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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Barceló San José
This classic hotel is located in a quiet area of San José, 3 km from the city centre. It offers an outdoor pool, tennis court and complementary WiFi connection and shuttle to and from the airport, this service must be booked 36 hours in advanced.
The air-conditioned rooms at the Barceló San José feature carpeted floors, flat-screen TV and views of the city or mountains. Each one comes with a coffee-maker and mini bar.
The Barceló San José has 3 restaurants, Anfora Restaurant, Miyako Japanese and El Rancho Grill Restaurant also you will find a bar on site.
There is a spa with a fitness centre, hot tub and a range of treatments. Other facilities include a 3 squash court, 2 tennis court and 1 pickleball court free for guests booking in advance directly at the gym.
Juan Santamaría Airport is a 10.56 miles drive from the hotel, and an airport shuttle service is available on request. You can drive to Sabana Park and the National Stadium in 10 minutes.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Top pick by families with children
Breakfast info
Continental, American, Buffet
Rooms with:
Mountain view
Pool view
Terrace
Free private parking available at the hotel
Loyal customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Availability
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Please select one or more options you want to book
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
7.9
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Amrita
Suriname
“The breakfast was really good with healthy food, such as chickpea, courgette, broccoli, potato, eggs, fruits, pancakes, etc. The coffee was delicious. The bed was soft, the room was very large. There was a sitting sofa. We were at six floor, which...”
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Olena
Ukraine
“The best hotel in San Jose,Costa Rica .10/10. Excellent service, wonderful hearty varied breakfasts, clean spacious rooms, shower, hair dryer, coffee maker, flat screen, Wi-Fi, quiet place. A beautiful park near the hotel will replace a trip to...”
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Mary
Trinidad and Tobago
“The hotel was very nicely appointed, with a lovely lobby area, and a clean and comfortable bedroom. Meals were varied, ample and tasty. I also enjoyed the very talented female pianist playing live on the evenings I was a guest.”
Christopher
United Kingdom
“Very nice hotel providing good value for money. Decent food at the poolside restaurant. Friendly staff and free airport shuttle service.”
Carlos
Canada
“Everything was just great, from the room to the pool.”
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Ryan
Australia
“Beautiful gardens and great breakfast selection. Free airport transportation”
Arlene
Canada
“Inviting lobby. Quick check-in. Secure elevator. Comfortable well appointed room.”
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Ma
Switzerland
“A very comfortable and nice place to rest after a long travel”
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Peter
United Kingdom
“Lovely hotel with helpful staff and lots of facilities, including a pool. Great breakfast.
We were upgraded to an enormous and beautiful suite, which was really special.”
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Simon
United Kingdom
“Excellent comfortable hotel that is very convenient for airport. A free shuttle is provided.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
3 restaurants on site
Restaurante Ánfora
Cuisine
International
Ambiance
Family friendly
Restaurante El Rancho Grill
Cuisine
Grill/BBQ
Ambiance
Family friendly • Traditional
Restaurante Japonés Miyako
Cuisine
Japanese
Ambiance
Family friendly • Romantic
House rules
Barceló San José takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
At the hotel we care about the well-being of our clients, we follow protocols in the face of the COVID 19 situation, we have the Safe Travels seal and we follow the chain-level program called We Care About You
Please note that the airport shuttle has to be reserved with at least 36 hours prior arrival. If reservation is made with less time, charges may be applicable.
Please note that guests booking 6 or more rooms may be contacted by the property to make the payment within the next 72 hours to guarantee the reservation.
The official time for Check In is at 14:00, if you want an early check in you must consult directly with the property, this service is subject to availability and against an additional charge, as well as Late check out.
Juan Santamaría Airport is a 10.56 miles drive from the hotel and an airport service is available on resquest. You can drive to Sabana Park and the National Stadium in 1.98 miles
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Suriname“The breakfast was really good with healthy food, such as chickpea, courgette, broccoli, potato, eggs, fruits, pancakes, etc. The coffee was delicious. The bed was soft, the room was very large. There was a sitting sofa. We were at six floor, which...”
Ukraine“The best hotel in San Jose,Costa Rica .10/10. Excellent service, wonderful hearty varied breakfasts, clean spacious rooms, shower, hair dryer, coffee maker, flat screen, Wi-Fi, quiet place. A beautiful park near the hotel will replace a trip to...”
Trinidad and Tobago“The hotel was very nicely appointed, with a lovely lobby area, and a clean and comfortable bedroom. Meals were varied, ample and tasty. I also enjoyed the very talented female pianist playing live on the evenings I was a guest.”
Christopher
United Kingdom“Very nice hotel providing good value for money. Decent food at the poolside restaurant. Friendly staff and free airport shuttle service.”
Canada“Everything was just great, from the room to the pool.”
Australia“Beautiful gardens and great breakfast selection. Free airport transportation”
Switzerland“A very comfortable and nice place to rest after a long travel”
