Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center is located in the heart of San José and 328 feet from Costa Rica’s National Theater and Plaza de la Cultura. It offers free daily breakfast and free WiFi access. The property features unique designed interiors. Rooms at San Jose City Center Hotel Presidente have modern décor with an LCD flat-screen TV. The amenities available also include a laptop safe and a hairdryer. Las Americas Restaurant is open just for breakfast, while the Azotea Calle 7 Restaurant is open just for dinners. There are computer terminals for guests to use in the lobby, along with currency exchange services and luggage storage. The National Museum and Gold Museum are within 5 minutes’ walk of the hotel. Many busses stop nearby and San José Airport is less than 0.6 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in San José, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.9

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Sustainability certification

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
9.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Susan
    United States of America United States of America
    The quiet elegance and care from the staff, the location is fabulous with secure parking. We walked everywhere! The rooftop bar in its little garden is a must stop!
  • Gloria
    United States of America United States of America
    It is a beautiful hotel and with excellent breakfast.
  • Anton
    United States of America United States of America
    The rooms were exceptionally large and very clean. The bathrooms were the size of a football field. Highly recommend.
  • Andrea
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff were friendly and very helpful. They recommended places to go, helped me call a taxi, and gave me tips on how to get around. As a solo female traveler, they never said my room number out loud and it made me feel safe. The rooms are...
  • Derek
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful hotel, clean, spacious rooms Great restaurant on site Large breakfast with fresh fruit and many options Staff was very friendly
  • Emma
    Canada Canada
    Amazing complimentary breakfast, beautiful rooms, and perfect location. The hotel was stylish and had a really neat rooftop restaurant. In walking distance to so many neat buildings and the international market. The hotel also arranged a shuttle...
  • Neil
    United States of America United States of America
    We had an overnight stay at Hotel Presidente prior to our return flight back to the US. Daniel was working the front desk and was very helpful to give us advice on must see attractions in old San Jose. The facilities were great and a very...
  • Julie
    United States of America United States of America
    Spacious rooms with comfortable bedding, and very good breakfast buffet. Newly renovated and clean. Zero complaints.
  • Yeung
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful hotel with friendly helpful staff. The location is excellent as close to museums and other attractions. Rooftop restaurant is lovely but make reservations in advance.
  • Richard
    Canada Canada
    the staff are always extremely helpful, friendly and courteous and the hotel's design is visually impressive.

Property questions and answers
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  • So you have secure parking

    Yes we offer complementary parking lot
    Answered on 17 August 2022
  • Does this hotel offer cribs or portable beds (pack & play) for babies/young toddlers?

    Good Morning Greetings from the Hotel Presidente in San Jose We offer both,cribs and rollaway bed as well
    Answered on 2 September 2023
  • Do you have a shuttle to the airport ? How far is the airport ?

    We offer private transfer to the airport the cost will be $45.00USD, the international airport is located approximately 30 minutes from the Hotel
    Answered on 17 August 2022
  • Is this a guest friendly property?

    Yes we are Pet Friendly
    Answered on 17 August 2022
  • Hello, do you have concierge service that could help us to get to guayabo with transfers and guide for one of the days?

    Yes we have our Staff Reception in order to suggest some transfers or activities
    Answered on 17 August 2022
  • Hello we are staying here next week before we fly back home can you guys help us with where to get our covid tests ? Thanks

    We can suggest some labs near to the property
    Answered on 17 August 2022
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Azotea Calle 7
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic

Amenities of Hotel Presidente
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Casino
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

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

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 12:00 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.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Crib upon request
Free
17+ years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverUnionPay credit cardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that visitors in the rooms are not allowed. Only the number of people registered at check in have access.

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.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about Hotel Presidente

  • Yes, Hotel Presidente is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Hotel Presidente is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

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

    • Casino
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Walking tours
    • Bar crawls
    • Tour or class about local culture
  • Hotel Presidente is 2,950 feet from the center of San José. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Guests staying at Hotel Presidente can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American
    • À la carte
  • Hotel Presidente has 1 restaurant:

    • Azotea Calle 7
  • Room options at Hotel Presidente include:

    • Double