Hotel Castillo

3.0 star property

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Lounge
Panoramic Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Balcony | View from room
Front of property
Interior
Food and drink
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • All-inclusiveAll-inclusiveAll-inclusive
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Avenida 9 y Calle 9 y 11 Detras del ins, San José, 10104
  • Popular LocationNational Museum of Costa Rica9 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Theater9 min walk
  • Popular LocationCentral Park12 min walk
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)27 min drive

Room options

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Panoramic Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room safe
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

San José

An all-inclusive stay in the heart of San José awaits you at Hotel Castillo. Within steps you'll find Casa Amarilla and Parque Espana. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning local cuisine breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of airport drop-off service. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Carmen hotel include Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 9 min walk
  • National Theater - 9 min walk
  • Central Park - 12 min walk
  • Sabana Park - 4 min drive
  • San Pedro Mall - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 9 min walk
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Silvestre - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Saboreaté y Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪ChuBBs Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Criollita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Orvieto by la 22 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Castillo

Adults-only San José hotel in Carmen with 24-hour front desk
Hotel Castillo is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Hotel Castillo also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services.

This 3-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1900
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Castillo offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations, with a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This San José hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 4 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1900
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Castillo

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 4 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20.00 per vehicle

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Castillo San Jose
Castillo San Jose
Hotel Castillo Hotel
Hotel Castillo San José
Hotel Castillo Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Castillo?

Hotel Castillo offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Castillo?

As of 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Castillo on 5 June 2024 start from AU$327.83, 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 Hotel Castillo family-friendly?

No, Hotel Castillo is an adults-only property.

Does Hotel Castillo serve breakfast?

Sure does, local cuisine brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Castillo?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Castillo?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Castillo?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Castillo?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Castillo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for fun!
Very close to downtown, shops, restaurants. Very clean and the staff is very helpful. I have stayed here 2 years in a row.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Castillo en San Jose
Great location. Staff work with you on any requests. Breakfast is delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
Hotel was very nice. The all inclusive is well worth the money! They also have a sister hotel a few blocks away you can use your all inclusive at.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the city, friendly staff!!! Will always stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed my stay
Good location. Nice and quiet hotel felt like I had the whole place to myself. It’s an old building that has some character, I will definitely stay here again. The only bad thing about this place is that there is no daily maid service to clean the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent independent hotel
I love this hotel, it is my 4th stay here, and the facility and all inclusive service are always superb, in my view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018