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About this property
Featuring neo-colonial architecture, a terrace, garden and swimming pool, Hotel Colonial is located 600 metres from San José main square and 5 minutes’ walk from the National Museum. The suites and rooms offer safety box, cable TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries and shower. Some suites and rooms offer ceiling fan Guests at Hotel Colonial can find a wide range of restaurants offering local and international good within 200 metres. This property features as well meeting facilities, an on-site souvenir shop, tour desk and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Hotel Colonial is 3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 3 minutes’ drive from the National Cultural Centre. Juan Santamaría International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michael
United Kingdom
“Well located in central San Jose. Helpful staff. Excellent breakfast.” - Annabel
United Kingdom
“I liked the style, the pool and the feel of the place. Staff were helpful. Food was good value. It was centrally located and handy for buses.” - Alex
United Kingdom
“Location was excellent for walking in San Jose - easy to access tourist attractions and good restaurants. Staff were welcoming and attentive Recommend a short taxi towards Wilk Brewery for a good evening meal and drinks Quiet rooms” - Rebecca
New Zealand
“Great location with friendly staff and good restaurant on site” - Joanne
United Kingdom
“The hotel was centrally located, but far enough to avoid street noise, the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, the room, bed facilities were comfortable” - Philip
United Kingdom
“Great location (Short walk to Parque Central and pleasant Barrio Amón neighbourhood). Staff very helpful and friendly. Safe and secure hotel. A lovely breakfast to get the day going.” - William
United Kingdom
“Nice hotel. We moved room because the first night was in a room by the very noisy main road. Breakfast wasn’t very good at all.” - Clive
United Kingdom
“Comfortable, good location, good food in restaurant.” - Sara
United Kingdom
“Great location, incredibly kind staff, we had a super early pick up to go to Tortuguero (5.30am) and the hotel staff made sure we had a small breakfast before we left.” - Sayaka
United States
“Nice colonial building. Modern clean bathroom. Good breakfast with fresh fruits and eggs. I really liked that they had boiled eggs as well as scrambled eggs. Only $7 /night to park at a nearby parking. Staff were very helpful. Location was very...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Casa Colonial 452
- CuisineAmerican • Argentinian • Latin American
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.





The fine print
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.