Hotel Colonial

San José hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Hotel Colonial puts you within a 10-minute drive of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a terrace and a garden.

VIP Access

Very good

Popular amenities

Airport transfer
Bar
Pool
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Airport shuttle
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Front-desk safe
Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Tomorrow

Oct 31 - Nov 1

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Satellite channels

Desk

Wardrobe or closet

Daily housekeeping

129 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Triple Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Satellite channels

Desk

Wardrobe or closet

Daily housekeeping

151 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Satellite channels

Desk

Wardrobe or closet

Daily housekeeping

161 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Junior Suite

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Satellite channels

Desk

Wardrobe or closet

Daily housekeeping

194 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Free WiFi
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking

$66 nightly

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

Calle 11, Avenidas 2 y 6, San José, San Jose, 4013

What's nearby

National Museum of Costa Rica - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Morazan Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
National Theater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Central Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Sabana Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 23 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 30 min drive
San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 3 min walk
San Jose Viquez Square Station - 11 min walk
San Jose Atlantic Station - 12 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

‪La Esquina de Buenos Aires - ‬1 min walk
‪Shakti - ‬3 min walk
‪Puchos - ‬2 min walk
‪El Panda - ‬4 min walk
‪Tin Jo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Colonial

Hotel Colonial puts you within a 10-minute drive of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Colonial hotel include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 16 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is noon

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 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

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
- 24-hour offsite parking within 492 ft (USD 10 per night)

Transfers

- Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 1947
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Colonial architecture

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible airport shuttle
Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Phone

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

Parking

Parking is available nearby and costs USD 10 per night (492 ft away; open 24 hours)
Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Colonial San Jose

Hotel Colonial San Jose

Hotel Colonial Hotel

Hotel Colonial San José

Hotel Colonial Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Colonial offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Colonial 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.

Is there a pool at Hotel Colonial?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Colonial?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Colonial?

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 Hotel Colonial?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Colonial?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (4-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (14-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Colonial and nearby?

Hotel Colonial has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Colonial?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Hotel Colonial like?

Hotel Colonial is in Catedral, a short 3-minute walk from San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station and 5 minutes' walk from National Museum of Costa Rica.

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Hotel Colonial Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Location

Shower

Breakfast

Restaurant

Bed

What guests liked

Breakfast was a highlight with an array of fresh fruits, gallo pinto, and scrambled eggs. (4 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 12, 2025

Very nice. Small and personable. Staff very nice. Good location to walk to museums.

Matthew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 12, 2025

One thing marred it

Our room’s bathroom’s ceiling had black mold. Other than that, it was good. Reception and staff were excellent and friendly. Restaurant was very good as well.

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 14, 2025

It was a good location, easy to walk to some of the major sites of the city.

sarah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 10, 2024

The bed and the shower were very good. The breakfast was varied and the staff helpful. The pool was disappointing, it really is only for kids to play in. The location is good and the price is right!

Anneke, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 27, 2024

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms do not have air conditioning but very comfortable.

Maria, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 11, 2024

Great

Ranae, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 8, 2024

R&R after surgery

After some emergency surgery in hospial, as the result of a twisting hernia, I knew which Hotel in San Jose I wanted to come back to for spme R&R, having already stayed at the Clonial already this week!

Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 17, 2022

Friendly staff and nice location close to the National Museum. Hotel is nice and clean and has great breakfast. But, I wouldn’t ask staff for any travel tips (we almost got stranded based on their suggestions)

Alison, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 14, 2024

Parking was not available

Augusto, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 19, 2024

Good but needs improvement

The check in person was a bit inexperienced but courtous. The place is clean but all the furniture in the common areas are very dirty. And please put a reading chair in the room. Our bathroom was new and beautiful. The breakfast was delicious.

