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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.

8,7
Very good
2150 reviews

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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

Reviews of Hotel Presidente

8,7
Very good
2150 verified ratings
Wonderful
1282
Very good
443
Good
272
Okay
68
Fair
56
Mediocre
9
Poor
20

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Most guests praised the hotel's excellent central location, making it easy to access city attractions. The breakfast consistently received high marks for variety and quality. Many reviews highlighted the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. Several guests also appreciated the spacious and comfortable rooms. Some negative feedback mentioned outdated facilities, occasional issues with cleanliness or amenities, and a few concerns about value for price, but overall, the positives outweighed the negatives.
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Breakfast10 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
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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

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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April
R2 436
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Hotel Presidente?

The cheapest month to stay at Hotel Presidente is September, with an average nightly rate of R1 916. The most expensive month is February at R3 132 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Hotel Presidente?

The cheapest day to book Hotel Presidente is Monday, with an average nightly rate of R1 907. The most expensive day is Wednesday at R2 436 per night.

How far in advance should you book Hotel Presidente?

To get the best price at Hotel Presidente, book around 4 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 17% compared to booking last minute.

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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8,3
2,2 km
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16,0 km