Bright rooms equipped to make guests feel at home.
<p><b>Who wouldn't want to spend the perfect vacation in a paradise like Costa Rica?</b></p>
<p>The Barceló San José***** hotel (a member hotel of the Barceló Hotel Group and formerly the Barceló San José Palacio) is located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Uruca, just 13 km from the Juan Santamaría International Airport and 5 km from downtown from the capital of San José of Costa Rica. It has good connections with the main business and commercial areas and entertainment areas, such as the National Stadium. This emblematic urban hotel enjoys great prestige and tradition in the country.</p>
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Barceló San José
Who wouldn't want to spend the perfect vacation in a paradise like Costa Rica?
The 5-star Barceló San José hotel (part of Barceló Hotel Group and formerly Barceló San José Palacio) is located in the quiet residential neighborhood of La Uruca, just 13 km from the Juan Santamaría International Airport and 5 km from the center of the capital of San José, Costa Rica. It has good connections to main business areas, as well as to shopping and entertainment areas, such as the National Stadium. This emblematic urban hotel boasts great prestige and tradition in the country.
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Access to the exclusive
Premium Level Lounge
Private
check-in area
Late check-out
until 4 PM
(subject to availability)
Rooms
Superior
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Bathtub
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Wi-Fi connection (free of charge)
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King bed
Superior with Terrace
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Bathtub
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Wi-Fi connection (free of charge)
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King bed
Superior Premium Level Room
Details
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Bathtub
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Hairdryer
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King bed
Suite Premium Level
Details
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Bathtub
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Hairdryer
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King bed
Master Suite
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Hairdryer
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Bathtub
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Sitting area
Presidential Suite Premium Level
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Bathtub
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Balcony/Terrace
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Wi-Fi connection (free of charge)
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Certificates and Awards
- Certificates
Integrated Central American system of quality and sustainability
We are Essential Costa Rica
Code of Conduct Certificate
CST (Sustainable Tourism)
Safe Travels Certificate
Location
Location
Urbanizacion El Robledal La Uruca 01150 San Jose Costa Rica
Juan Santamaria International Airport at 14.3 km away
Tambor Beach at 180 km away
Langosta Beach at 262 km away
Valle del Sol Golf Course at 11 km away
Deals
Book before
04-02-2025
Travel before
28-02-2025
Exclusive discount for my Barceló members
Round-trip transfer to the airport included
Free parking
Book before
31-12-2025
Travel before
31-12-2025
Additional 10% discount with promotional code
Exclusive discount for my Barceló members
Round-trip transfer to the airport included
Book before
01-07-2025
Travel before
31-12-2025
Additional 10% discount with promotional code
Exclusive discount for my Barceló members
Round-trip transfer to the airport included
Facilities and Services
Cuisine
The hotel's restaurants and bars include a varied dining offer consisting of local and international dishes designed to satisfy the palate of all guests.
We also offer 24 hour room service.
Health and Beauty
Within the hotel’s facilities, guests can enjoy a beauty salon, a barbershop, and massages. Reservations must be made by dialing extension number 795 from the hotel.
Weddings
- Wedding and anniversary celebrations
- Personalized wedding and honeymoon packages
Meetings and Events
- Convention and banquet center
- Capacity for up to 1,100 people
- 17 fully-equipped meeting rooms
Excursions
Get to know Costa Rica through day trips departing from the Barceló San José Hotel.
Contact information: sanjose.nocturno@barcelo.com
Premium Level
Premium Level is an exclusive concept of services and facilities created by Barceló Hotel Group. Being a Premium Level member provides guests with exclusive services and a superior experience.
Other services
The Barceló San José hotel has a spectacular outdoor swimming pool for adults and another for children with views of the gardens. They are open all year round, taking advantage of Costa Rica's pleasant average annual temperature of between 70 and 80 °F.
In addition, the hotel provides a lounge chair service (hammocks) designed for visitors to find the peace and tranquility they need while enjoying a delicious cocktail under the warm Caribbean sun. The pool area is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. (9:00 AM–5:00 PM)
The hotel's lush gardens provide a magnificent backdrop for a perfect vacation. Despite being located very close to the city of San Jose, offering all the comforts of an urban hotel, it is surrounded by dense tropical vegetation that will make guests feel in an idyllic Caribbean oasis . A delight for the senses that is worth discovering.
The Barceló San José hotel offers a wide range of sports activities, with facilities specially designed to provide an experience that exceeds the most demanding expectations.
In addition to its fully equipped fitness center, guests wishing to exercise during their vacation can enjoy several tennis courts lighted for training day and night. Tennis classes are also available for those who would like to improve their game.
Note: Access to the tennis courts is subject to availability and prior reservation, you can make a reservation directly at our gym or by email: sanjose.fitness@barcelo.com or you can also call (506) 2220-20-34 extension 717.
There is an offer of yoga sessions, which are focused on promoting overall health and wellness through the practice of physical postures, breathing exercises and meditation.
Other sports that can be practiced at the hotel are racquetball and squash. We also have Pickleball courts for the fans of that sport. Both are played in a fully enclosed court with four walls and a ceiling. The objective of the game is to serve or hit the ball in a way that your opponent cannot return it properly. It is undoubtedly the best way to have a good time while exercising.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Check-In time at Barceló San José is from 2:00 p.m., while Check-Out is at noon.
If you wish to take advantage of our Early Check-In service, please get in touch with us for availability at sanjose.jrec@barcelo.com. This service, as well as our Late Check Out service, has an additional cost and is subject to availability.
The Barceló San José Hotel offers parking at no additional cost to guests during their stay. Only one vehicle per room is included.
Yes, the Barceló San José hotel is designed for people with reduced mobility. Please check with the hotel front desk for adapted services and facilities.
No, the Barceló San José does not allow pets or any type of animal.
Yes, the Barceló San José has some alternatives for customers who have intolerances to food. We recommend that guests notify the hotel staff about their needs in order to better evaluate the options we offer.
Yes, Barceló San José offers transfer service to the airport nearest the hotel for no additional cost. Schedule your reservation with the hotel to enjoy this service. (Requests for transportation from the airport must be made 36 hours in advance).
The Wi-Fi connection for guests of the Barceló San José is free of charge.
The Barceló San José reception team will be delighted to assist you in the following languages: Spanish and English.
The Barceló San José hotel offers 24-hour room service for hotel guests. In the hotel you will find all the information you need regarding our food and drink options available for room service, along with prices, times...
Yes, breakfast at the Barceló San José is included in the accommodation for hotel guests who have booked on a boarding and breakfast and half board basis (not included for bookings on the accommodation-only basis).
The Barceló San José provides 15 meeting rooms and 17 areas for hosting events.
The minimum age to access the spa area & wellness of the Barceló San José is 18. The entry to the spa comes with an additional cost for hotel guests. Please check our rates. The spa is also accessible to children.
Yes, the Barceló San José has a spectacular outdoor swimming pool for adults and another for children overlooking the gardens.
Rates at the Barceló San José may vary depending on the stay (dates, hotel conditions, etc.). Choose your dates to see your rate.
The Barceló San José offers different services and activities, such as free parking and a gym, 3 restaurants, live music, 17 meeting rooms, a beauty salon, a barbershop, and massage service, among other amenities.
