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Hotel Grano de Oro

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with 2 hot tubs and a fitness center

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Daily full breakfast (USD 19 per person)
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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Exterior
Porch
Hotel Grano de Oro welcomes families with its inviting atmosphere. Unwind in the garden, enjoy a spa treatment, or dine at Restaurante Grano de Oro with garden views. Free WiFi is available, and the helpful staff ensures guests feel at home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 55 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Hospital, a neighborhood in San José, Hotel Grano de Oro is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at National Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park, while Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Make time for Spirogyra Butterfly Garden, or check out an event or a game at National Stadium of Costa Rica. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Calle 30 Avs 2 y 4, San José, San Jose

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Theater - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Cemetery Station - 11 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Bistrot de Paris - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Teriyaki - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Momo Café - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Grano de Oro

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Museum of Costa Rican Art
Located close to National Stadium of Costa Rica and National Theater, Hotel Grano de Oro provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs, and indulge in a detox wrap, a body scrub, or a hot stone massage. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurante Grano de Oro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and garden views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), airport pick-up service (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Meeting rooms, a porter/bellhop, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Grano de Oro

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Hot stone massages
  • Treatment room

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 (37 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 45

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Grano de Oro
Grano de Oro San Jose
Grano Hotel
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Hotel Grano de Oro San Jose
Hotel Oro
Oro Hotel
Hotel Grano De Oro San Jose Costa Rica
Hotel Grano Oro San Jose
Hotel Grano Oro
Grano Oro San Jose
Grano Oro
Hotel Grano de Oro Hotel
Hotel Grano de Oro San José
Hotel Grano de Oro Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Grano de Oro pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Grano de Oro provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Grano de Oro located?

This family-friendly hotel is located in the city center, within 1 mi (2 km) of Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Stadium of Costa Rica. National Theater and Jade Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). San Jose Cemetery Station is 11 minutes by foot and San Jose Contraloria Station is 14 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Grano de Oro Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 821 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great botique hotel in a beatifully restored mansion.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Cozy, quaint & great food!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was lovely and
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ximei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the VIP service. They upgraded our room for free and it was very nice. The staff was also very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful restored Spanish home. Excellent service and fantastic food. It is a botique hotel with a lot of character and charm an oasis in a busy city.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Grano de Oro is the most beautiful hotel we have ever stayed in! The space is so serene and dreamy and the staff is always amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, lovely food, really attentive and friendly service. Really enjoyed my time here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Bed and food was good
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed very much our staying. The staff went beyond to accommodate our needs. They ordered the taxi, dry our clothes after a rainy trip and mad ensure to get to the airport in time. The hotel has a really nice restaurant, and the food was excellent. Honestly, I would return to Costa Rica just to eat here. If you're looking for an experience and not just a hotel, this is the place .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accommodating, and the the place timeless..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a jewel of a hotel; staff were fantastic, the accommodations were superb, the dining and bar options excellent. If you are heading to San Jose, there is no better place to stay. Definitely one of those hotels that you hope to return to one day! Pura Vida!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuere

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful, friendly and professional. The hotel is beautiful, quiet and sophisticated. Loved all the flora! I would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! we loved the beauty and coziness of the restaurant, great staff ( especially Gabriel at the bar/restaurant) , amazing food and wine selection. Comfortable beds and quiet. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zeida L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruno Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the restaurant, rooftop terrace and room with private patio with fountain.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was 5 stars and the amenities are amazing. The restaurant experience was the icing on the cake
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful internal patio for breakfast or drinks/dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Breakfast in the courtyard was amazing! They were very accomodating as our flight was delayed and we were able to easily book late night transport from the airport at the last minute.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel

Great value and a nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elegant hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destine

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

Exceptional hotel in San Jose

We had a wonderful two night stay in this lovely hotel. Our room opened up to a tropical area and was very private. Service was exceptional and the restaurant served amazing food in an upscale setting. I would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Trues oasis in the city ! Staff were very attentioned, rooms were great and restaurant service was outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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