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Hotel Presidente

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The Apex
Front of property – evening/night
Lobby
Lobby
2 restaurants, dinner served, local cuisine
Luxury
4.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Elegant escape in vibrant San José

Elegant architecture and a central location make this property perfect for exploring San José's vibrant attractions. Savour a delightful breakfast, sip classy drinks at the bar, and enjoy stunning rooftop views.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, San José, 2922-1000
  • Place, National Theater of Costa Rica
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de la Cultura
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mercado Central
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, King Bed

Double Room, King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, 2 Beds

Double Room, 2 Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Design Room, 1 King Bed (La Dama Elegante)

Design Room, 1 King Bed (La Dama Elegante)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

Signature Room, 1 King Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Apex

The Apex

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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El Atelier

El Atelier

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1963

1963

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Loft

The Loft

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

San José

With a stay at Hotel Presidente, you'll be centrally located in San José, steps from National Theater of Costa Rica and Plaza de la Cultura. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Templo de Música and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design.

What's nearby

  • National Theater of Costa Rica - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 8 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Q'Empanadas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪RostiPollos - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Presidente

Hotel Presidente offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San José hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 80 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, a television in a common area, and a reception hall. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 50 km.
Enjoy local cuisine at Las Americas Restaurant, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Las Americas Restaurant - This rooftop bar specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Las Americas Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

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 parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1963
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Presidente Hotel
Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente Costa Rica
Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Presidente Costa Rica

Hotel Presidente Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 726 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1005 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

William J

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel staff are very nice and professional. My problem was Room 500 (The Loft) had the bed on a platform about five feet above the floor which required going up 5-6 step stairway to get to the bed. No night table for glasses, phone, etc. Only one way to get into the bed so the entrance needed to be choreographed as to how and when to get into and out of the bed for two people. The TV was under the bed with shag rug and bean bag chairs so we had to crawl under the bed to watch TV, which had such a low volume that we could barely hear or understand the movie dialogue. The room is not good for seniors due to these issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Johan, Santa Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was disappointed with the check in. I arrived about 30 min before check in. The room was not ready. They told me it might take 45 min before the room is ready. I ask if any room available, they said none. So I just waiting in the couch by the lobby. However as I waited, I saw a few couples that checked in and the room was available. I checked again an hour later, over 30min past check in time and my room was still not ready. I had to wait till 45min past check in time before my room was ready. Very disappointed. They knew I was waiting, and they could not get the room ready by checkin in time. They needed 1h15min after I arrived before my room was ready while they knew I was waiting. It showed there was no priority to clean my room as it shouldn’t take that long to clean a room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed room 507 "el Caballero Elegente".
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique design to the hotel and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Beautiful boutique hotel! Staff very welcoming, room spacious and clean, location is perfect close to all important sites, very safe and its restaurant Azotea Calle 7 offers outstanding food. I highly recommend this wonderful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, clean modern styling, good room with very comfortable bed. Fully recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gina, Huntington Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in the city center with very good roof top restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived this hotel was a wonderful experience. The entire staff was friendly and welcoming. The breakfast buffet was wonderful with a variety of local and traditional dishes to suit everyone with the best coasta rican coffee. Don’t miss the rooftop bar. The rooms were lovely. Right in the middle of downtown, walking distance to everything. They also offer a fair conversion rate from US dollars to colones. Exceptionally clean boutique hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and nice looking lobby. Helpful staff. Clean and well appointed room. Comfortable bed/bedding. Excellent breakfast. Rooftop bar is very nice though a bit pricey by CR standards.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Silvia, sulphur

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was wonderful, but the neighborhood was dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this gem was tucked away and barely noticeable from the bustle of the streets. warm staff greeted you at the top of the stairway and bags were carried to a our spotless room overlooking the busy streets of San Jose. Boutique hotel adorned with plants and accent wooden beams. breakfast was the highlight, with a variety of fruits, rice and beans, hash, and breads to satisfy our vegan diet, accompanied with good coffee made for a solid start to a day of exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bjorn, Montreal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was well located and our room was comfortable. The hotel restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, v friendly staff Lovely rooftop restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Glen Joseph, Manchaca

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff and restaurant was excellent. The city was sad looking and run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool designed hotel. Staff all very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was very tasty and a good selection of hot and cold food. The restaurant was also very good with a lovely rooftop terrace for food/drinks. Safe location to walk around outside, and with secure on site parking. Our room was clean, comfortable but no frills - worked well for a two night stay but not as stylish as the hotel itself. We would recommend staying here for a short stay in San Jose.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chrisovalantou

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful room and friendly service. Great location and the food in the restaurant was exceptional! 😍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farnoosh

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kuber

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here! Hotel is within walkable distance to a lot of other restaurants/shops. The ambience was great and they have excellent breakfast (free!) options. The room has basic amenities. The only issue was the AC stopped working on day 2, but otherwise, everything else was good. Their roof top restaurant also has good menu options.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice hotel, clean , it gives a feeling of a 5/5 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms. Staff was incredibly attentive and polite. Adjoining casino was a pleasant surprise. Rooftop restaurant and bar was lovely. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025