Hotels with Swim-up Rooms in San Jose

The property was very clean, well kept grounds and furnishings. It has a welcoming home feeling. There is a lovely pool and nicely landscaped flora. It is secured by a electric opening and closing gate. It has an elevator to each floor.

I appreciate the personal and professional attention the owner/hostess gave me. My room was delightful—sliding glass door to balcony with bistro table and chair; small refrig; coffee maker and essential table settings. The room had an overhead fan and tv. A nice-sized closet also boasted a safe for personal items. The views from my room and

I only stayed one night. Everyone staff and other guests were so friendly. I would definitely stay there again.

Wonderful time and excellent service. I will definitely return.

This was a terrific place to stay while having dental work and surgery done. Xinia and her staff are so helpful and kind, the Inn is lovely, comfortable and private. Xinia arranged transportation by Uber to and from my appointments so that I never had to worry about messing up my directions.

The hotel portal colonial is a very nice, family run hotel. The rooms are spacious with air conditioning and a free breakfast. The property is safe, secure and quiet with a pool. It is walking distance to many stores and restaurants. It is a great place to stay.

Hotel portal colonial Is an excellent B&B at a reasonable price. It is very clean and in an excellent neighborhood. It is only a few blocks from fast food restaurants and some reasonably nice restaurants. Just in case you forgot anything with your trip it’s only a few blocks from Walmart and a nice mall. Lucrecia and her staff are extremely helpful with Anything you need, from getting you day trips around the area to Getting your laundry done or most anything else you need. They are always smiling and happy. You couldn’t ask for a better place or better people.

Great budget hotel in a really good location, easy walking distance to Avenida Escazu mall. The owner is lovely, and The free breakfast in the morning was great. Coffee, orange juice, fruit, and a choice of eggs or pancakes. The pancakes were excellent. Great shower. Bed comfy but slightly firmer than I like. The only negative was that the AC was a bit noisy. When I’m back in San Jose, I would definitely stay here again.

This Hotel is absolutely incredible! Close to everything. The staff is very friendly & kind! There is great breakfast. Perfect place! Small Hotel ... not huge & overwhelming! 5 stars!! Will definitely be going back to this Hotel! 👌

This place is family run and simple clean quiet place. They are friendly and helpful. For the price I’d be there again!

We were the only guests in this immense villa, amazing views over the city, pool, gardens, cooking facilities. A little bit hard to find specially at night. Great stay

El lugar ofrece una vista impresionante a San Jose. El personal es muy amable y tiene muy buena disposicion. La habitacion estaba limpia y era simple pero confortable, con ventilador y tv cable. El hotel tiene buen acceso a internet en las areas comunes y una cocina amplia para cocinar. Tambien una piscina que no pude disfrutar porque no hacia tanto calor. Si visitas Costa Rica, no recomiendo mas de una noche en san jose. Hay muchos lugares que ofrecen mejores atractivos que ver que la capital.

Fue maravilloso el hotel superó mis expectativas la casa de lujo verdaderamente le da honor a su nombre todos mis familiares y amigos les fascinó. La vista al valle central bellisimo. No cabe duda que regresaremos una y otra vez si Dios así lo permite. Don Guillermo el encargado fue sin duda nuestra persona favorita estuvo pendiente en todo momento siempre listo para ayudar el trato fue excelente. Recomiendo el lugar un 100% no tengo nada malo que decir, mas que ya quiero regresar.

En realidad el rotulo afuera dice B&B y no dice Hotel, pero no es muy importante. El B&B es MUY bonito, con habitaciones grandes y limpias. Hay piscina común y un mirador estupendo, sobre todo de noche. El precio es excelente por tanta calidad.

The view from the hotel is georgeous. The rooms don't really have a window to the outside, they open to the commune area. First night of stay was ok, but second night someone was watching TV very loud until late. : (

Stunning grounds. Charming and comfortable and amazing trails to hike all within the property. Common areas are well appointed and beautifully decorated. Loved having a pool table to spend evenings with new friends. Staff is lovely and welcoming too. Can’t wait to visit again!

Beautiful lodge with absolutely stunning gardens filled with deliciously smelling flowers and odorant blossom trees and avocado trees - thus also full of colibris and even quetzals. Paradise in the cloudforest! All staff go out of their way for guests and are extremely professionnal, courteous and kind. On a rainy and chilly night we came back to hot water bottles on our beds and appreciated the attention so much. A special mention should be given to the landscaping and gardening staff thanks to whom the place is such an Eden. I hope they get regular raises! Rooms were comfy and spotlessly clean, the breakfast delicious and plentiful and the other meals we took there were also excellent. The café also has some lovely choices.

We went to see the quetzal and this place did not disappoint. Greivin was a fantastic host and very knowledgeable guide, we saw the quetzal on the property as well as on the tour he led where he always had our best view over other groups and the welfare of the birds in mind. The property itself couldn't be more beautiful, the gardens are absolutely incredible, so lush and colourful with a river running through it as well as several ponds. We didn't try dinner but breakfast was very good. The restaurant area and also the bar area have WiFi and are lovingly decorated, beautiful place to spend time, I highly recommend this lodge.

