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Calle 22, Av. 5, Frente Al Bar Pecos Bill, Barrio Mexico, 15 Metros Oeste De Transnica., San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10002

Hotel El Dorado - Central San Jose Hotel with Free WiFi and Airport Transfers

Located 0.5 miles from Barrio Mexico and Iglesia de la Merced, this San Jose (San Jose) hotel provides 24-hour front desk service and airport transfers. Hotel El Dorado features soundproofed rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and complimentary toiletries. Guest accommodations range from single rooms with one bed to family rooms with four beds, each offering private entrances. The property maintains a shared lounge, garden, and concierge services. A tour desk and currency exchange service operate on-site. Five restaurants within 0.5 miles include Organica Health & Deli, Restaurante Chateau1525, and Le Bistrot De Paris. The hotel sits 1 mile from the National Theatre of Costa Rica, Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, and San Jose Central Market. Tobías Bolaños International Airport is 6 miles away, with paid shuttle service available.

Pros

Walking distance to multiple cultural attractions including Central Park and Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture

Five diverse dining options within 1640.4 ft of the property

Situated in a neighborhood with easy access to historical landmarks

Cons

30 miles distance to Poas National Park

4 miles from Parque Diversiones entertainment venue

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.
Standard Double Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Single Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Single bed
Shower
Basic Triple Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Family Room Bathroom
2 persons
4 Single beds
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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre
San Jose (San Jose) 1.1 km
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 8.6 km
Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 17.5 km

Facilities

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

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Currency exchange
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Calle 22, Av. 5, Frente Al Bar Pecos Bill, Barrio Mexico, 15 Metros Oeste De Transnica., San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10002
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Calle 22, Av. 5, Frente Al Bar Pecos Bill, Barrio Mexico, 15 Metros Oeste De Transnica., San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10002
Nearby
Barrio Mexico
430 m
C. 2
Correos de Costa Rica
430 m
Restaurants
Crepe Cafe Restaurant & Bar
560 m
Paseo Colon Torres Paseo Colon
Marisqueria la Ribera
790 m
Mercado Central de
El Unico
830 m
Central Market 8 Street 25 Meters South From Northwest Central Market Entrance
La Sorbetera de Lolo Mora
950 m
Av. Central Entre Calles 6 y 8 Mercado de San Jose
Super Cholo Gigante
850 m
Mercado Central
La Muny Restaurante & Bar
1.1 km
Avenida 10 300 mts este de la Municipalidad de San Jose
Cafe El Correo
960 m
Edificio Correos de Costa Rica
Ban Mee
1.2 km
Calle 38 100 metros sur del Centro Colón
Apetico Coffee Shop
1.2 km
Paseo Colon
Falafel House
1.2 km
Calle 2
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