San Jose, Costa Rica, is a vibrant tapestry of culture and history, where colonial architecture meets a pulsating modernity, offering visitors a delightful blend of tradition and innovation. The city pulses with life, from the bustling markets filled with local delicacies to art galleries showcasing talented Costa Rican artists. For travelers seeking an intimate experience, the boutique hotel scene in San Jose provides not just lodging but a personalized journey through this captivating destination. Each hotel is a unique reflection of the city’s charm, with Grano de Oro Hotel standing out for its exquisite Victorian architecture and lush gardens; Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel offering sweeping views and a tranquil atmosphere; and Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel, perfectly positioned near the serene La Sabana Park, inviting guests to unwind amidst nature. These hotels encapsulate the essence of San Jose, promising not just comfort but an immersive experience. Discover our collection of the best hotels with balcony in San Jose Costa Rica and start planning your unforgettable getaway today.
Fabulous
500 reviews
This luxurious hotel is in the center of San Jose and features an on-site gourmet restaurant, free parking and free Wi-Fi. The Hotel Grano de Oro also provides massage services and a rooftop garden. Each spectacular, air-conditioned room at this property features a beautiful wood décor, vaulted ceilings and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. They also include free toiletries, plush linens and coffee makers. Grano de Oro’s famous restaurant serves a fusion of Costa Rican and European cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It also features a bar with a wide selection of wines and spirits. Many of San Jose’s main sights are within a 10-minute walk of the property. The hotel’s tour desk can arrange tours of museums, theaters and coffee plantations. Juan Santamaria International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Superb
207 reviews
Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel offers direct access to Cariari Golf Course and transportation to Juan Santamaría International Airport, which is 3.1 mi away. It offers free WiFi, massage, free parking and 24-hour reception. All rooms offer garden or golf course views. Some have a furnished balcony and some a private garden. Each air conditioned room is equipped with a 32-inch flat-screen TV, a safe, trouser press and coffee maker. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and toiletries. Room service is available and special diet menus can be requested. A laundry, dry cleaning and ironing service is offered. You can hire a car at the tour desk and an airport shuttle service is available for a fee. The Hotel Wyndham Herradura Conference Center is 656 feet from the hotel while Juan Santamarina Airport is 3.1 mi away.
Very Good
279 reviews
Parque de Lago Boutique Hotel is located in central San José. It features an on-site restaurant, free WiFi access and facilities to host meetings and banquets. The modern and fully appointed rooms are air conditioned, plus they feature flat-screen cable TV, safe and a private bathroom that includes a hairdryer. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast. Guests can explore the vicinity to find a variety of restaurants and eateries. Free parking is possible on sire. Other facilities include a tour desk and luggage storage. Free parking is also available on site. The National Theater of Costa Rica can be reached in a 15-minute drive, while the Plaza Cleto González Víquez Train Station is 2.6 mi away. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.
Fabulous
853 reviews
Posada el Quijote is located in San José and housed in a colonial-style building. It has a spacious garden, free Wi-Fi access and a snack bar. The bright rooms have wooden furniture and will provide you with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Featuring a shower, the private bathrooms also come with a bath or shower and free toiletries. All rooms offer garden views. Restaurants, like Novillo Alegre, can be found within 2625 feet away. At Posada el Quijote guest will also enjoy of a shared lounge, a tour desk and luggage storage. The property offers free parking. The hotel is 15 minutes’ drive from the Metropolitan Cathedral, as of the National Theater of Costa Rica and the Pre-Colombian Gold Museum. Juan Santamaría International Airport can be reached in 20 minutes by car.
Very Good
3372 reviews
This classic hotel is located in a quiet area of San José, 1.9 mi from the city center. It offers an outdoor pool, tennis court and complementary WiFi connection and shuttle to and from the airport, this service must be booked 36 hours in advanced. The air-conditioned rooms at the Barceló San José feature carpeted floors, flat-screen TV and views of the city or mountains. Each one comes with a coffee-maker and mini bar. The Barceló San José has 3 restaurants, Anfora Restaurant, Miyako Japanese and El Rancho Grill Restaurant also you will find a bar on site. There is a spa with a fitness center, hot tub and a range of treatments. Other facilities include a 3 squash court, 2 tennis court and 1 pickleball court free for guests booking in advance directly at the gym. Juan Santamaría Airport is a 15-minute drive from the hotel, and an airport shuttle service is available on request. You can drive to Sabana Park and the National Stadium in 10 minutes.
Very Good
164 reviews
Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel Alta las Palomas is located in Santa Ana, Costa Rica. Free Wi-Fi access is available and the property has a restaurant on site. The rooms here will provide you with cable TV, air conditioning and a balcony. Private bathrooms also come with a shower. The on-site restaurant is open from 06:30 to 22:00 hours. The AM PM Supermarket is just 0.6 mi away. At Alta Hotel you will find that the friendly staff can help the guests with information about interesting sightseeing in the area, or arrange a tour. The property also has laundry services available. Tobías Bolaños International Airport can be reached in a 20-minute drive, while Poas Volcano National park is 27 mi away.
Very Good
759 reviews
A former hacienda located on a 30-acre coffee plantation, this hotel features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a golf driving range and a coffee-inspired spa. Downtown San Jose is about a 15-minute drive away. The Kuö Spa at Costa Rica Marriott Hotel San Jose offers a wide variety of body and beauty treatments using coffee, volcanic ash and other natural ingredients from Costa Rica. All rooms feature flat-screen TVs with cable and satellite channels, and wired internet. The private bathrooms include amenities. Some rooms features views of the pool. The hotel serves Peruvian delicacies at La Isabella Restaurant, open for dinner, or Latin American cuisine at Antigua restaurant. The café serves gourmet Costa Rican coffee. Guests can enjoy eco-tourism activities at Poás Volcano National Park, or take a tour of the Café Britt Coffee Plantation, both within a 15-minute drive of the hotel. Juan Santamaría International airport is only 3 miles away. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas of the property.
Very Good
278 reviews
This hotel is an urban retreat in the heart of Escazu, San Jose’s most exclusive neighborhood. The hotel is located within the city's most prestigious shopping center complex, Multiplaza Escazu. Guest rooms are designed to fulfill the needs of today's global traveler; with streaming speed internet, soundproof windows, total blackout curtains, bedding with 300 thread Egyptian cotton sheets, alarm clock with mobile docking station and more. Escazu Corporate Center and Plaza Roble Corporate Center are just a short stroll away from the hotel. Just a few steps away from the hotel´s lobby, in Multiplaza Mall, you will find upscale stores, bars, coffee shops and restaurants. This hotel features the hottest concepts in entertainment and dining, including four trendy and lively concept restaurants: The Market, Factory Steak & Lobster, NAU Sushi Lounge and Pimento. The hotel´s full service spa blends with nature, its perfect for guests that want to escape and relax. The hotel´s updated fitness center overlooks serene tropical gardens, a Jacuzzi and three heated outdoor pools.
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