Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton - San Jose (San Jose)

$$$$||View on mapSan Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica2Nd Avenue Between Streets 1 & 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000|
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Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton - San Jose (San Jose)
2Nd Avenue Between Streets 1 & 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.1
Staff8.8
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Couples50%
Families28%
Solo12%
Groups8%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.1
Staff8.8
Facilities8.6
Who stays here
Couples50%
Families28%
Solo12%
Groups8%

4-star historic hotel in central San Jose with a piano bar and executive lounge

Amenities

The Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton San Jose offers a piano bar with city views on its top floor, open for evening entertainment and live music performances. Select room categories grant exclusive access to an Executive Lounge with additional comforts. The hotel also provides a 24-hour business center, a well-equipped fitness center, and a tour desk for arranging local excursions.

Rooms

Guest rooms at this Hilton Curio San Jose property feature modern furnishings and large windows overlooking the city. The presidential suite, once occupied by John F. Kennedy, offers a two-room layout with a spacious bathroom. All rooms are soundproof, ensuring a quiet stay despite the central location.

Location

The hotel sits in the historic center of San Jose, within a 5-minute walk of the National Theatre and the Gold Museum. The Jade Museum and Plaza de la Cultura are also adjacent, making cultural exploration effortless. Guests can walk to the pedestrian Avenue Central for shopping and dining.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves a daily breakfast buffet with a made-to-order omelet station, alongside Costa Rican specialties. A coffee house on the premises offers fresh beverages and snacks throughout the day. The bar hosts a happy hour and live music, with a selection of wine and champagne.

Business & Services

The hotel provides meeting and banquet facilities for social or corporate events, with expert staff available for planning. Services include a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, and valet parking. Guests also have access to car hire, laundry, and dry cleaning for extended stays.

  • Location: Steps from National Theatre and Plaza de la Cultura
  • Rooms: Soundproof rooms with city views and presidential suite
  • Dining: Restaurant with live music and happy hour
  • Amenities: Executive Lounge, piano bar, fitness center
  • Unique Feature: Declared a historical and architectural monument
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 12:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Year renovated:2007
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:77
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Rooms and availability

King Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
King Room Mobility or hearing accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Corner King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

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

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • With view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Curtains
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Essential information about Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton

💵 Lowest room price 39 £
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 9.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Tobias Bolanos International, SYQ

Location

2Nd Avenue Between Streets 1 & 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000
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2Nd Avenue Between Streets 1 & 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000
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2Nd Avenue Between Streets 1 & 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
30 m
Museum
Jade Museum
470 m
Theatre
National Theatre of Costa Rica
90 m
Market
San Jose Central Market
560 m
Square
Plaza de La Cultura
80 m
Calle Central Alfredo Volio
Central Park
290 m
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose
290 m
Church
Church of Our Lady of La Soledad
530 m
Event hall
Templo de la Musica
340 m
Square
Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
40 m
Square
Plaza de las Artes
330 m
Gallery
Galeria Namu
410 m
Avenida Segunda
Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
560 m
Cruz de Alajuelita
380 m
Avenida Central
Pedestrian Mall
380 m
Iglesia de Ladrillo
380 m
Church
Metropolitan Church
220 m
Avenue 9 & Calle 4
Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura
510 m
Avenida 11 Calle 25
Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia
590 m
Restaurant
Tenedor Argentino
100 m
Restaurant
Cultura5
10 m
Restaurant
Restaurante El Patio del Balmoral
290 m
Restaurant
Alma de Cafe
90 m
Restaurant
Cafe La Mancha
170 m
Restaurant
Spoon
160 m
Restaurant
Delfines con Amor
140 m
Restaurant
Manos En La Masa
240 m
Restaurant
San Jose Bistro
200 m
Restaurant
Tin Jo
670 m

Reviews of Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton

8.4 /10
Great

FAQ about Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel?
During their stay at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel guests can visit Parque Espana (1.3 km), San Jose Central Market (0.6 km) as well as Barrio Mexico (1.8 km) among others.
What popular attractions are closest to Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton?
Guests of Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton can visit National Theatre of Costa Rica (about a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or Central Park placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Does this quality hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, this quality hotel provides parking spaces nearby.
Are there any dining facilities close to the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton?
Dining venues near the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton include restaurant Denny's Irazu which features American cuisine (extremely close to the property) as well as pizzeria Family Pizza serving Italian dishes (200 meters away).
Does the Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel?
Guests of the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What are the booking prices at the hotel?
The prices at the hotel start from $53.
What payment methods are accepted in the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton?
Payment methods in the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton include:
  • сash
  • Visa
  • American Express
  • Mastercard
What room types does the Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel comprise?
The Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel provides such room types as King Room, Junior Suite, and Superior Double Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel?
Specific suites at the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton hotel boast views of the city and feature Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a personal safe for security reasons.
Does the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton there are wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities available for guests with special needs.
Which facilities does the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton provide?
Top locations of the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton include a convenience store and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
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