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Calle 11, Avenidas 2 Y 6, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 4673-1000
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Hotel Colonial - Neo-colonial Architecture with Pool and Garden in San Jose's Chinatown

Located in the heart of Chinatown, this San Jose (San Jose) hotel features distinctive neo-colonial architecture from the first half of the last century, complete with hand-carved mahogany beams and Solomonic columns. Hotel Colonial offers 24-hour front desk service, an outdoor swimming pool, and a terrace with garden views. Guest rooms come equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fans, cable TV, and private bathrooms with free toiletries. The property includes a restaurant, bar/lounge, and coffee shop serving local and international cuisine, with a free buffet breakfast provided daily. Business travelers have access to meeting facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas. Hotel Colonial stands within 1640.4 ft of the Metropolitan Cathedral, Plaza de La Cultura, and the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design. Seven restaurants, including Tin Jo and Sapore Trattoria, operate within 984.3 ft of the property.

Pros

Historic architecture featuring hand-carved mahogany elements and unique Solomonic columns

Within 1640.4 ft of major cultural attractions and diverse dining options

Complimentary buffet breakfast included with every stay

Multiple room configurations available, including disability-adapted rooms

Cons

Wi-Fi available only in public areas

Safety deposit boxes require additional fee of USD 5

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.
Double Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Balcony
Quadruple Room
2 persons
21 m² 
2 Double beds
Shower
Air conditioning
Triple Room
2 persons
21 m² 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Balcony
Junior Suite
2 persons
32 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre
San Jose (San Jose)700 m
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 10.1 km
Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 19.0 km

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Open-air bath

Room features

  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Trouser press

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Location

Calle 11, Avenidas 2 Y 6, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 4673-1000
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Calle 11, Avenidas 2 Y 6, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 4673-1000
Nearby
Museum
National Museum of Costa Rica
390 m
Museum
Jade Museum
190 m
Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
580 m
Theatre
National Theatre of Costa Rica
470 m
Square
Plaza de La Cultura
580 m
Church
Church of Our Lady of La Soledad
50 m
Event hall
Templo de la Musica
470 m
Avenida Segunda
Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
210 m
Avenidas 3 y 5
Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
500 m
Store
Chinatown, San Jose
470 m
Square
Plaza de las Artes
340 m
Square
Plaza de la Libertad Electoral
470 m
Square
Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
440 m
Between Avenida 2 and 14
Chinatown
490 m
Gallery
Galeria Namu
590 m
San José Province
Park of Social Guarantees
280 m
Restaurants
El Lobo Estepario
210 m
Avenida Segunda Esquina Opuesta a la Caja de Ande
Bo FastGood_RealFood
290 m
Avenida Segunda 2 150mt East from Teatro Nacional
Pollo Campero
230 m
San Jose Avenida Central frente a la Plaza de la Cultura
El Tostador
230 m
Avenida Central Costado sur del Mercado Central de San Jose
Cafe Rojo
900 m
Avenida 7 Con Calle 3 De la Alianza Francesa
Coffee Beans
590 m
Calle Blancos Plaza San Gabriel
Kashe Cafe Gourmet
670 m
Avenida 1
La Sucursal Limena
810 m
Avenida 1 con Calle 21 Edificio Amor de Barrio primer piso
La Ventanita Meraki
750 m
Paseo de Las Damas
La Bohemia
840 m
Corner of Calle 5 and Av 12
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 10 per day.
Internet
is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Colonial guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
17

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