Hotel Colonial, San Jose (San Jose) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Calle 11, Avenidas 2 Y 6, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 4673-1000

Featuring neo-colonial architecture, Hotel Colonial is a 3-star hotel in the heart of Chinatown. This smoke-free property offers amenities such as an outdoor pool and a restaurant, alongside complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas. Guests can enjoy easy access to main tourist and cultural attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Hotel Colonial include air conditioning, ceiling fans, and cable TV. Accommodations range from single and double rooms to a spacious junior suite with a king-size bed and two balconies. Each unit features a private bathroom with free toiletries and shower.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options available at Hotel Colonial include Restaurante Casa Colonial 452, offering local and international cuisine. Guests can enjoy breakfast, snacks, and drinks at the hotel's coffee shop/café, or relax in the bar/lounge area. Nearby restaurants include Tin Jo and Sapore Trattoria.

Leisure & Activities

Recreational amenities at Hotel Colonial feature an outdoor pool and garden spaces for relaxation. Guests can also stay fit at the hotel's wellness area. The hotel provides a tour desk for assistance with arranging local activities.

Services & Local Area

Hotel Colonial offers services such as a 24-hour front desk, room service, and laundry facilities. Transportation options include nearby bus stations like San Jose-Concepcion and Terminal de Buses Turrialba, providing easy access for guests. The hotel is located within walking distance of numerous landmarks including the National Theatre and Pre-Columbian Gold Museum.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Balcony

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Quadruple Room

Max:

4 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Balcony

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City Centre

San Jose (San Jose)700 m

Airports

Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 10.1 km

Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 19.0 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

USD 8 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Open-air bath

Room features

Terrace
Garden furniture
Trouser press

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Calle 11, Avenidas 2 Y 6, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 4673-1000

Map view

Calle 11, Avenidas 2 Y 6, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 4673-1000

City landmarks

Market

San Jose Central Market

1.1 km

Zoo

Simon Bolivar Zoo

1.0 km

Calle Central Alfredo Volio

Central Park

740 m

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose

660 m

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

680 m

Park

Parque Nacional

1.5 km

Avenida Central

Pedestrian Mall

650 m

Calle 4

Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture

1.6 km

Iglesia de Ladrillo

650 m

Cruz de Alajuelita

650 m

Avenida 11 Calle 25

Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia

840 m

La California

840 m

Santa Teresa

1.8 km

Park

Parque Espana

1.2 km

Nearby

Museum

National Museum of Costa Rica

390 m

Museum

Jade Museum

190 m

Museum

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

580 m

Theatre

National Theatre of Costa Rica

470 m

Square

Plaza de La Cultura

580 m

Church

Church of Our Lady of La Soledad

50 m

Event hall

Templo de la Musica

470 m

Avenida Segunda

Mercado Nacional de Artesanias

210 m

Avenidas 3 y 5

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

500 m

Store

Chinatown, San Jose

470 m

Square

Plaza de las Artes

340 m

Square

Plaza de la Libertad Electoral

470 m

Square

Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez

440 m

Between Avenida 2 and 14

Chinatown

490 m

Gallery

Galeria Namu

590 m

San José Province

Park of Social Guarantees

280 m

Restaurants

El Lobo Estepario

210 m

Avenida Segunda Esquina Opuesta a la Caja de Ande

Bo FastGood_RealFood

290 m

Avenida Segunda 2 150mt East from Teatro Nacional

Pollo Campero

230 m

San Jose Avenida Central frente a la Plaza de la Cultura

El Tostador

230 m

Avenida Central Costado sur del Mercado Central de San Jose

Cafe Rojo

900 m

Avenida 7 Con Calle 3 De la Alianza Francesa

Coffee Beans

590 m

Calle Blancos Plaza San Gabriel

Kashe Cafe Gourmet

670 m

Avenida 1

La Sucursal Limena

810 m

Avenida 1 con Calle 21 Edificio Amor de Barrio primer piso

La Ventanita Meraki

750 m

Paseo de Las Damas

La Bohemia

840 m

Corner of Calle 5 and Av 12

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great service

Convenient location

Limited dining options

Shower space issues

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

6.5

Location

8.5

Service

8.5

Dining

6.5

Don

United States, February 2024

7.4/10

The hotel is located in the heart of San Jose, offering a great starting point for exploring the city. The rooms are cozy, although some minor issues like ventilation and noise can be bothersome. The service is friendly, but a few oversights in housekeeping and breakfast choices can be improved.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, while not large, are adequate for a short stay. The bed was huge, and there was plenty of wardrobe space.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, making our stay pleasant overall.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is convenient, especially during the lively horse show right outside the balcony. It's in the tourist part of San Jose, making exploring easy.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its ups and downs, with knowledgeable hosts but inconsistent quality. Breakfast could have more variety.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers the basic amenities for a comfortable stay.

Joe

United States, October 2023

7.4/10

The hotel staff were always eager to help and explain how to get around, especially Leslie, the waiter, and Carolina at the front desk. They made our transfers and taxi bookings seamless, even when we returned from Manuel Antonio. The location, although a bit shady at night, was a bonus for its proximity to the museums and central market area, making it easy to explore San Jose's attractions.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms need some improvement, especially the shower which barely had any space to move. The smell of mixed food odors directly in the room was disappointing.

Service

9.0

The service at the hotel was top-notch. Leslie and Carolina were super friendly and went out of their way to assist us with everything we needed.

Location

8.0

The hotel is situated in a tourist hotspot of San Jose, close to the main attractions and the vibrant center street, making it convenient for exploring.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were pretty meager, with limited choices, especially before 8 am. However, the food quality was good overall.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities at the hotel were sufficient for our needs during the stay.

Great service

Limited dining options