Barceló San José

5 stars
Autopista General Canas 3km, San José 10107, Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica
8.4
Very good
based on 4467 reviews
4,467 reviews
Wed 12/24
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Thu 12/25
1 room, 2 guests
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$89
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$89
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Standard room, bed type unknown
$109
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Overview

Featuring a heated pool and outdoor tennis courts, Barcelo San Jose is a luxurious base in San Jose. It also has a Jacuzzi and a sauna.

The resort has 254 rooms and has been recently refurbished. The spa offers a variety of treatments and a chance to relax.

The air-conditioned rooms at the resort are cosy and offer a mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities and a desk.

Barcelo San Jose's modern bar has an extensive drinks menu, while the on-site restaurant serves Japanese dishes. For guests preferring to dine out, the local area features several bars and restaurants serving a selection of varied cuisines.

Barcelo San Jose is within walking distance of La Sabana Metropolitan Park. San Antonio de Escazu and Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture are a 10-minute car ride away.

8.4
Very good rating
Based on 4,467 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Barceló San José

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Barceló San José

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

General

  • Executive lounge access
  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

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

Bathroom

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

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Coffee machine

Health and safety

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

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Radio
  • CD player
  • TV

Laundry

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

Fitness

  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness center
  • Tennis
  • Squash
  • Gym

Accessibility and suitability

  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Airport shuttle

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Golf
  • Beauty salon

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Reviews of Barceló San José

8.4
Very good
4467 verified ratings
Wonderful
2347
Very good
841
Good
594
Okay
243
Fair
206
Mediocre
89
Poor
147

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the beautiful atmosphere and amenities, particularly the pool and breakfast options. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the service, particularly regarding check-in experiences and the quality of food at times. The location received mixed reviews, with some finding it isolated while others appreciated its proximity to attractions.
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Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Location5 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
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6.8
Okay
Rosmer, Nov 2019
Pros (+) Good Breakfast and great location
Cons (-) Bathroom and room are too dark. They look old and need to be refurnished.
9.4
Wonderful
Juan, Sep 2019
Pros (+) Breakfast is excellent!
Cons (-) Lighting in rooms couls be better
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2018
Pros (+) appearance of hotel restaurants buffet breakfast recycling staff was excellent
Cons (-) rooms were a bit small
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2017
Pros (+) Value for money
Cons (-) Very limited Spa and small Fitness Center
2.0
Poor
anne, Feb 2017
Pros (+) The hotel said that the first three floors had no water service and all floors above were booked. However, we went to the fitness center on the main floor and the showers were working fine. The kitchen on the main floor also had a water supply. We found out later that the water line was a lie. The hotel used that as an excuse to send us to another hotel because they had overbooked. The hotel they ...
Cons (-) Did not like anything about this hotel.
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8.5
Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) It was a good hotel for our stay in Costa Rica, but because of the location you can't walk to anything, you need a cab to go anywhere.
Cons (-) The food at the restaurant, especially dinner, was expensive and not that impressive.
8.5
Very good
Jesse, Oct 2016
Pros (+) Staff are highly friendly and bilingual. Some of them at least. It's right off the freeway and a good price for what you get.
Cons (-) Gym was hardly there at all. Fitness is important to me.I can improvise thanks to my training but I might as well have done bodyweight workouts. They didn't have someone at the front gate to let me in so I stood there for a while before crawling under the gate to open it myself.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2016
Pros (+) Breakfast buffet was superior and the lobby, garden and the pool were beautiful. The staff were very helpful and kind.
Cons (-) You have to take a taxi everywhere, and the cabs that are available at the hotel charge a premium to get you to your next location. It was $12 for a cab ride to Centro downtown and $6 for the cab ride back.
10
Wonderful
Amber, Jul 2016
Pros (+) The staff was wonderful and made me feel right at home. Check in and check out was very quick and efficient!! I also really enjoyed my dinner at the pool bar restaurant!! My room was very clean and comfortable as well and the hot water was AMAZING for my bath!!
Cons (-) There was nothing I didn't like!!
5.4
Fair
Anonymous, May 2016
Cons (-) Prices for the food... It was over priced.

Location

Autopista General Canas 3km, San José 10107

What's nearby

  • Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica0.6 mi
  • Parque Metropolitano La Sabana0.7 mi
  • Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture1.7 mi
  • Parque de Diversiones1.8 mi
  • San Jose Parque Central1.9 mi
  • Melico Salazar Theater1.9 mi
  • Barrio Amón2.1 mi
  • Plaza de la Cultura2.1 mi
  • Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica2.1 mi
  • Museo de Oro2.1 mi
  • Templo de la Musica2.2 mi
  • Museum of Contemporary Art and Design2.3 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

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Essential information about Barceló San José

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April
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$112
$110
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 27% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Barceló San José

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Barceló San José, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and March.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Barceló San José, plan to stay on a Friday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Barceló San José was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $81, while the most expensive was $110.
  • How long should you stay at Barceló San José? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Barceló San José

  • Where is Barceló San José located?

    Barceló San José is located at Autopista General Canas 3km in Uruca, 1.1 miles from the center of San José. Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica is the closest landmark to Barceló San José.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Barceló San José?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Barceló San José.

  • Does Barceló San José offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Barceló San José offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Barceló San José offer free parking?

    Yes, Barceló San José offers free parking.

  • How far is Barceló San José from the airport?

    Barceló San José is 2.5 miles from San José Tobias Bolanos Intl. Barceló San José is 7.8 miles from San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • Does Barceló San José have a pool?

    Yes, Barceló San José has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Barceló San José hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Barceló San José in San José and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Barceló San José and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Barceló San José.

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3-star hotel
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3-star hotel
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2-star hotel
42% cheaperHotel Columbus8.2 Excellent (1,967 reviews)0.51 miRestaurant, Bar/Lounge, Room service$46+
3-star hotel
11% cheaperHotel Plaza Real Apartments & Suites San Jose8.4 Excellent (320 reviews)0.17 miFitness center, Restaurant, Room service$71+
2-star hotel
6% cheaper
Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana
8.3 Excellent (579 reviews)0.81 miWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine$75+
3-star hotel
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3-star hotel
La Sabana Hotel Suites Apartments8.9 Excellent (2,212 reviews)0.51 miOutdoor pool, Restaurant, Room service$127+
3-star hotel
Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG8.7 Excellent (212 reviews)0.36 miOutdoor pool, Indoor pool, Fitness center$112+

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.4
1.1 mi
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7.8 mi

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