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About the Hotel
Av. 11 Entre Calles 3 Y 3B, Barrio Amon,
San Jose (San Jose),
Costa Rica,
5174-1000,
San José
Rooms & Accommodations
The 33 guest rooms include cable TV, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and in-room safes. Options include rooms with 2 queen beds for 2 people, 3 single beds for 3 people, or 1 king bed with 2 singles for 4 people. All have private bathrooms with hair dryers, telephones, and coffee makers.
Dining & Drinks
The on-site bar serves international drinks with room service available. A snack bar and deli offer quick bites throughout the day.
Hotel Facilities
The hotel has a 24-hour reception, currency exchange, and parking. There's a business center with complimentary wired internet, a 258-square-foot meeting room, and an internet corner. An on-site travel agency handles car rentals and tours.
Location & Access
Located in Barrio Amón, 650 meters from the Costa Rican Science and Culture Center. It's a 3-minute walk to La Cultura Square, 15-minute walk to Morazán Park and Parque Nacional, and 5-minute drive to the National Museum. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 20 minutes away by car.
Guest Services
24-hour concierge and tour services available. Express check-in and check-out, gift shop, and ironing facilities in rooms. The travel agency can arrange local transportation and activities.
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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Services
Airport shuttle
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Wake up service
Dining
Continental breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area
Room features
Air conditioning
In-room safe
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Media
Cable/ Satellite television
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
Av. 11 Entre Calles 3 Y 3B, Barrio Amon,
San Jose (San Jose),
Costa Rica,
5174-1000,
San José
Map view
Av. 11 Entre Calles 3 Y 3B, Barrio Amon,
San Jose (San Jose),
Costa Rica,
5174-1000,
San José
City landmarks
Museum
National Museum of Costa Rica
1.0
mi
Museum
Jade Museum
1.0
mi
Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
4300 ft
Theatre
National Theatre of Costa Rica
4300 ft
Market
San Jose Central Market
4300 ft
Zoo
Simon Bolivar Zoo
3500 ft
Square
Plaza de La Cultura
4300 ft
Landmark
Santa Teresa
2100 ft
Landmark
Central Park
4300 ft
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose
4300 ft
Landmark
Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
2100 ft
Park
Parque Nacional
1.0
mi
Square
Plaza de la Libertad Electoral
2200 ft
Museum
Kid's museum
2100 ft
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
3500 ft
Church
Church of Our Lady of La Soledad
1.0
mi
Square
Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
2100 ft
Museum
Museum of Costa Rican Art
1.5
mi
Store
Chinatown, San Jose
4300 ft
Park
Parque Espana
3500 ft
Landmark
Barrio Mexico
1.1
mi
Landmark
Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
1.0
mi
Nearby
Calle 4
Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture
1600 ft
Event hall
Templo de la Musica
1300 ft
Avenida 11 Calle 25
Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia
100 ft
Avenue 9 & Calle 4
Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura
500 ft
Gallery
Galeria Namu
900 ft
Square
Plaza de las Artes
1800 ft
Park
Gral Francisco Morazan
2100 ft
Church
Metropolitan Church
1700 ft
Restaurants
Cafe Rojo
800 ft
Avenida 7 Con Calle 3 De la Alianza Francesa
De Aca
500 ft
Calle 3A entre Avenida 9 y 11
Bar Rest. Malibu
600 ft
724 Calle 3 Calle 3
Poas Bar and restaurant
1000 ft
Avenida 7
Changuiche
1300 ft
Av. Central
Kashe Cafe Gourmet
1800 ft
Avenida 1
Don Juanito
2300 ft
Avenida 1 75 mts este de Correos de Costa Rica
Cafe El Correo
1800 ft
Edificio Correos de Costa Rica
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 30 reviews
6.2
6.2/10 based on 34 reviews
Paul
United States,
December
2024
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel had its high points, especially with the staff being incredibly friendly and the location being just off downtown, making it super convenient. However, the rooms were not as clean as I would have liked, and the bedding could definitely use a refresh. Overall, it's a decent option if you're looking for something affordable with a great location.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were spacious but had unwashed sheets and weren't very clean.
Service
7.0
The service was supportive, with options for car hire and laundry available.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located just off downtown and next to the Caribenos bus station.
Dining
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had basic amenities, but nothing too luxurious.
