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Hotel Palma Real

3.5 star property
Experience modern comfort amidst vibrant culture. Savor international cuisine while trying your luck at one of 90 slot machines.

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Master Suite | Living room
Master Suite | Private kitchenette
Master Suite
Exterior
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 or 2 Beds

Standard Room, 1 or 2 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Master Suite

Master Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1130.1 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
200 Mts. Norte del ICE, Sabana Norte, San José, San Jose, 694-1005

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 7 min walk
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 11 min walk
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 12 min walk
  • National Theater - 5 min drive
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Sabana Station - 20 min walk
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cloud - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Dorado - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪RostiPollos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Flor de Loto - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Palma Real

Hotel near National Stadium of Costa Rica
Located close to Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater, Hotel Palma Real provides free full breakfast, a casino, and a rooftop terrace. For those looking to try their luck, this hotel boasts bingo, 7 casino gaming tables, and 90 slot machines. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, 1, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a shopping mall on site and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Airport pick-up service (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and luggage storage
  • A reception hall, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services, a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 68 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 1

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 7 gaming tables
  • 90 slot machines
  • Bingo
  • Casino (538 square feet of space)
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless 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 24 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 40 (from 5 to 12 years old)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Palma Real San Jose
Palma Real Hotel
Palma Real San Jose
Hotel Palma Real

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Palma Real pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Palma Real?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Palma Real on Mar 9, 2025 start from CA $134.34, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Hotel Palma Real?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Palma Real?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Palma Real provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel. A fee of USD 40 per person applies.

Where is Hotel Palma Real located?

Located in Mata Redonda, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of National Stadium of Costa Rica and Museum of Costa Rican Art. National Theater and National Center of Art and Culture are also within 3 mi (5 km). San Jose Sabana Station is 20 minutes by foot and San Jose Contraloria Station is 20 minutes.

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Hotel Palma Real Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 388 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeromey

Very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Halina

Everyone was very nice to me and very helpful
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milenne

I love the location, the room was nice and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

WISH I COULD HAVE STAYED LONGER
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

The property was clean. The staff was helpful and great with patrons who don't speak Spanish. Breakfast and other meals were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Janice

Nice staff. It’s close to airport but if it’s rush hour….doesn't feel too close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANETTE

Good location....the staff....food....room...everything was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

It was my second day with them, and I always enjoyed the time there. The staff is wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Juliana

Over all a good place but the first floor rooms near the road were noisy at night and pillows way too hard. The food was amazing spectacular breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

This is my second stay here in San Jose. I really enjoy the friendly staff and how accommodating they are.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Affordable and comfortable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Good price and location. Free breakfast. Not a fancy breakfast but plenty of good food. Should add cinnamon rolls with raisins on top.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

The staff was courteous and helpful, and I received the traditional Costa Rican hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Great hotel.
Great hotel. Good food! Nicest people work there!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is old and has no amenities. I was never offered any upgrade. Rooms were bare and very outdated. AC unit was incredibly noisy and breakfast staff was not that friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

I have at this hotel many times and have gotten to know the people there. Enjoy seeing friends again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bharath

Excellent hotel with very kind staff. The breakfast served was sumptuous
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Harry

Staff was very helpful and the breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Danny

Great property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ishwar

Quit place, surrounding safe,walk freely
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Nice hotel with a great staff.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lilian

It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

They were there to greet us and took our suitcases. Check in was easy and simple. Nice room. Food was very close. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

The service was excellent and the location of the hotel was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sudipta

Good breakfast, nice hotel
We stayed only 1 night in this hotel during our 7 days Costa Rica visit in Dec 2023. Everything looks great specifically breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
3.5