Taormina Hotel and Casino

Hotel in San José with a full-service spa and a casino

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Dates

October 2025

26

November 2025

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

At Taormina Hotel and Casino, experience the vibrant energy of Carmen with a stay that includes a 24-hour gym, Italian cuisine at Il Gattopardo restaurant, and high-stakes fun at the casino. Enjoy luxurious relaxation with an onsite spa offering hot stone massages and body scrubs. Plus, take advantage of amenities like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, valet parking for your convenience.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Spa
Bar
Room service
Gym
Air conditioning

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Tomorrow

Oct 27 - Oct 28

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Deluxe Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Minibar

Cable channels

In-room safe

Daily housekeeping

28 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Minibar

Cable channels

In-room safe

Daily housekeeping

38 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Minibar

Cable channels

In-room safe

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Minibar

Cable channels

In-room safe

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Carmen, a neighborhood in San José, Taormina Hotel and Casino is in a national park and near a boardwalk/promenade. Shoppers can check out Multiplaza Mall Escazu, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sabana Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at National Stadium of Costa Rica or Estadio Ricardo Saprissa Ayma.

Visit our San José travel guide

Avenida 11, Calle 3 Bis, Barrio Amón, San José, san jose, 10101

What's nearby

Morazan Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
National Theater - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Central Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
National Museum of Costa Rica - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Sabana Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

San Jose Atlantic Station - 13 min walk
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Restaurante Silvestre - ‬1 min walk
‪Amón Solar - ‬2 min walk
‪Whisky Barrel - ‬3 min walk
‪Café Rojo - ‬4 min walk
‪Gilbertas Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Hotel near Sabana Park

Consider a stay at Taormina Hotel and Casino and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a casino, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as 6 casino gaming tables, a casino VIP room, and 55 slot machines. Indulge in a sports massage, a manicure/pedicure, and aromatherapy at Aman Massage, the onsite spa. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Eleven Avenue, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as 3 bars and a 24-hour gym.

Other perks include:

Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
Massage treatment rooms, a vending machine, and concierge services
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All 87 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and phones

Similar properties

Pool
Spa
Free airport shuttle
Kids pool

$89 nightly

Nov 20 - Nov 21

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free secured, covered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM
3 bars/lounges
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Eleven Avenue

Things to do

24-hour gym
55 slot machines
6 gaming tables
Casino (1,292 square feet of space)
Full-service spa

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Business center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

In a national park

Full-service spa

Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Manicures/pedicures
Reflexology
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Treatment room

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Accessible airport shuttle
Elevator (45 inch wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

4 floors
Ballroom
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Minibar

More

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Taormina Hotel and Casino pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

As of Oct 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Taormina Hotel and Casino on Nov 3, 2025 start from $95.67, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Taormina Hotel and Casino provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Taormina Hotel and Casino located?

Located in Carmen, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Morazan Park, Parque Espana, and Casa Amarilla. Templo de Música and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum are also within 10 minutes. San Jose Atlantic Station is 13 minutes by foot and San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 15 minutes.