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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Victorian Hotel in San José offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a TV, wardrobe, and balcony with garden views. Wellness and Leisure: Guests can relax at the spa and wellness centre, sun terrace, and lush garden. The hotel features a hot tub, sauna, and outdoor seating area. Dining Experience: The modern, romantic restaurant serves brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails. Breakfast options include continental, American, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Convenient Location: Located 17 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport, the hotel is an 18-minute walk from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Nearby attractions include Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica (2.7 km) and Parque Diversiones (6 km).
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Bella
Australia
“Gorgeous hotel! The staff were absolutely wonderful – especially Cameron and the lovely woman at the front desk (whose name I sadly forgot). The room was perfect: the shower was excellent, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. Couldn’t have...” - Miranda
United Kingdom
“The Staff were amazing, informative and helpful, suggesting restaurants, trips etc It's old colonial style, but that's what makes it. Great breakfast, chilled out bar and homely feel” - Annelise
Brazil
“Location was good, the room was spacious, hot shower, nice staff, historical building” - Yi
United Kingdom
“The house is a very old fashioned cute place with a gorgeous courtyard. All the staff are very friendly and helpful. I stayed on my first night when I arrived at St Jose and came back for another two nights before my departure.” - Nuria
United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel with lots of history. Excellent deco. Staff super friendly, Christian was great telling me the story of the house and how to cook the plantain and frijoles :) Only 6 minute walk to the centre. Breakfast was very good too.” - Matt
United Kingdom
“Lovely colloquial building about 1 km from the centre, plenty of instant food places nearby. Woukd make a great photo backdrop.” - Donna
Australia
“Beautiful Old Hotel, my room was clean and the bed very comfortable, the staff were wonderful. highly recommend.” - Job
Netherlands
“Excellent stay in San José. Located in a beautiful historical house, the room was a good size, clean, and with comfortable beds. The inside patio was green and sunny, and the staff were happy to go beyond to accommodate our needs. The breakfast...” - Kirstin
United Kingdom
“What a tranquil spot in the heart of San Jose. From the outside you may think that it could be a little loud given its central location but once you walk through the front doors (and the stunning interior decor) you are met with complete serenity...” - Paul
United Kingdom
“Beautifully renovated building with original artwork. Owner and staff were friendly and accommodating. No dislikes.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Feathers by The Victorian Hotel
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceModern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.






The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.