Grand Hotel Costa Rica, an Ascend Collection hotel
Hotel Overview
GRAN HOTEL COSTA RICA
First of all, it is known as the Gran Hotel Costa Rica. I have stayed at this hotel several times...
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- Klw978
- Feb 12, 2012
The hotel is located in the heart of the culture and entertainment landmarks in San Jose, national museums, historical buildings, government buildings, entertainment venues which provide a privileged location for leisure or business travelers.
Since 1930 our hotel has been part of the Costa Rican culture, president John F. Kennedy constitute part of our history, making our hotel a museum for itself.
Our 107 rooms provide an original and historic ambiance that reflects the Costa Rican history, proving a piece of local culture.
*The hotel offers free high speed Internet access and free hot breakfast.
Grand Hotel Costa Rica, an Ascend Collection hotel Rooms
- Standard Room
- Standard rooms feature one or two queen size beds, classic wood furniture with desk, and inside window overlooking the courtyard.
Room Facilities:
24 h service, Alarm Clock, Bath, Bath or Shower, Cable/Satelite Television, Carpeted Floor, Celling Fan, Coffe/Tea Maker, Hair Dryer, Internet ADSL, Mini Bar, Safe, Seating Area, Telephone, Wake-up Service, WC/Shower on the floor. - Superior Room
- Spacious double room with great view of the Historic Center, feature kingsize bed or two queen size beds, classic wood furniture, wood desk and reading lamp, classic 1930 bathtub.
Room Facilities:
24 h service, Alarm Clock, Bath or Shower, Cable/Satelite Television, Carpeted Floor, Celling Fan, Coffe/Tea Maker, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Internet ADSL, Mini Bar, Radio & Alarm Clock, Safe, Seating Area, Telephone, Wake-up Service - Deluxe Two Bedroom
- Spacious rooms with king size bed or 2 Queen size beds. These rooms have a great view of the Historic Center and feature a living room with classic wood style furniture and desk.
Room Facilities:
24 h service, Air Conditioning, Bath or Shower, Cable/Satelite Television, Carpeted Floor, Celling Fan, Coffe/Tea Maker, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Internet ADSL, Mini Bar, Radio & Alarm Clock, Safe, Seating Area, Sofa - J.F.K Presidential Suite
- The same that former President John F. Kennedy used in his visit to Costa Rica in 1963 with:
*Great view of the Historic Center.
*Lobby, living and dining room areas.
*Bar.
*Very spacious bedroom with King size bed.
*Magnificent restored classic wood furniture and desk (same used by John F. Kennedy).
* 2 Plasma T.V.s with satellite signal.
* Mini bar.
* Bathroom with jacuzzi .
* Extra bathroom for guests .
* Digital security box.
* Wireless internet .
* Ceiling fan and A/C .
-Please notice that as an extra service you can add the option of renting a car to the cost of your room.
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- Area served
- San Jose, Costa Rica
- Nearby airports
- Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): Approximate driving time is 25 minutes and distance is 12 km (7 miles).
- Area description
- Our Central location, just 20 minutes from the International Airport, enables you to easily enjoy the National Theater, Plaza de la Cultura and pre-Columbian Gold Museum all adjacent to our hotel.
Amenities
- Business center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness center
- Free breakfast
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Smoke-free policy
- Wireless Internet
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- Our fifth floor offers several meeting and convention facilities with access to modern audio visual equipment.
Dining
- El Bufo Dorado / The Golden Frog
- Enjoy our new wood finished bar "El Bufo Dorado" (The Golden Frog), furnished in leather with exotic fresh fruit cocktails.
- Restaurant 1930
- Enjoy our fine dinning at the restaurant 1930 while you listen to live piano, cello and violin music.
- Cafe 1930
- Our famous 24 hour open air Cafeteria las Arcadas serves your favorite breakfast, plus lunch and dinner specials. During lunch we have live piano music, every day.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1400
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by CheapTickets
Guest Reviews (1)
Ratings and reviews for Grand Hotel Costa Rica, an Ascend Collection hotel
- All travelers (1) 4 / 5
- Singles (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
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GRAN HOTEL COSTA RICA
First of all, it is known as the Gran Hotel Costa Rica. I have stayed at this hotel several times over the past few years arriving on Friday to enjoy the capital city and all of the museums and culture of the Avenida Central, Teatro Nacional and Plaza de Cultura before heading to the central Pacific. This hotel is a national treasure. If you are expecting five star American standards this is not the hotel for you. If you are up for a stay at a wonderful Costa Rican landmark you'll love it. No air conditioning--you don't need it. Open windows--you may want to stay in rooms facing the Avenida Central because it is a pedestrian walkway--traffic on the other side of the hotel. Food in the restaurant is wonderful. During "high season" there is a wonderful breakfast buffet on one of the upper floors with view of the city. Included in room rate! All museums are within walking distance-a walking tour of the city starts in front of the Teatro right in front of the hotel. Visit the Mercardo Central to get a feeling for Costa Rican market. Be sensible--keep valuables secure be aware of your surroundings. Enjoy people watching in the Plaza which is a main thouroughfare for pedestrians going to and fro--the big Coca Cola bus station is not far away. You can't find a hotel better located to enjoy the capitol city. Just be aware--you are not in the U.S. and things are usually done on Tico Time. Enjoy!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Enjoy yourself and you will love Costa Rica.
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