Located near the National Stadium of Costa Rica, Hotel Palma Real offers a warm welcome with free full breakfast and international cuisine at 1. Try your luck at the on-site casino or unwind on the rooftop terrace. With in-room WiFi, shopping mall, and dry cleaning services, this hotel has everything you need.
200 Mts. Norte del ICE, Sabana Norte, San José, San Jose, 694-1005
What's nearby
Sabana Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
National Stadium of Costa Rica - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Museum of Costa Rican Art - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
National Theater - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 11 min drive
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 23 min drive
San Jose Sabana Station - 20 min walk
San Jose Contraloria Station - 20 min walk
San Jose Cemetery Station - 29 min walk
Airport pickup service
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 Palma Real is just 3.4 mi (5.6 km) from the airport and offers pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at 1, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a casino, a rooftop terrace and a bar/lounge. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
68 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Transfers
Airport pick-up (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Bingo
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness centre
Shopping centre on-site
Casino
7 casino gaming tables
90 casino slot machines
Reception hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
1 – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per person
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 5 and 12 costs USD 40
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Also known as
Hotel Palma Real San Jose
Palma Real San Jose
Hotel Palma Real Hotel
Palma Real Hotel Casino
Hotel Palma Real San José
Hotel Palma Real Hotel San José
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Palma Real offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Palma Real 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Palma Real?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Palma Real?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 40 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Palma Real?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Palma Real?
Yes, the 538 square-foot casino features 90 slot machines and 7 gaming tables. Bingo is offered.
What is there to do at Hotel Palma Real and nearby?
Hotel Palma Real has a casino and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Palma Real?
Yes, 1 offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Palma Real like?
Hotel Palma Real is in Mata Redonda, a short 7-minute walk from Sabana Park and 11 minutes' walk from National Stadium of Costa Rica.
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Hotel Palma Real Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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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 Exceptional
12 December 2024
Great place to stay!
Clean and comfortable accommodations and a staff that was super friendly and super helpful!
Laurie
Laurie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 October 2024
I love the location, the room was nice and clean
Milenne
Milenne, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
The property was clean. The staff was helpful and great with patrons who don't speak Spanish. Breakfast and other meals were excellent.
linda
linda, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 November 2024
Nice staff. It’s close to airport but if it’s rush hour….doesn't feel too close to airport.
Janice
Janice, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Good location....the staff....food....room...everything was excellent.
DANETTE
DANETTE, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 October 2024
It was my second day with them, and I always enjoyed the time there. The staff is wonderful.
Marc
Marc, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 August 2024
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
Juliana
Juliana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 September 2024
This is my second stay here in San Jose. I really enjoy the friendly staff and how accommodating they are.
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 March 2024
Affordable and comfortable hotel.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 September 2024
Good price and location. Free breakfast. Not a fancy breakfast but plenty of good food. Should add cinnamon rolls with raisins on top.
Randall
Randall, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
The staff was courteous and helpful, and I received the traditional Costa Rican hospitality.
Marc
Marc, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 April 2024
Great hotel.
Great hotel. Good food! Nicest people work there!
Marc
Marc, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 July 2024
I have at this hotel many times and have gotten to know the people there. Enjoy seeing friends again
Jack
Jack, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2024
Excellent hotel with very kind staff. The breakfast served was sumptuous
Bharath
Bharath, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 January 2023
Staff was very helpful and the breakfast was excellent.
Harry
Harry, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 February 2024
Great property
Danny
Danny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 October 2022
Nice hotel with a great staff.
Phillip
Phillip, 10-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 April 2024
Quit place, surrounding safe,walk freely
Ishwar
Ishwar, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2024
It was good.
Lilian
Lilian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 July 2024
They were there to greet us and took our suitcases. Check in was easy and simple. Nice room. Food was very close. Nice staff
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2023
The service was excellent and the location of the hotel was very convenient.
Max
Max, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 December 2023
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.
Sudipta
Sudipta, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 September 2023
Great breakfast
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 February 2024
Awesome staff extremely helpful
olman
olman, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
8 October 2024
Construction. No notice just a rude Awaken early in the morning!