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Hotel El Portico

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with private pools

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Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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4 Km este del Cruce de Barva Birri, San Jose De La Montana, Heredia
  • Place, Museo de Cultura Popular
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cafe Britt Coffee Farm
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exclusive Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Exclusive Room

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

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About the neighborhood

San Jose De La Montana

In San Jose De La Montana .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Braulio Carrillo National Park and 9 miles (15 km) of Barva Volcano. Oxígeno Human Playground is within 9 miles (15 km) and Poás Volcano National Park is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Museo de Cultura Popular - 12 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Cafe Britt Coffee Farm - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Palace of Sports - 16 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Oxígeno Human Playground - 17 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Heredia Station - 14 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabaña Bar Bosque de la Hoja - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante Herradura - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bosque de la Hoja - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Los Canastos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chago's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Portico

3-star guestrooms with private pools
Hotel El Portico offers its guests an indoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Hotel El Portico also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star San Jose De La Montana hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hotel El Portico offers 15 accommodations with private pools and private plunge pools. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This San Jose De La Montana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Private plunge pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool
  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel El Portico

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel El Portico to the airport?

Hotel El Portico is 10.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel El Portico?

As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Portico on Nov 24, 2025 start from $70.8, 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 El Portico have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel El Portico.

Does Hotel El Portico offer free breakfast?

Hotel El Portico offers free continental breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel El Portico?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta (16-min drive) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Portico?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel El Portico?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel El Portico have a pool?

Hotel El Portico features an indoor pool.

Does Hotel El Portico have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel El Portico have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel El Portico to downtown San Jose De La Montana?

Hotel El Portico is 2.1 mi away from San Jose De La Montana.