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Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Sabana Park

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Living area
Reception
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Dining
Hotel Cultura Plaza in Carmen's heart offers a comfortable base with free in-room WiFi, an elevator, and 24/7 front desk service. The helpful staff assists with tour arrangements, making it easy to explore nearby Sabana Park and uncover authentic local experiences.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Studio Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in San José, Hotel Cultura Plaza is in the city center. Shoppers can check out Multiplaza Mall Escazu, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sabana Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica, or consider a night out at Parque Viva. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
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Avenida Central, Calle 5, 25 Mt de la Plaza de la Cultura, San José, San Jose, 10104

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Morazan Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 9 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Alma de Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cultura5 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Vasconia - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel near Sabana Park
Close to National Stadium of Costa Rica, Hotel Cultura Plaza has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and phones

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel
Hotel Cultura Plaza San José
Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Cultura Plaza pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Cultura Plaza located?

Located in Catedral, this hotel is steps from Plaza de la Cultura, Pre-Colombian Gold Museum, and Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge. National Theater and Casino Fiesta are just steps away. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 9 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 12 minutes.

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Hotel Cultura Plaza Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 424 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 424 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 424 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 424 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 424 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had good stay at this hotel , I do recommend you if you want to be nearby museum's and restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well kept, safe and convenient to museums and local shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very central location, very clean, the staff is overly friendly, typical of Costa Ricans, and the food is super delicious. It's also accessible by public transport in seconds, close to shops and restaurants. I definitely think it will be my favorite place when I return to San Jose.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry G

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
buen lugar
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good people!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is conveniently located, close to restaurants, supermarkets and stores. Transportation is easy, also. The rooms are a bit on the smaller side but adequate for the price. Breakfast is delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación para salir a caminar y comprar, conocer, comer, super céntrico en menos de 3 a 5 minutos caminando y super seguro.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaudhry

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location clean rooms good breakfeast friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El hotel está muy bien situado, la atención del personal es excelente y el desayuno muy bueno.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very walkable to museums, shopping, dining. Free breakfast was great with plenty of options. Room was spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

lissy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Returned

Happy..
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beautiful beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Belen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service, walking distance to downtown, restaurants and museums. Breakfast was included as well which was a bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 day va ca..

My go to place when I am in San Jose, CR.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here. Small room but served us well
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen hotel. Excelente ubicacion.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great comfort and location

Great hotel in a perfect location close to fun shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pura Vida

Great stay in the middle of the plaza. Very walkable. Rooms were clean and mondern. Breakfast was awesome. Take advantage every morning. Great choices. Front desk personnel were pleasant and helpful. No complaints from me.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has great location. It is very convenient for travelers who don't speaks the Spanish. Restaurant and stores are very close by. Front desk are very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short va-ca..

I enjoy staying at Cultura Plaza because of the location, friendly staff and nice breakfast. The rooms are nice but a bit small. I will return..
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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