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Barceló San José

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with 3 restaurants, near National Stadium of Costa Rica

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Escape to Barceló San José, an upscale hotel in Uruca near National Stadium of Costa Rica. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa treatment, enjoy a meal at one of the 3 on-site restaurants, or take advantage of shopping and activities like racquetball/squash. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or unwind with coffee from the shop/cafe. Free airport pick-up and WiFi ensure convenience while top-rated amenities like breakfast and helpful staff delight guests.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport pick-up
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is £83
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul

Why we love this property

Business meets pleasure
Business district hotel with 17 meeting rooms and a spa. Guests enjoy tennis courts, massage services, and 24-hour room service after work.
Culinary delights galore
This hotel features 3 restaurants, a cafe, and a bar for diverse dining experiences. Savvy travellers can start their day with a cooked-to-order breakfast.
Poolside paradise
This hotel features an outdoor pool and children's pool for aquatic fun. Guests can sip refreshing drinks at the poolside bar while soaking up the sun.

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
(40 reviews)
  • City view
  • 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
(35 reviews)
  • City view
  • 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
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Premium Suite (Level)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 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
  • 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
(163 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150

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
  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 13 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 20 min drive
  • San Jose Contraloria Station - 5 min drive
  • San Jose Cemetery Station - 6 min drive
  • San Jose Cuatro Reinas Station - 6 min drive
  • Free airport pickup

Restaurants

  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ánfora - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Miyako - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Comedor de Empleados del Barceló San José - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Barceló San José

  • Barceló San José is just 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the airport and offers free pick-up service (available 24 hours). Guests can grab a bite to eat at one of the 3 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps or facials. Other highlights include 2 outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool and a poolside bar. Fellow travellers say great things about the pool and comfortable beds.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 254 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
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Transfers

    • Free airport pickup on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 17 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from January to December
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Barcelo Palacio
Barcelo Palacio Hotel
Barcelo Palacio Hotel San Jose
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Barcelo San Jose
Barcelo San Jose Palacio
Palacio Barcelo
Palacio San Jose
San Jose Barcelo Palacio
San Jose Palacio Barcelo
Barcelo Palacio Hotel Costa Rica
Barcelo San Jose Palacio Costa Rica
Barcelo San Jose Palacio Hotel San Jose
Barcelo San Jose Palacio Hotel
San Jose Barcelo
Barceló San José Hotel San Jose
Barceló San José Hotel
Barceló San José San Jose
Barceló San José Hotel
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Barceló San José Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Does Barceló San José offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Barceló San José does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Barceló San José?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Barceló San José?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Barceló San José?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Barceló San José?

Yes, a free shuttle from the airport is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Barceló San José?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an on-site casino at Barceló San José?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta Heredia (9-min drive) and Casino Fiesta (13-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Barceló San José and nearby?

Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes racquetball/squash. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Barceló San José also has a seasonal outdoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness centre and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Barceló San José?

Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants.

What's the area around Barceló San José like?

Barceló San José puts you in Uruca, in the heart of San José. Popular attractions include Sabana Park, which is 3 minutes away by car. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Barceló San José Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, varied, delicious, and a highlight of the stay. (113 reviews)
  • The pool area was a relaxing oasis, beautiful, and inviting, perfect for unwinding after a day. (103 reviews)
  • The on-site restaurants offered delicious food with a great variety of options and excellent service. (111 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Nice food place nice location
ramon, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Was a great stay for our family. Really enjoyed the garden around the hotel. Breakfast was plentiful!
Yury, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The front desk people were nice, the rooms clean and spacious.
Ana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Bridget, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good food good parkim good bar
Ramon, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Property was beautiful and room was nice and cold and the shower water is hot! Staff was friendly. Rooms sure spacious and property is quiet
Amy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff and beautiful property.
Karen, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good

The front staff were great. The room was cooled when I arrived and had a nice comfortable bed. The staff at the pool, spa and room service need to be retrained on hospitality.
Mary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Check in was easy. Staff members were okay. Food restaurant is so so. Nothing exciting to do here. Rooms were clean, beds were comfortable. Great for 1 or 2 nights. No more.
JACKELINE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything about the hotel and my stay was great. I had an amazing experience with the courteous staff as well as the amenities.
Habeeb, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, efficient, value for money stay with good bars and restaurants in the area and a good pool to spend time by with nice hammocks to relax in
Ryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great restaurants on the property, friendly staff, great spa.
Ethan, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Older property but clean and very classy. Piano in the lobby in the evening is a nice treat. Pay extra and stay on the Level to get the lounge with food and beverages.
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hot springs were beautiful and relaxing.
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelent location. People are very kind. The food also is excellent
NEYURLIN LEONOR, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is my second visit to this lovely property. It truly has everything I need for a wonderful tropical vacation!
Meredith, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Superb hotel. Great facilities. Excellent breakfast.
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Three hotel and ground are beautiful and well-maintained. Location is great.
Bryan LaVerne, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This was a nice hotel. Rooms were clean. Staff were nice. I enjoyed my stay
Janelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel, excellent, courteous, and friendly staff
Tony, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast buffet was excellent and family-friendly. Pool and grounds were beautiful.
April, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property. The grounds are gorgeous, the pool was great too. Close to the airport and free shuttle.
MARIA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff at the front desk were very helpful, kind, and accommodating. It's a beautiful place that was very relaxing.
Darlene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, always willing to help. Very clean room and a very big variety for breakfast which was excellent. Parking is very safe and so much to do in the hotel, from restaurants, pool, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, gym, live piano player every night and more.
Earl, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient, pleasant and clean
lene, 2-night trip