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About the Hotel

Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000

Rooms & Suites

Hotel Balmoral offers nine room categories, from Standard Plus to Presidential Suite. Rooms feature Italian porcelain floors, fine wood furniture by Costa Rican artisans, LED lighting, and 49-inch to 75-inch plasma TVs. Select rooms include refrigerators, microwaves, soundproof glass, and balconies. The Presidential Suite has a dining set, large closet, and modern bathroom. Family Suites accommodate up to six guests with two bathrooms and a living area.

Dining Options

El Patio del Balmoral serves Costa Rican specialties and international dishes, including meat, seafood, pasta, and risottos. The restaurant overlooks Avenida Central. El Bar del Patio offers drinks and sports on flat-screen TVs. Café del Patio provides gourmet coffee, pastries, and bread. Pizzería El Patio bakes fresh pizza daily. Bodeguita El Patio stocks a selection of wines for purchase.

Leisure & Services

The hotel has a 24-hour gym with ellipticals, treadmills, and stationary bikes. Seven meeting rooms accommodate events for 20 to 200 guests, with audiovisual equipment and catering. Services include airport shuttles, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and a business center. Pets are welcome. Transmedic provides 24/7 emergency medical coverage.

Prime Location

The hotel is on Paseo de los Museos, steps from the Gold, Jade, and National Museums. Nearby landmarks include Morazán Park (1 block), the National Theater (3 blocks), and the Central Market (8 blocks). It's a 15 km drive to Tobías Bolaños International Airport. The business district, theaters, and hospitals are within walking distance.

Event Facilities

Seven meeting rooms range from 42 m² to 162 m², with setups for auditorium, banquet, or school-style seating. The largest space, Milt, holds 200 guests. Services include simultaneous translation, catering, and group room rates. Event planners assist with audiovisual needs and customized menus.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Junior Suite Balcony

Max:

2 persons

45 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe

Max:

2 persons

38 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Plus

Max:

2 persons

38 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Centre

San Jose (San Jose)500 m

Airports

Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 10.2 km

Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 19.1 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Room features

Air conditioning
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000

Map view

Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000

City landmarks

Market

San Jose Central Market

730 m

Zoo

Simon Bolivar Zoo

750 m

Landmark

Santa Teresa

1.5 km

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

620 m

Park

Parque Nacional

1.4 km

Store

Chinatown, San Jose

670 m

Landmark

Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture

1.3 km

Landmark

Chinatown

670 m

Park

Parque Espana

1.1 km

Nearby

Museum

National Museum of Costa Rica

560 m

Museum

Jade Museum

210 m

Museum

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

240 m

Theatre

National Theatre of Costa Rica

280 m

Square

Plaza de La Cultura

180 m

Calle Central Alfredo Volio

Central Park

550 m

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose

550 m

Church

Church of Our Lady of La Soledad

380 m

Event hall

Templo de la Musica

200 m

Avenidas 3 y 5

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

420 m

Square

Plaza de las Artes

90 m

Avenida Segunda

Mercado Nacional de Artesanias

300 m

Gallery

Galeria Namu

310 m

Square

Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez

270 m

Square

Plaza de la Libertad Electoral

400 m

Park

Gral Francisco Morazan

590 m

Avenue 9 & Calle 4

Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura

560 m

Avenida 11 Calle 25

Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia

560 m

Cruz de Alajuelita

600 m

Avenida Central

Pedestrian Mall

600 m

Iglesia de Ladrillo

600 m

Restaurants

Tenedor Argentino

270 m

Costado sur del Teatro Nacional

Luigis Parrilla

50 m

Centro Commercial Plaza Avenida Central Local 23

Azotea Calle 7

70 m

Avenida Central

Spoon

100 m

Del Palacio de la Ceramica 100 oeste 25 sur.

La Casa del Cacao

200 m

Calle 11 entre avenida central y 2 From Jade Museum

Sapore Trattoria

390 m

75 metros oeste de Plaza de la Democracia

El Social

280 m

Avenida 3 corner Calle 9

Azafran

270 m

VER MAS Rohrmoser II Etapa CC Plaza Mayor 2 locations in Plaza Mayor Rohmoser

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Edith

United States, April 2024

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable and perfect for a good night's sleep, although the view could have been better. The location was excellent, right in the center, making it convenient to explore the city. However, the room lacked some amenities like quality toiletries and a sitting area.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were perfect and very comfortable, although with an awful view. They were tiny, with hardly enough space for our luggage.

Service

9.0

The service was beyond friendly and helpful. The staff were extremely helpful and patient.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was ideal for walking the city center, with many attractions and shops nearby.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, but with limited choices. The restaurant downstairs was great.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered various services like room service, car hire, and laundry.

John

United States, June 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore all the museums, historic sites, and restaurants. The rooms were comfortable and clean, although we encountered issues with a sewage smell and lack of hot water. The service was exceptional, especially during a small health emergency. The location is ideal for exploring the city's attractions, but there were some inconveniences due to early closures. The dining experience was not impressive despite the inclusion of free breakfast. Overall, a mixed experience with some notable highlights and drawbacks.

Rooms

6.0

The room was comfortable and clean, although we faced issues with a faint sewage smell and no hot water. The staff response to these matters was lacking, with no real solution provided.

Service

8.0

The staff provided exceptional service, particularly during a minor health emergency. However, there were challenges with addressing room-related issues effectively.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is perfect for exploring the city's attractions, within walking distance of museums and shopping areas. However, the early closure of certain facilities was inconvenient.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience, including the free breakfast, was not satisfying. We preferred to eat elsewhere despite the cost.

Facilities

The facilities were average, with some room for improvement. It would have been better if certain amenities were maintained more effectively.

great location

room issues

David

United States, May 2023

7.4/10

The hotel rooms were very clean and comfortable, some with nice views and natural light, but lacking certain amenities. The service was top-notch with a special shoutout to Daniella, Rebecca, Camilla, Enzo, and Maria Jose. The location was convenient for shopping and exploring local attractions, albeit with some minor challenges in finding parking. The dining experience had its highs and lows. Overall, a pleasant stay with room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were big, well-equipped, super clean, and had comfortable beds.

Service

9.0

The staff were accommodating and friendly during our stay, especially Daniella, Rebecca, Camilla, Enzo, and Maria Jose.

Location

7.0

The location was good, with easy access to shopping and local points of interest.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were varied but at times slow to refill, still offering many choices.