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Hotel Description

3-star Colonial hotel near Sabana Park

Catedral stay

Within a 10-minute walk of this Catedral hotel, you'll find Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Park. National Museum of Costa Rica and Plaza de la Democracia are also within half a mile (1 km).

Terrace, bar/lounge

A bar/lounge and a 24-hour front desk are featured at this hotel, along with free parking. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A terrace, a garden, and a snack bar/deli are also on offer.

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 6 beds)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max
$15* Per night/room Mar 31 - Apr 1

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - C)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Shared Dormitory (Mixted Standard Dorm 4 beds - D)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Shared Dormitory (Female Only 6 Beds)

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Costa Rica Guesthouse ratings based on 5 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.4 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Costa Rica Guesthouse

Everyone (5)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Feb 19, 2022

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1 out of 5
They did not have my reservations and had no rooms. I had to walk around San Jose, Costa Rica knocking on hotel doors. I found one after an hour for twice the rate.IM NOT HAPPY WITH TRAVELOCITY. Ive been on hold now for 20 minutes now trying to get a refund?....I wont use travelocity again.

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4 out of 5

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 2, 2019 by Oscar

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4 out of 5

Basic but complete.

Pros: I already covered that.
Cons: Nada.
Location: Covered that also.
Be sure you "enroll" for the 2-way taxi service from an back to the airport. It is less than half of what the other taxi drivers charge ( my experience). The exciting "downtown" is 20-min walk. Their free breakfast menu is the best I have ever encountered worldwide. Hot water is great and the bathrooms are rather modern and roomy.i

Posted by , from Florida on Jun 29, 2016

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3 out of 5

Nothing fancy, but clean and perfectly adequate.

Pros: the price, the breakfast
Cons: needs fans in the rooms
Location: we only stayed one night, but there was a mariachi band close by that started playing at 1 in the morning
Really good price and free hot breakfast made fresh.

Posted by , from chicago, il on Aug 8, 2015

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Property Features

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this hotel measures 323 square feet (30 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Costa Rica Guesthouse. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star San José hotel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • 323 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1905
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free long-term parking , Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station (0.5 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking and extended parking

Room Amenities

Costa Rica Guesthouse offers 25 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • Television
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Food & Drink

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.

Onsite venue - This bar specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast only.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 4–6 for adults, and USD 4–6 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 29 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 11 (one-way), (from 10 to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Costa Rica Guesthouse
  • Costa Rica Guesthouse Hotel
  • Costa Rica Guesthouse Hotel San Jose
  • Costa Rica Guesthouse San Jose
  • Costa Rica Guesthouse San Jose
  • Costa Rica Guesthouse Hotel
  • Costa Rica Guesthouse San José
  • Costa Rica Guesthouse Hotel San José

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.