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Hotel overview and key features

Calle 19 Entre Avenidas 11 Y 13, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica

Hotel Aranjuez, a 3-star eco-friendly bed and breakfast, is 9.5 miles from Tobías Bolaños International Airport, with paid shuttle services available. This urban oasis surrounded by tropical gardens lies 0.5 miles from cultural landmarks like the National and Jade Museum. The property consists of five wooden houses built in the 1930s, retaining their original architecture.

Simple, Affordable Rooms

The 35 slightly unique rooms feature simple furnishings, with some sharing bathrooms, making this one of the lowest-priced options in the city. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, safe box, and Wi-Fi, with private bathrooms equipped with either a tub/shower combo or walk-in shower. Rooms with small bathrooms or no windows maintain the same basic amenities.

Local & Sustainable Dining

Breakfast includes made-to-order local dishes like gallo pinto, queso frito, and fresco de maracuyá, using sustainable, local products. The hotel's chef and baker prioritize buying local ingredients when possible. Guests can also enjoy self-serve flavored water and coffee in the peaceful garden area.

Gardens & Local Attractions

The property features a peaceful garden with hanging chairs and proximity to attractions like the National Theatre and Plaza de La Cultura. An organic market at the Polideportivo Aranjuez offers additional leisure options. The 24-hour front desk assists with local suggestions and airport transfers.

Convenient Guest Services

Hotel Aranjuez provides free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and laundry facilities, along with limited free parking. The tour desk assists with exploring nearby cultural landmarks. The property maintains an authentic, historic charm while offering modern conveniences.

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165 sq. feet 
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165 sq. feet 
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220 sq. feet 
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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre
San Jose (San Jose)3000 ft
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 6.7 mi
Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 12.2 mi

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Dryer

Services

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

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Terrace
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Dryer

Media

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

Calle 19 Entre Avenidas 11 Y 13, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica
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Calle 19 Entre Avenidas 11 Y 13, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica
Nearby
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Parque Nacional
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Square
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Savegre River
1200 ft
Event hall
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Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions
82%
enjoyed their visit and would return
Clean
Friendly Staff
Noisy Mornings
Mixed Breakfast Quality
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
6.8
Location
8.5
Service
7.8
Dining
7.8
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 7 reviews
4.5/5 based on 1276 reviews
8.5
8.5/10 based on 1156 reviews
#13 of 97 hotels in San Jose based on Tripadvisor
Mark
United States, December  2023
8.2/10

Staying at this hotel was a mix of comfort and charm, with clean and cozy rooms, but some noise distraction from neighboring guests. The staff was approachable and willing to go out of their way to assist. The location was outstanding, close to trendy neighborhoods and attractions, with a few minor inconveniences like noise and limited parking.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms, despite being small, were comfortable and clean, exuding charm and character.
Service
7.0
The staff, with great English skills, was friendly and accommodating, willing to assist guests with directions and inquiries.
Location
9.0
The hotel's incredible location near trendy neighborhoods offered plenty of dining options, but noise from neighboring families and limited parking were minor drawbacks.
Dining
9.0
The hotel's dining experience was fantastic, with plenty of options in a lovely courtyard setting.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel boasts a beautiful courtyard setting for dining and relaxing, enhancing the overall guest experience.
Alan
United States, December  2023
8.0/10

The hotel is a charming converted collection of Costa Rican houses, offering clean, quiet, and comfy rooms. While facing the garden area led to early morning noise from French children, the overall stay was pleasant.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean, quiet, and comfy, converted from several interjoined Costa Rican houses.
Service
8.0
The staff were very lovely and helpful, though the cooked breakfast left much to be desired.
Location
9.0
The location worked out well, within walking distance of downtown attractions and eateries, making me feel like I was in the middle of the jungle.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience exceeded expectations with a variety of fruits and breads, though there were some timing issues with breakfast service.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered a range of services, from room service to car hire, making the stay convenient.
Clean
Noisy Mornings
Harry
United Kingdom, October  2023
7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms, although comfortable, weren't as nice as some others we considered, but they were still decent for the price. The service was incredibly helpful and kind, going above and beyond to assist guests. The location was like an oasis in the middle of the city, with tropical forest surroundings. The dining options had some limitations, especially for those with dietary restrictions. Overall, a good value for money stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
7.0
The room backed onto a small garden and was comfortable but not as luxurious as some we had seen.
Service
9.0
The staff was really helpful and kind, and they were always there to assist, even during late hours. They truly made the stay memorable.
Location
8.0
The hotel is situated in a quiet residential suburb close to downtown but feels like a hidden treasure of peace and beauty.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had some limitations, especially for those with dietary restrictions, but the food was still enjoyable and the setting amidst nature was lovely.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay, nothing extraordinary but served their purpose well.
Jeff
United States, July  2023
6.8/10

The hotel offers a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms are very basic and somewhat tired, not quite matching the website images. However, the location is excellent for a peaceful stay within walking distance of downtown. Service is generally helpful but had some shortcomings. The dining options were good overall but limited for guests with dietary restrictions.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms looked nothing like the pictures on the website, kind of tired. We were woken up early due to noise from other guests. The second room was a bit nicer.
Service
7.0
The service is extremely open to any request and staff recommended a good French restaurant nearby. However, basic requests like an airport taxi were not fulfilled.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is great, in a quiet and safe area within walking distance to museums, banks, and restaurants. Although lacking privacy at the door, it's very central for exploring.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, with ample and tasty offerings, but limited choices for those with dietary restrictions.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, with helpful services such as room service and car hire available.
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