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Hotel Presidente

4 stars
Central Avenue Blvd 7th Street, San Jose,
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
98 reviews
Honeymoon

We had a great time here. The breakfast was perfect and the staff was so nice. They even gave us... See full review

  • Mck34
  • Mar 23, 2013
Awesome hotel!

It was hard to find, but it is in a good location. Not too far of a walk to the national cathedral... See full review

  • jcfruchtnicht
  • Oct 25, 2012
Explore San Jose from hotel with central location, free breakfast

The Hotel Presidente sits at the heart of downtown San Jose, within a few blocks of the National Theater, Pre-Colombian Gold Museum and Central Market. A posh retreat in the capital's government and business district, the Hotel Presidente offers amenities to suit business and leisure travelers. Hotel Presidente guests receive a complimentary breakfast buffet each morning, free Wi-Fi access, and the hotel has a full-service spa and fitness center on-site.

Highlights
  • Walking distance to downtown attractions
  • Spa and fitness center
  • Complimentary breakfast buffet
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet access
  • On-site casino with free drinks and hors d'oeuvres
Rooms

The Hotel Presidente features 92 guest rooms and suites. Standard guest rooms come with either single king-size beds or pairs of double beds, and suites boasts king-size beds and spacious living rooms. Spa rooms feature two-person Jacuzzi tubs. In-room amenities include laptop-size room safe, hair-dryer, air conditioning, LCD TV with cable, mini bar and free high-speed Internet access. Room service is available.

Features

Located at the heart of downtown San Jose, the Hotel Presidente boasts lushly designed interiors and relaxing amenities to provide guests a relaxing respite from their daily activities. The hotel features a fitness center and the on-site spa offers a full range of massages and body treatments (fees apply).


Guests can find a complimentary breakfast buffet each morning at the News Cafe, a casual restaurant that serves sandwiches and salads for lunch, and pasta and steak for dinner. Business travelers can stay connected with free Wi-Fi Internet access, and the hotel also offers complimentary computer terminals. Other on-site amenities include currency exchange, luggage storage and tour desk.

Transportation
  • Coca Cola Bus Station (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Juan Santamaria International Airport (11.5 mi/18.6 km)
Attractions
  • Pre-Colombian Gold Museum (1 block)
  • National Theater (Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica)(2 blocks)
  • Central Market (0.5 mi/0.9 km)
  • Simon Bolivar Zoo (0.6 mi/1 km)
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art (2.4 mi/3.8 km)
  • La Paz Waterfall Gardens (30.8 mi/49.6 km)
Business
  • Computer terminals
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet access
Policies and fees
  • Non Smoking Policy: Due to Costa Rican law, city hotels are non smoking facilities.
  • Visitors Policy: As a safety and securtity measure, access to the guestroom floors of the Hotel is limited to registered guests only. Visitors are welcome to the ground level facilities and services.

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Hotel Presidente Rooms

Standard Room Double
Our most traditional room type provides our guests with 215-375 square feet of living space. Standard Room offers two beds, making them ideal for both business and leisure travelers.

Amenities:Air conditioning, alarm clock, bathrobe, bathroom amenities, cable / satellite TV, color TV, en-suite / private bathroom, hairdryer, internet access, iron / ironing board, laundry service, mini bar, modem / data port connection, non-smoking rooms, room service, safe in room, telephone and voice mail.
Standard Room King
Our most traditional room type provides our guests with 215-375 square feet of living space. Standard Room offers a King size bed, making them ideal for both business and leisure travelers.

Amenities:Air conditioning, alarm clock, bathrobe, bathroom amenities, cable / satellite TV, color TV, en-suite / private bathroom, hairdryer, internet access, iron / ironing board, laundry service, mini bar, modem / data port connection, non-smoking rooms, room service, safe in room, telephone and voice mail.
Spa Rooms
Our lavish Spa Rooms feature a two-person Jacuzzi. These rooms were designed with your relaxation and comfort in mind, and include a lounging area and a king size bed in an ample 480square feet space.
Junior Suite
Our generously sized and newly renovated Junior Suites offer 500-650 square feet of spacious accommodations in a warm and inviting decor.
Luxuriate in the comfort and convenience of separate living room and bedroom areas. Junior Suites feature a comfortable king size bed and outstanding mountain and city views.

