Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
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This hotel is located in the centre of San José. Many shops and entertainment venues are to be found a few minutes walk away. There is a stop for the public transport to be found about 100 m from the hotel. The sea is approximately 85 km away.
The hotel was built in 1920. The hotel has a lift and features 120 rooms and 4 suites. Guests are warmly welcomed by English-speaking staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service, cash machine and drinks machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a car hire service, medical assistance, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.
Air conditioning and a fan ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. The rooms have a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system and WiFi (no extra charge) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests can also make use of the cleaning service on departure. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. For guests who wish to keep active, cycling/mountain biking and tennis are available. A wide range of sports are available, including water sports such as windsurfing, jet skiing, sailing and diving or, for a fee, water skiing. A gym and aerobics or, for a fee, billiards, are among the sport and leisure options available. A wellness area with a spa is available at the hotel. At the hotel offers excellent facilities for leisure and relaxation, including an entertainment programme, live music and a casino.
Dining facilities include a café and a bar. Guests can enjoy the culinary delights of the non-smoking, air-conditioned restaurant, which provides high chairs for children. Breakfast guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Dinner options include à la carte and a set menu. There are meals available for those with special dietary requirements: diet meals and children's meals. The hotel also offers special catering options.
Central & Second Ave, between 1 & 3
Check-in from 3:00 PM · check-out by 12:00 PM
Excellent
668 reviewsUser: Tr1ton
Trip type: Business
Warning: Serious Security Concerns and Poor Response
I had a similar experience to other reviewers.I would strongly caution anyone considering staying at this hotel.During my stay, my room was broken into and my suitcase was also forcibly opened. This was an extremely distressing experience and left me feeling u…
User: Elam G
Trip type: Family
No pool
Loved it, No pool though. Great surrounding environment.
User: Mary M
Trip type: Family
What a shame
Our first night in Costa Rica, so glad it didn’t taint the whole holiday. We were given a room a long way from the lifts and down two corridors, right at the end of the corridor by the emergency exit.The staff on the whole were good, not so much the man on rec…
User: Getaway25711396292
Trip type: Couples
Excellent Stay in the Heart of San José
Our stay at the Gran Hotel in San José was absolutely excellent. Everything felt exquisite from start to finish — spotless rooms, beautifully maintained spaces, and an overall sense of comfort and quality throughout the hotel.The concierge service was outstand…
User: Amanda B
Trip type: Couples
Best honeymoon we could ask for
Wonderful staff, hotel experience and room amenities. Quiet, calm, cool, best sleep I’ve had in a long time. Marcela was also very kind and attentive with us which is greatly appreciated. Surely we will come again in the future
