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Barceló San José

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Outdoor pool
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Restaurant
Premium Room (Superior Level)
Body treatments, body wraps, body scrubs, facials
Luxury
4.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Elegance in vibrant San José luxury

Beautifully landscaped premises and a grand lobby welcome you to this elegant hotel in vibrant San José. Unwind by the pool, savour exquisite dining, and enjoy exclusive access to the executive lounge.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150
  • Place, Hospital México
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room (Superior Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Single Use

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Master)

Suite (Master)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite (Level)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(153 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the area

San José

In the heart of San José, Barceló San José is within a 5-minute drive of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. .This spa hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Morazan Park and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from National Museum of Costa Rica.

What's nearby

  • Hospital México - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sabana Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Costa Rica Convention Center - 9 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Contraloria Station - 5 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ánfora - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Miyako - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Barceló San José

Barceló San José offers 254 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.
Make yourself at home in one of the 254 guestrooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 17 meeting rooms. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.
Barceló San José has 3 restaurants on site.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 17 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests must contact this property at least 36 hours prior to arrival to arrange airport shuttle pickup.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Barcelo Palacio
Barcelo Palacio Hotel
Barcelo Palacio Hotel San Jose
Barcelo Palacio San Jose
Barcelo San Jose
Barcelo San Jose Palacio
Palacio Barcelo
Palacio San Jose
San Jose Barcelo Palacio
San Jose Palacio Barcelo
Barcelo Palacio Hotel Costa Rica
Barcelo San Jose Palacio Costa Rica
Barcelo San Jose Palacio Hotel San Jose
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San Jose Barcelo
Barceló San José Hotel San Jose
Barceló San José Hotel
Barceló San José San Jose
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Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1355 out of 2036 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 400 out of 2036 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 2036 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 2036 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 2036 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large, clean rooms. Beautiful gardens and pool area. Excellent breakfast and dining options. Staff were outstanding. I rolled my ankle during my stay; the night manager helped me out with some supplies from the first aid kit and the following morning the concierge phoned the hospital pharmacy in order to get an ankle brace and tensor bandage delivered to the hotel. Now that is great service! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Guerdeline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, and the staff was very courteous
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Belle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent and if you wanna get the best experience get the All Inclusive or Premium
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

crystal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed our stay, nice beds, only complaint would be wish they offered the shuttle to/from the airport as needed or at least every hour. They go every 3rd hr, so we just paid for an uber we didn't wanna sit and wait that long.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ali, Calgary

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Frank, Huntley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a bit dated, however it can add to its charm. There is room for improvement and efficiencies. The pool is amazing and the grill restaurant by the pool has very good food…. However this restaurant is run very poorly. Almost terribly. There is no consistency with the service. A normal tourist would think serving food and drinks would be available, but it is not… but maybe depending on the day??? Yeah, you never know. The pool bar and grill could be making a lot more money for the hotel, just HIRE (and train) some staff. The current staff doesn’t seem to have a grasp on customer service. Many times I sat waiting for service and I’m talking 30 minutes of WAITING. One day I waited 1 hour for food. 1 hour! I timed it because of the long waits prior…. And I was tipping the staff hoping it would help, but it didn’t. I witnessed my food waiting to be brought to me, sit on the warming area for 15 minutes while one girl just sat and stared at the cash register, the bar manager chat with people and the waitress occupied herself doing meaningless tasks…. All while my food sat. I almost when up and got it myself! Terrible! I saw people bring in their own beer and pizza to the pool. Which tells you the hotel is not operating properly. The pool grill needs to be trained…. Hello hotel manager??? The breakfast was decent, same for the night time meals which were included in my package. However the dispenser for the night beverage is broke and only trickles out beverages….
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jhonathan

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved it, great 👍😃
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens, great buffet breakfast, nice rooms. Only drawback is you cannot walk to stores or restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tigidankay

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jasmine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff especially friendly. The room and the amenities were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ann Marie

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Allan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
pretty poor breakfast, noisy ac, noisy fan in bathroom. Not enough loungers by the pool and loads reserved with towels and no one on them. Quite a way out of town and a bit run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, great amenities, cleanliness, the staff were kind and courteous, helpful. Restaurants in the hotel were good. Overall great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel, friendly staff! Unfortunately there wasn’t enough sun beds and the seating arrangement around the pool could have been planned better to accommodate more beds/chairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They keep everything neat and clean the breakfast was always good the snack &wine room was really nice we loked tje quiet atmasphere even by the pool staff very corteous
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

pedro

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Domenica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff , clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Kaneaki

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and professional staff. It was an incredibly easy drive to the airport due to its location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Siva

Liked: Cleanliness
Great breakfast variety
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

norma

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026