James
United Kingdom,
December
2024
7.2/10
The hotel had a great location right by the bus terminals in San Jose, making it super convenient for travel. The rooms, while spacious with three beds, weren't as clean as I would have liked, as the sheets seemed dirty. The staff were friendly and provided helpful services like airport shuttles. Overall, it was a decent stay, but the state of the sheets was certainly a letdown.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were spacious with three beds, but the sheets were used and dirty.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and offered good services like car hire and an airport shuttle.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located right next to the bus station and close to the Caribenos bus terminal.
Dining
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were basic but met the needs for a short stay.
Lesley
United Kingdom,
December
2024
7.0/10
The hotel offers a convenient location close to the bus terminals in San Jose, making travel easy to Tortuga National Park. While the rooms have spacious settings with three beds, I was disappointed to find used dirty sheets. The service provided everything I needed from dry cleaning to car hire, but the overall experience was marred by the room condition.
Rooms
5.0
I found the rooms to be spacious with three beds, but the presence of dirty sheets was unacceptable.
Service
7.0
The service included helpful options like car hire and airport shuttle, which I appreciated.
Location
8.0
The location is close to the bus terminals, allowing easy access to various attractions, including Tortuga National Park.
Dining
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had decent facilities, but I didn't get to fully enjoy them due to other issues.
Frank
United States,
November
2024
6.0/10
The hotel is located in a rather sketchy area, which isn't ideal, but it's close to major bus terminals in San Jose. The rooms had some cleanliness issues, particularly with used sheets, and the overall comfort was lacking. On the positive side, the staff was friendly, and the amenities offered are decent for the price. However, due to the uncomfortable room cleanliness and location, I can't give it a higher rating.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were not clean, with used sheets and a somewhat uncomfortable setup with three beds.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and accommodating, which contributed positively to my stay.
Location
5.0
The hotel is in a very sketchy part of town, which made me feel uneasy during my stay.
Dining
5.0
There wasn't much to say about dining options, but I did enjoy some tacos.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had basic facilities, but nothing stood out as impressive.
Luke
United Kingdom,
November
2024
7.6/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is excellent, within walking distance of many tourist attractions, making it super convenient for exploring. The rooms were a bit disappointing, unfortunately, as the bedding I found wasn't fresh. But the staff was friendly and helpful, which was a plus. Overall, good value for money considering the central location, but I wish the room had been cleaner.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms had used, dirty sheets, which was quite off-putting. They offered ample space with three beds, making it suitable for families or groups.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and accommodating. They went above and beyond to assist with car hire and other requests.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a great location, next to the bus station and very close to the bus terminals of San Jose, which made it super easy to get around.
Dining
Facilities
John
United States,
November
2024
6.6/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is decent as it's close to the city center and the Caribenos bus station, but it can feel a bit less desirable at night. The rooms were clean, but I was surprised to find some dirty sheets. The staff was friendly, and the facilities, including the pool, were enjoyable. Overall, it offers good value for money, but the room cleanliness could definitely improve.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were clean but had dirty sheets, which was quite disappointing.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and helpful throughout my stay.
Location
6.0
It's in a decent location near the city center and close to restaurants, but it felt a bit less safe at night.
Dining
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good, especially the pool, which I enjoyed lounging around.
Charlotte
United Kingdom,
November
2024
7.0/10
The hotel is located in a questionable area, which made us a bit uncomfortable during our stay. While the rooms had some issues with cleanliness, the friendly staff really tried to help us. We appreciated the value for money, but the overall experience was dampened by the condition of the linens and the location being a bit unsafe.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms had used dirty sheets, which was quite off-putting, but the space itself was decent.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and attentive, trying their best to assist us during our stay.
Location
5.0
The hotel is close to the Caribenos bus station, but it's situated in a dodgy area that feels unsafe.
Dining
Facilities
Friendly staff
Dirty linens
Tim
United States,
November
2024
6.8/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location is very convenient, being close to downtown and several restaurants, making it easy to explore. The rooms were comfortable, but I was disappointed to find the sheets weren't as clean as I hoped. The service was friendly, but the lack of certain amenities made my stay less enjoyable. Overall, it's a decent choice for the price, but there are definitely areas for improvement.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were comfortable but had used and dirty sheets, which was a letdown.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, which I really appreciated.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a great location, just off downtown and very close to bus terminals and restaurants.
Dining
7.0
I didn't have a chance to dine in the hotel, but there are plenty of nearby restaurants.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were adequate, but I wish there were more amenities available.
