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Barceló San José

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle

Explore the area

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Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150
  • Place, Sabana Park
    â€Ș14 min walk‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    â€Ș14 min walk‬
  • Place, Estadio Nacional
    â€Ș14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San JosĂ© (SJO-Juan SantamarĂ­a Intl.)
    â€Ș17 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
(29 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
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Master)

Suite (Master)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin 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
(127 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
  • La Salle Natural Science Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • â€ȘDenny's - ‬10 min walk
  • â€ȘEl Bosque Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • â€ȘMiyako - ‬2 min walk
  • â€ȘÁnfora - ‬2 min walk
  • â€ȘSubway - ‬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 on-site parking (max 1 space 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
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

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1178 out of 1772 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1772 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1772 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1772 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1772 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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
It was beautiful and excellent restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahmoud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is cool but not amazing. I would definitely recommend the premium level room. The staff in the premium lounge and the bar were nice and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAUREN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yingkui

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Menu could need an upgrade
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLayton

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

10/10 Excellent

Tatjana

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald, Port Saint Lucie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great experience the only thing the room was not ready but they made it right at the end. I strongly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malhar

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was beyond impressed by the hotel. I truly want to recognize Lucia (at the reception) and Paulo/Pablo (at the bell desk) for making our check-in fast and easy. ✅ Hotel is truly deserves Five stars⭐ - from the lobby, to the decors, to statues, and interior aesthetics -- everything was well thought of. ✅ Hotel room was large with sufficient space for storage and shower. ✅ I loved the unique shower head which had rotating jet sprays. I have never seen this before. ✅ The bathroom had toothbrush kit, shaving kit, etc. ✅ A/C worked just as expected. ✅ The buffet breakfast at Anfora was beyond exceptional ✅ We also had our dinner at Anfora - pasta and Pizzas are reasonably priced. ✅ I strongly suggest getting halfboard option when booking which gives access to private lounge on 6th floor. The lounge has quick bite with sitting area and board games. ❌ I wished the hotel had better signage. Waze drove us through north/east (Calle 54 or Calle 25) and we missed seeing the hotel and had to go around before actually spotting it. â„č The TV did not seem to offer any smart apps (no YouTube/Netflix etc). It offers HBO, Cinemax, CNN, etc but they are all in Spanish -- and no option for English closed captions. Overall my family had great time at Barcelo San Jose and would stay here again in our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amarilis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cleaned
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very slow check in, not enough staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Catalina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is overall decent, though the VIP lounge is very limited and, most of the time, had no food or drinks available. There’s nothing within walking distance, so it’s not a walkable location. I requested water from the front desk as it was missing from my room, and while I was told it would be sent right away, unfortunately it never arrived. Staff interactions were mixed. Some were very friendly and helpful, while others were less so.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Simeon

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything's was good, clean and quiet. Far from things tho, not walkable to anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Willy, Spring

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
No shuttle available for us or to the airport
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and very professional. Excellent customer service.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alex, Spring

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location good hotel nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room fantastic view of the city. Recommend for business in San Jose or first/last night airport access
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar, Budd Lake

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome service. Highly recommend the Premium floor amenities and the Dinner up-charge totally worth it!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025