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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

485 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Balcony

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Deluxe Double Room Balcony

Max:

2 persons

410 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Deluxe Plus

Max:

2 persons

410 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

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City Centre

San Jose (San Jose)1700 ft

Airports

Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 6.3 mi

Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 11.9 mi

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
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

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

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
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

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

2400 ft

Zoo

Simon Bolivar Zoo

2500 ft

Landmark

Santa Teresa

5000 ft

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

2100 ft

Park

Parque Nacional

4700 ft

Store

Chinatown, San Jose

2200 ft

Landmark

Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture

4200 ft

Landmark

Pedestrian Mall

2000 ft

Landmark

Cruz de Alajuelita

2000 ft

Landmark

Iglesia de Ladrillo

2000 ft

Landmark

Chinatown

2300 ft

Park

Parque Espana

3700 ft

Nearby

Museum

National Museum of Costa Rica

1900 ft

Museum

Jade Museum

700 ft

Museum

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

800 ft

Theatre

National Theatre of Costa Rica

1000 ft

Square

Plaza de La Cultura

600 ft

Calle Central Alfredo Volio

Central Park

1900 ft

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose

1900 ft

Church

Church of Our Lady of La Soledad

1300 ft

Event hall

Templo de la Musica

600 ft

Avenidas 3 y 5

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

1400 ft

Square

Plaza de las Artes

300 ft

Avenida Segunda

Mercado Nacional de Artesanias

1100 ft

Gallery

Galeria Namu

1000 ft

Square

Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez

900 ft

Square

Plaza de la Libertad Electoral

1300 ft

Park

Gral Francisco Morazan

2000 ft

Avenue 9 & Calle 4

Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura

1800 ft

Avenida 11 Calle 25

Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia

1800 ft

Restaurants

Tenedor Argentino

900 ft

Costado sur del Teatro Nacional

Luigis Parrilla

200 ft

Centro Commercial Plaza Avenida Central Local 23

Spoon

400 ft

Del Palacio de la Ceramica 100 oeste 25 sur.

La Casa del Cacao

700 ft

Calle 11 entre avenida central y 2 From Jade Museum

Restaurante Magnolia

800 ft

Avenida 1 Calle 9 y 11 Club Casino Colonial

El Social

1000 ft

Avenida 3 corner Calle 9

Azafran

900 ft

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.