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Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near National Theater

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante) | Floor plan
Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante) | View from room
City view from property
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | View from room
Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante) | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, San José, 2922-1000
  • Place, National Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de la Cultura
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Apex | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

The Apex

  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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El Atelier | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

El Atelier

  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1963 | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

1963

  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Loft | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

The Loft

  • 646 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San José

Heart of San José.With a stay at this Catedral hotel, you'll be steps from National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura. Templo de Música and Parque Espana are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Q'Empanadas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azotea Calle 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Presidente

4-star hotel near National Theater
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite 24-hour business center.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Presidente. An area shuttle within 50 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1963
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Presidente offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San José hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

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; cash is not accepted
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, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Presidente Hotel
Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente Costa Rica
Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Presidente Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Presidente to the airport?

Hotel Presidente is 7.9 mi (25-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 Presidente?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Presidente on Dec 9, 2025 start from $114.0, 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 Hotel Presidente have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Presidente offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 45 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Hotel Presidente offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Presidente, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Presidente?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta (1-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Presidente?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Presidente?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Presidente have a pool?

Hotel Presidente does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Presidente have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like local cuisine and al fresco dining.

Does Hotel Presidente have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Presidente to downtown San José?

Hotel Presidente is 0.3 mi away from San José.

Hotel Presidente Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 710 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1007 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cylinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and staff friendly and attentive! Great walkable location near many of top sites in San Jose! Will def stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy, Tallahassee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is newly renovated and was beautiful and comfortable. It was very clean. The breakfast buffet was delicious as was the rooftop restaurant. I loved the wait staff at the restaurants. Overall, very nice and highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Trinna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The rooms are very outdated, and the photos online did not accurately reflect what we experienced. On our first night, we discovered that the bed sheets were damp, and when pulling back the comforter, we found visible stains that looked like dirt or makeup. This prompted us to look around more closely, and we noticed a general lack of cleanliness dust was everywhere, including on the fire alarm directly above the bed (we took photos). Since we arrived late at night, we stayed for one night but decided to check out the next day, even though we had booked two nights. When we explained our concerns to the staff and requested a refund for the unused night, we were told to go through Expedia. However, when Expedia reached out to the hotel, the manager refused our refund request. At checkout, we even showed the front desk attendant the photos of the dirty comforter, but instead of acknowledging the issue, they simply said it would be changed and still denied a refund. The only positive aspect of our stay was the breakfast, which was genuinely good. Unfortunately, the overall experience, poor room conditions, lack of cleanliness, and unhelpful customer service does not justify the $300+ per night rate. We would not recommend this hotel.
Comforter when we first got to the hotel and opened the sheets to sleep.
Fire alarm right above the bed was very dusty
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was excellent! Clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I liked the friendly service and accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tayfun

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicole was especially helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is nice and clean, staff is friendly and professional. No complains about the hotel or business but the area is horrifying, dirty, unsafe, homeless is everywhere and drug addicts are all over. We did not feel safe in the area or entire San Jose.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was gorgeous! Loved the balcony in the rooms. Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, lovely staff, very clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buenas instalaciones, solo que está situado en el centro de San José, por lo cual la seguridad puede ser un factor que considerar
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Arlington

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jocelin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel. Expedia lists the premium room as having two queen beds. They are doubles. The restaurant is great and staff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El desayuno muy variado y sabroso. Personal amamble. Muy céntrico y bonoto
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alessia, roma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazmyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JASON

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once you understand that all of Costa Rica is like this, then you get that it is normal. There were pairs of cops on many corners so I felt pretty safe. Even in the evening, it was just a bit slower and cooler than the day. Just always lots of people. The Jade Museum was terrific. The National Theater was closed for tours. :( Great food everywhere. It was great. The room was nice and it was clean. The AC was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Winning pick

Stylish interiors in a great location, professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

leah

A very nice hotel in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025