Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District, San Jose (San Jose) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000

Very good

7.3

7.6

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3.6

“The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of San Jose, making it easy to explore local shops, museums, and restaurants.”view full review

Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District, a 4-star hotel with a Booking.com rating of 7.3/10, features a variety of onsite facilities, including an award-winning restaurant, bar, and café. This hotel also offers meeting spaces and comprehensive services, all situated within close proximity to San Jose's historical landmarks.

Rooms & Amenities

The Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District offers nine room categories, ranging from basic accommodations to extended stay suites, suitable for various preferences. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, including a refrigerator, microwave, air conditioning, and high-speed Wi-Fi.

Dining & Leisure

Dining options at Balmoral include the award-winning El Patio del Balmoral restaurant, which serves authentic Costa Rican and international dishes. Guests can also unwind at El Bar del Patio, enjoying drinks and light snacks while catching sports on flat-screen TVs.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is situated within walking distance of major cultural landmarks such as the National Theater, Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum. Public transportation options are available nearby, including multiple bus terminals for convenient travel around San Jose.

Business Services & Accessibility

Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District features seven well-equipped meeting spaces, ideal for various events and conferences. Complimentary shuttle service to the airport, as well as pet-friendly policies and a business center, enhance the convenience for guests.

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Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Plus

2 persons

410 sq. feet

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Presidential Suite

2 persons

640 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Junior Suite Balcony

2 persons

485 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior Plus

2 persons

345 sq. feet

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Facilities

Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The complimentary breakfast was among the best I experienced in Costa Rica, offering a great variety of tasty dishes to start my day.” view full review

Comfortable Rooms

“The room was impeccably clean and featured cozy beds, making it a perfect space to relax after a long day of exploring.” view full review

Access for All

“The hotel offered a welcoming environment with accessible facilities that made it comfortable for everyone in our group.” view full review

Impressive Amenities

“The hotel provided a range of convenient amenities such as a small fridge and coffee setup in the room, enhancing our overall stay.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.3/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Room features

Air conditioning
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District Location

Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000

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Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000

City landmarks

Market

San Jose Central Market

2400 ft

Zoo

Simon Bolivar Zoo

2500 ft

Landmark

Santa Teresa

5000 ft

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

2100 ft

Park

Parque Nacional

4700 ft

Store

Chinatown, San Jose

2200 ft

Landmark

Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture

4200 ft

Landmark

Pedestrian Mall

2000 ft

Landmark

Cruz de Alajuelita

2000 ft

Landmark

Iglesia de Ladrillo

2000 ft

Landmark

Chinatown

2200 ft

Nearby

Museum

National Museum of Costa Rica

1900 ft

Museum

Jade Museum

700 ft

Museum

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

800 ft

Theatre

National Theatre of Costa Rica

1000 ft

Square

Plaza de La Cultura

600 ft

Calle Central Alfredo Volio

Central Park

1900 ft

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose

1900 ft

Church

Church of Our Lady of La Soledad

1300 ft

Event hall

Templo de la Musica

700 ft

Avenidas 3 y 5

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

1400 ft

Square

Plaza de las Artes

300 ft

Avenida Segunda

Mercado Nacional de Artesanias

1000 ft

Gallery

Galeria Namu

1100 ft

Square

Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez

900 ft

Park

Parque Espana

3700 ft

Square

Plaza de la Libertad Electoral

1300 ft

Park

Gral Francisco Morazan

2000 ft

Avenida 11 Calle 25

Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia

1900 ft

Avenue 9 & Calle 4

Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura

1900 ft

Restaurants

Tenedor Argentino

900 ft

Costado sur del Teatro Nacional

Luigis Parrilla

200 ft

Centro Commercial Plaza Avenida Central Local 23

Azotea Calle 7

300 ft

Avenida Central

Spoon

400 ft

Del Palacio de la Ceramica 100 oeste 25 sur.

La Casa del Cacao

700 ft

Calle 11 entre avenida central y 2 From Jade Museum

Sapore Trattoria

1300 ft

75 metros oeste de Plaza de la Democracia

El Social

1000 ft

Avenida 3 corner Calle 9

Azafran

900 ft

VER MAS Rohrmoser II Etapa CC Plaza Mayor 2 locations in Plaza Mayor Rohmoser

Getting around

City Centre

San Jose (San Jose)6 min · 1700 ft

Airports

Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ)16 min · 6.5 mi

Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)29 min · 11.7 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

from 11:00-12:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Balmoral San Jose Cr, Historic District provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Year renovated:

2009

Number of floors:

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Former name

BALMORAL HOTEL

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 654 verified reviews

7.1/10

Very good

62%

Recommend

Breakfast

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Comfort

7.9/10

Facilities

7.3/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.0/10

Location

8.7/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.3/10

Staff

8.1/10

Value for money

7.2/10

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