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Barceló San José

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near National Stadium of Costa Rica

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Barceló San José

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Outdoor pool
Front of property
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Restaurant
Interior entrance

Overview of Barceló San José

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150
  • Popular LocationSabana Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Stadium of Costa Rica4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMultiplaza Mall Escazu8 min drive
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)19 min drive

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room (Superior Level)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite (Level)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Master)

Suite (Master)

  • 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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Pool
Breakfast included
Kids pool
Parking included
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (1003)
The price is CA $171
per night
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

About the area

San José

City center retreat .Your stay at this Uruca hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Museum of Costa Rican Art and Estadio Nacional. Sabana Park and Parque La Sabana are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 4 min drive
  • Parque La Sabana - 5 min drive
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Cemetery Station - 5 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Denny's - 10 min walk
  • Subway - 9 min walk
  • Flor de Loto - 4 min drive
  • Aroi Thai - 19 min walk
  • El Bosque Bar - 3 min walk

About this property

Barceló San José

4-star spa hotel near National Stadium of Costa Rica
Barceló San José offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and 17 meeting rooms. A children's pool, a fitness center, and a sauna are also featured at the business-friendly Barceló San José. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is free (available 24 hours). Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 254 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Barceló San José offers 254 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Free 24-hour pick-up airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily: USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • 3 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Tennis

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

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
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Barceló San José

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 948 out of 1462 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1462 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1462 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1462 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1462 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent quality for modest price. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shuttle you promised never showed. I had to spend 30.00 for a taxi. You should reimburse me for that!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles, PALISADES

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was nice and the staff was pleasant but the food was a little expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW, Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice everything…
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kristie E

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the room and convenience but the food left a lot to be desired. However, the ceviche and seafood soup were amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ingrid

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Boris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great and friendly staff, clean rooms and perfectly manicured grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Tash

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything. Very good ratio quality/price. We just switched from a more expensive hotel in San José.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024