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Barceló San José

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Restaurant
Interior entrance
Aerial view
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

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Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite (Level)

Highlights

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

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Suite (Master)

Suite (Master)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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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 - 2.6 km
  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Parque La Sabana - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Cuatro Reinas Station - 7 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 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 near Sabana Park
Near National Stadium of Costa Rica, Barceló San José provides free airport pick-up, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a massage, or a facial at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like 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 like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts, and a ballroom
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 254 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 19 for adults and 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 smoke detector, 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)

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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 Apr 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barceló San José on Apr 22, 2025 start from CA $114.71, 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.

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?

Check-out 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 mi (2 km) of Museum of Costa Rican Art and Estadio Nacional. Sabana Park and Parque La Sabana are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1050 out of 1608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1608 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

Dorin

Quick check-in, friendly staff, beautiful room/hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Very nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MURAT

very nice clean good hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Clean and safe I enjoyed it very much
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

humberto

Great nature trail
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

This hotel is beautiful. It was very comfortable and the service was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

I would choose this hotel for my next visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jatna

It was a good experience, i will come back, very Coformtable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

The hotel and property are very nice and I would recommend this hotel if you are visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Very nice and relaxing place to stay during our time in San Jose. Tennis courts were well above expectation and having the squash facility was a nice extra. The pool area and grounds were very nice. Overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalie

Always enjoy my stay here, i stay at this property when i arrive late into san jose, love that they have a shuttle that runs late, property is beautiful, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

The most comfortable hotel bed I’ve ever stayed in. Great pool and onsite food options. This hotel had a resort feel which was perfect for our 4 night stay in San Jose. We were able to arrange tours directly from the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilbert

Great swimming pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerson

Great location, great staff, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

The hotel is very clean and the staff were extremely helpful and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

I really recommend this hotel. Nothing to complain about.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Shuttle service. Wonderful suite. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

regina

Nice pool area. Clean. Staff are friendly and efficient. Good pianist playing in the lobby .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berlioth

Love to stay at this Hotel, the staff recognized me as I visto often, is clean, restaurants are good speothe one by the pool! Recommend this Hotel for your atay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berlioth

Great place to stay, well maintained, all staff are helpful and friendly! Breakfast buffet is the best with variations of food, centrally located! Have stayed here twice a year 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

I stayed in the suite and it was incredibly beautiful and comfortable. Everyone in the hotel was attentive. The grounds are very beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berlioth

Room bed needs care it was a little worn out, other than that the view and size is great, loved the staff is very friendly and makes your stay familiar. All the restaurants are great and food is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

The owner was very friendly and welcoming. The location is great for walking to some of the best museums and sights. A few great restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enmanuel

Great place to stay. The counter service could be a bit better and have a person who greets the customers.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Excellent place to stay and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025