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Barceló San José

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with spa, near National Stadium of Costa Rica

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Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Interior entrance
Aerial view
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
Escape to Barceló San José, an upscale hotel in Uruca near National Stadium of Costa Rica. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa treatment, enjoy a meal at one of the 3 on-site restaurants, or take advantage of shopping and activities like racquetball/squash. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or unwind with coffee from the shop/cafe. Free airport pick-up and WiFi ensure convenience while top-rated amenities like breakfast and helpful staff delight guests.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport pick-up
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is $83
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23

Room options

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Premium Room (Superior Level)

Highlights

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

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Suite (Master)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 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 José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 14 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 19 min drive
  • San Jose Cuatro Reinas Station - 7 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 7 min drive
  • Jacks Station - 8 min drive
  • Free airport pick-up

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

Barceló San José is just 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from the airport and offers free pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests can grab a bite to eat at one of the 3 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps, or facials. Other highlights include 2 outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and comfortable beds.

Languages

English, Spanish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 254 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 3 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)

Transfers

    • Free airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • 17 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Barcelo Palacio
Barcelo Palacio Hotel
Barcelo Palacio Hotel San Jose
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Frequently asked questions

Does Barceló San José offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Barceló San José does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Barceló San José?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Barceló San José?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Barceló San José?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Barceló San José?

Yes, a free shuttle from the airport is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Barceló San José?

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

Is there an onsite casino at Barceló San José?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (7-min drive) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (9-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Barceló San José and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes racquetball/squash. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Barceló San José also has a seasonal outdoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Barceló San José?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Barceló San José like?

Barceló San José puts you in Uruca, in the heart of San José. Popular attractions include Sabana Park, which is 3 minutes away by car. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8/10 Very good

Stately
Stately hotel with some age. Service is great especially for vip suites. Mattresses are old but clean. Always a good stay.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bom hotel.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Over priced - accommodations were fine
Hotel was fine, the only restaurant that was open was the bar, the food was subpar. The hotel was overpriced for what it was. Bathroom was very outdated.
Shannon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for first night in Costa Rica
Stayed for our first night on arriving in Costa Rica. Transport from airport to the hotel was provided and excellent. Room was very comfortable with good air conditioning. Breakfast was excellent. Amazing pool area. We have booked to stay the last night of our holidays and will definitely be taking a dip in the pool.
Bernadette, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel
Overall the hotel was good! Cleanliness was excellent! Needed a microwave in room! Pool area was excellent! The overall comfort was very good. TV did not work right.
John, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay
I stay here when I'm in San José. Staff is friendly and hotel is very clean. Pool is nice.
Beryl, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place not too far from the airport
Lovely hotel with lovely people. The only downside was difficulties in booking the shuttle from the airport. We really enjoyed our stay at the Barcelo and proved to be an ideal place location wise to start our holiday. Thank you
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and close to downtown
Shona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Barcelo is always beautiful and reliably great! The staff is friendly and efficient. I only stay a night or two but do so often. It is a great place to stop after flying in and before shuttling out to someplace further afield.
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place highly recomended
Jorge, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Green oasis in the city.
Beautiful grounds. The food was the biggest disappointment. The expensive steak dinners were Ok, breakfast was trash, late night food was meh. Saturday night was really lively though.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The stay was nice, everyone visiting stay here.
Devon, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice, good pool
Nice hotel, good pool and good breakfast
Darius, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Check in was fast and staff was pleasant.
Melanie, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

I hope was bettery
If you key point is tbe cleanest, this is not bad but not excellent.if have allergy also is not, have a carpet floor. Mi desk was dirt. The people to friendly but have old process for all.
alejandra barrera, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Best place we have stayed in Costa Rica. Rooms are spacious, employees kind and grounds are beautiful. The breakfast buffet has many options.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel for a very good price!
Roumiana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything Excellent Hotel service restaurants friendly employees thank you Barcelo
Luis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel and staff were amazing
Roxanne, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Hotel and services friendly customer service
Luis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stay here a lot, but you never know what the stay will be like. Nice place for rhe price, friendly staff.
Leeroy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Is a ok place .
Julio, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful hotel
Just a bit away from anything that you could walk to.
Delmer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous choice!
We arrived very early and were given a wonderful room well before check in time. Enjoyed the pool area and great food. Left very early next morning. Check out was a breeze and we were very comfortable in the beautiful living room area next to reception while waiting for our shuttle.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, welcome fruit plate, great pool, comfy bed. Overall great stay breakfast buffet was great the room service hamburger and pasta was not good.
Tanya, 1-night trip