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Barceló San José

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

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Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Sabana Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room (Superior Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(115 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite (Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Master)

Suite (Master)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Single Use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San José

Barceló San José puts you in the centre of San José, 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Sabana Park and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from National Stadium of Costa Rica. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, gym and sauna plus access to racquetball/squash. 17 meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a children's swimming pool. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of free airport pick-up service. .With a stay at this 4-property class Uruca hotel, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Morazan Park and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from National Museum of Costa Rica.

What's nearby

  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sabana Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Morazan Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Cuatro Reinas Station - 7 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 19 min drive

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

Suburban hotel with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
Barceló San José offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and 17 meeting rooms. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the business-friendly Barceló San José. A free shuttle from the airport to the hotel is free (available 24 hours). Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 254 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Barceló San José offers 254 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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
  • Free cot
  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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
Guests must contact this property at least 36 hours prior to arrival to arrange airport shuttle pickup.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Barceló San José

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 19 for adults and from USD 19 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 smoke detector, a security system and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Barceló San José?

Barceló San José offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Barceló San José?

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barceló San José on 10 Aug 2025 start from AU$112.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Barceló San José?

Yep, Barceló San José has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Is there a spa on site at Barceló San José?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Barceló San José. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Barceló San José have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Barceló San José has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from January to December.

What luxury perks are available at Barceló San José?

Barceló San José features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Barceló San José a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Barceló San José.

Is Barceló San José family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Barceló San José is a hit with families.

Does Barceló San José serve breakfast?

Yep, guests are hooked on the cooked-to-order brekkie here! Available daily, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Barceló San José?

Yep, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Barceló San José?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Barceló San José?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Barceló San José?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1080 out of 1631 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1631 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1631 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1631 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 1631 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio

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

10/10 Excellent

Rick, Bismarck

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

8/10 Good

Dawn

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carey

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe I enjoyed it very much
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool area. Clean. Staff are friendly and efficient. Good pianist playing in the lobby .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flora

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan, Lafayette

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

8/10 Good

Antoinette Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in process is very slow. Be prepared to wait and for it to take 20 minutes plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Antoinette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The check in process upon arrival is very slow. I recommend looking into reducing the amount of time it takes to check in. It almost makes me not want to return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ALICIA, newport

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast. Outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

humberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great nature trail
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

alejandra barrera

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle service. Wonderful suite. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delmer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really recommend this hotel. Nothing to complain about.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Juliet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this hotel because it advertised airport transfer. Going there we waited for an hour at the airport along with other guests and getting back to the airport we could not find room on a shuttle and had to uber. We were told that the return trip to the airport had to be booked from the hotel and when we tried to book it, there was no space. We missed using the pool due to one employee telling us it was open later than it was. (Apparently he did not know the hours had changed). We were told breakfast was included for an extra $10 US per person and we were charged over $20 US pp. However, we had a relaxing stay here at the beginning and end of our travels. The hotel is comfortable and staff were friendly, if not well trained.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lynette

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