Pavas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Debbie McLay
Photo by Debbie McLay

Popular places to visit

San Jose featuring forest scenes and mountains

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.

Central Park
Parque Viva

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.

Parque Viva
Morazan Park

Morazan Park

Morazan Park is just one of the places to see in San José, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Morazan Park
National Museum of Costa Rica

National Museum of Costa Rica

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this vibrant area.

National Museum of Costa Rica
National Theater

National Theater

4/5(2 reviews)

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 Theater
Mercado Central

Mercado Central

During your trip to San José, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Mercado Central. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

Mercado Central

Activities

Arenal Volcano Experience Day Trip

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

AU$246
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
Evening Tour Our Bus

Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup

AU$121
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

AU$57
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose
"Vibrant hues and fresh flavors converge at the bustling Borbon Fruit Market, where nature's bounty awaits to tantalize the senses. #MarketMoments #FreshFinds"

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ

AU$209
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
ISLA TORTUGA DESDE SAN JOSÉ
San Jose: Animal Rescue Center Entry with Guided Tour

San Jose: Animal Rescue Center Entry with Guided Tour

AU$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
San Jose: Animal Rescue Center Entry with Guided Tour
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Our pick of the best Pavas Hotel Deals

Hotel Casa Roland San José
Hotel Casa Roland San José
3 out of 5
At the end of Rohrmoser Boulevard, 150 Meters South Pavas, San José, San Jose
The price is AU$112 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (782 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Hotel Casa Roland San José
Jungla Urbana BnB
Jungla Urbana BnB
3.5 out of 5
50 metros oeste de Iglesia Loretto, Casa #3 por ee izquierda, San José, San José
The price is AU$56 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$56
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions National Stadium of Costa Rica and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
"This place is an excellent location for any work you need to do at the US embassy. It is literally a 3 minute safe walk to the embassy. There is a ‘Fresh market’ grocery store around the corner 1 minute walk and a little bar/restaraunt on the corner. We just got Uber eats the night before our Visa ..."

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

Jungla Urbana BnB
Isla Verde Hotel
Isla Verde Hotel
3 out of 5
200 Oeste de la Embajada Americana, San José, San Jose
The price is AU$174 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San José. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (546 reviews)
"It was a very cute and clean place with eating places and markets nearby"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Isla Verde Hotel
Casa Lima Bed & Breakfast
Casa Lima Bed & Breakfast
3 out of 5
From the Humbolt School 175 north, 50 west, number 23 Rohrmoser, San José, San Jose
The price is AU$81 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$81
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly B&B in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (352 reviews)
"Beautiful family owned"

Reviewed on 2 May 2025

Casa Lima Bed & Breakfast
Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY
Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY
3 out of 5
Blvd Rohrmoser, NW Corner of Triangle, San José, San Jose
The price is AU$72 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$72
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (399 reviews)
"The owners and most staff are friendly and helpful. Liz even arranged a private tour for me, since almost all tours require 2 tickets minimum to join, I don't know why?. I'm traveling solo... The private tour cost about the same as 1 ticket. When I wanted to move to a hotel downtown, Liz helped me ..."

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

Colours Oasis Resort ADULT ONLY
BnB Eco Stay
BnB Eco Stay
2 out of 5
Av. 23B, San José, San José
The price is AU$64 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$64
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June
Stay at this B&B in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National Stadium ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"Everyone was very helpful and the place was very clean."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

BnB Eco Stay
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Other neighbourhoods around Pavas

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Rohrmoser

Though Rohrmoser may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Estadio Nacional and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

Rohrmoser
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Uruca

If you're spending some time in Uruca, Amusement Park San Jose and Pueblo Antiguo are top sights worth seeing.

Uruca
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Ciudad Cariari

Ciudad Cariari is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cariari Bowling Center or Cariari Golf Course.

Ciudad Cariari
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Mata Redonda

While visiting Mata Redonda, you might make a stop by sights like National Stadium of Costa Rica and Estadio Nacional.

Mata Redonda
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La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

La Sabana
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Hatillo

Hatillo might not have many top sights, but Sabana Park and Museum of Costa Rican Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hatillo

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