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Irazu Hotel & Studios

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with 2 restaurants, near Museum of Costa Rican Art

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Reception
Exterior
Near the National Stadium of Costa Rica and National Theater, Irazu Hotel & Studios offers a vibrant retreat. Savor breakfast at one of two restaurants, unwind with dry cleaning services or car rentals on site, enjoy an outdoor pool and fitness center. With free WiFi, helpful staff has left lasting impressions on previous guests.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • 24-hour room service
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is HK$734
HK$829 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Standard Accessible City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Standard, Pool View with Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

King Standard, Pool View with Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

King Standard, City View with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Standard, City View with Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Standard

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
General Canas Hwy KM3, San José, San Jose

What's nearby

  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sabana Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Estadio Nacional - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • National Theater - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 11 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 18 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 8 min drive
  • Jacks Station - 8 min drive
  • San Jose Contraloria Station - 8 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ánfora - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cookies n' Coffe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Club Premium - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Irazu Hotel & Studios

Located just 3 mi (4.8 km) from the airport, Irazu Hotel & Studios offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Dennys, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 118 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 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
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

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

Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Transfers

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

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

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

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (3315 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1969
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Water dispenser
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Dennys – This brasserie serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open 24 hours.
The Best Bar Food & Drink – This sports bar specialises in Fusion cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CRC 7500 for adults and CRC 7500 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CRC 20250 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)
  • 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)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 27 May 2025 to 31 August 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hallway
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 12 costs CRC 20250 (one-way)

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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

Best Western Irazu Hotel Casino San Jose
Best Western Irazu Hotel Casino
Best Western Irazu Casino San Jose
Best Western Irazu Casino
Irazu Hotel Studios
Irazu Hotel & Studios Hotel
Irazu Hotel & Studios San José
Best Western Irazú Hotel Studios
Irazu Hotel & Studios Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Does Irazu Hotel & Studios offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Irazu Hotel & Studios 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.

Is there a pool at Irazu Hotel & Studios?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Irazu Hotel & Studios?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Irazu Hotel & Studios?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking and electric car charging are available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Irazu Hotel & Studios?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is CRC 20250 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Irazu Hotel & Studios?

Check-in start time: 3:00 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 Irazu Hotel & Studios?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (7-min drive) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (8-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Irazu Hotel & Studios and nearby?

Irazu Hotel & Studios has an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Irazu Hotel & Studios?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Fusion cuisine.

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Irazu Hotel & Studios Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Restaurant
Bed
Airport
Building
Casino
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as amazing, delicious, and excellent with a great variety of options. (10 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was simple and worked well, with a convenient 9-dollar fee. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Convenient Close to the airport Great pricing Friendly staff and amazing breakfast
Fidel, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice
Orlando, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

All was great
Kathy, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

The hotel is a good option for a one-night stay due to its great location near the airport. However, the air conditioning didn’t cool well, and the beds were quite hard. It’s convenient, but not the most comfortable for a longer stay.
Gina, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Always a nice place to stay
Ricardo, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice quiet stay. Friendly staff Gym right in front of which you have access to. Recommended!!
Fidel, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Ok it was
Rigoberto, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The employees are all super nice and helpful. The room was very comfortable and the breakfast buffet was tasty and the perfect way to start my day. I highly recommend a stay at this hotel ✌️
Dave, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Hotel was in a great location very well appointed great staff. Will definitely stay there again if in San Jose.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Central located
MICHAEL, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love the hotel
Jon, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice and would go back
Julian J, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Have stayed here many times the only complaint I have is a lack of any English speaking channels on the Flat Screen
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent experience!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice
Jose, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice hotel and no problems at all
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Extreme friendly check in.
Gail, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stayed here as an airline crew for years. Property now divided into Hotel Irazu and Holiday Inn.
Jon, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It was a great place - had to ask for soap and towels. Would stay again!
samantha, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

The hot tub did not work (no bubbles waster barely warm); the staff knew, it had been broken a long time. No power in room for 1 whole day. Room worn and not very clean. Food was very good. Staff was nice.
Lee, 8-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Had a great time staying here. The staff was great and the food options within the hotel were delicious. The woman at the front desk when we checked in was so helpful and I'll definitely stay here again.
Jacqueline, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Excelente

Excelente
CARLOS JAVIER, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Comfy

Was fantastic!
Theresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice location
Alvaro, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excelente
Engels, 1-night trip