Everything was great!! Amazing the area & the beautiful garden where Trogon Lodge is located. Topped from the whole staff! All are so kind & friendly! They take care about you from beginning of your arrival on, during your stay till your departure! Just perfekt service! The Quetzal-Tour with Mr. Quetzal Greivin was gorgeous! His deep love to Nature & his Quetzales catches everyone! It was an unforgetable Tour & we saw this beautiful bird with its long feathers several times! We also could admire a Quetzal in the garden of Trogon Lodge with him. Thanks a lot to all staff of Trogon Lodge that you made our holiday a special experience with you! Your friends from Germany

We had a wonderful stay the last time at Trogon Lodge! Even though it was just for one night, the experience was unforgettable. The gardens are beautiful and full of life—perfect for birdwatching, which is clearly a highlight here. We spotted several colorful species just steps from our room. The hiking trail through the forest was peaceful and scenic, and the refreshing plunge in the river the next morning was an energizing way to start the day. Breakfast was absolutely delicious—fresh, hearty, and served with warm hospitality. I just love Trogon! It’s a perfect mountain escape for nature lovers and for a weekend getaway of the city. Highly recommended!

I did not know what to expect, really. We drove from Drake Bay to Savegre while it was raining a bit hard. Make sure you have a full gas tank. A 4x4 is a must. I am not sure how long it took us to get to the hotel. Probably 6 or 7 hours. It got dark and there is no lighting on the streets. It's a two way road, one lane each way. No light. Raining a bit hard (had to use the max mode of the wipers). I prayed every time someone came from the opposite way. Visibility was bad. It was all worth it. The hotel is very nice. There are many kinds of birds everywhere in the hotel flying free. We went to the Quetzal Tour. We saw 4 quetzales and other colorful birds. Two of the quetzales at the hotel. The restaurant and the food are superb. Great job. If you take one of the tours, ask about the history of the hotel. It's a heartwarming story. Almost forgot. The property is huge. It also has some trails. One of them might be more than 3 or 4 miles. We saw beetles, different kinds of birds, a woodpecker killing a beetle right in front of us. Fungi of all kinds. This place was just amazing. I'd stay there for at least 3 nights. And take your binoculars. I don't know why it shows that I'm from the US. I'm from Mexico.

This was a family trip. The rooms were cozy and well equipped. Extra blankets and heating is provided. The rooms are comfortable and surrounded by nature. It creates a great experience and you have the river sound. If you are not used to that sound it is really relaxing. The hotel has a green house where you can buy and see plants. They are lovely. The trails are very nice. Be mindful that to reach the entrance you need to walk 1.5 Km. La Quebrada is a trail that you can walk with small children. No wheel chair nor prawn/stroller. Los Pioneros is a short and flat trail. Suitable for elderly persons. We traveled with one and was the perfect walk. The food was delicious. The breakfast is a buffet with plenty of options and very tasty.

Hotel Savegre is a large complex of cabins spread spaciously above the Río Savegre and below the forested mountains. It is a beautiful setting, replete with wildlife, including the spectacular Quetzal. The one thing that particularly stood out throughout the course of our week-long stay was the pleasantness and helpfulness of ALL the staff on site - they were fantastic: great attitude, and wonderfully trained. This is all the more gratifying when one considers that, given the site's distance and isolation from urban areas, most staff must stay on-site in various dormitories, I think working a 3-week on and 1-week off schedule. Despite this hardship, all staff were absolutely exemplary. A wonderful place with wonderful opportunities for exploring nature and the rugged landscape.

We enjoyed the setting of the hotel located in the nature. We were able to hike in the surrounding area. The room has great nature photography on the wall. We can look out to mountain views. The bed is firm and comfortable. The hotel staff are very responsive and provided good on call services, the breakfast was well prepared. We also enjoyed lunch and dinner. One best things was to see a couple of quetzals near the reception area. We were so happy to see those magical birds up close and personal.

Wonderful large garden, lots of hummingbirds. Saw 2 quetzal birds in trees near parking area. Room was spacious. Good breakfast buffet. Stay 2 nights so you can enjoy a full day of the 10 miles of private trails in the rainforest. Long, narrow, steep drive from route 2 (mostly paved) - like most of Costa Rica, you will be more comfortable with a 4-wheel-drive vehicle (plus can drive to start of trails instead of dirt road walking).

