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Barceló San José

4.0 star property
Wake up refreshed after enjoying your favorite activities like tennis or racquetball then indulge in a delicious meal at any one of three restaurants.

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Outdoor pool
Gift shop
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Meeting facility
Interior entrance
Escape to Barceló San José, an upscale hotel in Uruca near National Stadium of Costa Rica. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa treatment, enjoy a meal at one of the 3 on-site restaurants, or take advantage of shopping and activities like racquetball/squash. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or unwind with coffee from the shop/cafe. Free airport pick-up and WiFi ensure convenience while top-rated amenities like breakfast and helpful staff delight guests.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport pick-up
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is $76
includes taxes & fees
$67 per night
Mar 9 - Mar 10

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room (Superior Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Superior Single Room (Premium Level) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite (Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Master)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150

What's nearby

  • Estadio Nacional - 3 min drive
  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 4 min drive
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 14 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 19 min drive
  • San Jose Cuatro Reinas Station - 7 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 7 min drive
  • Jacks Station - 8 min drive
  • Free airport pick-up

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Cloud - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Dorado - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flor de Loto - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Barceló San José

Barceló San José is just 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from the airport and offers free pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests can grab a bite to eat at one of the 3 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps, or facials. Other highlights include 2 outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and comfortable beds.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 254 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
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Transfers

    • Free airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • 17 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Barceló San José offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Barceló San José does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Barceló San José?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Barceló San José?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Barceló San José?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Barceló San José?

Yes, a free shuttle from the airport is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Barceló San José?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Barceló San José?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (7-min drive) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (9-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Barceló San José and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes racquetball/squash. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Barceló San José also has a seasonal outdoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Barceló San José?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Barceló San José like?

Barceló San José puts you in Uruca, in the heart of San José. Popular attractions include Sabana Park, which is 3 minutes away by car. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous choice!
We arrived very early and were given a wonderful room well before check in time. Enjoyed the pool area and great food. Left very early next morning. Check out was a breeze and we were very comfortable in the beautiful living room area next to reception while waiting for our shuttle.
Karen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rony, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alison, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

It was Okay
Wish there was more clarity on the breakfast and buffet I spent $50 on a buffet I had 1 peace of chicken and rice due it being not good to me or my partner. The place and pool and bar and room was excellent just the food was not good.
8-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Nice place to stay
I stay here when I'm in San José. Staff is friendly and hotel is very clean. Pool is nice.
Beryl, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jose L, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

'wil, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Poor staffing levels long waits
It was a 45 minute wait to check in and even at 4pm our room was not ready had to go wait at restaurant and when we came back waited another 20 minutes for keys only one desk clerk working and he checked our party of 10 into 3 king rooms even though we booked doubles, had to come down and wait again….just overall poor staffing levels
Amy, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Service lacks.
There were no bath towels, and only one hand towel. There was soap dish, but no soap bar - in both bathrooms. I had to call housekeeping twice before someone brought towels but no soap. The staff could not understand “soap”. Service not to the standard of Barcelo.
Mohan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Nice, good pool
Nice hotel, good pool and good breakfast
Darius, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

JUDITH, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Best place we have stayed in Costa Rica. Rooms are spacious, employees kind and grounds are beautiful. The breakfast buffet has many options.
1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

WILBERT, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place highly recomended
Jorge, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Excellent staff
Megan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Beautiful hotel
Just a bit away from anything that you could walk to.
Delmer, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Frantzlyne, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Carl, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

JIE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A Wonderful Stay
This is the second time I’ve stayed here with my wife 3 years ago. I stayed here by myself for 4 night before she joined me and am staying a few nights more. We’ve loved both times. The staff is so friendly and courteous. Everyone so helpful. Love the pool area and the different restaurants that are apart of Barcelo. Love the view from our windows, the premium lounge on the 6th floor and who ever was playing the piano in the lobby.
Lobby
Poolside
View from our room
Charles, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place at a great price
I love it here. I've stayed multiple times. Centrally located.
Karen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tropical oasis
A lovely property with well appointed touches. Truly a tropical oasis in the mindset of a city setting. Friendly a comodating staff.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nima, 1-night trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"The food was great and the pool was very nice."
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM