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Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
Enjoy fresh flavors at two on-site restaurants with outdoor dining options, just steps from Plaza de la Cultura for convenient cultural exploration

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Hotel Presidente in downtown San José offers a lively base for city exploration. Relax on the rooftop terrace or find quiet moments in the garden. Enjoy local dishes at two restaurants, and benefit from practical amenities like dry cleaning services and reliable WiFi throughout.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is ฿3,589
฿4,056 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante) | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante) | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Apex | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

The Apex

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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El Atelier | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

El Atelier

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Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1963 | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

1963

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Loft | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, individually furnished

The Loft

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Catedral, a neighbourhood in San José, Hotel Presidente is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Parque Espana, while Templo de Música and Museum of Contemporary Art and Design are cultural highlights. Plaza de la Cultura and National Theater are two other places to visit that come recommended. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with ecotours, hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, San José, 2922-1000

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jade Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 8 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Q'Empanadas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spoon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Azotea Calle 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar 1930 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Presidente

Upscale hotel near National Theater
Located close to Plaza de la Cultura and Templo de Música, Hotel Presidente provides a rooftop terrace, a garden and a library. Enjoy local cuisine and al fresco dining at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a porter/bellboy
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast and central location
Room features
All 80 individually furnished rooms include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 50 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Las Americas Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1963
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 18 for adults and from USD 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

Hotel Presidente
Hotel Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Presidente Hotel
Presidente San Jose Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Hotel Presidente Costa Rica
Presidente San Jose City Center Costa Rica
Presidente Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Presidente pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Presidente?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Presidente on 18 Jan 2026 start from ฿3,588.95, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Presidente?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Presidente?

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

What time is check-out at Hotel Presidente?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hotel Presidente provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Presidente located?

Located in Catedral, this hotel is steps away from National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura. Templo de Música and Parque Espana are also within 5 minutes. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 8 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Presidente Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 713 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chrisovalantou

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice restaurant with a view, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alireza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places I stayed, room was clean and spacious, restaurant in hotel was excellent, lobby was nice and it was located at the heart of city walkable to all attractions
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool designed hotel. Staff all very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was very tasty and a good selection of hot and cold food. The restaurant was also very good with a lovely rooftop terrace for food/drinks. Safe location to walk around outside, and with secure on site parking. Our room was clean, comfortable but no frills - worked well for a two night stay but not as stylish as the hotel itself. We would recommend staying here for a short stay in San Jose.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing. The whole hotel was even better than we expected. Great staff and insane views of the city!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kuber

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here! Hotel is within walkable distance to a lot of other restaurants/shops. The ambience was great and they have excellent breakfast (free!) options. The room has basic amenities. The only issue was the AC stopped working on day 2, but otherwise, everything else was good. Their roof top restaurant also has good menu options.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms. Staff was incredibly attentive and polite. Adjoining casino was a pleasant surprise. Rooftop restaurant and bar was lovely. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda Jana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel dinning. The restaurant is roof top, the food was good and the drinks were super too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute Hotel looks a little sketchy feom the outside because its in downtown San Jose. We went walking to a nearby restaurant and honestly everyone in Costa Rica is very nice and respectful. The Hotel is super cute tge staff is so friendly. They have the best breakfast in the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and the staff was super friendly. The location was convenient and walking distance to most parts of town or an easy spot for bus or ride share pick up and drop off. The breakfast was delicious as well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel in central location for exploring the city. Lots of food and shopping areas nearby, walkable to most places. Staff were very professional and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, lovely staff, very clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning property but definitely missed a pool and spa service. Loved that the property was well secured and offered a beautiful restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

leah

A very nice hotel in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

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

Great!

Very good location. Comfortable room and good breakfast. Ideal for visiting shops, museums and parks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great ambiance, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ximei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, and you can walk to many places. There are many shops and restaurants nearby. The staff are very friendly and often recommend good restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was gorgeous! Loved the balcony in the rooms. Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Harmin

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

2 day stay

the hotel is clean and in good area, lose to market, but it has lots of restrictions
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Convenient! Good location! Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and rooftop patio. Standard king size room had a very tiny bathroom. Bed was comfortable. Rooms are older. Room service was great. Friendly staff but the food from the restaurant was very poor. Something typical a simple as Arroz con pollo was terrible. They were very accommodating and took it off our bill. The dulce de leche croissant pudding was fantastic! The hotel is in the center of the city and with minimal traffic is 40 minutes from airport with traffic 1.5 hours.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amanda in the reception was Amazing! We received a wonderful upgrade, a room with a balcony! The breakfast was. Extraordinary, the staff super friendly and welcoming! The Hotel aesthetics is gorgeous! A highly recommended this Hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very beautifully designed, excellent location close to all the sights with maps of points of interest
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025