I stayed at this hostel for a week and it was an absolute delight! The room was beautifully decorated and cozy. I was working on my laptop during the day, and it was easy to do it ‘cause how nice the place was. The hostel itself is in a fantastic location with a few restaurants nearby, which made dining out convenient and enjoyable. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful throughout my stay, but Ana, the administrator, was a true angel.. I really have no words to describe, but her warmth and assistance made my experience even more memorable. She even gave a bag with some food for my long trip when I checked out and honestly that’s nicest thing I’ve experienced at a hotel/hostel, also the other Nicaraguan lady was pretty nice (sadly I forgot her name 😢) . I was traveling alone, and I felt safe the whole time at this place. Overall, I can't recommend this hostel enough for anyone looking to have a wonderful and comfortable stay. 🙌

It was amazing hostel! I can't think of anything significant enough to complain about. The bed is SUPER soft! One of best hostel bed in my two years of traveling. There are outlet available on each bed which is useful. It's really beautiful too. One of most beautiful hostel I stayed in my two years. The service is great too. They are very nice people as well they try their best to adapt to your need. As I don't eat some specific food, they offered me a toasted bread with avocado for breakfast. What more I can ask for! Enough with positives, there are few things that are not perfect. The location is very good but not the best. It's about 15 -20 walking minutes away from market and 7 walking minutes away from AMPM store. Night time, you better to walk with others or take a taxi for safety

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Nativus. I didn’t realize how popular this place was. I was able to extend my stay once, but thereafter, it was booked solid for the next several months. It’s a beautiful place with genuine art deco from artists local and abroad. Very clean. Great breakfast… more than just continental. It’s a good spot, especially if you need to relax and want a quiet space. Twice during my stay, the owner gifted all the guests with a beautiful dinner and on one occasion , a friend of hers, a professional singer, blessed us with a free performance. I spent 3 weeks there and would have stayed longer had I booked more time sooner. Plenty of great food options within walking distance, as well.

I had a wonderful stay at this hostel. The place was clean, comfortable, and quiet, which made it perfect for the work I needed to get done and for resting after a long flight (they even let me check in early upon arrival, which was greatly appreciated). The wifi was good and stable, which was a huge plus. I had to catch an early bus the next morning, way before breakfast time, and the lady was kind to leave me some basic breakfast items (cereal, milk, banana, and bread) in the kitchen the night before. Although I didn’t leave the hostel, I saw on the map that it was very well located with shops and restaurants nearby. Highly recommend this place!

Could this be the best place to stay in San Jose? The best place in Costa Rica? This hostel is SO comfortable - the beds have privacy curtains and are like sleeping on a cloud! The manager is delightful - so kind, calm and full of advice. The building itself is simply gorgeous - full of art (as the name suggests) and a simple breakfast is served! It's a 20 minute walk to the centre of San Jose, but Uber is easy to call as well. I can't speak highly enough of this hostel - I simply loved it... I even considered staying an extra night in San Jose just to relax at the hotel a bit longer!

Convenient location, friendly staff and nice view of the Arenal Volcano. Love the heated and non heated pools. Breakfast was good. We had some minor issues but management solved it in a timely manner. The massive gift shop attached to the hotel got some great souvenirs. Would recommend this hotel.

We had a wonderful 5-day stay at Isla Verde. It is a small (about 40 rooms), family-run hotel--extremely clean, attractively decorated, and equipped with a very nice Cantonese restaurant. The multilingual staff are outstanding. We received help from Jorge and Dora in rescheduling a tour that we had to postpone when our son was not feeling great for a couple days. Jorge actually walked us to a pharmacy to get medicine for him. We used Isla Verde as our base for exploring Santa Fe as well as a coffee plantation, volcano, and other sights. We had two Deluxe rooms, each with a lovely balcony overlooking a peaceful residential area. We enjoyed sitting out there in the morning sun every day and drinking our coffee. There is an excellent complimentary buffet breakfast that has the traditional Costa Rican components--gallo pinto, eggs, plantains, and fresh fruit--plus a few pastries and other items. We ended up eating at the restaurant many times because it is so good (it also has a small bar). I can't recommend this hotel highly enough. It isn't right in the middle of the city, which was fine for us, because it was peaceful. We used Uber to visit places in the city. The hotel is very close to the U.S. Embassy. Wifi was fine. Very comfortable beds--I am picky! If we return to San Jose, we will definitely stay here.

I can not praise this hotel enough! The staff were amazing. so helpful and mostly spoke great English. For the price, the room was fantastic value. I had to extend my stay and was bumped up to an executive room, only one available at the time. they gave me a great discount on it. The inclusive breakfast was very good with a wide veriety of choices including eggs,meat, potatoes plantains, fruit selection, cerials and plenty of fresh bread, coffee, juice. Again all the service staff were very friendly. The breakfast area also served as a restaurant open to the public for lunch and dinner. There was alot of chinese type food as well as traditional type meals. I tried many of them while I was there and was pleased each time, both with the quality, price and amount of food. The interior of the hotel was very clean and very modern in a tasteful way. Location wise, it was about a 20 - 30 minute taxi ride from the main San Jose airport. Very good Uber services to all of the malls and parks etc.. I don't think I paid over $10 for any of those rides. If I ever get to go back to San Jose, this is where I will be staying! Thanks agaion to all the kind and helpful staff!

