Unique short-term rental apartments in the very center of downtown San José, Costa Rica. Private spaces with self check-in, elevator access, kitchens, and the convenience of a central location for exploring the capital.
Discover City Loft, a collection of private short-term rental apartments and studios on the third floor of a renovated building in the heart of Downtown San José. Each offers privacy, self check-in, and everything you need for a comfortable city stay.
Secure lockbox and personal access code. Arrive independently anytime.
All units on the third floor of a renovated building with elevator.
Your own lockable unit — not a shared room.
Full or mini kitchen with microwave and refrigerator.
Available in many units for comfortable nights.
Reliable internet for work or streaming.
Security guard from 9 PM and cameras in common areas.
Walk to museums, theaters, markets, parks and restaurants.
Stay at City Loft and discover San José’s main attractions just minutes from your apartment. Museums, the National Theater, markets, parks and more are within easy reach during the day.
Housed in the historic Bellavista Fortress, this museum traces Costa Rica’s story from pre-Columbian times through the colonial era and early republic. Features a butterfly garden and marks from the 1948 civil war. The country’s military was abolished here in 1949.
Opened in 1897 and funded by a coffee export tax, this neoclassical landmark is Costa Rica’s premier performing arts venue. Marble interiors, allegorical paintings including the famous coffee-and-bananas mural, and guided tours make it a cultural icon facing Plaza de la Cultura.
The cultural heart of the city, home to the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum beneath the plaza. Ideal starting point for exploring downtown on foot alongside the National Theater.
Bustling indoor market for local food, produce and souvenirs. Perfect for a casual lunch of gallo pinto or casado. Nearby artisan markets offer handmade crafts.
Underground museum beneath Plaza de la Cultura with an extraordinary collection of gold artifacts from 500 BC to 1500 AD.
World’s largest collection of American jade, with five floors of pre-Columbian artifacts and interactive displays.
Welcome to City Loft, conveniently located in the historic and cultural heart of Downtown San José, Costa Rica. Our central location puts you close to the capital’s top museums, landmarks, restaurants, cafés, shopping and transportation.
Exterior of the City Loft building in downtown San José. Self check-in via lockbox; elevator to the third floor.
See how close City Loft is to San José’s top attractions. Many downtown destinations are within easy walking distance during the day.
Choose your apartment above and continue to Airbnb for live availability, pricing, house rules and secure payment. City Loft does not take direct bookings on this website.
Choose an apartment$22 USD per night per vehicle. Reserve and pay in advance through Airbnb. Covers 3:00 PM to 11:00 AM next morning. Garage access 7:00 AM–3:00 AM. Park only in spaces marked “CITY LOFT – 3rd Floor / 3er Piso.”
Busy and noisy urban area. Convenient by day; we recommend using Uber or taxis after dark rather than walking at night.
The loft sleeping area is accessible only by ladder. Guests must be comfortable climbing a ladder.