Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District - San Jose (San Jose)

$$$$||View on mapSan Jose (San Jose), Costa RicaAvenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000|
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Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District - San Jose (San Jose)
Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good · 978 reviews
7.8Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.7
Staff8.7
Comfort8.3
Cleanliness8.1
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.8
Value for money7.7
Free WiFi7.3
Who stays here
Couples35%
Families21%
Solo18%
Groups16%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good · 978 reviews
7.8Very good
Highest Rated
Location8.7
Staff8.7
Comfort8.3
Cleanliness8.1
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.8
Value for money7.7
Free WiFi7.3
Who stays here
Couples35%
Families21%
Solo18%
Groups16%

4-star historic district hotel with award-winning El Patio del Balmoral restaurant and free on-site parking

Dining

The Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District offers dining at the award-winning El Patio del Balmoral restaurant, which serves international cuisine in a street-front setting. A café on the ground floor provides coffee and pastries, while a pizzeria and bar add casual options. Guests receive a complimentary breakfast with their stay, served in the restaurant from a selection of set menus.

Rooms & Suites

The hotel provides newly remodeled rooms with air conditioning, cable TV, and private bathrooms with free toiletries. Soundproof rooms and family rooms are available, and pet-friendly accommodations include dedicated rooms for guests traveling with pets. Some rooms also feature a balcony, and the hotel offers accessible rooms with braille signage and grab rails.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated on Avenida Central, the hotel is within a 2-minute walk of the Costa Rica National Theatre and the National Museum. Guests can also reach Iglesia de la Merced, the Central Market, and multiple museums on foot. The property is 19 km from Juan Santamaria International Airport, with an airport shuttle service available for transport.

Business & Events

Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District is equipped to host both in-person and hybrid meetings, with a business centre, meeting and banquet facilities, and fax/photocopying services. A 24-hour front desk and concierge service support business travelers with luggage storage and tour desk arrangements. The hotel also provides a fitness centre open 24 hours and a trouser press for guest use.

Amenities & Services

Free on-site parking is offered, including valet parking and a parking garage, which is a notable advantage in downtown San Jose. The property is wheelchair accessible, with lifts and facilities for disabled guests. Additional services include laundry, ironing, packed lunches, and a 24-hour security system with CCTV and smoke alarms.

  • Award-Winning Dining: El Patio del Balmoral restaurant with international cuisine
  • Free Parking: On-site valet parking and parking garage
  • Pet-Friendly: Dedicated rooms for guests with pets
  • Location: Steps from National Theatre and National Museum
  • Business: Hybrid meeting and event facilities with business centre
  • Complimentary Breakfast: Included with all stays
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 11:00-12:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel Balmoral San Jose Cr, Historic District provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Year renovated:2009
Number of floors:7
Number of rooms:71
Former name
BALMORAL HOTEL
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Rooms and availability

Superior Plus Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
Family Twin Room
  • Max:
    6 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
Presidential King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Room view

  • City view
  • Street view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District

💵 Lowest room price 49 £
📏 Distance to centre 500 m
✈️ Distance to airport 10.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Tobias Bolanos International, SYQ

Location

Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000
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Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000
  • City landmarks
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Museum
National Museum of Costa Rica
560 m
Museum
Jade Museum
210 m
Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
240 m
Theatre
National Theatre of Costa Rica
280 m
Square
Plaza de La Cultura
180 m
Calle Central Alfredo Volio
Central Park
550 m
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose
550 m
Church
Church of Our Lady of La Soledad
380 m
Event hall
Templo de la Musica
200 m
Avenidas 3 y 5
Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
420 m
Square
Plaza de las Artes
90 m
Avenida Segunda
Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
300 m
Gallery
Galeria Namu
310 m
Square
Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
270 m
Park
Parque Espana
1.1 km
Square
Plaza de la Libertad Electoral
390 m
Park
Gral Francisco Morazan
590 m
Avenida 11 Calle 25
Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia
560 m
Avenue 9 & Calle 4
Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura
560 m
Restaurant
Tenedor Argentino
270 m
Restaurant
Luigis Parrilla
50 m
Restaurant
Azotea Calle 7
70 m
Restaurant
Spoon
100 m
Restaurant
La Casa del Cacao
200 m
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Sapore Trattoria
390 m
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El Social
280 m
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Azafran
270 m

Reviews of Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District

7.8 /10
Very good
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