The place is clean, well maintained and the personnel is very kind and helpful at the front desk. In the restaurant area English level is very limited but the service is still good. I have a few suggestions that may help the hotel, some I have already verbally made to Lucy, the manager: 1) the rooms need an ironing board, 2) Bathroom need skin lotion, 3) warn customers that rooms have no refrigerator but can be obtained if requested 4) place in the rooms a list of useful numbers and guided tours organizers contacts numbers, 5) how to call and numbers of emergency medical services, even room service number. 6) place a restaurant menu in the room with open-close schedule. Given the quality- price ratio, this is a great place, I would without hesitation go back there again and again! I strongly recommend the place assuming my suggestions will be addressed by my next trip, soon. NB: Some current construction work on the 4th floor, without being a nuisance can at times be disturbing but overall the place is quiet and Zen.

Brilliant hotel a short distance away from the Alamo and other certain car hire places. There was secure off road parking too, which helped a lot. Beds are gigantic and comfortable. We had a tasty meal brought to our room by the on-site Chinese restaurant. We didn’t walk around too much but there was a local small supermarket and a Macdonalds very near by. We had to leave too early for breakfast but reception had arranged a wake up call for us and some fruit and snacks. She hadn’t told us about this, just paid attention to our plans which she asked us about and then as we were leaving the hotel offered us our snacks for our long drive the next day. The last thing to say is that the hotel was very clean, both in the rooms and communal spaces. I’d definitely stay here again.

The room was perfect if you want to leave the word some time, no internet, no TV, its just you with the sound of the birds in the morning, or the crickets at night. The restaurant, was great. I love the tomato soup. The staff, they are so nice, really helpfull. You can also go hiking near the river, you can see some Quetzals (if you have luck) Its the perfect place to relax and connect with yourself or to connect with your partner, family or friends. Dont forget to bring some cozy clothes and snickers!!! You will love this place.

Where to start..? Location is secluded with an amazing well maintained garden. Full of birds! View on the mountains was beautiful. Cabins were lovely and spacious. Heater and extra blankets available, because it can get cold. Restaurant felt like a cosy place with amazing views on the garden; lots of big windows. Nice fireplace to warm up after a long day outside. Staff was extremely friendly and polite. Trips organised through hotel were great; Quetzal tour and horseback riding are both strongly recommended!! Hiking trail to waterfalls nearby. Best stay of our Costa Rica trip.

Love the hotel, I will continue to visit. It is my favorite in the area and being able to take my dog is alwals a plus. The hike the cold weather and the friendly staff always make my visit. Plus the go out of there way to ensure you have your needs taken care of... form contacting you with pre info... to helping set dinner reservations. And the FOOD!!!!! it was amazing!!! Remember also this hotel is the closet to the local hike entrance.

The staff was amazing, very kind and lovely. Breakfast about fine, 3 options and good portions, lunch very delicious and dinner was perfect near to fire pit. The room was spacious and very clean... but I would love to have more privacy. I am not a fan of party wall. Impeccable gardens good parking lot. And near to attractions as watter falls. I will love to go back again. By the way, pet friendly.

Hotel Suria is in a great location, near the river. It has a beautiful dining room and gardens, nice rooms, and friendly, gracious staff. We traveled from SJO in a private van to the valley with Adobe Tours, March 2023, for $182 US. I recommend you do the country a favor and not drive the mountains yourself, as roads are rough and CR has a wonderful system of shuttles and drivers.

This is truly the best hotel I have ever stayed in in San Jose. If your looking for restaurant on site and a huge breakfast buffet. This is not your spot. But if your looking for a good size room, good shower, comfy bed and super soft sheets! A beautiful interior (this owner has amazing taste), with comfy sofaes and even a piano, kind staff, very pet friendly (we brought our dog and all were so nice to him), where the hotel cats come to be cuddled next to the pool and with a breathtaking VIEW both in daytime but even more at night you can see while taking a dip in the pool - this location will take your breath away! Family run. And for Escazu area a good price! We loved our stay.

Very helpful and friendly manager who went above and beyond in welcoming us, even upgrading us free of charge to an apartment when he realised it would suit us better. Gorgeous pool which the kids loved. Fresh coconuts by the pool. Perfect for our short stay. Breakfast was more than sufficiant, with two different style pancakes to order, eggs cooked various ways, plantain, fruit salad and more

Although there are some ongoing renovations, they do not detract from the charm of this "inn's" ambience and style. The pool is heated and from it, and several poolside rooms, the view of the city is grand. The staff is knowledgeable and eager to help with all appropriate questions as well.

Great rooms, ours led to the pool area.sone rooms were more secluded.very comfortable beds, beautiful views from the lovely warm pool. Lovely breakfast. Great for group family holidays . Very accommodating staff, we had our own massive family breakfast table every morning.

