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Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District
3.5 star property

Art Deco San José hotel in Carmen with free breakfast

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Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
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Overview of Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

Central Ave, between 7th and 9th St, San José, San Jose, 3344-1000
  • Popular LocationEl Patio del Balmoral Restaurant1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Jose Atlantic Station10 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Jose Pacific Station17 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Jose University of Costa Rica Station8 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Presidential Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Belford

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 74 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room (Plus)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Plus

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 90 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Superior Plus

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite 514

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 39.8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite Gales

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 49 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

San José

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District is located in Carmen, a neighbourhood in San José, and is in a shopping district and near the boardwalk. National Museum of Costa Rica and Jade Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby rafting, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.

What's nearby

  • Morazan Park - 3 min walk
  • National Theater - 3 min walk
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 5 min walk
  • Central Park - 6 min walk
  • Mercado Central - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 7 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Bar y Restaurante Tropical - 2 min walk
  • Azotea Calle 7 - 1 min walk
  • Hamburger Factory - 1 min walk
  • Magnolia Restaurante - 2 min walk

About this property

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District

Hotel near Morazan Park
Located close to Jade Museum and National Museum of Costa Rica, Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District provides free breakfast (local cuisine), designer shops on-site and 2 coffee shops/cafes. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL, features brunch and light fare. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free valet parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and 7 meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free property, wedding services and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 119 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • EL PATIO DEL BALMORAL

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (5,909 square foot of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Built in 1955
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 7 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 34.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 11.00 (one-way)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Balmoral Hotel
Balmoral Hotel San Jose
Balmoral San Jose
Hotel Balmoral

Frequently asked questions

Is Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District on 9 Apr 2024 start from RM 514.53, 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 Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 34.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District located?

Located in Carmen, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Morazan Park and Jade Museum. National Museum of Costa Rica and Mercado Central are also within 10 minutes. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 7 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 10 minutes.

Balmoral Hotel San José CR, Historic District Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good hotel, slightly tired rooms and decor Staff good and restaurant good and good location to explore the city
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful. Good breakfast/restaurant available.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rona Soh Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room aircon was very noisy. Very bare minimal toiletries. The staff from reception to cafe service staff are very pleasant and friendly, service is good and cheerful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Liora

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Don’t like to property nor the staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kali

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check in. Rooms were clean and staff were so nice! Dinner at hotel was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David, Douglasville

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Kwok Fung

Disliked: Amenities
The hotel location is good, right in the central, and thats about it. The building is quite run down. The standard room is very average and no window and no bathtub. So be careful not to book a standard room is you want window and bathtub. The safe in my room does not work and /I told the staff but no change after 4 days. The building used to have an ATM and a bar, both are gone. The area is fine and you can find ATM few blocks away. The restaurant close at 9pm. So have your dinner early and almost everything close at 10pm, if your flight is late, nothing to buy nor eat in the area. Be prepared. Also, even though breakfast is included, but its not buffet. There are only 4 choices: traditional casado, omlette, pancake and yogurt with fruit. It also includes 1 drink only, choice of coeffe or orange juice. If you want both or something else, you need to pay out of pocket. Overall, standard room won't look like the pictures, I am disappointed. Breakfast is a huge let down. The surrounding area is walkable to many attractions but you almost have to Uber/Taxi to everywhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Balmoral is on Central Ave. which is a pedestrian walk way. If you take the free walking tour that you can find on line it will help you get a lay of the land. You can then explore the historical sites and public market with ease. We felt very safe during the day. Down at the plaza by the clock, we sat and ate our icecream cones and watched the water fountain and activity. The hotel staff were wonderfully helpful. The room was spotless and there were seating areas that were nice. There were closed shops in the building probably due to the pandemic. This place is a 5 for people looking for history. If you are looking for a pool and massage you should stay somewhre else
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Lori

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024