Gran Hotel Costa Rica - Historic Business District Hotel with International Restaurant and Premium Bedding
Located in San Jose's business district, this San Jose (San Jose) hotel features 79 individually furnished rooms with premium bedding and pillow menus. Gran Hotel Costa Rica, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, provides laptop-friendly workspaces and laptop-compatible safes in each accommodation. The property houses the Cultura 5 restaurant serving international cuisine, alongside a bar and a 24-hour gym. Guest rooms come equipped with air conditioning, TVs, refrigerators, and private bathrooms with showers and complimentary toiletries. The hotel maintains a 24-hour reception desk, library, and offers dry cleaning services. Situated 6 miles from Tobias Bolanos International airport, Gran Hotel Costa Rica stands within 0.5 miles of the National Theatre of Costa Rica and Pre-Columbian Gold Museum.
Pros
Within 0.5 miles of multiple dining options including Restaurante El Patio del Balmoral and Cafe La Mancha
Walking distance to cultural landmarks: Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez (0.5 miles) and Templo de la Musica (0.5 miles)
Offers bicycle rental services and a grocery/convenience store on-site
Welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities
Cons
10-kilometer distance from Tobias Bolanos International airport
Limited parking space in the garage
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City Centre
San Jose (San Jose)1000 ft
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ)
6.1
mi
Juan Santamaria International (SJO)
11.6
mi
Facilities
Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location
Really good Dining Experience
“During my stay at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, I was blown away by the dining experience. The food was excellent, particularly the dinner menus, which highlighted fresh fish and regional specialties. Each meal was prepared with attention to detail, making dining a good part of my stay!” view full review
Comfortable and Spacious Rooms
“The guest bedrooms at Gran Hotel were spacious and very comfortable. I particularly appreciated the cleanliness and attention to detail in the room. Each day, the linens were changed, and the floors were mopped, creating a cute atmosphere throughout my stay.” view full review
Excellent Entertainment Options
“The Gran Hotel offered an excellent selection of entertainment options. With a beautiful on-site restaurant that provided panoramic views of the city, I enjoyed relaxing there while taking in the surroundings. This added a unique charm to my dining experience.” view full review
Excellent Bathroom Features
“The bathrooms in the guest rooms were very spacious, providing a comfortable environment. I felt pampered with the modern upgrades while still appreciating the historic renovations. It truly added to the overall luxury of my stay.” view full review
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Location
Central & Second Ave, Between 1 & 3,
San Jose (San Jose),
Costa Rica,
San José
Central & Second Ave, Between 1 & 3,
San Jose (San Jose),
Costa Rica,
San José
City landmarks
Museum
National Museum of Costa Rica
4300 ft
Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
2500 ft
Theatre
National Theatre of Costa Rica
2200 ft
Market
San Jose Central Market
2400 ft
Zoo
Simon Bolivar Zoo
3000 ft
Square
Plaza de La Cultura
2500 ft
Church
Church of Our Lady of La Soledad
2700 ft
Store
Chinatown, San Jose
2000 ft
Landmark
Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
2200 ft
Landmark
Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture
4300 ft
Museum
Museum of Costa Rican Art
1.5
mi
Square
Plaza de la Libertad Electoral
2200 ft
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
5000 ft
Nearby
Calle Central Alfredo Volio
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose
1400 ft
Event hall
Templo de la Musica
1100 ft
Square
Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
200 ft
Square
Plaza de las Artes
1100 ft
Avenida Segunda
Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
1900 ft
Iglesia de Ladrillo
1400 ft
Cruz de Alajuelita
1400 ft
Church
Metropolitan Church
700 ft
Avenue 9 & Calle 4
Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura
1700 ft
Avenida 11 Calle 25
Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia
1900 ft
Restaurants
Costado sur del Teatro Nacional
2nd Avenue Between Streets 1 Y 3 Piso 5 del Gran Hotel Costa Rica
Restaurante El Patio del Balmoral
1000 ft
Central Avenue
2nd Ave and 5th Street Districto Catedral
La Esquina de Buenos Aires
2900 ft
Calle 11 Av corner 4
Del Palacio de la Ceramica 100 oeste 25 sur.
VER MAS Rohrmoser II Etapa CC Plaza Mayor 2 locations in Plaza Mayor Rohmoser
150m Norte de Plaza Cultura Frente Salsa 54 Multicentro San Jose Local 8
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