly as you book flights? Our award-winning search can do it all. Here's how you can save time and money when searching for your Costa Rica hotel.

  • The earlier you book, the better. You're more likely to score a cheaper rate on a Costa Rica hotel and have more options to choose from when you plan in advance.

  • That said, booking at the last minute can work in your favor. Some places drop their rates a day or two ahead of check-in to keep rooms from sitting empty.

  • Another secret trick to finding cheaper hotels? Being flexible. If your plans aren't locked in, change up your travel dates and discover just how much you can save.

  • Find accommodation options with free cancellation and have more control over your booking. You can amend or cancel your stay without fees if your travel dates shift or you spot a better offer.

Where to stay in Costa Rica

Central Costa Rica

  • Choose the city center and you'll never be far from your next adventure. Take your pick of these accommodation options that keep you near the can't-miss attractions in central Costa Rica.

  • Ives Hotel sets you up to explore with ease. Around 1 mile away, it's a sought-after stay near Cachoeira Salto Majestoso.

When to go to Costa Rica

  • The weather often decides when it's best to go. If you prefer warmer conditions, September tends to deliver with temperatures that reach up to 99ºF.

  • The coolest month is July. Expect lows of 57ºF.

  • For the best chance of sunshine, search for Costa Rica hotels during July. With an average of one day of rain, this is the driest month.

  • The wettest time of year is December. Travel then and you'll likely get around 22 days of rainfall.

Finding cheap hotels in Costa Rica: FAQs

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Costa Rica with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course, the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $32 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $88 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $70 per night, and the average price on weekends is $70. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Costa Rica could be Wednesday.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Wednesday is the cheapest day to stay in Costa Rica, and the most expensive day seems to be Monday.
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Costa Rica is currently around $32 per night, and the cheapest 3-star hotel we've found is $32 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Costa Rica is currently around $94 per night, and the cheapest 4-star hotel we've found is $88 per night.
Get your morning laps in at Ives Hotel.