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Irazu Hotel & Studios

3.5 star property
San Jose's cultural hub awaits at this well-positioned hotel, where travelers can relax in garden surroundings or explore Costa Rica's vibrant arts scene.

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Irazu Hotel & Studios, near Costa Rica's National Stadium and Theater, offers two breakfast spots, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Enjoy practical amenities like dry cleaning, car rentals, and free WiFi, with a consistently impressive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is RM363
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan

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Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Standard, City View with Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King Standard, Pool View with Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Standard, Pool View with Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

King Standard, City View with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Standard Accessible City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Standard

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Located in Uruca, a neighbourhood in San José, Irazu Hotel & Studios is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Irazu Volcano National Park, while Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica. Visit our San José travel guide
Map
General Canas Hwy KM3, San José, San Jose

What's nearby

  • Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica
    Sabana Park
    3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana
    National Stadium of Costa Rica
    3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Estadio Nacional
    3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Amusement Park San Jose
    4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art
    5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Contraloria Station
    5 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Denny's
    4 min walk
  • El Bosque Bar
    3 min drive
  • Ánfora
    3 min drive
  • Miyako
    3 min drive
  • Soda El Sabor de mi Cuchara
    11 min walk

About this property

Irazu Hotel & Studios

Hotel near National Stadium of Costa Rica
Located close to Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater, Irazu Hotel & Studios provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and Fusion cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, ATM/banking services and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 118 rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 7,500 for adults and CRC 7,500 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Dennys
  • The Best Bar Food & Drink

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3,315 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1969
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 27 May 2025 to 31 January 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hallway
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CRC 7500 for adults and from CRC 7500 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 20250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CRC 20250 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Does Irazu Hotel & Studios have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Irazu Hotel & Studios?

As of 28 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Irazu Hotel & Studios on 30 Jan 2026 start from RM 362.53, 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.

Is Irazu Hotel & Studios pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Irazu Hotel & Studios?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Irazu Hotel & Studios?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Irazu Hotel & Studios?

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

Does Irazu Hotel & Studios provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 20250 per vehicle applies.

Where is Irazu Hotel & Studios located?

Located in Uruca, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of National Stadium of Costa Rica, Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater. Jade Museum and Our Lady of the Angels Basilica are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Irazu Hotel & Studios Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 507 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Nice pool and hot tub, everything clean and comfortable, access to all the holiday inn express ammenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent staff service, free parking, free access to Gold's gym, nice pool and jacuzzi, breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is amazing. It has everything we needed to have the best time. The food at the casino is amazing. It has a lot of amenities and we will come back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keenon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Comfy bed. Friendly staff. I like to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great day and would stood out would be definitely a clean room. The staff was very nice and welcoming!! the breakfast buffet was definitely a major plus for us. The warm foods were perfect temperature as well as the cold and very spacious room to be able to sit down and enjoy. Took advantage of the room service, which was also quick and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kohuladas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The staff and the employees were great and extremely helpful in helping me. The continental breakfast was super good. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't have a balcony, amenities were available. Choice of restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Average property, friendly reception and housekeeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient Close to the airport Great pricing Friendly staff and amazing breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always… Top Drawer Service! All Staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My stay was cool. The rooms do not have a microwave, a mini fridge and even Kleenex. The room also does have a lot working electrical outlets, it was hard to charge multiple devices. The property was nice and the room did what it needed to do for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort type vibes. Jacuzzi and pool area is nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great location very well appointed great staff. Will definitely stay there again if in San Jose.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Federico

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was friendly and welcoming, the hotel is in OK condition. Well painted, towels and sheets are good quality. Bathroom in general and mattresses could definitely be in better conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employees are all super nice and helpful. The room was very comfortable and the breakfast buffet was tasty and the perfect way to start my day. I highly recommend a stay at this hotel ✌️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fidel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet stay. Friendly staff Gym right in front of which you have access to. Recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean basic hotel with a great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hubert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room front desk was nice very polite Security guard outside was helpful y I was waiting for uber to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time staying here. The staff was great and the food options within the hotel were delicious. The woman at the front desk when we checked in was so helpful and I'll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

TAURINO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very professional staff, very nice place to stay, quiet and safe, definitely I will come back to Irazu.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extreme friendly check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food options and great casino for sports betting and ideo slot machines and card games all here on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024