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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
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Free valet parking
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District offers a warm welcome with free breakfast and international cuisine at EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL restaurant. Explore designer stores on site, grab a coffee at one of the 2 coffee shops/cafes, or unwind with WiFi in your room. Previous guests rave about the dining options and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Room service
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Limited on-site parking
The current price is HK$738
HK$833 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 38 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite Belford

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room (Plus)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2014
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Plus

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Living room

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Plus

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite 514

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite Gales

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 49 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

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
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 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
  • ‪Restaurante Avenida 2 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Las Condes - ‬2 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 centre 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 Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and restaurant.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

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

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 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 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
    • No cots (infant beds)

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 on-site valet parking
    • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Off-site

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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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)

Travelling with children

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

What to do

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

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (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 centre
  • Designer shops on-site
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
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Special features

Dining

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 6)
  • Local 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 15 (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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Balmoral Hotel San Jose
Balmoral San Jose
Balmoral Hotel
Balmoral Hotel San José CR Historic District
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District Hotel
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District San José
Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District Hotel San José
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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 that you 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 spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 40 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 on-site 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 practise 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 centre.

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. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and wonderful by multiple guests. (30 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and felt safe with valet parking available. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great service clean good restaurant great location friendly helpful staff
broderick kieth, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great Place to stay
Sedrick, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

They should have more staff at the time of check in/out so you don’t have to wait 20 minutes. Each room should have a small fridge.
ANDREA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Arrived 2 hours early. My room was ready. Welcoming staff. Clean. Well located.
Leonarda, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

In a center, close to all points of interest in San Jose.
Boris, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

We enjoyed our short stay
Montgomery, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Hotel was in a great location and the staff was very nice. It’s a little on the older side and could use some refreshing. But it was clean and comfortable for our stay. The location is perfect for walking to the central market and the cultural museums.
Linda, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Very good location for exploring central San Jose. Value for money hotel.
malcolm, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location for shopping.
Inga, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place in a good location, friendly staff.
DAVID, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel was nice clean and quiet, i enjoyed the dinning area very spacious and clean

10/10 Excellent

Very closely located to places I wanted to see in the city..
Antonio, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Central location
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great service and wonderful people. The staff is always on point with the guests needs.
Antonio, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

It is neat and clean hotel, right in the middle of all tourist attractions. Standard room feels very spartan with a single queen size bed.
Ramesh, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable, efficient, professional
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was an amazing hotel love it
Yancin, 5-night trip

8/10 Good

It is in the central of the downtown, the location is good. Staffs are very friendly and nice.
Candy, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Property was in center of historic district and easily walkable. Room was clean and comfortable
Shirleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice hotel

Very spacious, clean and easy for walking around. Dinner and breakfast was amazing
Gina, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Staff was nice. Hotel room was ok. Old and cheap feeling beds. Breakfast was ok. I did not care for the area despite the hotel being very central.
Louise, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

In historic district
Lonita, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Well situated and comfortable
Fabio, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The surrounding, near to most museum and staff very friendly.
Aya, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We only stayed for two nights and it was a comfortable stay after a late flight. Very close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Staff were friendly too. Rooms were clean, breakfast was good. A/C and TV were good.
Mia, 2-night trip