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Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments

3.0 star property
Hotel connected to the convention center in San José with free breakfast

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Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Free self parking
Meeting facility
Meeting facility
Family Apartment | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters
Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments in San José offers a peaceful retreat with continental breakfast and dry cleaning. Enjoy the spa, 24-hour gym, and free WiFi. Guests love the attentive staff and convenient luggage storage.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Premium Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Portable fan
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Economy Room | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Apartment | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Family Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Uruca neighborhood, Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments is connected to a rail/subway station. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Multiplaza Mall Escazu, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Cariari Bowling Center. Check out an event or a game at National Stadium of Costa Rica, and consider making time for Amusement Park San Jose, a top attraction not to be missed. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ecotours, rock climbing, and mountain climbing nearby.
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La Uruca, Diagonal 25A, Ave. 31, San José, San Jose, 379 4005

What's nearby

  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sabana Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Jacks Station - 4 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ánfora - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Bosque Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Miyako - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments

Hotel near Sabana Park
Located close to National Stadium of Costa Rica and Museum of Costa Rican Art, Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a conference center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, 2 meeting rooms, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments boast perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, and down comforters
  • Rainfall showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (969 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (39 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
1 child, 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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments?

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

What time is check-out at Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments located?

Located in Uruca, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Sabana Park, National Stadium of Costa Rica, and Museum of Costa Rican Art. Amusement Park San Jose and Multiplaza Mall Escazu are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Plaza Real Suites & Apartments Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 219 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and good breakfast as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff definitely recommend to anyone who want to visit
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
For what we needed, it was sufficient. Lots of holes in the walls, not all of the lights worked, but the price was very good. The location was not far from the airport, but it looked like it was in a rough side of town. The staff was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, lovely breakfast, and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good - no coffee maker in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and well located if you need to visit Hospital Mexico. Comfortable beds, clean rooms and competitive prices.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at hotel plaza! The room was well kept and clean, and the breakfast dining was convenient and delicious. The staff was also very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joese

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

Good affordable place near airport

Good place for the price. Near freeways and airport. Good continental breakfast. Beds were ok but othe than that was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nolan

Great and relaxing place to unwind.

Excellent experience! Ive stayed all over Costa Rica and have found the service only just acceptable. However, Laura, at the front desk was very helpful and nice. The rooms were spacious and comfortable and the dtay includwd a decent breakfasy from staff with a smile on their faces! The only minor downside was the location, being a ways away from anyrhing worth visiting. I would stay here again without hesitation!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean with a smiling helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly for the price it definitely worth the money. Recommend definitely will Stay again. Front desk services was very good .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maikol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and extremely safe place, highly underrated hotel, so much nicer and safer that expected, definitely going to using every time while in San José Staff super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place for families

Good location if you have a car to drive, not walkable to anywhere. Excellent accommodations and cleanliness, breakfast is good. Service is good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nairys Lagos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are awesome every little detail is thought of. It is close to the highway so you can head to anywhere. Secured parking but it is also in a very quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lila

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

Hidden Gem

The staff was super friendly & accommodating. In a good location, 7 min walk to restaurants, grocery store & ATM. Breakfast was really good in the mornings & very much appreciated. This spot is a hidden gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Khalid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad bath no place to shower stuff and clothes very bad
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is extremely sterile and appears almost prison like. The front desk staff was fantastic and extremely friendly. Don’t judge a book by its cover.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good place to stay for the money, some areas need a little Maintenace and to be upgraded. For example i stay in a suite one of the TV’s was very obsolete a square box from the 90’s definitely wasn’t a flat screen TV, plus they should upgrade to smart TV’s as well. Overall for the money does worth it to stay nice secure location. The staff is very friendly definitely will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

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

One night stay to fly to Florida next morning.

There was no hot water in my room. Everything else was okay. I walked to the Hotel Irazu to meet a friend for a lite dinner and retired early.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plaza Real and Suites is not a corporate chain. It is unique because it is a large property but has the atmosphere of a B&B. It has large nicely furnished rooms which are verry comfortable. It is centrally located and close to an entrance of a main artery of the highway systems. You can quickly get to the airport or to the shopping or hospitals of Escazu and Santa Ana and downtown. I could see the national stadium from my window.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Mitch

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have towels or hot water. Also, there’s no airport shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ubaldo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Todo bien y
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Para ir a dormir excelente. Cumple para ser hotel de pasar la noche
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafiu

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel está bien, igual que en las fotos. Hay cosas que mejorar, el AC no sirve, la persona que nos recibió el sábado por la tarde atiende de mala gana, enojada. Eso da una mala imagen al hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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