The hotel is located outside San Jose and was not particularly easy to walk around so we used taxis (which were excellent value) to get in and out of San Jose We arrived quite late at night and the manager was excellent and really helpful (he loaned us a phone charger) and we could get a couple of cold beers which is exactly what we needed. The view over San Jose from both the apartment and the pool was stunning The pool was a reasonable size and it was lovely to have a quick swim before and after our day out. Breakfasts were very nice - eggs cooked to demand. The apartment has a lovely garden. It is a really lovely place to stay. Our bedroom was very large with teas and coffees.

Good location to relax & recharge after long flight. Comfortable bed & pillows & nice sheets. Hot water shower. Good food & choice for breakfast. Food also available till 8pm. Club sandwich was excellent Staff were all friendly & helpful. Nice pool area with sunbeds, didn't use the pool but water was clean,at time of our stay, just a bit cold unless full sunshine to warm up after swimming. Would recommend

Everything was perfect. The staff could not have been more helpful. The pool and pool area were lovely, and clean, with nice lounge chairs, cushions, and towels.

The breakfast was great, and the pool was beautiful. The breakfast tables are poolside, so it was a very pleasant place to dine.

Very nice hotel located in a really nice neighborhood. We stayed in two different apartments, but both were great (the second looks to be the new one). The swimming pool is not that deep but you can enjoy the time there. The breakfast was very good and the people were extremely kind. We also booked twice taxi with the assistance of the hotel staff. The place around the swimming pool is ideal to relax and drink something.

lovely pool area and very comfortable room with nice breakfasts by the pool every day. safe area to walk around and close to the art museum. pick up from the airport was smooth.

I can honestly say that this hotel is the best I’ve ever booked, my entire stay was amazing! The entire building is super clean and well maintained. Even though I was travelling alone, my room was spacious and I felt comfortable. The pool and hot tub were a big plus, it felt nice to relax in the pool area after spending the day outside. I only ate breakfast on two or three days, there are many options there for everyone, both sweet and salty. It’s about a 20-minute drive to the centre of San Jose, the drive becomes much longer depending on traffic, but that’s ok. The next time I’m in Costa Rica, I will definitely stay here again. Muchos gracias!

I’m just ending a ten night stay and the Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana has been a nice place to stay as a first time solo traveler to Costa Rica. There is no airport shuttle but a cab (or Uber) from the airport should only take about 15 minutes (and cost about $15-$20). The hotel is modern and the bilingual staff were very helpful. There are numerous shops, restaurants and cafes (and even a movie theater) steps from the front of the hotel. There’s also a bank with a 24 hour ATM on the far side of the building across the way. The street in front of the hotel gets a bit noisy in the evening so rooms that face the pool or the main road that passes the hotel are probably preferred if you like things quiet. The pool is very nice with a view of the mountains. The wifi has been very good during my stay and the Britt coffee maker and pods in the room have been wonderful. The hotel is about a 15 minute Uber ride into San Jose but during rush hour that will likely be a minimum of 30 minutes. The breakfast buffet in the morning has a nice variety of foods, including local fruit and coffee. I will probably go further afield on my next trip and stay somewhere outside of San Jose but this hotel will be first on my list if I need to stay somewhere near the airport or central San Jose.

We Always stay here, business or pleasure. The hotel is inside a sizable plaza with a security guard at the entrance & several “touristy” shops, all around the ground floor. Lobby is open to public, on 2nd floor, but all the room-floors require card! MANY restaurant options: seafood, Italian, a wine room, a taproom/grill. ALL of them without needing an Uber! Great pool, FANTASTIC breakfast w/ a lot of variety and fresh eggs/omelets made-to-order. Excellent value not needing to Uber for every meal! And many excellent attractions close-by, like GoKarts @FIK Lindora, and Zip-lining & Hiking @La Chimba (a BEAUUTIFUL coffee farm) with white peacocks — each just 10minutes away!

This hotel was the perfect spot to have a day of relaxing after a late flight arrival and before our traveling in Costa Rica began. The gym had everything we needed, the pool was the perfect temperature with beautiful views, the restaurant had great breakfast and outdoor tables. The building also has many restaurants to dine at - we chose the seafood restaurant and it was delicious! This place is like a mini resort - very bring is right at your fingertips! Highly recommend.

2am check-in was smooth and quick. Room was comfy and had a nice “minimalistic” design which I liked. Delicious breakfast. Several cool restaurants and bars nearby. I enjoyed the jacuzzi and pool also! Only complaint is they were out of bottled when I checked in, and there was no water in the room. But they quickly replenished in the morning.

Lots of dining options/good food, casino in the hotel, a nice gym and upper level pool, very good pricing compared to what one would pay in US or Canada.

We loved everything about the property! Location is great, close to the beach and good cafes but still remote to don’t hear the street noise. The decor of the accommodation and its surroundings were impeccable with plenty of privacy. And the host Spyros was so welcoming and helpful, definetely worth 5⭐️

everything was clean, beautiful and everyone was very accommodating. I woke up late and ventured into the breakfast area to find that I had missed it. Everything was all put away. The gentleman then whipped me up the most amazing cup of coffee and offered me something small but decadent.

