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Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from National Theater

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The Apex
Lobby
Lobby
Front of property – evening/night
2 restaurants, dinner served, local cuisine

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

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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

Room options

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Double Room, King Bed

Double Room, King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Beds

Double Room, 2 Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante)

Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Apex

The Apex

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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El Atelier

El Atelier

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1963

1963

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Loft

The Loft

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

San José

Hotel Presidente puts you in the heart of San José, within steps of National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .Las Americas Restaurant serves local cuisine and is open for dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Catedral hotel include Templo de Música and Parque Espana.

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Q'Empanadas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spoon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪RostiPollos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Azotea Calle 7 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Presidente

Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from National Theater
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Presidente. An area shuttle within 50 km and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1963
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Presidente offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

This San José hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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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 return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1963
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 full breakfast: from approximately USD 18 for adults and from USD 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

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; cash is not accepted
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 and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Presidente?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Presidente?

As of 4 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Presidente on 8 Feb 2026 start from AU$170.32, 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 Hotel Presidente?

Yep, Hotel Presidente has a free self car park.

What makes Hotel Presidente a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Presidente.

Does Hotel Presidente serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers highly rate the full breakfast here! Served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Presidente?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Presidente?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

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

Hotel Presidente Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 715 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Andrei

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All team are going above and beyond to accommodate needs of clients during stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

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

Great!

Very good location. Comfortable room and good breakfast. Ideal for visiting shops, museums and parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceed all my expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an oasis once you step inside! it is beautiful! Very nice lobby, beautiful restaurant, and nice quiet rooms. I was concerned it would be loud being right on a bus street but my room was quiet and had great views. Very nice breakfast buffet and very cool common spaces in the hotel for working or hanging out. Staff very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was cleaned daily, the staff was pleasant and willing to help with whatever I needed. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this hotel! We were there only one night but it was great. Beautiful hotel, clean, great staff. The only downer, the surrounding area was dirty and so many homeless people that it was a bit uncomfortable walking around.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025