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Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Auténtico Hotel is located in San José, 1640 feet from the Costa Rican Art Museum. Free WiFi access is available. The elegant and simple rooms here will provide you with air conditioning and cable TV. A coffee machine is also available. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Extras include a desk, a safety deposit box and a laptop safe. At Auténtico Hotel you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, luggage storage and laundry facilities. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including golfing. The property offers free parking. The hotel is 2 mi from Metropolitan Cathedral, 1.9 mi from National Theater of Costa Rica and 1.7 mi from Pre-Colombian Gold Museum. Juan Santamaría International Airport can be reached in a 15-minute drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.2
Free Wifi
8.7
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ale
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were so friendly, attentive and helpful. it really made our stay all the more memorable. The hotel room itself was perfect for us - I had some online client appointments to do while we were staying, so the suite was the perfect layout...
  • Michelle
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff was very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and stocked accordingly. Breakfast was amazing. Grounds are well kept and location was short distance from airport.
  • Ellen
    United States of America United States of America
    Excellent breakfast buffet. Very attentive staff at every meal.
  • Lisa
    United States of America United States of America
    Clean, comfortable, nice pool and restaurant, walkable to a grocery store, easy check-in, coffee maker in room, hot water in lobby, hot water in shower, comfy blankets and good AC. I stayed I many hotels in Costa Rica and this one was the most...
  • Jason
    United States of America United States of America
    The breakfast was amazing, and the water pressure in the nice hot shower was exactly what I needed after a long day of traveling.
  • Dorene
    United States of America United States of America
    Good breakfast and close to getting out of the city to the airport.
  • Anett
    Hungary Hungary
    It is close to the park and the city center. The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, it was raining so we could not try the pool
  • Jorge
    Colombia Colombia
    my only suggestion is to upgrade the toilet position of room 210, it is a very tight from the shower glass wall to the laboratory. I think it needs to be wider. Also, the lightning in the room is very, very poor. My othwer suggestion is to have...
  • Elaine
    United States of America United States of America
    Very friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast. Clean, modern rooms. Great value. Beautiful hotel
  • Ideliz
    Puerto Rico Puerto Rico
    Excellent staff and beautiful facilities. Restaurants everything delicious

Property questions and answers
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  • How much is the Airport shuttle one way? How long is the ride?

    It is $26 from 1 to 3 people, The long is around 20 minutes
    Answered on 1 October 2020
  • Can check out be a bit later than 12 PM?

    Late check out will be $25+tax until 4:00pm. Andrea Ovares
    Answered on 8 November 2021
  • What time is breakfast available?

    It is from 6:30am to 10: 0am
    Answered on 24 May 2022
  • Is there a shuttle to/from the airport? Cost:

    We can offer you a private transportation service from the airport to the hotel and from the hotel to the airport for $35.00 one way.
    Answered on 1 June 2023
  • Do you have airport pickup?

    We have a private transportation service from the airport to the hotel for $ 34.00 one way. Andrea Ovares
    Answered on 18 September 2021
  • Does the Autentico Hotel offer a pickup shuttle for 2 guests from the SJO airport on Sunday April 9, 2023?

    We have a private transportation service from the airport to the hotel for $35.00 one way If would you like to book it, we will need the Flight number..
    Answered on 25 March 2023
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Mastico Restaurante
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic

Amenities of Auténtico Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Laptop safe
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Auténtico Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Auténtico Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Auténtico Hotel

  • Guests staying at Auténtico Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • American
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go
  • Auténtico Hotel is 1.3 miles from the center of San José. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Auténtico Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Happy hour
    • Swimming pool
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Auténtico Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Auténtico Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Twin/Double
  • Check-in at Auténtico Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Auténtico Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Mastico Restaurante