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About the Hotel

2Nd Avenue Between Streets 1 & 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000
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Steps from the Metropolitan Cathedral
Great
8.4
/10
4.6
4.5
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Found in a business neighbourhood, the quality Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton San Jose welcomes guests right around the corner from the known Plaza de La Cultura and features a banquet hall and a ballroom, offering a myriad of usage options. Located merely 6 minutes' walk from Jade Archaeological Museum, this 4-star smoke-free hotel offers a lounge bar, massage therapy and a shared lounge.

Location

The heritage hotel places you a mere 1.3 km from the Old Customs House and not far from Iglesia Nuestra Senora de la Merced Church. The Gran San Jose provides easy access to the Central Park, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.

There are also a market and shops just a stroll from the property.

Situated right in the centre of San Jose, the hotel is 400 m from to Volcan Irazu bus stop.

Rooms

Some of the 77 well-equipped rooms as the Gran face the city and comprise a sitting area and a living area. Also, they feature carpeted flooring.

Eat & Drink

There is a bar with complimentary drinks and nibbles and fruit. It offers a variety of fresh cocktails and complimentary snacks. While staying at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Denny's Irazu, located just 0.6 km away, or Family Pizza at a 5-minute walking distance.

Leisure & Business

Enjoy live performances and a casino and other entertainment at this accommodation. Keeping fit at the hotel is convenient thanks to a fitness suite that offers fitness classes.

Must-do experiences

  • Start your day with a traditional Costa Rican breakfast at Café Miel.
  • Visit the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum for stunning cultural artifacts.
  • Explore the vibrant Mercado Central for local produce and souvenirs.
  • Stroll through Parque Nacional and enjoy its lush green spaces.
  • Don't miss the Teatro Nacional for an evening of classical performances.
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Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Two Double Beds
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Heating
King Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superior King Room
2 persons
380 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
King Room Internal View
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Facilities

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.7/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

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 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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Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton 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
Nearby
Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
100 ft
Museum
Jade Museum
1600 ft
Theatre
National Theatre of Costa Rica
300 ft
Market
San Jose Central Market
1900 ft
Square
Plaza de La Cultura
300 ft
Calle Central Alfredo Volio
Central Park
1000 ft
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose
1000 ft
Church
Church of Our Lady of La Soledad
1800 ft
Event hall
Templo de la Musica
1200 ft
Square
Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
200 ft
Square
Plaza de las Artes
1100 ft
Gallery
Galeria Namu
1400 ft
Avenida Segunda
Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
1900 ft
Cruz de Alajuelita
1300 ft
Avenida Central
Pedestrian Mall
1300 ft
Iglesia de Ladrillo
1300 ft
Church
Metropolitan Church
800 ft
Avenue 9 & Calle 4
Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura
1700 ft
Avenida 11 Calle 25
Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia
2000 ft
Restaurants
Tenedor Argentino
400 ft
Costado sur del Teatro Nacional
Cultura5
100 ft
2nd Avenue Between Streets 1 Y 3 Piso 5 del Gran Hotel Costa Rica
Restaurante El Patio del Balmoral
1000 ft
Central Avenue
Alma de Cafe
300 ft
2nd Ave and 5th Street Districto Catedral
Cafe La Mancha
600 ft
Steinvorth buildling
Spoon
600 ft
Del Palacio de la Ceramica 100 oeste 25 sur.
Delfines con Amor
500 ft
Av 24 & calle 15
Manos En La Masa
800 ft
Calle 25
San Jose Bistro
700 ft
150m Norte de Plaza Cultura Frente Salsa 54 Multicentro San Jose Local 8
Tin Jo
2200 ft
Calle 11 btwn Avs 6 & 8
Getting around
City Centre
San Jose (San Jose)4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ)15 min  ·  6.1 mi
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)29 min  ·  11.6 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 12:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 31.64 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2007
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
77

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 297 verified reviews
8.4/10
Great
86%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.3/10
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.1/10
Facilities
8.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.1/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Staff
8.8/10
Value for money
7.8/10
Guest reviews
based on 726 reviews
8.4/10
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