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Barceló San José

4.0 star property
Wake up refreshed after enjoying your favorite activities like tennis or racquetball then indulge in a delicious meal at any one of three restaurants.

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Escape to Barceló San José, an upscale hotel in Uruca near National Stadium of Costa Rica. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa treatment, enjoy a meal at one of the 3 on-site restaurants, or take advantage of shopping and activities like racquetball/squash. Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or unwind with coffee from the shop/cafe. Free airport pick-up and WiFi ensure convenience while top-rated amenities like breakfast and helpful staff delight guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room (Superior Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Single Use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Master)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite (Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Single Room (Premium Level)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Executive Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(132 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Uruca, a neighborhood in San José, Barceló San José is in the suburbs. Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Multiplaza Mall Escazu are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sabana Park and Morazan Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica. Visit our San José travel guide
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Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150

What's nearby

  • Estadio National and La Sabana Park. San José Costa Rica
    Sabana Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Beautiful aerial view os the city of San Jose Costa Rica, and its main park The Sabana
    National Stadium of Costa Rica
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Estadio Nacional
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art
    4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • La Salle Natural Science Museum
    4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Jacks Station
    4 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Denny's
    2 min drive
  • El Bosque Bar
    1 min walk
  • Ánfora
    1 min walk
  • Miyako
    1 min walk
  • Subway
    2 min drive

About this property

Barceló San José

Upscale hotel near Morazan Park
Located close to National Stadium of Costa Rica and Sabana Park, Barceló San José provides free airport pick-up, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a body scrub, or a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like racquetball/squash. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 254 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self 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
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests must contact this property at least 36 hours prior to arrival to arrange airport shuttle pickup.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 smoke detector, 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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Barcelo Palacio Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Barceló San José have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is Barceló San José pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barceló San José?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Barceló San José?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Barceló San José provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request.

Where is Barceló San José located?

Located in Uruca, this spa hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Morazan Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. National Museum of Costa Rica and Multiplaza Mall Escazu are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Barceló San José Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1252 out of 1866 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1866 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1866 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1866 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1866 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, great amenities, cleanliness, the staff were kind and courteous, helpful. Restaurants in the hotel were good. Overall great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice place and a great value. Clean, friendly helpful staff, good food, nice pool, lovely grounds. Would stay there again and recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Domenica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff , clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, clean room, and good value for cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and courteous staff, good restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MIINGCHU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the experience, food was great, and friendly people
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They keep everything neat and clean the breakfast was always good the snack &wine room was really nice we loked tje quiet atmasphere even by the pool staff very corteous
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Hotel and service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Beautiful hotel, grounds, pool area and more. Staff were attentive and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and professional staff. It was an incredibly easy drive to the airport due to its location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Siva

Liked: Cleanliness
Great breakfast variety
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful, very clean, friendly staff, suite was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was very helpful, the rooms were clean and well equipped, the restaurants and buffet very good.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sridharan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'd definitely recommend this hotel. The breakfast buffet has lots of options and really a good value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy parking Breakfast amazing A little wait for check in but understandable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, quick check with welcoming and friendly staff after a long flights. The room was spotless. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Timothy Owens

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire facility was superb. The staff were extremely friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Leland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms professional staff.the best area of the hotel is botanical garden Professional y maintained to perfection
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Garden
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Barcelo was a great stay. My wife and I have stayed there a few times over the years. The location is good if you want to stay close to the San Jose but not in it. The cleanliness is very good and the service is great. As far as price goes, it’s inexpensive. We highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was given a complimentary pass to the premium lounge which was a nice perk. Room was clean and staff we interacted with were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

LIUQING

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is good！ Spacy room, delicious breakfast and snack bar, clean, safe place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayoub

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay. Buffet was ok, close enough to San Jose, very clean, will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
rooms were clean, breakfast was good!! I was impressed with the various options since it was free. The customer service was impeccable. Thank you for an incredible stay. Will definitely be back
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel, great room, nice staff. 100% recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most wonderful bed. The windows opened wide. Great staff, super clean, nice shower. Will stay again if we have the opportunity. It was worth a stay of more than one night!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025