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Hotel Grano de Oro

4.0 star property
Upscale Victorian hotel near Museum of Costa Rican Art

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View
Daily full breakfast (USD 19 per person)
Fitness facility
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Check out the area

Map
Calle 30 Avs 2 y 4, San José, San Jose
  • Popular LocationNational Theater3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Museum of Costa Rica4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Stadium of Costa Rica4 min drive
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)23 min drive

Room options

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | View from room

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The price is AU$286
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
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About the area

San José

A family-friendly stay in the heart of San José awaits you at Hotel Grano de Oro. Within a 30-minute stroll, you'll find Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Restaurante Grano de Oro, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy access to 2 hot tubs along with a gym and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is available. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Hospital hotel include National Stadium of Costa Rica and Jade Museum.

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 10 min walk
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 11 min walk
  • National Theater - 3 min drive
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 4 min drive
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Cemetery Station - 11 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Le Bistrot de Paris - 5 min walk
  • McDonald's - 3 min walk
  • Momo Café - 1 min walk
  • Restaurante Grano de Oro - 1 min walk
  • Teriyaki - 5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Grano de Oro

Upscale Victorian hotel near Museum of Costa Rican Art
Hotel Grano de Oro offers its guests 2 hot tubs and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Grano de Oro. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1991
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • 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
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Grano de Oro offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee: USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Grano de Oro

Things to do

  • 2 spa tubs
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Hot stone massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 full breakfast: from approximately USD 19 for adults and from USD 19 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 26332 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 26332 (one-way)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger stay 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Grano de Oro?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Grano de Oro?

As of 17 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Grano de Oro on 28 May 2024 start from AU$287.14, 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 Grano de Oro?

Yep, Hotel Grano de Oro has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Grano de Oro?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as deep-tissue massages.

What makes Hotel Grano de Oro a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a champagne service, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Grano de Oro.

Is Hotel Grano de Oro family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Grano de Oro is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Grano de Oro serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Grano de Oro?

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 Grano de Oro?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Grano de Oro?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Grano de Oro Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 811 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in ... pleasant staff. Lovely restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

10/10 Excellent

Sina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel. Older and more traditional, but very tasteful and nice. Would recommend for anyone visiting San Jose.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff went above and beyond to make us feel special and honored every reassigned. Beautiful hotel with so much character!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Adria Lizette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Susanne, Cape Coral

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023