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Barceló San José

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
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Restaurant
Interior entrance
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Estadio Nacional
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪18 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
(31 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

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

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Suite (Master)

Suite (Master)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 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)

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(129 reviews)
  • 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 (4.6 km) from Morazan Park and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from National Museum of Costa Rica.

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Estadio Nacional - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • La Salle Natural Science Museum - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Cuatro Reinas Station - 7 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ánfora - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Miyako - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Barceló San José

Suburban hotel with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa
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
  • 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 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

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Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1205 out of 1804 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 1804 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1804 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1804 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1804 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Licelot

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were respectful and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

jorge, Burnet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the restaurant to sxpensive
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel with friendly staff

Lovely hotel, clean rooms, friendly & helpful staff. Airport shuttle did not pick late at night despite receiving confirmation. Otherwise, an excellent choice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice please to stay, close to airport
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Angelica

I had emailed the hotel to pick me up from the airport and they never responded so we had to take a taxi to the hotel and check in took much longer than expected most likely due to understaffing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Front desk reception crew held the ID of my girlfriend and basically treated her like she was a criminal. They were rude, dismissive and totally unlike any other experience in Costa Rica or at other Barcelo's. I tried Barcelo again on September 18, and once again the front reception gave horrible service. Why those employees still have jobs is beyond me. As much as I love the location and property amenities, I am DONE. I will find OTHER options.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russel Terrence

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Guillermo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay has been amazing! The staff is so helpful and kind, especially Brandon at the front desk. We are truly amazed at the hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A good c+ … clean but outdated
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard P

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

10/10 Excellent

francis, roseville

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the Barcelo',always stay there when I'm in SanJose.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonette

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 stars because 10 wasn’t an option
Piano and flute serenade was Wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aimee, Nqples

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samrawit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s beautiful building
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Balamurugan

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great hotel for the most part. Bed and sheets are very comfortable. Location is descend. They have a horrible airport transfer policy asking us to wait 2hrs plus after landing to be picked up. Shower head needed replacing as it had mould on it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samrawit

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jose Antonio

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel tiene buen mantenimiento y se conserva bien, el desayuno es completo y variado
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS ROBERTO, Manhattan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for staying in San José.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025