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Hotel Cultura Plaza

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Sabana Park

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Avenida Central, Calle 5, 25 Mt de la Plaza de la Cultura, San José, San Jose, 10104
  • Place, National Theater of Costa Rica
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Morazan Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 66 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Studio Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 61 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

San José

Carmen stay.With a stay at this Carmen hotel, you'll be steps from Plaza de la Cultura and National Theater of Costa Rica. Morazan Park and Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • National Theater of Costa Rica - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Morazan Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • National Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mercado Central - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 9 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cultura5 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Vasconia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Alma de Café - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Cultura Plaza

3-star hotel near Sabana Park
As a guest of Hotel Cultura Plaza, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and a television in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Cultura Plaza offers 27 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. 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.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel
Hotel Cultura Plaza San José
Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Cultura Plaza to the airport?

Hotel Cultura Plaza is 5.2 mi (20-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 Hotel Cultura Plaza?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Cultura Plaza on Apr 19, 2026 start from $74, including 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 Hotel Cultura Plaza have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Cultura Plaza.

Does Hotel Cultura Plaza offer free breakfast?

Hotel Cultura Plaza does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta (2-min walk) and Casino Fiesta (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Cultura Plaza have a pool?

Hotel Cultura Plaza does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Cultura Plaza have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Cultura Plaza to downtown San José?

Hotel Cultura Plaza is 0.2 mi away from San José.

Hotel Cultura Plaza Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 497 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 497 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 497 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 497 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 497 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Delary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and facilities. Friendly staff. We only missed to have a window.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Julia L

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We admit we missed the room description that said it had no windows - but that was unsettling. The room was sparse but clean, the location of the hotel good. The room would have benefitted from a hot-water kettle, a box of tissues, and some washcloths. Also, the motion-activated hallway light goes off again before you get to your door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

AMAR A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A basic hotel in an excellent location if one wants to explore San Jose downtown old city . Walkable distance from all places of interest in the town. Simple and basic hotel . Rooms may / may not have window . Worth for amount paid .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, great staff, good breakfast. I would highly recommend staying here. Really enjoyed our stay. Felt safe and staff payed attention to our needs and they were alway helpful and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADRIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maily

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy limpio, personal amable y ubicación céntrica
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to main attractions of the city. Great location. Hotel must be newly renovated so my room and the bathroom are very nice. Breakfast is very good too. I highly recommend this hotel to other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

luz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean,close to everything walking distance. Very well kept rooms. And free breakfast for the price was a plus
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good decor, hospitable staff, great location for central San Jose
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to the center of SanJose
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherwin, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located in the center of the city where you can just walk around and see almost all the tourist attractions in San Jose. The hotel itself is simple, clean, and safe.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaudhry

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalba

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast, in downtown close to everything. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paloma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff really friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El hotel es súper céntrico. Accesible a todas partes del centro. Lo recomiendo 100 por ciento
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place if u need to stay in san.jose
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haeley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, room was very clean and spacious, other guests were respectful & quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique place in the heart of the city. Old fashion, classic luxury hotel. Very comfortable beds and pillows and breakfast was wonderful. .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great place for an overnight. Right in downtown with easy access to just about everything. Room was small but very comfortable, clean and up to date.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025