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2Nd Ave. Between Streets 1 And 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000

The unique Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton features a prime location in front of the Plaza de la Cultura and the National Theater. This 4-star San Jose (San Jose) hotel combines historic charm with modern amenities, including a fitness center and on-site dining options.

Rooms & Amenities

Gran Hotel Costa Rica offers elegantly designed rooms, some featuring a seating area. All accommodations are equipped with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, and complimentary toiletries.

Dining & Nearby Options

The hotel's on-site restaurant serves a buffet breakfast for a fee, and guests can enjoy drinks at the piano bar. Nearby dining options include Restaurante El Patio del Balmoral and La Esquina de Buenos Aires, both within 0.5 miles.

Leisure & Business

Leisure options at Gran Hotel Costa Rica include a 24-hour fitness center. The hotel also has business facilities with a 24-hour business center and two event venues for gatherings of up to 60 guests.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is located within walking distance to cultural attractions such as the Jade Museum and Metropolitan Cathedral. Transport options include bus stations for local routes just minutes away.

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Junior King Suite Seating Area
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2 persons
380 sq. feet 
Heating
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Superior Double Room Two Double Beds
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4 persons
380 sq. feet 
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2 Double beds
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King Room Mobility or Hearing Accessible Roll Shower
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2 persons
325 sq. feet 
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How to Navigate the City

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City Centre
San Jose (San Jose)1000 ft
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 6.1 mi
Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 11.6 mi

Facilities

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General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Curtains
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Location & Directions

2Nd Ave. Between Streets 1 And 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000
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2Nd Ave. Between Streets 1 And 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000
Nearby
Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
100 ft
Museum
Jade Museum
1600 ft
Theatre
National Theatre of Costa Rica
300 ft
Market
San Jose Central Market
1900 ft
Square
Plaza de La Cultura
300 ft
Calle Central Alfredo Volio
Central Park
1000 ft
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose
1000 ft
Church
Church of Our Lady of La Soledad
1800 ft
Event hall
Templo de la Musica
1200 ft
Square
Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
200 ft
Square
Plaza de las Artes
1100 ft
Gallery
Galeria Namu
1400 ft
Avenida Segunda
Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
1900 ft
Cruz de Alajuelita
1300 ft
Avenida Central
Pedestrian Mall
1300 ft
Iglesia de Ladrillo
1300 ft
Church
Metropolitan Church
800 ft
Avenue 9 & Calle 4
Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura
1700 ft
Avenida 11 Calle 25
Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia
2000 ft
Restaurants
Tenedor Argentino
400 ft
Costado sur del Teatro Nacional
Cultura5
100 ft
2nd Avenue Between Streets 1 Y 3 Piso 5 del Gran Hotel Costa Rica
Restaurante El Patio del Balmoral
1000 ft
Central Avenue
Alma de Cafe
300 ft
2nd Ave and 5th Street Districto Catedral
Cafe La Mancha
600 ft
Steinvorth buildling
Spoon
600 ft
Del Palacio de la Ceramica 100 oeste 25 sur.
Delfines con Amor
500 ft
Av 24 & calle 15
Manos En La Masa
800 ft
Calle 25
San Jose Bistro
700 ft
150m Norte de Plaza Cultura Frente Salsa 54 Multicentro San Jose Local 8
Tin Jo
2200 ft
Calle 11 btwn Avs 6 & 8
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