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 16, 2024

I would go back. But always want the facts upfront

The positives: the breakfast was DELICIOUS! Friendly staff and clean environment. The rooms we were in did not have AC, although that was advertised. Be aware, it is an old hotel so only stairs (consider for luggage carrying purposes). Our first room would not lock due to a key being broken off into the lock but they were quick and accommodating and got us in another room.

Mackenzie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 9, 2024

Door was flimsy. Pool was advertised ridiculously with wide angle lens photo. It’s more of a plunge/dip to cool off in than a pool to swim. Tv was impossible to figure out or turn on.

Mario, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 26, 2022

Pool and pictures are outdated

Cheryl, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nov 16, 2022

The hotel reminds me something you would find in Morocco as it had that kind of architect. The hotel was in a convenient area that was walk-able to the most visited areas. Pool was in a weird spot where if people were dining, you would be looked at and we didn´t see anyone use it. Their hot tub in it was broken. I would suggest they should just renovate it and just make it into a sitting area with plants and flowers. Rooms were clean but there are no elevators so it would be difficult for those that have issues with stairs. They do have a very small quaint restaurant by the pool but we went out for dinner during our two night stay. Staff were very friendly. Thank you for the hospitality.

Marc, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 10, 2023

The hotel service was not good. The pictures that are shown on the site do not reflect the actual property. Also, the hotel is a 3 start but everything provided in the room is more like a 2 star. We had a flooding from the shower and the price for 1 night is expensive considering they do not provide you with anything (besides towels and hand soap). The hotel needs to upgrade their rooms and service for the prices they charge per night/room.

Eva, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Aug 20, 2022

We were charged over $80 USD for breakfast. Later I checked my email receipt from the original reservation and it said breakfast was included. The hotel website also says breakfast is included. I’m very disappointed. All noises from the hallway and seating area carried into our room on the first floor. My kids were exhausted but couldn’t sleep because of other guests making noise in common areas at 9:30 pm. The guests in the common area finally left at 10 pm but we could hear dishes being washed in the kitchen and the pool being cleaned until after 11 pm. The hotel was not dull, so I wish we had been given a room further from the noisy front desk/ restaurant. Speaking of the pool, when we arrived The hotel pool was not usable - water was dirty. There is no A.C. Fine, but the ceiling fan was useless and the only window that opened up was in the bathroom. We had to close the bathroom door because of the noise but it became too hot in the room. Finally, our bathroom and bedroom flooded when I showered! Water flowed from the shower in the opposite direction of the drain, pouring onto the floor and insert the door halfway to the bed. And when my husband went to ask for more towels to replace the ones we had used to clean the mess, it became clear this is something that is a regular occurrence. If I had paid $100 USD for this I wouldn’t be too upset. But with the breakfast up charge, it’s almost $200 USD. Not worth it!!!

1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Oct 7, 2025

Anne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 15, 2025

daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 11, 2025

Raisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 9, 2025

Ivana, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

May 30, 2025

No idea how this place even has an 8 score on here. In costa rica for a week with 4 different hotels throughout the country and this one by far the bad one. Lobby was cute but room was filthy. Old furniture that is scratched and beat up from the tables to the shelves. Super thin pillows and toilet paper. Walls had huge stains all over them. Nothing like the photos. Also the room doesnt seem to have AC, i turned it down to 20 and it never got cool, woke up in the middle of the night sweaty. I stood on the bed to feel the smallest trickle of air come out of a single vent. We went to take a shower and no hot water. Called front desk and they said they would check on the boiler, then a callback 5 minutes later they tell us its broken and there wont be any hot water. The breakfast was above my expectstions and thats because the night before was so bad i expected it to be on par eith the room. Would not recommend this place, and I've stayed all over latin america in all different kinds of hotels and hostels. This one not worth it in my opinion.

Juan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 29, 2025

Excelente ubicacion

Faby, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 17, 2025

Ignacio, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 5, 2025

Places is beautiful and in a great location to be down town. Area around the hotel isn’t safe after dark but hotel does a great job to keep inside safe.

holly, 2-night trip