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Barceló San José

Property class: 4

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
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A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.
A couple in a hot tub with a tiled wall and a metal ladder.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
The current price is $84
$75 nightly
$84 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22

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Urbanización El Robledal, La Uruca, 01150 San José, Costa Rica, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150
  • Place, Hospital México
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Room (Superior Level)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Premium Room (Superior Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • City view
  • 329 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Double Room Single Use

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 329 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view.

Suite (Master)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 857 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a large window with a view of buildings.

Premium Suite (Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 578 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 329 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(174 reviews)
  • City view
  • 329 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Presidential Suite (Premium Level)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Presidential Suite (Premium Level)

  • City view
  • 1466 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San José

In the heart of San José, Barceló San José is within a 5-minute drive of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. .This spa hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Morazan Park and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from National Museum of Costa Rica.

What's nearby

  • Hospital México - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Sabana Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Amusement Park San Jose - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Escazú Village - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Jacks Station - 4 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ánfora - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Miyako - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Flor de Loto - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alma Del Árbol - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Barceló San José

Barceló San José offers 254 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.
Make yourself at home in one of the 254 guestrooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 17 meeting rooms. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.
Barceló San José has 3 restaurants on site.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

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
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests must contact this property at least 36 hours prior to arrival to arrange airport shuttle pickup.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Barcelo Palacio
Barcelo Palacio Hotel
Barcelo Palacio Hotel San Jose
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Barcelo San Jose Palacio
Palacio Barcelo
Palacio San Jose
San Jose Barcelo Palacio
San Jose Palacio Barcelo
Barcelo Palacio Hotel Costa Rica
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San Jose Barcelo
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Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1466 out of 2171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 410 out of 2171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 2171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 2171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 2171 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotell nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice food place nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property nice room and excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely settings A little far out but great if you want to be near the airport Breakfast was amazing Used shuttle from airport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very clean, and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beatytul hotel, we just love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff, good breakfast , clean .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service staff, spacious clean rooms and amazing food
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was a great stay for our family. Really enjoyed the garden around the hotel. Breakfast was plentiful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean and well kept. Staff was helpful and breakfast had a great variety.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice hotel. Very very clean and staff nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk people were nice, the rooms clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
"The hotel staff was professional and accommodating. We found the rooms to be consistently clean and the dining room was pristine for our morning breakfast."
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff. They picked us up from the airport, and the Alamo representative inside the hotel actually brought our rental car to the hotel for us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, and wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent services without hesitation I eill be back to this beautiful hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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everything went great and the staff were very friendly and helpful, breakfast was amazing 😋 not too close to get to places but was very nice 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is an excellent hotel. The staff were always helpful and the decor/surroundings was beautiful. There are 4 different dining options on site and the food is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and caring
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Very helpful staff and beautiful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food good parkim good bar
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026