Avenida Central entre Calles 1 y 3, Antiguo Hotel Gran Via., 00011 San José, Costa Rica
#90 of 118 hotels in San José
Guests' ChoiceBased on 330 hotel reviews
7.7Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.2
Facilities
7.4
Staff
8.7
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
7.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 May 2024
Sonja
SwitzerlandDuring the day a little loud.
Very central, a lot is going on. Big, clean room with a hot shower and AC. Nice breakfast.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Noel
United StatesFound a cockroach in the bathroom and one of the beds in the room had a broken slat which made it groan like the dead.
Excellent location. Kitty-corner from the Cultural Plaza in the middle of downtown. Loved the trip to La Paz Waterfall Gardens and our guide, Danny.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Susan
AustraliaIt is dated, but on the price point
Excellent location right in the mall. One minute walk to Gran hotel, which is where tours depart from. Our room was nice and big, we were lucky enough to get a high floor. Price was marketed to value.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
The
CanadaA bit noisy as it is central. Good for short stays but more of a hotel than a hostel.
Very central location. Nice complimentary breakfast. Spacious clean room.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 9 March 2024
Cinzia
United Statesroom was basic but clean and spacious
perfect location for a day of sightseeing
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Carol
CanadaCarpet in room
Location and staff
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 March 2024
Peter
Canadawater suppy -- but understand
Location + friendly staff
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 29 February 2024
Loskar14
CanadaBreakfast was bad. Wifi doesn t work in our room. Staff look desinterested. It s expensive for what you get
Location. Hot shower. Bed.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Ivan
United KingdomSlightly tired
Spacious, clean
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 14 February 2024
Dawn
United KingdomHot water intermittent
Location, comfortable bed, staff
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 11 February 2024
Dani
ItalyMy breakfast was included in the price, however I’m not sure why I didn’t have any savoury options like other guests 😬🤷🏻♂️
Super central, shared bathroom in the room
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Ivan
HungaryWe stayed here 2 times in 3 weeks. Formerly I told my opinion. I just can repeat myself: Good average hotel.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 10 February 2024
Ivan
HungaryNoisy room.
Central location, restaurants, bars, stores are in walking distance. Beds are comfortable.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Pablo
SpainEl WiFi iba regular
Personal amable y resolutivo
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Dmitry
AustraliaPlease add a ceiling light to the 3rd floor room B. Having only one near the bathroom makes the room very dark and unwelcoming during the evening.
The best location, it is walking distance (10-15 mins) from all main bus stations (Tracopa, 7-10, Caribes). They give a new towel every day.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Björn
SwedenAwewome breakfast and cheap. Really helpful staff
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Lauren
FranceThe WiFi isn’t as quick so if you wish to work it might be to consider - for me, it wasn’t an issue at all. The door didn’t have a key and although it didn’t feel unsafe, it still meant anyone could enter the room.
The hostel is very well located if you want to explore the city - I think you couldn’t find a better location, right on the Main Street. The staff was very kind and they give a towel and soap when you arrive. Beds were comfortable and the bathroom had hot water so overall the value is very good given the low price you pay and the location.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Alex
CanadaNo kitchen facilities to make a cup of coffee.
Morning continental breakfast w coffee was nice but nicer if you order 2 fried eggs for an extra 1000 colones
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Yang
CanadaThe location is the best! Good view !Staff are very helpful and professional.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Nouvet
Panama.
Buena ubicación
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 24 November 2023
Robert
GermanyThe bed makes noises
It was close to the Center. There was a refrigerator as well. Breakfast was as well good and satisfying
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Berbs
United StatesThe communication overall and airport taxi pick up with Booking .com was a disaster
The staff at the hotel were great. Dealing with Booking.com was my biggest problem from start to finish.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Miguel
ChilePerfect location for bus stations
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Tarik
NicaraguaShower confusing
Great location, big bed, toilet
Stayed in November 2023
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