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Hotel Presidente

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The Apex | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished
Lobby
Front of property - evening/night
Lobby
2 restaurants, dinner served, local cuisine

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$156
$138 nightly
$156 total
Total with taxes and fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9

Explore the area

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Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, San José, 2922-1000
  • Place, National Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de la Cultura
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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Double Room, King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Double Room, King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Double Room, 2 Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • City view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Design Room, 1 King Bed (La Dama Elegante) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Design Room, 1 King Bed (La Dama Elegante)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed (El Caballero Elegante) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

Signature Room, 1 King Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

  • City view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Apex | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

The Apex

  • City view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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El Atelier | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

El Atelier

  • City view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1963 | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

1963

  • City view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Loft | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, individually furnished

The Loft

  • City view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San José

With a stay at Hotel Presidente, you'll be centrally located in San José, steps from National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Templo de Música and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design.

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 8 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Q'Empanadas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spoon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪RostiPollos - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San José hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 80 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, a television in a common area, and a reception hall. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 50 km.
Enjoy local cuisine at Las Americas Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Las Americas Restaurant - This rooftop bar specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Las Americas Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

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 parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1963
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Presidente Hotel
Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente Costa Rica
Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Presidente Costa Rica

Hotel Presidente Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 717 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very hospitable, happy hotel. All the staff were helpful and friendly. The room was clean and spacious, dinner was tasty and breakfast had lots of choices. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, breakfast buffet was fresh and nicely set.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute Hotel looks a little sketchy feom the outside because its in downtown San Jose. We went walking to a nearby restaurant and honestly everyone in Costa Rica is very nice and respectful. The Hotel is super cute tge staff is so friendly. They have the best breakfast in the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The TV in the room didn’t not really work, no channels working well and sound bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlos juan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good option for downtown. Rooftop bar/restaurant is its best asset.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, breakfast buffet was comprehensive and hotel was in a good central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and beautiful hotel. They were attentive and fit my specific needs. I was looking for a place to relax where I did not have to leave. The restaurant for dinner was amazing and affordable. The breakfast was delicious and ran long enough for me to sleep in a bit. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning property but definitely missed a pool and spa service. Loved that the property was well secured and offered a beautiful restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amritanshu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda Jana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel dinning. The restaurant is roof top, the food was good and the drinks were super too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and the staff was super friendly. The location was convenient and walking distance to most parts of town or an easy spot for bus or ride share pick up and drop off. The breakfast was delicious as well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yazmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Art & Design. The food. the rooftop par the flowers. The rooms were basic (& spotless/super clean) but the rest of the hotel was anything BUT basic and it is prime downtown location with FREE parking! The food at the Azotea 7 was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amanda in the reception was Amazing! We received a wonderful upgrade, a room with a balcony! The breakfast was. Extraordinary, the staff super friendly and welcoming! The Hotel aesthetics is gorgeous! A highly recommended this Hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building turned into a nice hotel. The roof top restaurant was excellent. We ate there 4 out of 5 nights we were there. However they refused to honor my Orbitz VIP status so breakfast was not included in my stay. They charge $18 a person for an extremely plain breakfast buffet that’s worth maybe half that amount. We walked around the corner to another hotel for better breakfast food at half the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ram

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel in central location for exploring the city. Lots of food and shopping areas nearby, walkable to most places. Staff were very professional and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Harmin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2 day stay

the hotel is clean and in good area, lose to market, but it has lots of restrictions
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Roof top restaurant was lovely, unfortunately our stay was ruined by multiple issues checking in followed by, despite asking on check in about booking the shuttle and being told I could do it in the morning, to not being able to do it in the morning as it needed to be reserved 24hrs in advance ?? It would have been 24hrs in advance if they had booked it as I requested on check in. The rooms shown on Expedia are nothing like the room we were given, I was hoping for a smart boutique style hotel / room as per the photos and ended up with a very standard hotel room with no English channels on the TV or the ability to stream . Aside from the restaurant I was pretty disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nita

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Convenient! Good location! Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunice

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025