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Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000
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Offering 71 rooms, the 4-star smoke-free Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District is within walking distance of an entertainment district and 18 minutes on foot from the tropical park "Parque Nacional". Situated not far from the traditional Simon Bolivar Zoo, this unique hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving international cuisine.

Location

The Church of Our Lady of La Soledad is only 400 m from the hotel, and the Santa Teresa neighborhood is 1.5 km from it. Scattered around restaurants, a casino, and theatres, the Balmoral lies near the Park of Social Guarantees.

Shoppers will enjoy a central location close to a market and shops.

This accommodation is located 5 km from Tobias Bolanos International airport and around a 10-minute walk from Terminal Curridabat bus stop.

Rooms

The Balmoral San Jose offers comfortable rooms complete with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts such as an air conditioner. The bathroom features a separate toilet and a shower, along with a hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. Guests can enjoy views of the city from this San Jose hotel.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served in the onsite restaurant El Patio. The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. There is a pizzeria serving Italian food approximately 200 metres away.

Leisure & Business

At Balmoral Hotel San Jose Cr, Historic District, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a gym facility. Finally, the property houses a conference room and a 24-hour business centre featuring a xerox and a desk.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Junior Suite Balcony
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Deluxe
2 persons
410 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Deluxe Plus
2 persons
410 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior Plus
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Barber shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000
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Avenida Central Calles 7 Y 9, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 3344-1000
Nearby
Museum
National Museum of Costa Rica
1900 ft
Museum
Jade Museum
700 ft
Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
800 ft
Theatre
National Theatre of Costa Rica
1000 ft
Square
Plaza de La Cultura
600 ft
Calle Central Alfredo Volio
Central Park
1900 ft
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose
1900 ft
Church
Church of Our Lady of La Soledad
1300 ft
Event hall
Templo de la Musica
700 ft
Avenidas 3 y 5
Museum of Contemporary Art and Design
1400 ft
Square
Plaza de las Artes
300 ft
Avenida Segunda
Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
1000 ft
Gallery
Galeria Namu
1100 ft
Square
Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
900 ft
Park
Parque Espana
3700 ft
Square
Plaza de la Libertad Electoral
1300 ft
Park
Gral Francisco Morazan
2000 ft
Avenida 11 Calle 25
Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia
1900 ft
Avenue 9 & Calle 4
Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura
1900 ft
Restaurants
Tenedor Argentino
900 ft
Costado sur del Teatro Nacional
Luigis Parrilla
200 ft
Centro Commercial Plaza Avenida Central Local 23
Azotea Calle 7
300 ft
Avenida Central
Spoon
400 ft
Del Palacio de la Ceramica 100 oeste 25 sur.
La Casa del Cacao
700 ft
Calle 11 entre avenida central y 2 From Jade Museum
Sapore Trattoria
1300 ft
75 metros oeste de Plaza de la Democracia
El Social
1000 ft
Avenida 3 corner Calle 9
Azafran
900 ft
VER MAS Rohrmoser II Etapa CC Plaza Mayor 2 locations in Plaza Mayor Rohmoser
Getting around
City Centre
San Jose (San Jose)6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ)16 min  ·  6.3 mi
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)29 min  ·  11.9 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 11:00-12:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Balmoral San Jose Cr, Historic District provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2009
Number of floors:
7
Number of rooms:
71
Former name
BALMORAL HOTEL

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