The hotel is really nice, clean and close from the multi mall, you can walk to the multi mall, I do not recommend, the hotel has an excellent staff, nice included breakfast, a small gym, and really loved the sauna. Excellent place to stay.

Sheraton is a First Class Hotel in most desirable area of Escazu (San Jose). The breakfast is the finest I have in all of Costa Rica. The fitness center is great with free weights. Hotel offers casino next door for more activities.

Everything about this hotel was wonderful, the property, the hotel and especially the staff. However, we picked the hotel for the outside pool and this was being repaired, therefore no pool. We really wanted the outside to be able to chill as we had been travelling around Costa Rica, and this was picked for the pool, but the staff went over and above to set up loungers, a table and chairs which was amazing. But would have appreciated Expedia advising us of this beforehand.

Great location, comfortable beds and nice views. Gym Needs improvement, Out of the 3 running machines 2 were out of service and the only one working has the running belt broken. Pool is under renovations so they offer use the other hotel pool in case you want to. Place is clean and well kept.

The staff was generally very nice, but some could have been a bit more helpful and the management needs to loosen up the bar and restaurant staff to be less rigid and penny pinching. The food and drink were only okay, but very expensive. A less regulatory, more gregarious approach to the clientele would go a long way to making it a much better stay. The pool is only a lap pool, but the building was nice, as were the rooms. The location is quite good too.

We stayed here for two nights at the beginning and end of our Costa Rica trip, and both nights were great. It's a very professionally run hotel, and the staff are all amazing. Everything was clean and fresh, the food was actually very good, and the facilities like the pool, gym, etc. are perfect for a short stay.

Nice place, I love the room. The break fast and box for trip are so cool. The attention for miss Varisthel so good, the pool look like so beautiful, is no working now but we have another option close to there to swim free. For me was a good experience.

I like the gym and the swimming pool. Very clean. The steam room was an added bonus. The breakfast buffet was wonderful with lots of options. Our room was also good except for it is not soundproof as we can hear the Karaoke bar from outside and we were in the second floor. It was quite after 11pm. The view from our room was amazing ( the soccer stadium and the mountains). I think the housekeepers need to be trained to separate the dirty linens and towels from the clean ones as I saw one housekeeper piled up the dirty linens on top of the linen cart next to the clean towels. The staff were very helpful and attentive. Overall, our stay was Wonderful . Thank you!

Family trip with young children. Location was fantastic- directly across from La Sabana park and walking distance to many restaurants. Easy to Uber anywhere in San Jose area and to airport. Almost all tour operators will pick up from here. Hotel itself was great-clean and modern, fantastic views from the room which was spacious. Wonderful amenities including a pool on the top floor, good gym. Restaurant in the hotel is excellent but expensive. The only odd thing is that the check in area is on the 18th floor (“sky lobby”) so when you arrive you have to wait for staff to take you up in an elevator. Staff are helpful and friendly.

The room was amazing, specious, comfortable and modern will all you need. The floor to creaking window offered an incredible view. The bed was big and incredibly comfortable. The rest of the hotel was equally high standard with great facilities including the great pool area and gym with amazing city and Mountain views. The restaurant and terrace over looking the stadium were also outstanding.

This hotel is in the perfect area of San Jose. There’s small shops within walking distance as well as restaurants. If you have a car, parking is a breeze with valet and self park options. The views from the rooms, the pool, and the restaurant within the hotel are gorgeous. I would definitely stay here again!

Welcoming, kind, professional and extremely caring staff (I wish we could find them in Europe!), large room with a view, silent A/C, very comfortable mattress and pillows, perfect wifi and very appealing rooftop indoor pool. Located in a safe area surrounded by several embassies, where nice cafes and restaurants are located.

Jason at the front desk went above and beyond to make our stay truly wonderful. During a very difficult time—our son required emergency surgery at nearby Clínica Bíblica—Jason showed incredible kindness and support. He anticipated our needs, accommodated every request with genuine care, and consistently checked in to ask how our son was doing. I sincerely hope Gran Hotel recognizes what an exceptional team member they have in him. Beyond Jason, the porters and concierge staff were also excellent—friendly, attentive, and professional. The food at the hotel was very good, with the brunch standing out as a highlight. The location is ideal—within walking distance to several museums and just across the street from the National Theatre. All in all, a fantastic hotel in a prime location. You really can’t go wrong here. And if you have the chance, be sure to ask for Jason.

this is this a very beautiful hotel. Conveniently located right in the cultural center of San Jose Costa Rica, you are right by the theater the, cathedral and most of the must see places. A lot of restaurants around in the area is considered to be fairly safe. The hotel in particular is a dream come true . Completely modern everything is top-of-the-line and extremely well maintained. The food is great with a very rich menu in its restaurant and room service. The rooms are spotless, clean and the service is very kind. It is worth noting, though that the toilet and the shower are in very open see-through spaces. This could however, person an issue for people traveling with a companion with her privacy might become an issue. I highly recommend this place and would definitely return.