Amenities:Air conditioning, alarm clock, bathrobe, bathroom amenities, cable / satellite TV, color TV, en-suite / private bathroom, hairdryer, internet access, iron / ironing board, laundry service, mini bar, modem / data port connection, non-smoking rooms, room service, safe in room, telephone and voice mail.
Grand Spa Suites
Our Grand Spa Suites are truly inspired. These spectacular 650 square feet suites feature a glass enclosed two-person Jacuzzi, and are designed with your ultimate relaxation in mind.
The Grand Spa Suite offers the spacious luxury of a king size bed, ample living room and a balcony offering unparalleled mountain views of San Jose's Central Mountain chain.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • FREE parking
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Pets allowed
Elevators
Activities
Fitness center or spa
Casino
Spa services
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
24 hour room service
Room service
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Safe deposit box
Tour desk
Conference facilities
Doctor on call
Currency exchange
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
FREE parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Wheel chair access
Accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible elevators

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Hotel Map

9.9336 -84.0752
Area served
San Jose.
Nearby airports
Juan Santamara International Airport.
Area description
Bustling downtown San Jose houses Costa Ricas financial district, along with most governmental offices and institutions. The Central Avenue Boulevard and its surrounding parks and plazas have been called the biggest outdoor shopping center in Central America.

Nearby points of interest

  • National Theater: 0.1 mi

Dining

Restaurant:
Start your day with the hearty breakfast. At lunch, choose from delicious salads, sandwiches and burgers. If you crave pasta or steak, stop in for dinner. The hotel also cater to your sweet tooth with the tantalizing dessert selection. Catch up with friends over drinks and appetizers from the full bar. Meet over an aromatic cup of Costa Rica coffee. Whatever time of day, you will find just the right thing to eat or drink at the News Cafe. The full menu features American specialties and Costa Rica delicacies. The bar is well stocked with a wide selection of soft drinks, spirits, domestic and imported beers and wines. Located on the ground floor of the Hotel Presidente, the News Cafes terrace is directly on Central Avenue, giving you a front seat to watch the energetic pace of downtown San Jose. The comfortable, relaxing atmosphere makes this the ideal place to catch up on conversation while enjoying a delightful meal.

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.

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Guest Reviews (98)

Ratings and reviews for Hotel Presidente

Overall score

3.9 / 5
98 out of 98
Amenities:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
4.5
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.1
Value:
4

84% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

4
walkabout70
Edmonton, AB
May 5, 2013

President Obama

Due to the president's visit a lot of the roads around the hotel were closed. The friendly staff did an amazing job making sure I got to my destinations quickly and avoided road closures. The hotel is beautiful and very secure. The location is central to everything except the airport and I felt quite safe walking the area. (although this may have been because of the expanded police presence due to the President's visit.) Overall well worth the price.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

Papi's Sports Bar is one block away and has a great friendly atmosphere.

Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

5
Mck34
Ithaca, NY
Mar 23, 2013

Honeymoon

We had a great time here. The breakfast was perfect and the staff was so nice. They even gave us breakfast to go when we had to leave at 5am for the airport.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Nightlife tip: Not Applicable

There weren't many options for night life in the area besides casinos.

Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

4
Mary and Terri
Napa, CA
Mar 15, 2013

quiet room in a busy area

After touring around the country, a nice place to enjoy the city : museum and good restaurants nearby. High traffic (car and foot) area, the hotel was clean, and felt safe. The room was tranquil and quiet with no outside noise. Local crafts nearby for souvenirs. Enjoyed a facial and massage at the spa...nice!!!!!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

3
pints
new york, new york
Mar 11, 2013

central location

best part about this hotel was the staff and how helpful and friendly they were.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

4
PeterBrooklyn
Brooklyn, New York
Feb 24, 2013

More bang for your bucks

Staff was courteous and the location was smack middle of everything. Add free wifi and free breakfast, and you have all you would need.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

4
kickstone
Aurora, CO.
Feb 20, 2013

excellent downtown location

Location is right on the pedestrian mall and next to a kfc fast food restaurant. Rather spartan quarters, but adequate. Nice buffet breakfast and the staff was attentive. I was impressed that the desk provided stamps gratis for my postcards. Was really great that I didn't have to be bothered about getting stamps and finding a post drop. I really liked that. I would stay at the Hotel Presidente again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

lots of fast food restaurants on the pedestrian mall

Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

3
Byron B
Tacoma wa
Feb 20, 2013

Nice rooms

Nice rooms comfy beds clean good location safe breakfast average

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Turn right after exiting hotel and the first local restaurant was awesome and a great value.also try the pizza from the small local pizza shops excellent

Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

4
candi O
san jose, costa rica
Feb 16, 2013

couple getaway

good location. staff will help you sign up for day excursions.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

4
Redrah
Sutter Creek, CA
Dec 20, 2012

overnite in San Jose

Exceeded our expectations; we did not know what to expect. Travel service rating was accurate.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Hotel Presidente

Reviewer score

4
Turboxp
Puerto Rico
Dec 10, 2012

excellent and comfortable

The hotel is very central for visiting the city. The rich breakfast every morning

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
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