Barceló San José

4.0 star property
Suburban San José hotel in Uruca with 3 restaurants
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

Photo gallery for Barceló San José

Outdoor pool
Interior entrance
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Gift shop
Meeting facility
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

Get more when you're a member

  • Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or higher
  • Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service
  • Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Premium Room (Superior Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite (Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Master)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Similar properties

Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the area

Map
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150

What's nearby

  • Estadio Nacional - 3 min drive
  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive
  • Parque La Sabana - 5 min drive
  • Central Park - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Cuatro Reinas Station - 7 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Cloud - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Dorado - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flor de Loto - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Barceló San José

Upscale hotel located in Uruca
You can look forward to free airport pick-up, a poolside bar and a terrace at Barceló San José. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a facial or a body scrub at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as racquetball/squash. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts and a porter/bellboy
  • A lift, a banquet hall and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 254 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 17 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

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
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact this property at least 36 hours prior to arrival to arrange airport shuttle pickup.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 19 for adults and from USD 19 for children

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Barcelo Palacio
Barcelo Palacio Hotel
Barcelo Palacio Hotel San Jose
Barcelo Palacio San Jose
Barcelo San Jose
Barcelo San Jose Palacio
Palacio Barcelo
Palacio San Jose
San Jose Barcelo Palacio
San Jose Palacio Barcelo
Barcelo Palacio Hotel Costa Rica
Barcelo San Jose Palacio Costa Rica
Barcelo San Jose Palacio Hotel San Jose
Barcelo San Jose Palacio Hotel
San Jose Barcelo
Barceló San José Hotel San Jose
Barceló San José Hotel
Barceló San José San Jose
Barceló San José Hotel
Barceló San José San José
Barceló San José Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Does Barceló San José have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Barceló San José?

As of 22 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barceló San José on 9 Feb 2025 start from AU$140.11, 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.

Is Barceló San José pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Barceló San José?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barceló San José?

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

What time is check-out at Barceló San José?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Barceló San José provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request.

Where is Barceló San José located?

Located in Uruca, this spa hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Museum of Costa Rican Art and Estadio Nacional. Sabana Park and Parque La Sabana are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1035 out of 1589 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1589 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1589 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1589 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1589 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was completely full. Received a suite as an upgrade. How could you complain about that. Staff attentive and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay and shuttle to the airport was great. The outside light outside room 104 was too bright and would flash on and off all night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Luanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful hotel. Angie, Javier and one of the server at the pool restaurant (didn't get her name) were sweet and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian M Alvarado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
D
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tramaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My experience at Barceló San Jose I must say exceeded all expectations. To the wonderful grounds, amazing pool and bar area to the dinning option (both restaurants) and probably the best hotel bar it’s big enough to be a lounge with great drink and food options. Hotel lobby entrance with a piano right in the middle. I would like to pay especially more attention to the three people who stood out the most to me. 1st Linsey she is part of the fabulous wait staff of the entire hotel. My first night I didn’t want to go out in the city and grab dinner cause I was traveling all day so I decided to have dinner on the property at the hotel bar/lounge and what a great decision that was. When I walked in Linsey greeted me with a great smile and ask how can I help you I told her I was here for dinner and she sat me right away with a drink and dinner menu explained my options for food and drinks.overall i never I had to wait for anything and Linsey really made sure my experience was wonderful. Keep up the great work Linsey. Secondly to the awesome team at the pool and bar area Orlando and Jessica. I was traveling all day and I needed a drink and something to eat. Upon my approach to the pool/bar area Orlando was the bartender (speaks great English) Orlando made sure I had a drink and food menu then introduced Jessica as his teammate she greeted me with a warm smile and mentions anythin you need we have it here covered at the pool. Service was top notch. Drinks and food were amazing A
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was responsive. And check in/out was quick and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Wilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They seem to be lacking with the cleaning of the rooms , I had my room either not cleaned one day and on several days I had to ask for the cleaning of the room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A little old feeling. No restaurants open on arrival. Staff were friendly. We waited a long time for a shuttle. We provided our flight number, but we had to wait with other guests for a shuttle. $30 penalty to give up and call a cab. Pool area is nice, but the gardens were really good. Bed was comfortable. I would go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel friendly customer service housekeeping friendly Excellent bottones service thank you very much for your service Luis Arias & Damaris Arias
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Lorena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Okay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leeroy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here a lot, but you never know what the stay will be like. Nice place for rhe price, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos H

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is well maintained , very clean and has a nice ambience. people is very attentive and the restaurant has very good options for breakfast. i love the ambience of elegance which this hotel has. sober elegance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Emerlinda Balboa

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NO OPTION FOR VEGAN FOOD IN THE RESTAURANT! some of the staff are friendly and some just no costumer personality service need some training.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, welcome fruit plate, great pool, comfy bed. Overall great stay breakfast buffet was great the room service hamburger and pasta was not good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Oscar

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Julio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Is a ok place .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot understand why this hotel didn't have lotion body even when I asked for one.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cara-Lynne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this resort for two nights when we landed in San Jose at the beginning of the trip and again for a couple of nights at the end of our trip before we flew out. The hotel has a nice pool and the lobby area is nice. The rooms are standard - not very modern. It is not walkable to downtown - we had a car and drove there, it was not far. Overall would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
4.0