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Hotel Santo Tomás

Property class: 3
3-star family-friendly hotel near Plaza de la Cultura, connected to a shopping center

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A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a stone deck, with a building in the background.
A long, tiled kitchen with a view of the street through a window.
A spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and wooden furniture.
A narrow hallway with a patterned carpet, a wooden railing, and a door at the end.
A staircase with decorative elements, a covered outdoor area with plants, and a building with a white facade.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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7th Avenue, between 3rd and 5th Street, Amón Neighborhood, San José, San Jose, 10101
  • Place, Morazan Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de la Cultura
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and artwork on the walls.

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

A hotel room with two beds, a patterned rug, a map on the wall, and two framed pictures.

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with chairs, and a city view.

Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Original 1908 Economy Room

A hallway with wooden floors and blue trim, leading to a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

Original 1908 Economy Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a mirror.

Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

San José

Carmen stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Carmen hotel, you'll find Plaza de la Cultura and National Center of Art and Culture. National Theater of Costa Rica and National Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Morazan Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Center of Art and Culture - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Theater of Costa Rica - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • National Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 12 min walk
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Manolos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café La Mancha - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Alma de Café - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santo Tomás

3-star family-friendly hotel near Plaza de la Cultura, connected to a shopping center
As a guest of Hotel Santo Tomás, you'll find an outdoor pool, a waterslide, a hot tub, and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 431 square feet (40 square meters) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Santo Tomás. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 431 sq ft of conference space
  • 40 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1908
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Hotel Santo Tomás offers 30 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

This San José hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

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 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Santo Tomás

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Santo Tomas
Hotel Tomas
Santo Tomas Hotel
Tomas Hotel
Tomas Santo
Santo Tomas
Hotel Santo Tomas Costa Rica/San Jose

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Santo Tomás to the airport?

Hotel Santo Tomás is 7.3 mi (26-min drive) away from the San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Santo Tomás?

As of Aug 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santo Tomás on Sept 4, 2026 start from CA $80, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Santo Tomás have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Santo Tomás.

Does Hotel Santo Tomás offer free breakfast?

Hotel Santo Tomás offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Santo Tomás?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta (6-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Santo Tomás?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Santo Tomás?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Santo Tomás have a pool?

Hotel Santo Tomás features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Hotel Santo Tomás have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Santo Tomás to downtown San José?

Hotel Santo Tomás is 0.4 mi away from San José.

Hotel Santo Tomás Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mbayo T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good staff and clean hotel in a wonderful location. So many attractions and restaurants within a 20 minute walk from the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a very interesting setting. The history added to the experience. The receptionist was very helpful with directions and great local restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Very nice room, very quiet. Breakfast was good and the courtyard lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff were very kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was unique- very cool. Pool area great, breakfast was great. Staff was very helpful. It would have been nice to have a communal fridge on first floor and an ice machine (or access to ice).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Felt safe and the staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Milagros

The National Park is located within walking distance, very clean and the staff are very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool historic property right in the thick of it! Thomas, the owner, can tell you all about it; he and his staff were top notch. The pool/jacuzzi is a super fun aspect of the place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Plamen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location, clean room, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Felt like staying at a friend’s home. Wonderful breakfast made to order
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really cute, check in was quick, different options for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Romain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
However noisy the road can be it felt relaxing enjoying the warm jacuzzi.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent!!! Very nice stay, great room, and delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice older hotel had a pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sergiy

Very friendly hotel, its manager, and the staff!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louis Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A wonderful, family owned hotel with a warm romantic feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secure Parking, Nice hot jacuzzi, large clean room, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Steven

Well get and we’ll run historical hotel in central San Jose. Safe lock up parking and only 20 minute run to the airport in the morning. Spacious clean rooms - stay upstairs at the back. Nice pool to cool off!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fresh and served efficiently. Parking was not needed
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
calm oasis.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, check in, location, pool and spa was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Very lovely tile on the floors and nice art on the walls. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026