Ann
United States,
November
2024
6.4/10
I recently stayed at this hotel and overall, it was a decent experience. The location is convenient, close to downtown and various restaurants, but the area feels a bit sketchy, especially at night. My room, unfortunately, had dirty sheets, which was quite off-putting. On the plus side, the staff was really friendly and accommodating.
Rooms
5.0
My room had used dirty sheets, which was very disappointing.
Service
8.0
The staff was really friendly, making the service feel more welcoming.
Location
5.0
The hotel is close to downtown and several restaurants, but it's in a terrible area that doesn't feel safe at night.
Dining
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were basic; nothing stood out particularly.
Isaac
United Kingdom,
November
2024
6.6/10
The hotel was well-situated close to downtown, making it easy to explore the area. The rooms had three beds but unfortunately, they were not very clean as the sheets had some dirt on them. The staff were friendly and offered useful services like car hire and dry cleaning. However, I felt a bit uncomfortable at night due to the surrounding neighborhood, which seemed unsafe.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms had three beds, but the sheets were used and dirty, which was quite disappointing.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, offering services like car hire and airport shuttle.
Location
5.0
The hotel is close to the main plaza and downtown, but located on a sidewalk in a dangerous neighborhood, which made me uneasy at night.
Dining
Facilities
Juliet
United Kingdom,
October
2024
7.4/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location is fantastic, being just off downtown and within walking distance of tourist attractions, making it super convenient. The rooms, however, were a letdown with dirty sheets, which affected my overall comfort. The service was decent, and the amenities were okay. Overall, it's a good value for money, but cleanliness needs improvement.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms had dirty sheets, which was disappointing, especially for comfort.
Service
7.0
The service was decent; I appreciated the car hire and laundry options.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located just off downtown, making it easy to explore the area on foot.
Dining
Facilities
6.0
The amenities were adequate but not impressive; some modern upgrades would be beneficial.
Steve
United States,
October
2024
6.6/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is decent, close to bus terminals and some restaurants, but it felt a bit sketchy at night. The rooms could definitely use some improvements, as I found some used sheets. On the bright side, the staff was friendly, and the pool area was nice. Overall, it's not the worst place I've stayed, but it could really benefit from some updates.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms had used dirty sheets, which was quite disappointing.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and helpful during my stay.
Location
5.0
The hotel is close to the bus terminals and various restaurants, but I wouldn't recommend going out at night due to safety concerns.
Dining
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was well-kept and provided a nice place to relax.
Francis
United States,
October
2024
7.0/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the location was truly great, being within walking distance of tourist attractions, I was disappointed with the room cleanliness as the sheets were used and dirty. The staff was friendly and accommodating, and the amenities offered a good value for money, but I wish they had taken better care of the rooms.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were not quite up to par with used dirty sheets, which really affected my comfort level.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, providing good service overall.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient, within walking distance of many tourist attractions, though it felt a bit dodgy at times.
Dining
6.0
I didn't find anything special about the dining experience, but the homemade cakes were a nice touch.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities were decent and offered good value for money, but nothing stood out as exceptional.
David
United States,
October
2024
6.2/10
I found the hotel to be a mixed bag. On the plus side, the rooms were spacious and clean, and the staff was quite friendly. However, the location left something to be desired, being in a less than ideal neighborhood. The dining options were limited, which was disappointing. Overall, while I appreciated the cleanliness and comfort, the lack of amenities and concerning location made it feel like a compromise.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, but I noticed some used sheets that should have been replaced.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, but the service could have been more attentive.
Location
5.0
The hotel is located in a neighborhood that felt quite dangerous, which made me uncomfortable at times.
Dining
5.0
Dining options were pretty limited, which made for quite a dull experience.
Facilities
6.0
The amenities available were basic and could use some improvement.
Andrew
United States,
October
2024
5.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located close to downtown and the bus terminals in San Jose, making it easy to get around. Unfortunately, the area felt a bit unsafe, which was a downside. The service I received was satisfactory, but the rooms left something to be desired as they had used, dirty sheets. Overall, it's a decent place to stay for a night or two, but improvements are definitely needed.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms unfortunately had used, dirty sheets, which was quite disappointing.
Service
7.0
The service was okay; the staff were helpful with car hire and airport shuttle arrangements.
Location
5.0
The location is close to downtown and the bus terminals, but the area felt a bit unsafe.
Dining
6.0
I didn't really dine much at the hotel, but I noticed a few creative salads on the menu.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were basic, but they somewhat met my needs for a short stay.