Hotel Colonial

In the heart of downtown San José, in the Chinatown area and tucked behind Iglesia La Soledad. A city-center hotel a short drive from Sabana Park (about 4 minutes) and the National Stadium (about 6 minutes). Steps from Plaza de la Democracia, the National Theater and several museums. Juan Santamaría Intl. (SJO) is roughly 21 km (about 13 mi) away.

Housed in a restored neocolonial building nearly a century old, Hotel Colonial feels cozy and classic with a modern touch. The property has just 16 air-conditioned guestrooms with desks, cable/satellite TV, ceiling fans and en suite showers with complimentary toiletries. Expect a small garden and terrace, an outdoor pool and family-friendly spaces including children's playrooms. Staff speak English and Spanish.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, wander the garden and grab a coffee in the on-site café. Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available in rooms and common areas. There’s a gift shop/newsstand and a tour/ticket desk to book local excursions. Wake up to downtown mornings, then return for luggage storage and 24-hour reception service.

Practical services include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, laundry/dry cleaning and an airport shuttle (roundtrip for a surcharge). Self parking is available onsite (charges may apply).

An on-site restaurant serves local cuisine, plus a coffee shop/café and a bar/lounge for evening drinks. Room service is offered and a complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.