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Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante) | Floor plan
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | View from room
Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante) | Living area
City view from property
Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante) | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, San José, 2922-1000
  • National Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Central Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mercado Central
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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El Atelier

El Atelier

  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Loft

The Loft

  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1963

1963

  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante)

Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante)

  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Apex

The Apex

  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 and within a 5-minute walk of 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Morazan Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 8 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Q'Empanadas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azotea Calle 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New York Street - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Presidente

Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from National Theater
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 wired and wireless Internet access. 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 wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides 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 complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. 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 and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

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
  • 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
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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

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

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

Reviews

Hotel Presidente Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 707 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very beautifully designed, excellent location close to all the sights with maps of points of interest
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Easy access to shops and restaurants. Very pretty and clean. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaMar

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dexter

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was up scale funky, beautiful, clean and staff friendliness was outstanding. Beautiful hotel. Their restaurant was top notch with gourmet food, beautiful views ofnthe mountains and staff were super attentive, friendly and made us feel at home. This is a gem in the heart of San Jose
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service and the rooftop bar/restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All employees are very welcoming All staff well prepared, the hotel is beautiful. the restaurant has excellent food and drinks and the stuff is friendly and very accommodating. The room was nice and the bed very good, we rested well our last night in Costa Rica.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly! Bed was so comfortable was perfect after a long day of travel, bathroom was clean and shower was so nice. Patio upstairs in the morning was absolutely beautiful! Love this hotel! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Usually hotel restaurants are hit or miss. Their Azotea Calle 7 on the 4th floor was amazing! My wife would give them six stars if she could. We had the ceviche which was amazing, followed by the sea bass entree with a carrot puree. It was fantastic. The service was great as well. We went to other restaurants in the city cneter and nothing compared. You have to try this place!
Amazing guacamole!
Sea Bass with Shrimp was excellent
Mango Sea Bass Ceviche was fresh and bright and delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charnelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and common areas, attentive and kind staff, lovely decor, and amazing views of the city from patio bar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place. Food was excellent. Esteban is the best.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ileana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

colleen

Travelled with partner
there is no pool, and only one Restaurant which only opens at 3pm for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boutique hotel with restaurant onsite. Speak easy vibe in the restaurant and rooftop bar area. Our double bed room was large and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice little hotel in downtown San Jose. Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent place, facilities, and staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joo-Ee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and safety are the reasons I will be back again!!!! So close to all the downtown tourist spots. There were several cafes and convenience stores nearby. The room was so spacious, I even have a little indoor patio seating area to chill. It feels like a little oasis in the middle of a bustling city center. The service from local Costa Ricans are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela J

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Brayden

The room I was checked into was
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, service is excellent and good as and drinks at the restaurant were all delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jaime

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Staff very nice, great service. Location not good. Crowded and not clean streets
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fouad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Anup

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, convert location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025