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The Palm House Inn

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Mercado Central

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A lush garden with various tropical plants, including large green leaves and some with white stripes.
A hotel room with two beds, a brick wall, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A courtyard with wooden tables and chairs, a staircase, and lush greenery.
Two ornate wooden chairs with striped upholstery, a small round table, and a framed painting of classical architecture on the wall.
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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Calle 13 Ave 2 y 6, San José, San Jose, 10303
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mercado Central
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Theater of Costa Rica
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamp, nightstand, and a safe.

Double Room, Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Triple Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a brick wall, and a nightstand with lamps.

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, each with a pillow and a headboard. There is a nightstand between the beds with a lamp and a phone.

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a headboard.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and an air conditioner mounted on the wall.

Standard Double Room (con AC)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, each with a pillow and a headboard. There is a nightstand between the beds with a lamp and a phone.

Traditional Double Room (A/C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Economy Double Room Single Use

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

San José

Hospital stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Hospital hotel, you'll find Mercado Central and National Theater of Costa Rica. Jade Museum and National Museum of Costa Rica are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mercado Central - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Theater of Costa Rica - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Pacific Station - 9 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Central - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Café La Mancha - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Alma de Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gran Bingo Multicolor - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Casona Típica - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Palm House Inn

3-star hotel near Mercado Central
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. The Palm House Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area.

This 3-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Palm House Inn offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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 are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per room

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
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
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, and JCB International.

Property is also known as

Palm House Inn
Palm House Inn San Jose
Palm House San Jose
The Palm House Hotel San Jose
The Palm House Inn Costa Rica/San Jose
The Palm House Inn Hotel
The Palm House Inn San José
The Palm House Inn Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Palm House Inn to the airport?

The Palm House Inn is 5.3 mi (23-min drive) away from the San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Palm House Inn have an airport shuttle?

The Palm House Inn offers a shuttle from the hotel to the airport 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 30 per room.

Does The Palm House Inn offer free breakfast?

The Palm House Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at The Palm House Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta (13-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Palm House Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at The Palm House Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Palm House Inn have a pool?

The Palm House Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Palm House Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Palm House Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Palm House Inn to downtown San José?

The Palm House Inn is 0.2 mi away from San José.

The Palm House Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 67 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buen sitio para un par de dias en San José, muy agradable el personal
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

AMLotito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint spot For a quick stay in The city. Taft was friendly and helpful. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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8/10 Good

marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Chiquitito pero bueno

Muy buena atención, un hotel modesto pero bueno, limpio y central que es lo principal, relación precio calidad excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super hot shower safe neighborhood and convenient to all downtown points of interests
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación, habitaciones cómodas y muy limpias, excelente trato del personal.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Totalmente satisfecho

Excelente atención
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy recomendado!!!

La relación calidad precio es buena, la habitación que yo ocupe era pequeña pero suficiente (tienen habitaciones disponibles mas grandes por precio algo superior). Esta bien situado y las personas de recepción son muy amables en el trato y con mayor disponibilidad que en otros hoteles para ayudar al cliente a buscar los medios para viajar por Costa Rica de forma razonable y económica para el cliente. He utilizado este hotel dos veces en mi parada por San Jose y mi experiencia ha sido muy buena, lo recomiendo!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastisk service

Vi stannade här en natt. Min kompis anlände tidigare än mig och hotellet lät henne checka in tidigare samt gav henne frukost även om detta inte ingick första dagen. Receptionen, speciellt Kenneth (även den andra receptionisten vilken vi inte minns namnet på), var superhjälpsam. Han gav oss råd, tog reda på information och ringde samtal för att hjälpa oss. Hotellet är mycket centralt, gångavstånd till det mesta. Hotellet har bekväma sängar och en söt liten innergård. Inget lyxhotell men ett prisvärt hotell med bra standard.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best hotel in San Jose

Muy buen hotel céntrico en San José, su host es muy amable, el desayuno es muy bueno y sano. Espero volver pronto
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They sold my room and try to send me to a really bad hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
no me gustó que me ofrecieron una habitación que no era la que requería.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel bieter nicht wirklich ein Frühstück, es ist eher nur ein kleiner Snack. Wasserdruck der Dusche war super. In der nähme des Hotels gibt es einige Restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So disappointing I left after one night. A small, cramped room (with 2 beds and no space to walk), creaky beds, outdated decor, the most basic of equipment- and a supposedly continental breakfast which was laughable. The bed was old and creaky, and the room was noisy. It’d be hard to imagine a more depressing night...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Avoid the ground floor in front.

Don't stay on the first floor in room 101 or 102. You can hear everything from the buzzer for the front door to the clerk typing on their keyboard. Other than that, excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great central location at a great price. Perfect for a couple of nights to explore the city.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Arturo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Elegí el hotel por conveniencia en ubicación porque iba a realizar solamente un trámite en una institución. La atención por parte del personal fue Excelente, pero el hotel es triste y silencioso y la habitación no me agradó con respecto a las fotos, no hay amenidades y la limpieza no es buena, los canales de tv de mala calidad, en el baño hay una cortina ( eso ya no se usa, no es higiénico ) Es un hotel de paso pero si deben de mejorar porque no es bueno que los turistas se lleven esa impresión de la hotelería del centro de San José. Aclaro con esto que no estoy molesto solamente que no disfruté de la estancia.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute place, simple breakfast (wish they did not use so much plastic), great location near Jade Museum But noisy...bring earplugs:)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Morning staff friendly,however, mattress has ticks

Awful experience, the only good about the hotel was the morning staff they were very friendly and nice. However my husband and I arrived in different flights, and there was a problem with the reservation and they didn’t let us in until he arrived almost two hours later, my six years old kid was so sleepy and they didn’t even care about him. It was awful! the night person accused us that we would leave the hotel without paying, when the payment and the reservation was already done, it was awful experience! He was so mean, I don’t understand how I do not understand how he could not think about the kid! And that is not all The mattress has ticks! They changed our room but the damage was done, they told us that this happened before on the same room!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Good location but average for the price paid

The hotel is in a pretty good location in relation to the city centre and China town. The main drawback is the size of the single rooms which were pretty small.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel, central location

Hotel was basic accommodations, but very friendly staff, clean, and in a great location. I would recommend this hotel to anyone and would definitely come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Staff were wonderful, made us breakfast to go because we had an early flight.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

The best hotel really beautiful, my room was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness

Not that costly, so okay

Far from luxurious, the staff was helpful and polite and the location within walking distance of central daytime San Jose stuff, but that also put it in an iffy neighborhood, that I really didn't feel comfortable about walking around late after dark. No elevator, so I had a third floor walk up of possible 4, even though I had requested the lowest possible floor, having mucho luggage and senior citizen years. In small room, at least the wi-fi worked well, tv, bathroom and firm bed, okay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Good Basic Hotel

Located in the Centre of San Jose, this hotel is within walking distance of museums, shopping, and the National artisans market (accross the street ). Convenient and very pleasant staff. Ask for a room at the back on first floor-you will be more comfortable. Staff is lovely. Continental breakfast is yogurt, fruit in bowls, white bread toasted with margarine and jam provided in packages, and one slice each of processed cheese and ham.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lugar de hospedaje mi y céntrico

Un lugar muy cercano Para mis negocios en San José
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017