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Calle 33 entre Avenida 1 y 3 , Barrio Escalante, 10105 San José, Costa Rica

#97 of 124 hotels in San José

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 368 hotel reviews

7.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.5

  • Comfort

    7.3

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    7.0

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: May 15, 2025

    6.0
    Great for stopover stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Basic room, no hot water.

    Great location in San Jose. Near lots of nice bars and restaurants.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good location, friendly Staff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2025

    8.0
    Good bargain, and you get what you pay for
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Felt like we could feel every spring in the very thin mattress, but we knew it was a bargain hotel and didn't particularly expect much better. Very plain and humble room, and the door lock was a joke. Parking was a bit tricky -- we ended up going around the block a few times then parking a few blocks away only to learn they had parking available at the property. All the spots out front when we arrived were taken so there wasn't a good spot to temporarily park to check-in. However, eventually a spot opened up and we were able to successfully parallel park in front of the hotel where we felt security would be good enough.

    Great staff, cool neighborhood. Included breakfast is always a major plus!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    See my previous review.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2025

    8.0
    Wonderful apart from the most uncomfortable bed ever.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff, location, price,free breakfast, wi-fi, and hot showers were awesome!! We stayed here twice while we were in Costa Rica and had room 4 both times. The bed was so uncomfortable. It dipped on both sides and we could feel the springs in our backs. I have a spring bruise! Our daughter came to stay for a night because we needed to leave for an early excursion the next morning. The only room they had left slept four, so we slept in there with her. The beds in that room were much better! I can't attest to the beds in the other standard single rooms, but say hell no to room 4. 😂

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2025

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The walls are like paper, you can literally hear "anything" what your neighbors are doing.

    Very nice and friendly staff. The breakfast was very good. Super location to walk around, vibrant neighborhood with lots of restaurants.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Narrow parking

    Nice position

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 1, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel is located right next to train tracks which can be a bit difficult. They don't run overnight so shouldn't cause many issues. Noise cancelling headphones and some white noise does the trick

    Breakfast and service was really good

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    8.0
    Easy Last Night
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our second stay was brief but great!

    We came back to this hotel and it was great. They held our bags, checked us in a little later and were able to check us out early. I liked the double room better than the balcony room even if it was smaller. We had to leave early and didnt get breakfast but it was great previously.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    8.0
    Great Location and Excellent Staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Suite with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The mattresses were a little firm, we appreciated the extra blankets since it was a little cold, but there was a slight issue with the shower instructions not immediately available. You cant increase the water to much and you have to wait some time for the hot water. We noticed this was only an issue in our first room, not the second so not sure if it is a hotel wide. The staff member on duty was very helpful and it was clear they checked the shower the next day.

    The location was great, its a cute neighbourhood, about 15min/30min walk from the major museums and downtown core. The room was basic but was clean and quiet. The place felt very safe. Staff were absolutely wonderful! We were promptly checked in, breakfast available if we wanted it (also the breakfast was great!) and the little restaurant area was super cute, and they were able to hold our luggage for a small fee. When we did have a slight issue with the shower the staff was prompt in making sure that we could get it fixed. Plus they have a cute hotel cat (not allowed in the rooms) which was a bonus!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2025

    7.0
    Great location, good breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bed was uncomfortable. Shower didn't drain very well.

    Great location, hot water.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2025

    6.0
    I would not stay two nights.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some noise in my room since the garage was next door. You can hear the guests walking late at night on the second floor. Also the tv set did not work well. I had to ask for help.

    The old-fashioned building.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2025

    6.0
    Great location, lovely staff, keep expectations low
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed was uncomfortable. On a train track so noise was quite spectacular.

    Excellent location for bars and restaurants - and staff were friendly and helpful. Great breakfast.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom had a bad and musty smell TV did not work

    Breakfast Customer service

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 18, 2025

    6.0
    Noisey but lovely.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location of the hotel means you hear the rains beeping all night, the floor creeks as did the beds. You’ll be fine if you are a deep sleeper, but we barely slept because of the noise.

    Bathroom and hot water, internet and facilities are great.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 18, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    - mold in the bathroom - no shower curtain - noisy - thin toiletpaper

    + friendly staff + good wifi + hot water + good location + decent breakfast

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2024

    8.0
    Its a great hotel for its value. The staff is amazing, breakfast is amazing, the hot shower!! is amazing. Could do bette
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The floors were very creaky and loud. You can also hear everything from the hallways and the surroundings of the hotel. The first room I stayed in had a strong, humid smell.

    I loved the staff (special thanks to Alex and Ana for being so nice and helpful), the cat (Klaus is so cute), the location and the breakfast.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2024

    6.0
    A centric decent place if you don’t mind the noise and the smell
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom in the room had a lot of mold on the ceiling and walls so it made the whole room smell very strongly to humidity. Also the window didn’t close completely and since the hotel is next to the train tracks, it was loud.

    It is located very central to go to restaurants and bars in Barrio Escalante, and the street was safe enough. The room was big and the staff were nice. The breakfast was really tasty and the restaurant is nicely decorated.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2024

    8.0
    Alles ok
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Preis Leistung war total in Ordnung- you get what you pay for

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 30, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nice little hotel in a very cool spot in San José. Breakfast was very tasty.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was small and had strong mold smell. We barely had decent cover, I felt so cold at night.

    Breakfast was good and we enjoyed the morning coffee. Staff were nice and accommodating.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 14, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    low water flow when showering. It stopped at sometimes when covered in soap.

    The room was avarage. A bit dirty in the bathroom upon arrival such as spiderweb in the ceiling and plastic residues from previous guests. Large bathroom though but low on warm water Amazing service at breakfast..

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 12, 2024

    8.0
    Good, family-style pension-like environment, with clean oldish rooms, excellent location
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    they lock you in after hours (or out), so have to phone front desk to be let out or in. I had a tour at 4 40AM and, from the lobby, had to phone front desk - the person appeared immediately, but this gave me a scare. no restaurant in hotel (though lots of them close by). basic infra, though spacious and quiet room. very thin toilet paper.

    very good location, very clean, within 15 min walk of central san jose, far enough from crowded streets, several restaurants within 2 block range, good wifi, friendly staff, good regional breakfast. very close to major museums and downtown attractions. this is more of a nice pension-like accommodation, so do not expect hotel frills. For instance, front desk personnel also serve breakfast. excellent cost/benefit as compared to similar ones closer to downtown.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 10, 2024

    8.0
    Convenient location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was some noise in the hallway during the night when people returned to the hotel late at night. You can hear it from your room. There were no toiletries.

    The breakfast was very good, especially the coffee, prepared to the Costa Rica traditional style (cafe chorreado) The staff is very friendly.

    Stayed in November 2024

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