Your stay in San José should feel like this

A tropical garden guesthouse in San José, Costa Rica — 20 minutes from the airport, steps from La Sabana Park.

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Casa Jardín del Mango is a boutique guesthouse in San José, Costa Rica — a tropical garden retreat in Sabana Norte.

The warm and welcoming people at Casa Jardín del Mango made my experience truly remarkable. I loved the outdoor area and the feeling of being in nature. The garden is so uniquely and beautifully curated. Truly such a pleasure."

Daniel - Booking.com

A Guesthouse in San José That Feels Like Home

Our House, Your House

Casa Jardín del Mango is a boutique guesthouse in Sabana Norte — one of San José's safest and most walkable neighborhoods. Whether you're landing in Costa Rica for the first time, heading out on an adventure, or simply need a comfortable base in the capital — in any case, this is your place. In addition to private rooms and a fully-equipped kitchen, you'll find entertainment areas and a team that responds within the hour.

We're surrounded by a lush tropical garden with a mango tree and fish ponds — a calm, green escape you won't find in a typical city hotel. Private rooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, entertainment areas, and a team that responds within the hour. Come as a guest, leave as a friend.

AMENITIES

Everything You Need, Just Like Home

Tropical Garden & Fish Ponds

Unwind in our lush open garden with mango tree and fish ponds

Pet Friendly

Up to 2 well-behaved pets welcome

High-Speed WiFi

Fast, reliable internet throughout the property

Fully-Equipped Kitchen

Shared kitchen with everything you need for a home-cooked meal

Indoor Parking

Limited spaces available, advance reservation required

Entertainment Areas

60" smart TV, PS4, ping pong, foosball and more

Yoga & Exercise Area

Practice indoors or out in the garden — your choice

Luggage Storage

Store your bags before check-in or after check-out

Your Gateway to Costa Rica

San José isn't just a stopover

it's the perfect base to explore one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet. From our door, you're close to everything.

Nearby

Destinations

  • Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO)18 km (~20 min by car)
  • La Sabana Metropolitan Park1 block (2 min walk)
  • National Stadium500 m (7 min walk)
  • Costa Rican Art Museum500 m (7 min walk)
  • Poás Volcano45 km (~1 hr)
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest167 km (~2.5 hrs)
  • Manuel Antonio Beach160 km (~2.5 hrs)
  • Arenal Volcano140 km (~2.5 hrs)
  • Caribbean Coast (Puerto Viejo)160 km (~2.5 hrs)
  • Guanacaste Beaches250 km (~3.5 hrs)

What Our Guests Say

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4.6
Based on 237 reviews
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greivin vasquez
4 days ago
Excellent experience, as everyone in Costa Rica was very, very friendly. The garden is like something out of a fairytale, great location, and everything was very clean.
Everything was great, it's a lovely place to relax and the price is super affordable.
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Ian Cárdenas
2 months ago
I really liked it for the value. Very welcoming. They waited for me to arrive from the airport until 1 a.m., which I greatly appreciated.

The only thing I would ask the place to address is the issue of insects. There were a lot of ants in the room, but that's understandable since it's in a garden; even so, I give it 5 stars.

I will definitely return. ⭐️🥭
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Marysia Gonzalez
3 months ago
Best place to rest your head in CR. Feels like home. Beautiful garden space with a taste of CR nature. Hospitable and relaxed vibe. Unbeatable location. Gracias!
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Kari Green
3 months ago
We loved our (1 night) stay here coming through SAN Jose! Safe neighborhood, and the property is so cool! Great character with good, clean public spaces and well stocked shared kitchen. The garden itself is beautiful and a great place for a morning coffee under the mango tree with fountains, turtles and fish! Lovely experience and great host. Would come back again and again for a sanctuary space within the city 💚
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Ken Blakeman
3 months ago
Nice little hidden guesthouse in a convenient, safe location, very friendly and helpful staff (shout out to Quétu and César). Secluded garden is a peaceful oasis where you can have your coffee or tea (included) and your own breakfast (not included) on your little deck, listening to the cascading fountain with turtles and koi. It’s perfect for guests not looking for an impersonal chain hotel, but rather, a place that feels more like you’re staying at a friend’s house. Decent price too.
This place is a gem and a delight. I have traveled a lot in Central America and this is the best affordable city guest house/hostel/hotel I've been to. Incredible quality for value. I agree with other reviewers who said this feels like staying at a friend's house.

The garden is gorgeous and so relaxing, a peaceful tropical oasis with birds singing and fish swimming in the ponds, even turtles sunning themselves. I mean, turtles. Yeah.

Rooms are clean and comfortable with comfy beds, and there is a lot of common space with outdoor dining areas, BBQ, a big living room with TV, dining area, gym/workout space, and a full shared kitchen.

Staff were incredibly kind and helpful about moving my reservation last minute, twice, and free of charge when there was a crazy snowstorm in the US that kept delaying my flights.

Will be recommending this place to my friends and family as the #1 place to stay in San Jose.
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Frank Nalevaiko
4 months ago
inexpensive, I used this place and location for my final night in San Jose before my next days flight. The rooms are dated, but for the cost you should not have high expectations.
this is not a luxury resort spot, it serves its purpose, Maria and the other staff members were very helpful and accommodating. The Moose restaurant suggested by Maria was very good (small) used the place for breakfast, order the espresso, their regular coffee is on the weak side.
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R Yen
6 months ago
Our family of three stayed for two nights. The garden was beautiful, the environment was lovely, and our baby crawled around happily and safely on the floor. The staff and owner were very friendly. The room and beds were comfortable, clean, and tidy. The kitchen was spacious, and the dining area was very relaxing! We would definitely stay here again if we come back to Super Junior.

Our location

Sabana Norte — Safe, Central & Walkable

We're located in Sabana Norte, one of San José's oldest and most charming neighborhoods — quiet, safe, and surrounded by embassies, restaurants, supermarkets, and green spaces.

Just one block from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Costa Rica's largest urban park, and a short walk from the National Stadium and the Costa Rican Art Museum. Downtown San José is 30 minutes on foot, and the international airport is just 20 minutes by car.

It's the perfect base — whether you're exploring the city, attending a medical appointment, working remotely, or simply resting before your next destination.

Our other properties

Need More Space or Privacy?

We manage two other properties in Sabana Norte — find the one that fits your needs.

714 Studios

Fully-equipped studios and apartments for short and long-term stays — ideal for remote workers, medical visitors, and extended stays. One block from Casa Jardín del Mango, with full access to our garden and common areas.

Sabana Studios

Private rooms, studios and apartments 100 meters from La Sabana Park. Flexible options for every budget and stay length, with access to the amenities of Casa Jardín del Mango.

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