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Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

3.5 star property
Art Deco San José hotel in Carmen with free breakfast

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Flat-screen TV
Suite Belford
Suite Belford
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District offers a warm welcome with free breakfast and international cuisine at EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL restaurant. Explore designer stores on site, grab a coffee at one of the 2 coffee shops/cafes, or unwind with WiFi in your room. Previous guests rave about the dining options and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb

Room options

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Deluxe

Deluxe

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Belford

Suite Belford

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 74 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Room (Plus)

Standard Room (Plus)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2014
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Plus

Deluxe Plus

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Living room

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 90 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Superior Plus

Superior Plus

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite 514

Suite 514

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 39.8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite Gales

Suite Gales

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 49 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior

Superior

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Central Ave, between 7th and 9th St, San José, San Jose, 3344-1000

What's nearby

  • Morazan Park - 3 min walk
  • National Theater - 3 min walk
  • Jade Museum - 4 min walk
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 5 min walk
  • Mercado Central - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 7 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azotea Calle 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Las Condes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪RostiPollos - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Hotel near Morazan Park
Located close to Pre-Colombian Gold Museum and National Theater, Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District provides free breakfast (local cuisine), designer shops on-site and 2 coffee shops/cafes. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and children's meals. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free valet parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and multilingual staff
  • Concierge services, a reception hall and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 119 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (5,909 square foot of space)

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 7 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (one-way)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Balmoral Hotel
Balmoral Hotel San Jose
Balmoral San Jose
Hotel Balmoral

Frequently asked questions

Is Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District on 17 Feb 2025 start from AU$194.35, 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 Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District located?

Located in Carmen, this hotel is steps away from Pre-Colombian Gold Museum and National Theater. Morazan Park and Jade Museum are also within 5 minutes. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 7 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 10 minutes.

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the property and the location but my favorite thing about this property is the staff. So professional, friendly and kind. Really made my stay enjoyable. I love the restaurant, El Patio. The food is fresh and delicious, but again, the staff stands out, especially Marlon, who went above and beyond to make sure I had an amazing dining experience. Thank you so much, Marlon, El Patio and Balmoral Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lonita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In historic district
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property wasn't as clean as i would like and the management wasn't as prompt to my questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed for two nights and it was a comfortable stay after a late flight. Very close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Staff were friendly too. Rooms were clean, breakfast was good. A/C and TV were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kyle

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We arrived at the checkin desk and there was one person working and a couple checking in. She asked us to sit and wait and she would call us up to the counter. Another couple was in the seating area and they said they were waiting because their room was not ready and they had already checked in, we were next. While we were waiting another couple came in and were helped before we were, not a huge deal, another checkin agent also arrived as there was only one person doing checkins. While checking in I was asked to pay for the room, I told them I booked on Expedia and it should be paid. She was very unfriendly and said the room was not paid for and wanted to know how I was going to pay. I said again that it was paid for. Her associate helped her find that the room was in fact paid for. She was very unfriendly. That evening around 8:00 PM the phone in the room rang and it was Anna from the front desk, same girl that checked us in. She said our card was declined and I had to come down to the front desk and pay for the room. She was VERY unfriendly this time. I told again the room was paid for.She said it was not and If I wanted to stay the night I had to come down to the front desk. She was very rude. I was almost dressed to head down and the phone rang again and it was Anna, she said it was a mistake, the room was paid for. I went down anyway to talk to her. I was not asked for a card to cover any additional expenses and needed to know how she had my credit card information. She
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Esther, Sydney

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The people are very friendly but the hotel and the beds and linnen need desperately to be upgraded, towles are clean but fall apart bed is old ect
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic. Our room was good. The restaurant on this property was just perfect. Food was perfect. We were here 5 nights museums are walkable. Easy to catch a tour here. We would come back. A real gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well situated and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

S Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Aida

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Gil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is more like a 2 star hotel. Quite outdated. The pictures were probably taken several years ago. I would not recommend coming with young kids
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

cecile, bettendorf

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yancin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing hotel love it
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shashank

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the best place to stay. I think they put me in the basement. There were no windows, the AC worked sometimes- I never knew when it would turn on. Very noisy. The hair dryer is from the 1980s and it was melting when I turned it on high!! So I didn’t get to use that. The bed was okay. They advertise 2 restaurant and a bar and coffee all day. Nope. I didn’t have a coffee maker in my room, the only way to get coffee if if I go to the restaurant. So I was very grumpy. There was supposed to be a little “cafe” to get snacks and drink but it was closed and so was the restaurant and bar. I did not feel safe walking around downtown as a female solo traveler. Just don’t go out at night and don’t wear anything flashy. The only thing good I can say is the front desk and staff were very nice and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sadie

Travelled with partner
Fine for the night after getting in late to San Jose. Our key kept on not working. Front desk was held up and took 30 minutes to check in AND check out and had to wait about as long to get them to come up and fix our door.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

David, Douglasville

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I have been staying at this hotel for many years it’s a great hotel but they need to get back the way it was before.breakfast was not good the way it was they had a breakfast buffet back in the days they give you four choices to pick from which is not good also the a/c was not working good not as cold.but all said the location and shops restaurants is great I will stay there again but the management needs to work on the little things.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jorge

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Front desk service was rude to my father multiple times. Zero respect shown to this customer. Even tried to buy a cole zero at the front desk and was unable to. Watch the camera video as we waited over ten minutes and were never sold the beverage we requested. Also told there was no parking for our 2025 land cruiser. The garage help desk men were nice but the front reception men were the worst we have ever experienced. Will not return to be treated so poorly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tilak

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Valerie

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Safe hotel. Congenial staff. Service in restaurant was uneven during breakfast. But fine for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024