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Santo Tomas Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian San José hotel connected to a shopping centre, within walking distance of National Theater

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Waterslide
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Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs | View from room
Rooftop terrace
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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7th Avenue, between 3rd and 5th Street, San José, San Jose, 10101
  • Popular LocationNational Theater6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMercado Central10 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Museum of Costa Rica11 min walk
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)27 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Original 1908 Economy Room

Original 1908 Economy Room

Original 1908 Economy Room

8.6/10 Very good

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

9.4/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor | View from room

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

7.7/10 Good

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

Shower, hair dryer, towels

Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 40.0 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room Standard With Satellite/Cable Tv

Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room Standard With Satellite/Cable Tv

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Suite Superior

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Quadruple Room Superior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Quadruple Room Deluxe

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room Standard

Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room Standard

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room Deluxe

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

San José

Santo Tomas Hotel puts you in the heart of San José, connected to a shopping centre and within a 20-minute stroll of National Center of Art and Culture and National Theater. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and hydrotherapy. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, waterslide and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and microwave in a common area. Free local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Carmen hotel include National Park and Jade Museum.

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 6 min walk
  • Central Park - 9 min walk
  • Spirogyra Jardin de Mariposas - 10 min walk
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 11 min walk
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Silvestre - 2 min walk
  • Saboreaté y Cafe - 2 min walk
  • Restaurante La Criollita - 2 min walk
  • El Social - 4 min walk
  • Café Rojo - 1 min walk

About this property

Santo Tomas Hotel

Victorian San José hotel connected to a shopping centre, within walking distance of National Theater
Santo Tomas Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a waterslide, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A hot tub, a fitness centre, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Santo Tomas Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victorian San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1908
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Dining venue
Santo Tomas Hotel offers 30 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

This San José hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Massage

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
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Building
  • Built in 1908
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

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
Express check-out available

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 Santo Tomas Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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 and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Santo Tomas
Hotel Tomas
Santo Tomas Hotel
Tomas Hotel
Tomas Santo
Santo Tomas
Hotel Santo Tomas Costa Rica/San Jose

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Santo Tomas Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Santo Tomas Hotel?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santo Tomas Hotel on 4 June 2024 start from AU$103.51, 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 Santo Tomas Hotel?

Yep, Santo Tomas Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Santo Tomas Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, facials and body treatments.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Santo Tomas Hotel has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What makes Santo Tomas Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Santo Tomas Hotel.

Is Santo Tomas Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a waterslide and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Santo Tomas Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests give high marks to the free local cuisine brekkie here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Santo Tomas Hotel?

No, Santo Tomas Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Santo Tomas Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Santo Tomas Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Santo Tomas Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Santo Tomas Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly owner and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Marian

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Mary L, Oliver

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
we only stayed one night as the area around the hotel was not safe. There was a prostitute bar right across the street
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, convenient to explore downtown. Service was spot on. It was reasonably priced and the breakfast had choices and was nice and hot - cooked for you not a buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Rachelle

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
As tourists, we felt this hotel was in a very bad part of downtown. It wasn't a very nice area, we didn't feel very safe, and there was a prostitute outside the hotel in the early morning when we had to check out. There is a locked gate to get in & out, and barbed wire along the top perimeter, but we still didn't feel safe coming & going after dark. Parking also wasn't easy. The front desk employee said she would open the gate for us to bring our vehicle in, but she didn't, so it was a huge hassle to to get parked. Staff weren't overly friendly or very helpful. The hotel itself is very old, so therefore just not very nice all around. Our floor looked very old & dirty, room was very tiny. There is a gym and pool though!!! Wouldnt recommended for the money we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

jo anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay as always, this was our fourth time here. Jeremy on the front desk is a star. We had a great room on the first floor, much larger than the last time (which was nice). The pool is a wonderful bonus. Breakfast is always great. Not the most upscale of neighhoods but great location just a 10 minute walk to the 7-10 or Peme bus stations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, convenient , historic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kartika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024