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Gran Hotel Costa Rica

3.0 of 5
Central and Second Ave. Between 1 & 3, San Jose 527-1000, Costa Rica
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Gran Hotel Costa Rica
Ranked #50 of 87 hotels in San Jose
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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London
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14 reviews 14 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013 via mobile

The rooms are large, clean and beds comfortable. Breakfast is served on the 5th floor and you can eat on the balcony with a lovely view of the theatre. Staff are helpful, for somewhere to lay your head for the minimal time you wil be in San Jose it's perfect.

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Nice, France
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

I've stayed in your hotel last moth and the best it has is the location, perfect view of the city while we had our breakfast that was served on the fith floor,k great by the way, also the room was cleaned, one think i liked about this hotel was the staff, specially i remember a maid called Milena, the guy... More

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Alexander M, Guest Relations Manager at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Hello thank you for writing a review about our hotel. Receive a warm greeting on behalf of the entire team of the Gran Hotel Costa Rica. For us, it was a pleasure having you as a guest. Thank you very much to highlight the personalized service that we offer at the hotel, it is very important and motivating for all... More

Miramichi
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

I was on an EF tour of Costa Rica last summer and we stayed at this hotel for 2 nights and it was all we needed. Room was big and newer than where we had been staying all week. Food was good but we went to the McDonalds across the square a lot. It was clean and interesting having been... More

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Alexander M, Guest Relations Manager at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, responded to this review
25 April 2013

Thank you very much for your review, which has been very helpful for us and for the other people who visit this website. We always try to maintain the best rooms. Thank you again and take this opportunity to invite you stay with us again when you want to visit Costa Rica. More

Centennial, Colorado
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

A European style hotel which means small rooms and thin walls means loud neighbors. Although we were on the 3rd floor we could still hear the piano in the lobby. The lobby and patio dinning area is beautiful and elegant but the remainder of the hotel shows a lot if wear. Our party had reserved rooms with two beds and... More

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Alexander M, Guest Relations Manager at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, responded to this review
25 April 2013

Thank you for your review. It has the particularity that all rooms are different. On the 4 and 5 floor we have more silent and very spacious rooms for your convenience, where your stay will be much more pleasant. I will make sure that the next time we do not repeat the same mistake with respect to the allocation of... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Perhaps it was a bad day for this woman , but i received an incredibly nasty email reply when asking where we should park, as we would be checking in just in time to run to dinner and a show . The reply stated that there was NO parking. When I inquired if this could really be possible , and... More

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Alexander M, Guest Relations Manager at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Thank you for your review and at the same time I apologize on behalf of the hotel by the situation that had to go with the person who you wrote the biographer that answer through e-mail. At the same time I know we have already taken the necessary measures in this case, with the person who wrote this email so... More

Atlanta
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42 reviews 42 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Warning: If you must have air conditioning, this is not your stop. However, San Jose's temperature is usually mild, as opposed to the weather on the coast, so check to see what averages are predicted for the period of your stay. We visited in mid-February, 2013, and the fahrenheit temps never got past the low 70s in the daytime and... More

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Alexander M, Guest Relations Manager at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, responded to this review
10 April 2013

We thank you very much for taking the time to write a review about our hotel, which is very valuable for us. Regarding the air conditioning I must tell you that our hotel was declared historical heritage - architecture and due to this reason we cannot make deep remodeling in the infrastructure of the hotel. Next time you decide to... More

Vancouver, Canada
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

We stayed at the Gran Hotel on 3 separate nights on our recent trip. Each night we were a different budget priced room but each time the room was very clean and comfortable. The price included a breakfast buffet which was very good. Location wise you couldn't ask for more, close to museums and restaurants and right across from the... More

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Alexander M, Guest Relations Manager at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, responded to this review
10 April 2013

Thank you very much for writing your review about our hotel. The next time you want to stay again in our hotel, you can contact us to: mercadeoyventas@grandhotelcostarica.com with great pleasure I will help you personally with the theme of the rates so you can choose the one that suits you in your next stay. More

Espoo, Finland
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26 reviews 26 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

This hotel has seen three U.S. presidents, Pele, Tyrone Power etc. It was built in a grand style of the 1930's and is located smack bang in the centre of the city, within a very short walking distance from the main attractions of the city, Teatro National, Mercado Central, post office and the Gold Museum. Also it has the pedestrian... More

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Alexander M, Guest Relations Manager at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, responded to this review
10 April 2013

Thank you for share your review. There are two important things that is good to know for the next time you want to visit us; all our rooms have the particularity that are different even in the same category as it is the case of the Standard room where you stayed. Moreover, the hotel possesses portable air conditioners in selected... More

Egham, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

This hotel is perfectly situated for exploring San Jose. It backs onto Central Avenue which is the main street of the city. There is a beautiful plaza just outside the hotel which contains a lovely old theatre and is always buzzing with life. Most of the city sights are within an easy stroll. The hotel staff are very friendly and... More

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Alexander M, Guest Relations Manager at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, responded to this review
10 April 2013

Thank you for sharing your review, the next time you want to visit us enjoy a lunch or dinner or our restaurant shared with the best live music (piano - Jazz) with a unique and very relaxing atmosphere. More

New York City, New York
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

We stayed in downtown San Jose for one day and this place was the perfect hub for a quick lap around the main tourist spots; Teatro National, Mercado Central, and Correos de Costa Rica. The rooms we small but comfy. We did not have a/c but were able to open a window and had a ceiling fan that worked fine.... More

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Alexander M, Guest Relations Manager at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, responded to this review
10 April 2013

Thank you for writing your review about our hotel, do you know that Yes we have portable air conditioners in selected rooms of our hotel. The next time you want to visit us, if you wish you can send an e-mail to this address: mercadeoyventas@grandhotelcostarica.com and I'll happy get you a room with air conditioning to make your stay as... More

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Additional Information about Gran Hotel Costa Rica

Also Known As:
Gran Hotel San Jose
Gran Hotel Costa Rica San Jose
Address: Central and Second Ave. Between 1 & 3, San Jose 527-1000, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of San Jose > San Jose Metro > San Jose
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #50 of 87 hotels in San Jose
Price range (per night): S$92 - 113
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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