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Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

3.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with restaurant, near Pre-Colombian Gold Museum

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Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
View from room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Room service
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Flat-panel TV
The price is P5,916
P6,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

Room options

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Deluxe

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Presidential Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Belford

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 74 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Room (Plus)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Plus

Highlights

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

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Living room

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 90 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Superior Plus

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite 514

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 39.8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite Gales

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 49 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Morazan Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Central Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mercado Central - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 31 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 7 min walk
  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 10 min walk
  • San Jose Fercori Station - 11 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azotea Calle 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Las Condes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪1930 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

At Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 119 rooms
  • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Express check-out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (7 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
  • Pets must be supervised

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured, covered onsite valet parking
  • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (5909 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1955
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Designer stores on site
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 34.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children costs USD 11.00 (one-way)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Balmoral Hotel
Balmoral Hotel San Jose
Balmoral San Jose
Hotel Balmoral

Frequently asked questions

Does Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?
Yes, there's free valet parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 34.00 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (1-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (14-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as rafting and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and ecotours. Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District also has a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?
Yes, EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District like?
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District is in Carmen, a short 7-minute walk from San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station and 2 minutes' walk from Plaza de la Cultura. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Chandramouli, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great service
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

simone, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I booked the Balmoral because it was in the historic district downtown, so I knew we'd be in the center of the city. I wanted to see the old section and we found the Museum of Costa Rica, which is housed in an old fort, right downtown. There was an restaurant sort of attached to the hotel which was very convenient and perfect for a nice dinner. Our room was very spacious, the bathroom had been remodeled and the was was hot - a must for us! The only thing missing was a washcloth, but I had packed one so we were good. the staff was very helpful, friendly and accommodating. Overall a great experience.
Dianne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Claudia, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Una de las Mejores Carbonaras que he comido en mi vida en El Rest. El Patio!
Keylor, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Recomendable
Élfego, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was wonderful, nice and quiet place to stay, well kept up with throughout the hotel, food was delicious, staff was so nice and helpful. Definitely coming back
Angela, 6-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and great central place to stay!
Charles, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Esperanza Funeral Homes, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Just fine, kind of a little bit hard to park anyway
Cloud, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

María, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Quite place to stay in dowtown San José
Belen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mario, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Lawrence, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yoana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Parking and delicious breakfast included. Staff was kind and helpful. The parking attendants were easily available. The cleaning staff took good care of the room. The restaurant staff was attentive. The location was central to all the hot spots. Perfect location. I would recommend to friends and family.
Prisma, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Not back to before COVID but still a nice and clean hotel. Staff is great, restaurant has good food. I missed the coffee makers in the room.
R, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Easy parking, convenient, safe and walkable areas. Instead of having a refrigerator, you should upgrade to a bigger television. There were issues with your shower head, water was leaking outside of the shower. Need to have an Iron in the room.
Randy, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Their water pump was not working so we did not have any water to wash or shower. The receptionist said the hotel would refund our stay through expedia , but I have not received any response from the hotel or expedia yet!
fiona, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Hotel past its prime...
We stayed for 2 nights and did not have water for the majority of the time. The hotel wouldn't move our room and would not give us a refund. The phones were also messed up as were got calls in the middle of the night and tons of messages from the reception/laundry etc that were not for us. What was most disappointing was seeing how the staff at the front desk talked to their cleaning staff. The description and pictures of the hotel are out-of-date, since many of the shops and cafes are no longer in operation. The only good things I can say is that the valet workers were super helpful and the restaurant (including the service) was great.
Rachel, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

The property was clean although the room smelled old and affected my breathing. The customer service was below standard. No one communicated about the water shortage for two consecutive frays before I had to find another hotel to stay.
Sandra, 6-night trip
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2/10 Poor

No
We got a doulble room and the shower did not work in one of the rooms. There was no water pressure. At checkouts they told us that a set of sheets were stained and needed to be replaced. We acknowledged the stain and they told us that the cost to replace the sheets would be $395.00
1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Sonia, 3-night trip
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