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Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Plaza de la Cultura
your current months are October, 2024 and November, 2024.
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November 2024

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Lobby
2 restaurants, dinner served, local cuisine
Lobby sitting area
Staircase
Rooftop bar, al fresco dining, open daily
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

9.0 out of 10
Guests loved the amenities.
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, San Jose, 2922-1000

What's nearby

  • Plaza de la Cultura - 2 min walk
  • National Theater - 3 min walk
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk
  • Central Park - 6 min walk
  • Mercado Central - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 8 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azotea Calle 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ave. 2 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Presidente

Upscale hotel near Plaza de la Cultura
Located close to National Theater and Templo de Música, Hotel Presidente provides a rooftop terrace, a garden and a library. Enjoy local cuisine and al fresco dining at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a TV in reception
  • A lift, smoke-free property and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast and central location
Room features
All 80 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Norwegian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Las Americas Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1963
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 18 for adults and from USD 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Presidente Hotel
Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente Costa Rica
Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Presidente Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Presidente pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Presidente?

As of 20 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Presidente on 22 Sept 2024 start from AU$224.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Presidente?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Presidente?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Presidente?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hotel Presidente provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Presidente located?

Located in Catedral, this hotel is steps away from Plaza de la Cultura and National Theater. Templo de Música and Parque Espana are also within 5 minutes. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 8 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 11 minutes.

Hotel Presidente Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 671 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sheila, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting San Jose. The location is very central- half a block to the pedestrian mall and 4 blocks to the National Museum. Most other sites are also within walking distance. We had dinner at the hotel restaurant and couldn’t have been more pleased. Good breakfast, friendly and attentive staff, comfy beds, hot shower and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Joenny

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place had great design, staff, food, drinks. No negative comments
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Diane

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nothing like the pictures. The rooms were tight and smelled of cleansers. There was one table next to the beds. There definitely is not a shuttle to the airport and the cars cost about 45.00$ to the airport. In a better note, the staff at the restaurant were helpful and nice. The steaks were tough but the soup great. But overall, the hotel is very tired in appearance and Beds and bedding. I would definitely not stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christa Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Presidente! The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, the room was very clean and comfortable. I ate at the on site restaurant, it was very pretty and delicious! The breakfast also has a ton of variety with a buffet as well as menu items ($18 usd). The location is walkable to many of the attractions in downtown San Jose, although the downtown area is a bit sketchy (not for the faint of heart) and unsafe after dark. If you are flying in/ out of San Jose and need a place to stay, this hotel is well worth the price!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Th Hotel Presidente was a fun and conveniently located place to stay on my recent trip to San Jose. It was super clean, the staff were friendly and extremely helpful, and the breakfast was great. I’d definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Gerardo Mora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with clean and modern rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was a surprise because it was so nice and the staff so helpful. The food at the breakfast and restaurant was also great. We had a wonderful time there, would recommend it for anyone wanting to spend a few days in San Jose to see the city and the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hospitable staff, location close to many spots in San Jose
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice and updated. Room very clean and staff was friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed the restaurant in the hotel for dinner, beautiful balcony and delicious meal. The only negative is the area around the hotel seems very unsafe and dirty, not the hotels fault but we were surprised by the area when we arrived. Maybe it’s just normal for San Jose but we didn’t feel safe walking around and stayed in our room and decided not to wonder around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique decor, excellent breakfast and coffee, very professional and friendly staff. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone coming to San Jose and would stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William, Broomfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay in the middle of the CBD. The staff was awesome; if anything was needed, they were overwhelmingly helpful. I would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

laurie

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near downtown for pedestrian walking, friendly and helpful staff, excellent breakfast. Good restaurant and view of the city from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5-star hotel. Highly recommend.
I can’t say enough good things about this hotel. The staff was amazing. We bookended our vacation in Costa Rica by staying a night at both ends of it at the Hotel Presidente. We flew in to San Jose and then traveled to other cities. San Jose doesn’t have much to offer. However, this property really stands out and provides their guests with an actual experience. I wish I could remember the names of the team members who helped us out. They were so friendly and accommodating. I was in CR with friends to celebrate my 50th bday and they really made it special. They put amazing amenities in our room—both times. I never would have expected it, but it was such a nice touch. Their attention to detail was spectacular. When we drove up, it was pouring out. They greeted us at the car, gave us umbrellas, and helped us in with our luggage. The check in process was quick and easy. The front desk staff was incredible. They provided dining suggestions and helped us with directions. What made this place really stand out was how they handled a negative situation. Our room had been recently painted and it still had a very strong paint smell. I asked if there was a way to change rooms (I never want to be that guy)—even if it was a room downgrade. They gladly switched us, and actually upgraded us to a gorgeous, enormous room. To top it off, their breakfast buffet has something for everyone and their hotel bar is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5-star hotel with over-the-top staff
The property was beautiful and the staff was amazing. We stayed there twice on our trip—once in the beginning and once at the end. It bookended our vacation. For the second stay on our trip, they had recently painted our room and the smell of paint was a bit strong. I asked if there was the ability to change to another room—even a downgrade—and they were very accommodating. More than that, they upgraded us. I can’t say enough amazing things about the staff. The hotel was clean, the breakfast they offered was great, the hotel bar was classy, and the drinks were delicious. They didn’t skip on the details at all. It was pouring outside when we were checking in, and the staff came outside to help us with our bags and gave us an umbrella for the walk in. The front desk team gave us dining and shopping recommendations, and helped us with directions. They were so friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend.
From our first night’s stay
From our second night’s stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Character, nice staff, excellent buffet breakfast.
Part of the hotel was under construction, but it was not a problem. It was a former factory, so the layout is a little strange, but it has a lot of character. The room was spacious, the bathroom was spacious, and it was clean. The mini frig didn't work well enough to keep food in there, but drinks would be fine. The buffet breakfast was VERY good! It is super convenient to the city center; however, that does mean traffic noise early in the morning. We were getting up early anyway, so it wasn't a problem. But if you plan to sleep in and are sensitive to noise, this might not be the place for you. There is one restaurant in the hotel; a little expensive in my opinion, but the tomato soup was excellent. The staff was very nice. I would return to this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suresh

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed our stay at Hotel Presidente. Staff were super helpful and welcoming, and the room itself catered to all our needs. Defintely recommend this hotel!! Location was walkable distance to all downtown attractions and food places.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Onsite Restaurant/Bar & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
4.0