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El Silencio Lodge and Spa
"Magical slice of heaven in the most beautiful place. Wonderful warm staff, amazing food and caring management. If you want to disconnect from the world and watch nature in peace and quiet, this is the place to be. Can’t wait to go back again! Special shoutout to Didier, Jose, Oskar, Christopher, ..."
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026
Villa San Ignacio
"The staff were so hospitable and nice! The breakfast that was included was ok. The beds were hard, which some of my family had a hard time sleeping. But overall the property is so beautiful and clean! If you have a 1 night stay, this place is perfect!"
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol
Hotel Punta Leona
Santa Lucia Jungle Hacienda, Costa Rica, Autograph Collection®
The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa
Hotel Aeropuerto
Hotel Cayuga
San Mateo Hotel & Travel Guide\n
You won't find many places to stay on Travelocity in or around downtown San Mateo. We recommend you book early if you want to stay close to the action.
A good choice amongst only a few rooms within 2 miles (3 kilometers) from the business district of San Mateo, is the Hotel Iguana Verde.
Check out the Zephyr Palace or the Stay in Costa Rica. The Zephyr Palace is 20 miles (32 kilometers) from the heart of San Mateo. The Stay in Costa Rica, is situated just 20 miles (33 kilometers) away. Alternate hotels and apartment options are the El Silencio Lodge and Spa and the Macaw Lodge an Authentic Ecolodge.
If you have time left, you could travel to other places in the Central Valley region. Travel through Central Valley's ruins, art museums and nature museums. Anyone with a love for the outdoors should take the time to enjoy its rural landscapes, forests and mountains. Popular pastimes in this particular part of Costa Rica include hiking.
Alajuela is 20 miles (34 kilometers) to the east of San Mateo and is where you'll find Central Park and Zoo Ave. Alajuela hotel establishments include the Xandari Resort And Spa and Pura Vida Retreat & Spa. 25 miles (44 kilometers) to the east of San Mateo, you'll also find Heredia, which features the Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall and Costa Rica Marriott Hotel San Jose. While in Heredia, make sure you visit the Walk of Flowers Mall and Universidad Nacional.
During your holiday, spend a few hours enjoying the spectacle with local sports obsessives at a local game. You'll find Saprissa Stadium 30 miles (50 kilometers) to the east of San Mateo. Any sports fans that hope to find a Travelocity-listed hotel near to the action can choose from the Hotel Grano de Oro or the Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici.
If you are planning on flying through Juan Santamaria International Airport, you may plan to book some accommodation at Hampton Inn and Suites San Jose Airport, or Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, both of which are a short trip away.
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Recent San Mateo hotel reviews by fellow wanderers
El Silencio Lodge and Spa
"Magical slice of heaven in the most beautiful place. Wonderful warm staff, amazing food and caring management. If you want to disconnect from the world and watch nature in peace and quiet, this is the place to be. Can’t wait to go back again! Special shoutout to Didier, Jose, Oskar, Christopher, you all are amazing! Thank you!"
