San José
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San José

Costa Rica

Central Valley plateau at 1,170m, ringed by volcanoes.

Why choose San José

3+
Hospitals
2
JCI-accredited
70%
Savings vs US
Moderate-High
Safety rating

Dental and wellness leader with accredited clinics. Eco-tourism recovery. Visa-free for West.

Destination scores

66
Healthcare
65
Safety
71
Cost
83
Accessibility
65
Infrastructure
89
Experience
92
Climate

Practical information

Visa requirements
EU/US/UK: Visa-free 90 days
Best time to visit
December to April
Nearest airport
Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)
Currency
CRC
Time zone
America/Costa_Rica
Climate
Tropical highland: mild 20-27°C, rainy May-November.

Average daily cost

Average daily cost $85
Hotel / night $120
Meal $15

Medical specialties

DentalCosmetic SurgeryBariatric SurgeryCardiacOrthopedicFertilityOphthalmic

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