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Hotel Presidente
4 stars

Hotel Presidente

Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica
See location+506 2010 0000
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$79
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rate per night

8.6
Very good
based on 1989 reviews
1,989 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$79
King room
$127
Double room
$138
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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.

8.6
Very good rating
Based on 1,989 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Presidente

Thu 7/17
Fri 7/18
Double room
bed type unknown
$138
bed type unknown
$203
Superior room
2 double beds
$153
2 queen beds
$155
2 queen beds
$165
King room
bed type unknown
$127
bed type unknown
$153
bed type unknown
$166
Queen room
2 queen beds
$152
bed type unknown
$164
bed type unknown
$181
Standard room
bed type unknown
$79
1 king bed
$87
1 king bed
$89
*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
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite 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
  • No smoking

Bathroom

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

General

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

Parking and transportation

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

Media and entertainment

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

Laundry

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

Dining

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

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Spa

  • Sauna

Reviews of Hotel Presidente

8.6
Very good
1989 verified ratings
Wonderful
1174
Very good
402
Good
268
Okay
64
Fair
54
Mediocre
11
Poor
16

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests praised the hotel for its excellent location, cleanliness, and friendly service. The breakfast options were also highlighted as delicious and varied. Many enjoyed the spacious rooms and beautiful atmosphere, particularly the rooftop patio. However, some guests noted issues with noise from renovations and street vendors, which could be disruptive at times. Overall, the hotel provides great value for the price with helpful staff and good amenities.
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Cleanliness10 out of 10
Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Breakfast9.5 out of 10
Room Size9 out of 10
Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) Very clean! Cool vibe. Great location. Incredible breakfast included. Very amicable staff.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2016
Pros (+) The professional staff was incredible.
8.8
Very good
Jacob, Jan 2016
Pros (+) Located just off the bustling central street, the Hotel Presidente offers refined comfort in their modern-designed hotel. From friendly greeting from the staff to a tasty breakfast, our stay was pleasant from beginning to end. The location allows any traveler to find restaurants and the Teatre Nacional within minutes.
Cons (-) For such a modern and refined hotel, we were surprised to find the window would not lock shut! Though we were up high, this "insecurity" may cause anxiety for some; for others, like us, we prefer to have the window open at night. Our bed was also surprisingly hard while among new bathroom facilities when also in a room with new bathroom facilities.
5.4
Fair
Anonymous, Jan 2016
Cons (-) Don't leave the hotel after dark.

Location

Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José

What's nearby

  • Museo de Oro131 yd
  • Plaza de la Cultura171 yd
  • Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica178 yd
  • Templo de la Musica233 yd
  • Museo del Jade329 yd
  • Museum of Contemporary Art and Design0.3 mi
  • Melico Salazar Theater0.3 mi
  • San Jose Parque Central0.3 mi
  • Museo Nacional de Costa Rica0.3 mi
  • Barrio Amón0.3 mi
  • Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture0.6 mi
  • University of Costa Rica1.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hotel Presidente

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December
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$145
$156
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 33% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Presidente

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Presidente, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Presidente, plan to stay on a Thursday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Presidente was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $122, while the most expensive was $127.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Presidente? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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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, 1.4 miles 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 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM 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 4.7 miles from San José Tobias Bolanos Intl. Hotel Presidente is 10 miles from San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Presidente hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Presidente 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 Hotel Presidente 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 Hotel Presidente.

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.3
1.4 mi
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10.0 mi

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