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1 room, 2 guests
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$124
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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$124
Double room
$168
King room
$210
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Overview

Located in the heart of Downtown San Jose, Hotel Presidente is an artsy, urban hotel that caters to guests with 80 smoke-free and soundproof rooms spread over 8 floors. The hotel rooms are outfitted with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges with free bottled water, comfortable hypoallergenic bedding and in-room safes. Pet-friendly and family-friendly, the hotel also provides rollaway beds, pet treats and adjoining rooms on requests. Upgraded rooms come with additional living spaces.

Guests are served a complimentary buffet breakfast with room service options. In addition, the hotel boasts a scenic rooftop terrace restaurant set against a mountain view, offering continental meals and a wide variety of drinks. It's also within walking distance fo a wide variety of restaurants and cafes serving everything from Italian to authentic Costa Rican cuisine.

Situated right in the center of a cultural hub, the Hotel Presidente is a popular pick with tourists because of it's close proximity to many world-famous cultural landmarks and institutions. It's less than five minutes from the Plaza de la Cultura, the Precolumbian Gold Museum, and the Costa Rica National Theater, and 0.3 miles from the Metropolitan Church and the Teatro Popular Melico Salazar.

Hotel Presidente is also conveniently situated 25-30 minutes away from the Tobias Bolanos and Juan Santamaria International Airports. Some of the hotel services include a 24-hour car rental, on-site currency exchange, and 24-hour front desk service. Guests can also take advantage of the airport and area shuttle for trips around the neighborhood while stay connected using the hotel's complimentary WI-Fi.

8.8
Very good rating
Based on 2,094 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Presidente

Thu 30/4
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Fri 1/5
Standard Room
1 king bed
$124
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$137
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$140
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
$210
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$231
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$255
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$168
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$199
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$201
nightly with fees
Queen room
bed type unknown
$240
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$246
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$249
nightly with fees
Superior room
2 double beds
$214
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$217
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$243
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Hotel Presidente

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • No smoking

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Library
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Trouser press

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Casino
  • Horse riding

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Spa

  • Sauna

Reviews of Hotel Presidente

8.8
Very good
2094 verified ratings
Wonderful
1247
Very good
425
Good
274
Okay
69
Fair
54
Mediocre
9
Poor
16

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's excellent location and friendly, helpful staff. The breakfast was often described as good or excellent, and the rooms were noted for being comfortable and spacious in some cases. Some guests enjoyed the rooftop restaurant and communal areas. However, there were some complaints about inconsistent service quality and occasional issues with room amenities and cleanliness. Overall, the hotel offers a pleasant stay with good value for its central location and amenities.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Room Size6.5 out of 10
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) Very clean! Cool vibe. Great location. Incredible breakfast included. Very amicable staff.

Location

Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José

What's nearby

  • Museo de Oro120 m
  • Plaza de la Cultura156 m
  • Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica163 m
  • Templo de la Musica213 m
  • Museo del Jade300 m
  • Museum of Contemporary Art and Design0.4 km
  • Melico Salazar Theater0.4 km
  • San Jose Parque Central0.5 km
  • Museo Nacional de Costa Rica0.5 km
  • Barrio Amón0.5 km
  • Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture1 km
  • University of Costa Rica2.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Hotel Presidente

  • Where is Hotel Presidente located?

    Hotel Presidente is located at Avenida Central, Calle 7 in Catedral, 2.2 km from the centre of San José. Museo de Oro is the closest landmark to Hotel Presidente.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Presidente?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Hotel Presidente.

  • Does Hotel Presidente offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Presidente offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Hotel Presidente offer free parking?

    Yes, Hotel Presidente offers free parking.

  • How far is Hotel Presidente from the airport?

    Hotel Presidente is 7.5 km from San José Tobias Bolanos Intl. Hotel Presidente is 16 km from San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Distance to airport

8.2
2.2 km
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16.0 km