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Hotel Santo Tomás

3.0 star property
3-star family-friendly hotel near Plaza de la Cultura, connected to a shopping center

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Property grounds
Gym
Outdoor spa tub
Restaurant
Concierge desk

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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7th Avenue, between 3rd and 5th Street, Amón Neighborhood, San José, San Jose, 10101
  • Place, Morazan Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, National Center of Art and Culture
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs | Room amenity

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Queen Room - Upstairs | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Original 1908 Economy Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Original 1908 Economy Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San José

Carmen stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Carmen hotel, you'll find Plaza de la Cultura and National Center of Art and Culture. National Theater of Costa Rica and National Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Morazan Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • National Center of Art and Culture - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Theater of Costa Rica - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 12 min walk
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Silvestre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Rojo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Criollita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Palma Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sabores Soda y Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santo Tomás

3-star family-friendly hotel near Plaza de la Cultura, connected to a shopping center
Santo Tomas Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a waterslide, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A hot tub, a fitness center, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Santo Tomas Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victorian San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1908
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Dining venue
Santo Tomas Hotel offers 30 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

This San José hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

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Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

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 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

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 Santo Tomas Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • One child 10 years old or younger stays 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 Santo Tomas
Hotel Tomas
Santo Tomas Hotel
Tomas Hotel
Tomas Santo
Santo Tomas
Hotel Santo Tomas Costa Rica/San Jose

Frequently asked questions

How close is Santo Tomas Hotel to the airport?

Santo Tomas Hotel is 5.7 mi (21-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 Santo Tomás?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santo Tomás on Jun 13, 2026 start from $80, 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 Santo Tomas Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Santo Tomas Hotel.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel offer free breakfast?

Santo Tomas Hotel offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Santo Tomas Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta Heredia (14-min drive) and Casino Fiesta (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Santo Tomas Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Santo Tomas Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel have a pool?

Santo Tomas Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages, hydrotherapy, and body treatments.

How close is Santo Tomas Hotel to downtown San José?

Santo Tomas Hotel is 0.4 mi away from San José.

Santo Tomas Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milagros

The National Park is located within walking distance, very clean and the staff are very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Plamen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location, clean room, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really cute, check in was quick, different options for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent!!! Very nice stay, great room, and delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice older hotel had a pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sergiy

Very friendly hotel, its manager, and the staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secure Parking, Nice hot jacuzzi, large clean room, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
calm oasis.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A wonderful, family owned hotel with a warm romantic feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Very lovely tile on the floors and nice art on the walls. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room and hotel had much more character than found in most hotels. Room was always clean and freshened each day. Staff were truly helpful
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pleasant large rooms with a nice balcony. Great value central to town hotel with parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, check in, location, pool and spa was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was adequate, a little musty. The place felt a little rundown.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional old, colonial feeling with high ceilings and interesting lay out
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, staff was wonderful, breakfast was okay - not the excellence I read about in previews reviews. The location in proximity to the bus station and Children’s Museum was amazing. There is a sweet little cafe nearby with incredible food and atmosphere I highly recommend, Cafe Rojo. For one night I’d stay again but weird things like lamps with no function because there are no outlets on one side of the room and the bathroom fan was obnoxiously loud and it turns on with the light so had to just get used to it. Overall, great value and would consider staying again when passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PoHsien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Great staff. Historic building well maintained . A very good looking facility.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room is clean , staff was great and helpful. Breakfast was not great. Juice was horrible taste might as well don't offer otherwise just go to waste ...water is fine . Location is great 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nagy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The accomodation was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly, and we liked the breakfast a lot. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nagy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The accomodation was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly, and we liked the breakfast a lot. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for the price. Was one a grand colonial style hotel. A historical property, Has the feel of old colonial San Jose. A bit rundown, but a good deal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this hotel. The staff is very friendly and helpful. It was so quiet, the rooms were very spacious and comfortable. The towels were so soft. The decor was beautiful. The breakfast was a delicious bonus. We will always stay here when we go to San Jose.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025