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Hotel Aranjuez

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near University of Costa Rica

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Gift shop
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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19th Street, Avenue 11 and 13, San José, San Jose, 10101
  • Place, National Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Morazan Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San José

Heart of San José.Within a 10-minute walk of this Carmen hotel, you'll find Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital and Simon Bolivar Zoo. National Park and Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • National Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Center of Art and Culture - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Morazan Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Fercori Station - 8 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café de los Deseos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Buenos Aires - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Almendras - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Soda Doña Nilda - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KAM Breakfast & Bakery - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Aranjuez

3-star hotel near University of Costa Rica
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Aranjuez. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Aranjuez offers 34 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 10 per night); reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (39 inches high)
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Aranjuez

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10 per night(33 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35 (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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 5 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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Aranjuez San Jose
Aranjuez San Jose
Hotel Aranjuez Hotel
Hotel Aranjuez San José
Hotel Aranjuez Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Aranjuez to the airport?

Hotel Aranjuez is 6.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Aranjuez have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Aranjuez offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 35 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Hotel Aranjuez offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Aranjuez, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Aranjuez?

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 Hotel Aranjuez?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hotel Aranjuez?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Aranjuez have a pool?

Hotel Aranjuez does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Aranjuez have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Aranjuez have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Aranjuez to downtown San José?

Hotel Aranjuez is 0.9 mi away from San José.

Hotel Aranjuez Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 127 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, the mattress was fabulous, the staff were very kind and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kindersley

Liked: Staff & service
Nice place to stay, great breakfast, within walking distance to most main attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A eclectic little hotel with very helpful and friendly staff. Very comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel......
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lounges and decorations and a tasty breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daryl T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice quaint hotel in a very nice part of SJ area ( Aranjuez & Amon) Nice in house restaurant. Beautiful decorative place with many art pieces of all type… Beautiful Plants and Nice Breakfast…
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique property (an historic mansion) with friendly staff, a wonderful breakfast, and with plants and gardens throughout. Also, this hotel is within walking distance to many of San Jose's tourist attractions and fun neighborhoods. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elva

It is close to restaurants and some museums
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Property has lots of art, restaurant, and sitting places. Close and walkable to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here! The room was clean and comfortable. The gardens were really nice. The best part was the breakfast buffet, which had an egg guy and all kinds of delicious food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel in a not so great location (I guess most of San Jose is not so great)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely hotel with extremely helpful and friendly staff and a lot of charm. The area was walkable to museums, shopping, etc. And the breakfast was excellent. The only complaint was that it's easy to hear loud noises through the room walls.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great except the breakfast, almost all the breads had ants inside the breads! Staff was super friendly and can't complain much about the price, if you are going to eat breakfast though just stick to the hot foods or fresh fruit
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely loved it! Beautiful building and art everywhere. All the staff were so kind and helpful. My room was very comfortable. Breakfast was such a treat and the restaurant food was soo delicious also would recommend a dinner there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

cliff

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The décor is very interesting and the outside areas pleasant with mature trees for bird and squirrel activity in the center of a city. It is older properties connected so all will not be perfect but offers a very nice ambiance. One of the most complete breakfast services one will find
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the plants every where's. Breakfast was amazing as well. The staff were phenomenal! I was expecting the room to be a little bigger but it ended up not being an issue. If I return to San Jose, this will always remain an option for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quirky, which I liked. But had a couple of giant cockroaches in my room!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like old buildings surrounded by nature. This place might not be for everyone but it was perfect for me. Tranquilo. Older people. No stupid young idiots, parties, or noise. Great free breakfast. Amazing staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

AUROPUJA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Interesting hotel. Super unique. Totally disorganized and our room was infested with bed bugs. We left immediately when we discovered this. Management wasn’t even surprised about the bugs. Huge project to sanitize our luggage so we don’t take them home with us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very cozy place to stay at . I had stomach issues first 2 days of being there so i didnt really do everything i wanted to. But many things to do walking distance and ubers are a life saver. For nightlife its a 10 min walk and for bars as well. Shopping area is around 15 to 20 mins and there is a lot of store in the shopping area. The breakfast at the hotel was pretty decent im not a breakfast person . The staff were very respectful and sweet and greeted everyone. I dont know if the rooms were supposed to have ac but it was hot in my room i had to turn the ceiling fan on which was kind of loud. But the bathrooms and rooms itself were clean and they asked everyday if i wanted cleaning services.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

PIERRE

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

Hôtel sympa à San jose

Hôtel bien placé à San Jose , dans une bâtisse traditionnelle. Les petits déjeuners sont top et un bon restaurant s’y trouve .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Buen desayuno incluido
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Cancelei a estadia no retorno a san jose

Cheguei as 9 da manha mas como o check-in só começa as 15 ficamoa rodando pela cidade. Ao chegar as 15h10 nao tinha vaga para estacionar e a recepcionista me aconselhou a 'dar uma voltinha' ! Quase tive uma sincope. No fim aguardamos mais 40 min para estacionar pq o estacionamento é minúsculo. No último dia, os 2 quartos que alugamos nao tinham agua para dar descarga.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Roxana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Es muy bonita, acogedora. Pero hay detalles que faltan trabajar, como por ejemplo la ventilación en las habitaciones, puertas de baños, accesos a los interruptores de manera optima, almohadas.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Britny

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I truthfully feel sorry writing a bad review as I never do this- but really, not even a fan?? I almost can understand no air conditioning, but not even a single fan in the room?!?! and if you open the screenless windows straight to the lobby you can for one hear everything (almost doesn't matter as you still could with the window closed) and also be eaten by mosquitoes and allow a variety of other creatures into your room. But even though we only opened the windows briefly, there was still a massive cockroach in the bathroom. Just for laughs I will mention the TV barley worked, the safe did not work at all, and we were literally electrocuted by the light-switch. This may have ALL been forgiven if there was just one single fan..... staff was nice, area felt decent, and my car was accommodated without hassle however parking spaces very limited. This was the worst hotel I have ever stayed at. Sorry, but really.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

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