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Hotel Presidente

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from National Theater

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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

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The current price is P6,896
P7,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed (La Dama Elegante)

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed (El Caballero Elegante)

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Apex

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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El Atelier

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
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HDTV
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  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1963

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Loft

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Catedral, a neighborhood 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 with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with ecotours, horse riding, and hiking/biking trails. 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
  • Morazan Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 8 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Q'Empanadas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azotea Calle 7 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New York Street - ‬2 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. Be sure to 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 roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast, and central location
Room features
All 80 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, 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 transportation

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1963
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 18 for adults and 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 pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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 Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Presidente on Oct 12, 2025 start from P 6,896.05, 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?

Check-out 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 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

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

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

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I liked the friendly service and accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Cylinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and staff friendly and attentive! Great walkable location near many of top sites in San Jose! Will def stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was excellent! Clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All team are going above and beyond to accommodate needs of clients during stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hollie

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

10/10 Excellent

Alessia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

leah

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

10/10 Excellent

Shahid

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

Kailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an oasis once you step inside! it is beautiful! Very nice lobby, beautiful restaurant, and nice quiet rooms. I was concerned it would be loud being right on a bus street but my room was quiet and had great views. Very nice breakfast buffet and very cool common spaces in the hotel for working or hanging out. Staff very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is newly renovated and was beautiful and comfortable. It was very clean. The breakfast buffet was delicious as was the rooftop restaurant. I loved the wait staff at the restaurants. Overall, very nice and highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Federico

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it here and the food & drinks at their restaurant was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this hotel! We were there only one night but it was great. Beautiful hotel, clean, great staff. The only downer, the surrounding area was dirty and so many homeless people that it was a bit uncomfortable walking around.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceed all my expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is stunning and the staff really go out of their way to make you feel welcome and taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very trendy hotel. The room was very clean but a bit noisy, nevertheless we slept well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaMar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicole was especially helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a great hotel, staff is super nice and helpful, rooms are very pretty and clean, food was very good... Definitely be back whenever we're in San Jose
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent place, facilities, and staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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