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Barceló San José

Property class: 4
4-star spa hotel near Morazan Park

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.
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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, polished tile flooring, and a reception desk.
A man and woman sitting on a red carpeted area with a glass table, in a room with large windows and a piano in the background.
A spacious dining area with wooden ceiling beams, large windows, and a buffet setup.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

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Urbanización El Robledal, La Uruca, 01150 San José, Costa Rica, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150
  • Place, Hospital México
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Premium Room (Superior Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Double Room Single Use

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view.

Suite (Master)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite (Level)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a large window with a view of buildings.

Premium Suite (Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(174 reviews)
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Presidential Suite (Premium Level)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

Presidential Suite (Premium Level)

  • City view
  • 136 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San José

City center retreat .A stay at this Uruca hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Morazan Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Sabana Park. National Stadium of Costa Rica and National Museum of Costa Rica are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Hospital México - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sabana Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Amusement Park San Jose - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Escazú Village - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Jacks Station - 4 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ánfora - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Miyako - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Flor de Loto - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alma Del Árbol - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Barceló San José

4-star spa hotel near Morazan Park
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 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 safes and bathrobes. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

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

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
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

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 at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests must contact this property at least 36 hours prior to arrival to arrange airport shuttle pickup.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, 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.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • 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 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Barceló San José to the airport?

Barceló San José is 3.5 mi (15-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 Barceló San José?

As of Oct 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barceló San José on Oct 16, 2026 start from CA $99, 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 Barceló San José have an airport shuttle?

Barceló San José offers a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel, available 24 hours a day, at scheduled times.

Does Barceló San José offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Barceló San José, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children.

Is there a casino at Barceló San José?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Fiesta Heredia (9-min drive) and Casino Fiesta (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Barceló San José?

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

Is there free parking at Barceló San José?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Barceló San José have a pool?

Barceló San José features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Barceló San José have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does Barceló San José have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features mani/pedis, body wraps, and facials.

How close is Barceló San José to downtown San José?

Barceló San José is 2 mi away from San José.

Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1461 out of 2160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 405 out of 2160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 2160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 2160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 2160 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Nice food place nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property nice room and excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, good breakfast , clean .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service staff, spacious clean rooms and amazing food
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was a great stay for our family. Really enjoyed the garden around the hotel. Breakfast was plentiful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and well kept. Staff was helpful and breakfast had a great variety.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Very very clean and staff nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
"The hotel staff was professional and accommodating. We found the rooms to be consistently clean and the dining room was pristine for our morning breakfast."
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The front desk people were nice, the rooms clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, and wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent services without hesitation I eill be back to this beautiful hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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everything went great and the staff were very friendly and helpful, breakfast was amazing 😋 not too close to get to places but was very nice 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very helpful and caring
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is an excellent hotel. The staff were always helpful and the decor/surroundings was beautiful. There are 4 different dining options on site and the food is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good food good parkim good bar
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Very helpful staff and beautiful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was wonderful!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great stay, not far from the airport. Only complaint was the windows aren't great so we could hear all the traffic outside.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great about this hotel and everyone was super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The pool and breakfast were both really good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Pretty hotel and great value, love the free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hot springs were beautiful and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026