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Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
3.5 star property

Art Deco San José hotel in Carmen with free breakfast

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Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

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Suite Belford | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Junior Suite | View from room
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Deluxe | View from room

Overview of Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
The price is $109
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

Check out the area

Map
Central Ave, between 7th and 9th St, San José, San Jose, 3344-1000
  • Popular LocationMorazan Park3 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Theater3 min walk
  • Popular LocationNational Museum of Costa Rica5 min walk
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)31 min drive
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Room options

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Deluxe | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 409 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 409 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Belford | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite Belford

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 797 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Room (Plus) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room (Plus)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Plus | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Plus

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 409 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 969 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Superior Plus | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Plus

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite 514 | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite 514

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 428 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite Gales | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite Gales

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 527 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

San José

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District is located in Carmen, a neighborhood in San José, and is in a shopping district and near a boardwalk/promenade. Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Multiplaza Mall Escazu are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sabana Park. National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
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What's nearby

  • Morazan Park - 3 min walk
  • National Theater - 3 min walk
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 5 min walk
  • Central Park - 6 min walk
  • Mercado Central - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 7 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Bar y Restaurante Tropical - 2 min walk
  • Azotea Calle 7 - 1 min walk
  • Hamburger Factory - 1 min walk
  • El Patacon - 1 min walk

About this property

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Hotel near Morazan Park
Located close to Jade Museum and National Museum of Costa Rica, Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District provides free breakfast (local cuisine), designer stores on site, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free valet parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and concierge services
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 119 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (5,909 square feet of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1955
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express 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 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 7 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 34.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 11.00 (one-way)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Balmoral Hotel
Balmoral Hotel San Jose
Balmoral San Jose
Hotel Balmoral

Frequently asked questions

Is Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District on Apr 26, 2024 start from $109.0, 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 Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 34.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District located?

Located in Carmen, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Morazan Park and Jade Museum. National Museum of Costa Rica and Mercado Central are also within 10 minutes. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 7 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 10 minutes.

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jose is the best
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Benoit

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
You’re right downtown within walking distance to everything. The rooms are quite dated. The hotel entrances are either through the garage or the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay. Staff were very helpful and accommodating. Ground floor restaurant was excellent. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible to the downtown sites. Good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Marcellus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

harry, Chicago

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bar area was closed the complete trip. Only one elevation stopped on the lobby floor so you had to walk up a floor to get to the front desk. There was no face towels. Staff was great and breakfast was good. Parking attendants was great also. Most of the stores in the hotel were vacant. Otherwise the stay was okay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is exceptionally located (walking distance from museum, theatre, market and lot of shops and restaurants). The restaurant (and the breakfast) is very nice. It was a little hard to find the entrance, and the exterior makes no justice to the interior, which is very clean and comfortable. I will use this hotel for my future visits to San José.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Kelly

The location was the best thing about this hotel. The hotel and rooms are in serious need of an upgrade. Bed sheets had an odor as if it was not changed from previous stay and ants were all over the place. So glad we were only there for 1 night!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lemiel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is centrally located and near walking distance to all major places in San Jose. The staff is wonderful and the breakfast is very good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Great Location & Spacious Rooms
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
3.5