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Barceló San José

4.0 star property
Suburban San José hotel in Uruca with 3 restaurants

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Outdoor pool
Meeting facility
Interior entrance
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Gift shop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150
  • Estadio Nacional
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sabana Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room (Superior Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite (Level)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Master)

Suite (Master)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San José

Barceló San José puts you in the centre of San José, 2 km (1.2 mi) from Museum of Costa Rican Art and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Estadio Nacional. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, gym and sauna plus access to racquetball/squash. 17 meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a children's swimming pool. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of free airport pick-up service. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Uruca hotel include Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

What's nearby

  • Estadio Nacional - 3 min drive
  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 4 min drive
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Cuatro Reinas Station - 7 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Cloud - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Dorado - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flor de Loto - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Barceló San José

Suburban San José hotel in Uruca with 3 restaurants
Barceló San José offers its guests a full-service spa, outdoor tennis courts, and an outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and 17 meeting rooms. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the business-friendly Barceló San José. A free shuttle from the airport to the hotel is free (available 24 hours). Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 254 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Barceló San José offers 254 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 17 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact this property at least 36 hours prior to arrival to arrange airport shuttle pickup.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Barceló San José

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 19 for adults and from USD 19 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 security system and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 3 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Barcelo Palacio
Barcelo Palacio Hotel
Barcelo Palacio Hotel San Jose
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Barcelo San Jose Palacio
Palacio Barcelo
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Barcelo Palacio Hotel Costa Rica
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San Jose Barcelo
Barceló San José Hotel San Jose
Barceló San José Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Barceló San José?

Barceló San José offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Barceló San José?

As of 21 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barceló San José on 9 Mar 2025 start from NZ$126.71, including 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 parking available at Barceló San José?

Yep, Barceló San José has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Is there a spa on site at Barceló San José?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Barceló San José. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Barceló San José have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Barceló San José has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from January to December.

What luxury perks are available at Barceló San José?

Barceló San José features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 3 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Barceló San José a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Barceló San José.

Is Barceló San José family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Barceló San José is a hit with families.

Does Barceló San José serve breakfast?

Yep, guests are hooked on the cooked-to-order brekkie here! Available daily, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Barceló San José?

Yep, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Barceló San José?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Barceló San José?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Barceló San José?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1042 out of 1595 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1595 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1595 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1595 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1595 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Henrik

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel and excelent morning bufet. Rooms are little bit aged, but fresh and clean. Large pool area and with BBQ and ALL you can drink. Nice atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo, Panama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

JUAN CARLOS, La Paz

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
They do not honor perks of expedia gold members
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
TV had to be repaired. Room phone did not work for rooms service orders. Maid came knocking at 8:30am to see if had checked out. She should be in touch with her management team, and not disturb us.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded to a suite which was very nice for the money. The desk staff was helpful as we tried to get transportation to the airport. The bellman allowed us to use the shuttle since it was not fully occupied.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente opción
Excelente opción precio / calidad / confort.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room. Loved the breakfast options and very easy to do room service and everyone working there were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely go back .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lilia, Doral

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is great. The manager send a verbal message that they are bot giving any benefits to gold expedia members that they suspended it. They did not gave me any reasson
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a problem with the pre arranged transport from the airport due to flight delays and heavy rain, but the quick and professional response from the staff quickly resolved the situation. The hotel is well placed with good rooms serviced by courteous and professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone in the hotel was extraordinarily kind and helpful. I got sick and hotel staff made a bad situation totally fine. I’m grateful to everyone at the welcome desk, the concierge and the wait staff. The slogan for Costa Rica is La pura vida. Staff couldn’t have been kinder!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Uyen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel didn’t respnse and sent no shuttle to pick is up despite a few emails several days prior to arriving. On the day, bo one picked up the phoen either. We had to take tsxi over sfter waiting for more than minutes. The room had 1 one of klenex tissue! The bath tube was clogged. Room was dusty, olde dated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy, Carteret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

HAROLD

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAOLO, Quito

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was good, great grilled hamburger. Room service efficient. Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lena B

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prompt service, friendly staff, close to airport, great amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Tyler

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
It was okay... The shower leaked badly onto the bathroom floor, I had to pay extra any time someone visited me at the hotel, no one stayed the night with me, but I got charged for visitations, which was absolutely ridiculous. I will never go back to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and ground are excellent. Also, the restaurant and breakfast buffet are delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephen, DeMotte

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I have always stayed here and it has been geat but recently they are different. Must be under new management. I asked them to print a document and they charged me $40.00. Crazy. I asked why and the woman only said that her manager said to charge me that much. I explained that I had always stayed there but I would never again because of this and she simply said, "ok". Typical of the Costa Rican culture to take what they can in the moment but I expected more from Barcelo. Adios!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

calvin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The elevator was broken and staff said that it works but it don’t so I had to climb the stairs and my key didn’t work so I had to make several trips up and down the stairs . When pull g up front to check in the man in front would not allow me to unload my luggage and was rudely told to do that out back , I don’t know why you can’t check in from the front but even the desk people were rude, I would not recommend this hotel to anyone ever and Expedia should remove them from their site .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heiner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to airport and the staff at this hotel are fantastic!!! The Staff at the front desk Analucia, Kenia and Stacy were incredibly kind, patient and helpful. They helped me during a time of great personal stress (Hurricane Milton). I was forced to stay at the hotel because my flight was canceled in the US. During my stay the really supported me while the hurricane devastated my home state of Florida. 5 stars for the hotel staff!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dhanmattie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff and very convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sathiyabalan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024