Sun 21.06
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Mon 22.06
2 guests, 1 room
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₪259
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room, 1 king bed
₪259
Double room, 1 king bed
₪335
Queen room, 2 queen beds
₪357
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Overview

Located in the heart of Downtown San Jose, Hotel Presidente is an artsy, urban hotel that caters to guests with 80 smoke-free and soundproof rooms spread over 8 floors. The hotel rooms are outfitted with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges with free bottled water, comfortable hypoallergenic bedding and in-room safes. Pet-friendly and family-friendly, the hotel also provides rollaway beds, pet treats and adjoining rooms on requests. Upgraded rooms come with additional living spaces.

Guests are served a complimentary buffet breakfast with room service options. In addition, the hotel boasts a scenic rooftop terrace restaurant set against a mountain view, offering continental meals and a wide variety of drinks. It's also within walking distance fo a wide variety of restaurants and cafes serving everything from Italian to authentic Costa Rican cuisine.

Situated right in the center of a cultural hub, the Hotel Presidente is a popular pick with tourists because of it's close proximity to many world-famous cultural landmarks and institutions. It's less than five minutes from the Plaza de la Cultura, the Precolumbian Gold Museum, and the Costa Rica National Theater, and 0.3 miles from the Metropolitan Church and the Teatro Popular Melico Salazar.

Hotel Presidente is also conveniently situated 25-30 minutes away from the Tobias Bolanos and Juan Santamaria International Airports. Some of the hotel services include a 24-hour car rental, on-site currency exchange, and 24-hour front desk service. Guests can also take advantage of the airport and area shuttle for trips around the neighborhood while stay connected using the hotel's complimentary WI-Fi.

8.7
Very good rating
Based on 2,100 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Presidente

Sun 21.06
-
Mon 22.06
Standard room, 1 king bed
₪259
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 king bed
₪335
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
₪438
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪285
nightly with fees
Double room, 2 queen beds
₪344
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
₪532
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪291
nightly with fees
Superior room, 2 queen beds
₪453
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₪469
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₪345
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 king bed
₪355
nightly with fees
Superior room, 2 queen beds
₪507
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 king bed
₪346
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
₪395
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
₪532
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 king bed
₪350
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 king bed
₪353
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
₪357
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 king bed
₪372
nightly with fees
Standard room, 1 king bed
₪377
nightly with fees
Standard room, bed type unknown
₪364
nightly with fees
Superior room, 2 double beds
₪519
nightly with fees
Queen room, 2 queen beds
₪520
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 twin bed
₪426
nightly with fees
Superior room, bed type unknown
₪516
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Hotel Presidente

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Accessible parking
  • No smoking

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Library
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Pants press

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Casino
  • Horse riding

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Spa

  • Sauna

Reviews of Hotel Presidente

8.7
Very good
2100 verified ratings
Wonderful
1251
Very good
432
Good
269
Okay
69
Fair
54
Mediocre
9
Poor
16

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's excellent location and friendly, helpful staff. The breakfast was often described as good or excellent, and the rooms were noted for being comfortable and spacious in some cases. Some guests enjoyed the rooftop restaurant and communal areas. However, there were some complaints about inconsistent service quality and occasional issues with room amenities and cleanliness. Overall, the hotel offers a pleasant stay with good value for its central location and amenities.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Room Size6.5 out of 10
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Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) Very clean! Cool vibe. Great location. Incredible breakfast included. Very amicable staff.

Location

Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José

What's nearby

  • Museo de Oro120 m
  • Plaza de la Cultura156 m
  • Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica163 m
  • Templo de la Musica213 m
  • Museo del Jade300 m
  • Museum of Contemporary Art and Design0.4 km
  • Melico Salazar Theater0.4 km
  • San Jose Parque Central0.5 km
  • Museo Nacional de Costa Rica0.5 km
  • Barrio Amón0.5 km
  • Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture1 km
  • University of Costa Rica2.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Hotel Presidente

  • Where is Hotel Presidente located?

    Hotel Presidente is located at Avenida Central, Calle 7 in Catedral, 2.2 km from the center of San José. Museo de Oro is the closest landmark to Hotel Presidente.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Presidente?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Hotel Presidente.

  • Does Hotel Presidente offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Presidente offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Hotel Presidente offer free parking?

    Yes, Hotel Presidente offers free parking.

  • How far is Hotel Presidente from the airport?

    Hotel Presidente is 7.5 km from San José Tobias Bolanos Intl. Hotel Presidente is 16 km from San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.3
2.2 km
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16.0 km

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