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Hotel Colonial

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At Hotel Colonial, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and four framed pictures on the wall.

Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and framed pictures on the wall.

Suite Junior

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room Standard

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, framed pictures on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Room Standard

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, framed pictures on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Catedral, a neighborhood in San José, Hotel Colonial is near a train station. Jade Museum and National Center of Art and Culture are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Mercado Central. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica, or consider a night out at Parque Viva. Visit our San José travel guide
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Calle 11, Avenidas 2 y 6, San José, San Jose, 4013

What's nearby

  • A yellow building with a flag, steps, and a fence.
    National Museum of Costa Rica
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A gazebo with a dome roof surrounded by trees and a park.
    Morazan Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic building with a red roof and classical architecture, surrounded by a plaza with statues and a fountain.
    Plaza de la Cultura
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • An aerial view of a city with a prominent red-roofed building, a busy intersection, and surrounding modern and traditional architecture.
    National Theater of Costa Rica
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A public square with a fountain, steps, and modern buildings in the background.
    Central Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station
    3 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Spoon
    6 min walk
  • Manolos
    3 min walk
  • Nuestra Tierra Restaurante
    4 min walk
  • Bao Ji
    2 min walk
  • El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant
    4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Colonial

  • Hotel near Sabana Park
  • You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Hotel Colonial. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
    • A banquet hall, a gift shop, and a vending machine
    • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel Colonial have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and room service.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • TVs with satellite channels
    • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 10 per night)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1947
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10 per night(492 ft away; open 24 hours)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Colonial have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Colonial?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Colonial on Sept 20, 2026 start from CA $77, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Colonial pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Colonial?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Colonial?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Colonial provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Colonial located?

Located in Catedral, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Casino Fiesta, Jade Museum, and National Museum of Costa Rica. Plaza de la Democracia and Jacob Karpio Galería are also within 10 minutes. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is only a 3-minute walk and San Jose Viquez Square Station is 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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