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InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a spa, connected to a shopping center in San Rafael

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InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine
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Overview of InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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In Front Of Multiplaza Shopping Center, Escazu San Jose 11856-1000, San Rafael, 1000
  • Popular LocationMultiplaza Mall Escazu5 min walk
  • Popular LocationHospital Cima San José18 min walk
  • Popular LocationAvenida Escazú Shopping Center3 min drive
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)28 min drive

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Business Lounge Access

  • 427 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Business Lounge Access

  • 420 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Business Lounge Access (Top Floor)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Club Lounge Access)

  • 420 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Business Lounge Access, Pool View

  • 420 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Business Lounge Access (Top Floor)

  • 840 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Business Lounge Access

  • 420 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Business Lounge Access, Pool View

  • 840 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Classic Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premium Room

  • 420 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Business Lounge Access

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Business Lounge Access

  • 840 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

Room amenity

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Rafael

In shopping district.Stay at this San Rafael hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Multiplaza Mall Escazu and 2 miles (3 km) of Hospital Cima San José. Also, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center is within 2 miles (3 km) and Business Center Forum 1 is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 5 min walk
  • Hospital Cima San José - 18 min walk
  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 3 min drive
  • Sabana Park - 7 min drive
  • Plaza Real Cariari - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Contraloria Station - 8 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Oliva Verde - 8 min walk
  • Le Petit Chez Christophe - 4 min walk
  • Starbucks - 3 min walk
  • Zambra
  • Chili's Grill & Bar - 8 min walk

About this property

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel

Luxury hotel with a spa, connected to a shopping center in San Rafael
Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, 3 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, and a spa tub. There are 4 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 21 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 31215 square feet (2900 square meters) and includes a conference center. A children's pool, a sauna, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel was completed in March 2020.

This San Rafael hotel is smoke free.

  • 372 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 4 dining venues
  • 31215 sq ft of conference space
  • 2900 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1994
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel offers 372 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 49-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room espresso makers and minibars. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Rafael hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in March 2020.

The onsite spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered self parking on site (CRC 8,630 per day)
  • Secured, uncovered valet parking on site (CRC 7,800 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: CRC 16,500 for adults and CRC 8,250 for children
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Shopping mall
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rug in room
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste on request
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CRC 16500 for adults and CRC 8250 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: CRC 8630.00 per day
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: CRC 7800 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Intercontinental Hotel Escazu
Real InterContinental Costa Rica Multiplaza Mall Hotel Escazu
Real InterContinental Costa Rica Multiplaza Mall Hotel
Real InterContinental Costa Rica Multiplaza Mall Escazu
Real InterContinental Costa Rica Multiplaza Mall
Real Costa Rica Intercontinental
Real InterContinental Costa Rica At Multiplaza Mall Escazu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel to the airport?

Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel is 5.8 mi (17-min drive) away from the San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel?

As of Apr 20, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel on May 10, 2024 start from $297.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel.

Does Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of CRC 16500 for adults and CRC 8250 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta Heredia (15-min drive) and Casino Fiesta (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CRC 8630.00 per day, and valet parking for CRC 7800 per day.

Does Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 4 onsite restaurants, offering options like Italian cuisine, pool views, and al fresco dining.

Does Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features Swedish massages, mani/pedis, and body treatments.

How close is Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel to downtown San Rafael?

Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel is 1.6 mi away from San Rafael.

InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 340 out of 588 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 588 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 588 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 588 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 588 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Areej

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel , not catering for non Spanish speakers. No English TV channels but news. Poor spoken English by staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

shakeela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

suhail, Amman

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Fidel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
aA
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Felipe

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Property seems a bit dated, worn bed linings, the market food was super bad
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great for Business Travelers
Great for business travel! Very accommodating for Western travelers and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberto, Heredia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good

8/10 Good

Luis, Miami

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Needs to be updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

anke

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Would be a great place if there was aircondition in public spaces restaurants spa…. And better performing one in room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023