★★★★

Hotel Presidente

9.2Superb255 reviews

Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, San José, 2922-1000

0.4 km from center (San Jose)

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Location

Avenida Central, Calle 7, San José, San José, 2922-1000

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About this hotel

Stunning Views and Convenient Amenities Experience breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace and garden while enjoying the complimentary wireless internet. Make use of concierge services, TV lounge, and reception hall for a comfortable stay. Delicious Dining and Cozy Accommodations Savor local cuisine at Las Americas Restaurant or opt for room service. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and wake up to a full breakfast. Retreat to one of the 80 well-appointed guestrooms featuring premium bedding and modern amenities. Central Location and Easy Access Nestled in the heart of San José, Hotel Presidente is steps away from Plaza de la Cultura and Templo de Música. Explore nearby attractions like the National Theater and Museum of Contemporary Art and Design. Book now for a luxurious stay in downtown San José.

Amenities

Pool & beach2

  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Garden

Meals1

  • Breakfast available (surcharge)

Internet2

  • Free wired internet
  • Free WiFi

Parking3

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Free self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Transfer3

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No accessible airport shuttle

Sports2

  • Golfing nearby
  • Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)

Beauty & wellness2

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Accessibility1

  • Wheelchair accessible

Business1

  • 24-hour business center

In the rooms3

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace

Services4

  • Elevator
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Concierge service

General10

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Television in common areas
  • Library
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Smoke-free property
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Computer station
  • +2 more

House rules

Check-in

from 02:00 PM

until anytime

Check-out

until 12:00 PM

Pets

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Pets

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets

Pets allowed

General

Professional property host/manager

Pets

Pets allowed (no fees)

Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available

Pets

Maximum number of pets per room 1

Pets

Service animals are allowed

Good to know

<ul> <li>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. </li><li>Children 10 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. </li> </ul> A deposit may be required at the property.

9.2

Superb

Based on 255 guest reviews

Cleanliness9.2
Service9.7
Location9.7
Room Quality9.2
Amenities9.2
Value for Money8.7
Food and Beverage8.7
Overall Experience9.2

Guests liked

  • Friendly and helpful staff
  • Great central location

Worth noting

  • Inconsistent room experience (size variation)

Guest reviews255

P5269MBmiah

Family · 2026-03-14

10.0

Great hotel! Clean, friendly and excellent location!

+ Hotel Presidente was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful, the breakfast was delicious and the location was perfect to explore downtown San Jose. I throughly enjoyed my visit. We appreciated the hospitality of the staff and front desk attendants after our late arrival. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to future travelers.

camillegE4093MN

Couples · 2026-03-14

8.0

Thank you

+ Thank you for all and to Luis to the reception.

vicarz

Couples · WASHINGTON DC, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA · 2026-03-12

10.0

Would definitely return

+ Fantastic place. It would be easy to miss from the street except for the rolling gate, but once you come inside it's wonderful. Staff is super helpful everywhere, the lobby is cute, the rooftop restaurant is nice and really reasonably priced (about the same as area restaurants, not the usual hotel markup), and the area is fine to walk around in (with tons of restaurant options). Easy walks to the museums (Jade and Gold), markets, etc. Oh, and breakfast is nice too with lots of options. It's a buffet but at restaurant quality other than fetching your own food.

fireyjacks

Solo travel · 2026-03-10

10.0

Central Location

+ A great modern hotel in a central location. Main attractions are all within walking distance of the hotel with a selection of local restaurants and cafes around. The room was large, spacious and airy, the bed was so comfortable with high quality bedding. Dining in the restaurant on the roof terrace was also a pleasant experience with fantastic food and attentive staff. Breakfast was substantial without being over the top. I would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel.

892tanishap

Family · ARLINGTON, TEXAS · 2026-03-09

10.0

Hotel experience and customer service

+ Ariana and Stephanie were amazing young ladies! They both made sure that the check in and check out process ran smoothly. Not only did they give the information about activities in the area, they took the time to give some great suggestions. The hotel itself was stunning! They had great food, employees were helpful, the rooms etc... was clean and was located in a great location. I could go on and on about this hotel, but I would definitely stay again!

hanenl2014

Couples · ANNECY, HAUTE-SAVOIE, AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES · 2026-03-06

10.0

Excellent stay.

+ We arrived there with no booking.And the team . They could find a room very quickly. Special thanks to Luis M. Room comfortable , quiet and very clean

AuroraAlaska

Couples · DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE, ALASKA · 2026-03-04

10.0

Stay here!!!

+ We chose Hotel Presidente for its central location in the heart of downtown San José. It is situated within a few minutes walking distance of the three world-class museums (Jade Museum, Gold Museum and National Museum of Costa Rica), and the National Theater. We could not have been happier with our stay! We booked directly with the hotel and had breakfast and complimentary parking included in our package. The breakfast buffet was fantastic, with many tasty cold and hot choices. We stayed in the “El Caballero Elegante” suite, which was very spacious, well appointed, sparkling clean and a great value. We also enjoyed dinner at the in-house restaurant Azotea Calle7 for both nights of our stay. All the staff were exceptionally welcoming and kind, and made sure our stay left nothing to be desired. We highly recommend the Hotel Presidente for your stay in San José!

annhY8954ZZ

Couples · 2026-02-26

8.0

Disappointed

+ Rooms are clean but small and the air conditioning was inefficient. We were too warm during the night. Front desk employees were efficient but not super friendly. Next time I will choose a different hotel for the price. There is also a fair amount of street noise early in the morning.