I love the Gran in San Jose especially since the staff go out of their way to help with any requests or questions. The facilities are beautiful and the rooms are extremely cosy and welcoming. Johanna, the manager, always goes above and beyond to help make my stay wonderful. The clerks, Jason and Jorge were also very helpful. Jason always greeted me with a very friendly smile. Unfortunately I don't remember the name of the bellman who took the time to help me when I was having internet issues due to my own personal devices and even asked if I wanted a different room to see if that would help. Oscar in the restaurant is also wonderful as were the other restaurant staff. Highly, highly recommend this hotel.

From the minute our taxi pulled up, Alexis was the most incredible bellman. He grabbed our bags out of the trunk and was waiting for us. He brought our bags to the room and showed us around. The breakfast was over the top in the best way! Omelettes and eggs made to order, sweet and salty pastries, and fresh fruit among so many other delicious things. Every single staff member went above and beyond. They even ordered a taxi van for us as our luggage wouldn’t fit in a smaller taxi! It is more expensive but so worth it and centrally located to everything!! Don’t even think about it, just book it. If we come back to San Jose, we will definitely stay here.

My husband and I stayed here for part of our anniversary trip and this is a great property. It's in a great location, close to everything you would need during your stay. There was a convenience store maybe a 3 minute walk away that we were able to get snacks and water for the room. The staff was great as well. Romy at the front desk and Marvin, who helped with our bags, were both friendly and helpful. I really cannot say enough great things about this hotel. We're already planning our next trip to Costa Rica and when we go back, we're definitely staying at Gran Hotel!

it’s a great hotel as a stop over or before you leave for the airport. we used it on our arrival and now on our departure. the beds are delicious and showers are good. Breakfast is very decent and staff are super helpful.

I traveled for business. The square Momentum Pinares where the hotel is has many restaurants (sadly not local food and expensive, but good quality). Right across the square there's a Walmart.

everything, it was perfect. the hotel is in a gated community with a couple of restaurants and stores so perfect for the evening! clean, big rooms with great views!

Loved the location - in a shopping center with many eating and shopping options! Best breakfast spread I’ve ever seen at a hotel - sooooooo good!

- It is near the metropolitan area. - They have underground parking. - Walmart at walking distance. - Several restaurants nearby. - Nice breakfast.

A bit of relatively quiet luxury, in what is often the dusty and humid city of San Jose. Except for the absence of a swimming pool (they have two Jacuzzis on the roof instead), it is a lovely hotel.

We arrived in the dark on our first trip ever to Costa Rica and our tour company booked us into this hotel for our first two nights. We arrived later in the evening and had no idea what to expect. But we needn't have worried at all about our lodging. Our first impression of Hotel Grano de Oro was very positive. We arrived at the elegant front entrance and were met by friendly staff who helped with our bags. The gentleman who checked us in was kind and informative and made us feel immediately welcome, to the hotel and to Costa Rica. We were shown to our Deluxe Patio Room which we found to be comfortable, clean and inviting. We really enjoyed our little enclosed patio with live plants and bubbling water. We slept well in a comfortable queen bed. In spite of being near a busy street, we were not disturbed by the traffic noise or city sounds. In the morning we went to the hotel restaurant to have breakfast and were taken aback by the elegance of the place. We sat outside in a beautiful atrium and were treated to a really nice meal and excellent service. We were so impressed that we went back that evening and had a terrific dinner, this time seated inside in the stately dining room. The next day we enjoyed the rooftop hot tubs and seating area as well. While they are not large, they were perfectly enjoyable and comfortable. Our stay at Grano de Oro got our inaugural trip to Costa Rica off on the right foot.

We spent our last night in Costa at this lovely hotel! Checking ln was very easy and welcoming. Our room was so sweet, with its own patio garden that even had a fountain. We had just come from whitewater rafting after 4 nights, and 5 days in the Rainforest, during the dry season. Yet, we were deluged by rain our last three nights there, so none of our clothes had dried! Once in this darling room, I draped our wet clothes all over thest patio, to dry. Success. We loved our room, it was very practical, pretty and comfortable. We met friends for dinner in their beautiful dining room. Delicious food, great cocktails, nice wines by the glass, lovely service! Because we were headed to the airport at 5 the next morning, breakfast wasn’t yet served. But the c made nice croissant sandwiches to take, then went into bar brought us lattes to take with us! What service, all around!

I booked this hotel to recoup after long flights from London. It was everything we needed. Spotlessly clean and comfortable. The hotel is very attractive, with lush planting and interesting features. My 10 year old particularly loved the rooftop jacuzzi. The restaurant was wonderful and has a kids menu for dinner. Breakfast was a highlight. The staff are attentive, particularly the waiting staff and the turn down service was good to have. All in all, it's a pretty much perfect hotel to rest in. We did venture to the local market and the art gallery. I wouldn't say there is much to do with children in the area, but we were there to rest before moving on.

