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Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star El Tejar hotel

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Free daily continental breakfast
Porch
Exterior
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1.5 sur del Parque Industrial, Tejar del Guarco, El Tejar, 30801
  • Place, Paseo Metrópoli
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Las Ruinas de la Parroquia
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Our Lady of the Angels Basilica
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 968 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 602 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Basic Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

El Tejar

In El Tejar .You'll find Paseo Metrópoli and Cartago Sports Center within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Dr. Max Peralta Jiménez Hospital and Elias Leiva Museum of Ethnography are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Paseo Metrópoli - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Las Ruinas de la Parroquia - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Cartago Municipal Museum - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Our Lady of the Angels Basilica - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Elias Leiva Museum of Ethnography - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Curridabat Station - 25 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks La Lima - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Novillo Alegre - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La esquina Sport & Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar Las Vegas - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star El Tejar hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There's an onsite business center. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star El Tejar hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

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

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • 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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 25 per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco Cartago
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
y Restaurante El Guarco Cartago
y Restaurante El Guarco
Y Restaurante Guarco Tejar
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco Hotel
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco El Tejar
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco Hotel El Tejar

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco to the airport?

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco is 21.3 mi (52-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 y Restaurante El Guarco?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco on May 13, 2026 start from $95, 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 y Restaurante El Guarco have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco.

Does Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco offer free breakfast?

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco have a pool?

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco does not have a pool.

Does Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco to downtown El Tejar?

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco is 0.2 mi away from El Tejar.

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 221 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Propre, bon déjeuner , très bien situé. Par contre, seul bémol, la route à côté est très passante et la chambre n’est pas très bien insonorisé
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was immaculate and spacious. The grounds were very well kept. It is an older property but very well maintained. I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing and friendly people! Room was always spotless and the breakfast has a pretty good selection and the food was perfect always! Safe and gated parking inside the compound and never had any worries here! Totally adored the workers in every part of this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julissa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean Marc, Ojocha de Osa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN, QUINCY

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Siempre que nos hospedamos en el Hotel El Guarco, la experiencia ha sido excelente. Hemos estado en varias ocasiones a lo largo de los años, incluyendo una estadía de aproximadamente dos semanas recientemente, y en cada visita el trato ha sido excepcional. El personal siempre va más allá para que uno se sienta cómodo y bien atendido. Un detalle que valoramos muchísimo es cómo tratan a mi perro de servicio, Chewie. No solo lo reciben con amabilidad, sino que incluso le ofrecen agua y algo de comida, lo cual hace que nuestra estadía sea aún más especial. Este tipo de gestos muestran una calidez humana que no se encuentra en todos los lugares. Gracias por su dedicación y por hacer que siempre queramos volver.
Vista al Volcán Irazú desde la habitación con cama King.
Desayuno incluido, súper rico! Varias opciones y fines de semana desayuno Buffet.
Balcón tipo Juliet para mi perro de servicio.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ronil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I like the great WiFi and good service. I don’t like that the hotel was on a noisy highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN, QUINCY

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

8/10 Good

Jorge Andres, denver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, and conveniently located for our needs. We enjoy the restaurant eating areas both indoors and outdoors. Very friendly and helpful staff. Thank you very much!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well accessible location in Camargo, Staff is very friendly, capable, and did their best to accommodate our needs
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jenica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cosy hotel with wonderful weekend brunch.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very well located, with access to restaurants & close to the mall. The staff is awesome, very friendly and always willing to help! Since it's in the main road, it could get noisy at times due to the traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find right of the main route. Staff was very pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patricio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

El Guarco

In general the hotel is good and with all the necessary things of a time to rest. The only thing was that the cable tv didn’t work and service wasn’t restored after three days.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giorginella

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

10/10 Excellent

SAman

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff in all areas is very friendly and do their best to provide great service. For instance, the staff in the restaurant was very accommodating on our dietary needs, since my family is allergic to gluten and dairy products. Since the day we visit it was breakfast buffet, they helped us to cook some eggs for us to avoid cross contamination. The only thing that we noticed is that the hotel is could be a little noisy, as is quite close to the main street. (which at the same time is convenient for easy access).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great spot.

Easy access and very clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Alfonso

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

10/10 Excellent

Stacey, red deer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the food and staff. Bed was a bit firm for me but room was beautiful. Only downfall is do not follow the map expedia has linked to this hotel it is the wrong location! Hopefully expedia can update this for future tourists
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025