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Barceló San José

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Meeting facility
Gift shop
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is SAR 272
SAR 307 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room (Superior Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite (Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Master) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Master)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150

What's nearby

  • Estadio Nacional - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Parque La Sabana - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Cuatro Reinas Station - 7 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Cloud - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Dorado - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flor de Loto - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Barceló San José

Upscale hotel near Sabana Park
Near National Stadium of Costa Rica, Barceló San José provides free airport pick-up, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a manicure/pedicure, or a massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like racquetball/squash. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 254 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Free 24-hour pick-up airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily: USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • 3 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms - 17

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages

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 business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers

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
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact this property at least 36 hours prior to arrival to arrange airport shuttle pickup.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Barceló San José have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Barceló San José pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Barceló San José?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barceló San José?

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

What time is check-out at Barceló San José?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Barceló San José provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request.

Where is Barceló San José located?

Located in Uruca, this spa hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Museum of Costa Rican Art and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Sabana Park. Estadio Nacional and Parque La Sabana are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1054 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1615 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Liked: Amenities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and property are very nice and I would recommend this hotel if you are visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean and the staff were extremely helpful and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berlioth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, well maintained, all staff are helpful and friendly! Breakfast buffet is the best with variations of food, centrally located! Have stayed here twice a year 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very friendly and welcoming. The location is great for walking to some of the best museums and sights. A few great restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful hotel, very clean, great housekeeping staff. Probably one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at. Beds were also very comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel at a fair price with convenient location to the airport. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pieter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel had nice pool and restaurants with buffet for breakfast & dinner. Room was very comfortable with view of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, excellent breakfast!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All Staff were very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and comfy bed!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco Antonio Robledo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facility and nice room! Pool area is very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, clean. The gardens are incredible!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Barcelo San Jose is a first rate hotel. The property and rooms are well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price , and then the free upgrade was even better. Had a breakfast in our room with great service, value, and a smile.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying International and I couldn’t have asked for it to go better. The staff at this hotel were so helpful. The pool was amazing and the room upgrade was a nice perk. It was fun trying new foods also.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Hyun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk and house keeping need improve
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and staff was pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was nice, everyone visiting stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Luanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful hotel. Angie, Javier and one of the server at the pool restaurant (didn't get her name) were sweet and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025