This is an exceptional historic property. The colonial house architecture is authentic restoration. Windows doors floors moldings etc are beautiful. Even the hardware on the windows is original certainly not from some restoration company. The art in the rooms are originals mostly coffee related simple but attractive. The restaurant is layed out around the courtyard with the original huge windows opening out to the court with outdoor seating there as well. The restaurant furnishings avoid being homogeneous and are understatedly in tune with the architecture. Food and service are top shelf fine dining. The barman is excelent. This place is extraordinary.

We only stayed for one night, but it was a great stay. The pool is refreshing on very hot days. The breakfast they provided was delicious. We had to leave before 7 am, and they even prepared it earlier for us so we don't miss the bus. The room was very spacious and comfortable. It came with a kitchen, which I didn't even remember it did! So great! The wifi was strong in the room and on the grounds

Beautiful property tucked into the hills of Escazu! The rooms are rustic and clean and quite spacious! We had two rooms both with kitchenettes, multiple comfortable beds and pillows and a relaxing outdoor terrace to enjoy the nature sounds and lovely weather. Each morning we were greeted at the breakfast area and offered coffee, orange juice, fruit, eggs, pinto and toast by the pool. I would stay here again and again! Amazing value in a tranquil yet convenient location!

This hotel was our first stop in Costa Rica. It's a little gem on the outskirts on San Jose, perfect to start your Costa Rican trip. The rooms are spacious and clean, breakfast is served by the cutest lady. We didn't use the pool but that's were breakfast is served and they view was great!

Loved Señora Adela who seemed to do everything from breakfast to cleaning and fixing. Great budget accommodation with nice balcony to relax on, little jacuzzi, hot water, refreshing pool and common area with fireplace where we enjoyed hanging out with people. Also lovely cat, negrito, who I wish we could have catnapped ;)

I really liked the free breakfast by the pool. It wasn't the standard buffet. It was prepared to order. The staff was excellent and very helpful. I loved that the grounds were filled with tropical trees and flowers.

Perfect location for San Jose airport. Lots of restaurants within walking distance. Supermarket over the road. Nice pool

This hotel is within easy walking distance of local shops and restaurants of a good to high quality. I enjoyed a swim in the pool, which is just about long enough to do some laps in. The room was a good size and very clean. The staff were helpful and polite. Breakfast was plentiful and good quality.

Great location, across the street from Core Medical, and tons of restaurants. The hotel bedding was extremely comfortable! The staff was very professional and accommodating. The breakfast was good. Our shower water definitely could have been warmer, but I will definitely return!

Check in was quick & straight forward, even though we arrived much earlier than the stated checking time, the hotel accommodated us. Hotel is close to good eating & super market places.

felt safe and comfortable perfect when u have just got off a long flight. breakfast was fab and super fresh

We wanted to enjoy a few days in San Jose on our first visit to Costa Rica. The Sleep Inn proved to be a good stop. We liked having gated parking for our rental car, and because of the Casino next door, there was security on the property morning and night. The neighborhood felt safe enough during the day and into the night as we walked home from dinner. Walking to local parks, museums, shopping and cafes was convenient. The room was clean, quiet and had all the necessities. The staff were kind and helpful. A good first stop for our trip!

It's easy to get to, close enough to the centre, although not somewhere I like the walk around at night plus as long as you're not roadside, it's quiet (I've stayed before) The staff are always friendly, the breakfast is fine and the bed is huge I was able to leave my bags with them before check in, having arrived a bit early but also after check out to make a trip which I appreciated (though my bag was returned with a jam splodge on it)

Right in the heart of San Jose, this was a very comfortable and pleasant stay for vacation stay in the city. I came to visit the museums, just blocks away, and learn more about Costa Rica. The hotel is just 2 short blocks from the downtown pedestrian walkways, and there are several public parks surrounding the hotel and in the neighborhood. The room was spacious and comfortable, with everything needed. The morning breakfast offered a variety of options and delicious. This was a perfect hotel choice for my needs.

The location is perfect if you plan to see the center of San Jose - everything is in walking distance. We liked the parking lot - they even let us leave a car for 2-3 hours after check-out which was convenient for our "walking tour". The room was spacious and clean. Beds were so comfortable and room very quiet (even if it was next to a busy street) that we almost missed breakfast because of sleeping too long ;) The breakfast was very good. The staff nice and helpful.

Clean linen, clean bathroom, clean towels, clean facility up to developed country standards. Free parking spaces (at another hotel we stayed in downtown early on in our trip, there was no free parking) , great location in downtown close to National Theatre, China Town etc. Great breakfast (included). Cheap (great value for money). We don't want to stay at anywhere else if we ever come back to San Jose Costa Rica.