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Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

4.0 star property
Family-friendly San Francisco hotel connected to the convention center, a quick walk to Children's Museum

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Point of interest
Exterior
Coffee shop
Travelers find a welcoming atmosphere at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica. Acuarelas Restaurant offers international cuisine with scenic views. The property features a sauna, steam room, outdoor and children's pools surrounded by gardens. Enjoy the included breakfast and dry cleaning.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 96 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
TV
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
TV
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Safe)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Safe) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Safe)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in San Francisco, Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica is connected to the convention center. National Theater and Jade Museum are cultural highlights and Simon Bolivar Zoo is a popular area attraction. Children's Museum and Mercado Central are two other places to visit that come recommended. Practice your golf swing with lessons and a golf course nearby, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as ecotours and hiking/biking trails in the area.
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Calle Central y Tercera Av. 15, Calle Blancos, San Francisco, San Jose, 538-2120

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mercado Central - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • National Theater - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 3 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Sueños Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bar Jobo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Especias Restaurante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Comida Callejera XL - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KOR Rock Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Mercado Central
Located close to Children's Museum and Simon Bolivar Zoo, Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica provides free full breakfast, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Acuarelas Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and pool views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, extended parking, and express check-out
  • Concierge services, meeting rooms, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 210 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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 offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Acuarelas Restaurant
  • Bar Jobo
  • Cafe Tropical

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (1,033 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (45 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1993
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 22000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CRC 5500 (one-way), (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Radisson Jose-Costa
Radisson Jose-Costa Hotel
Radisson Jose-Costa Hotel San Rica
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
San Jose-Costa Rica Radisson
Park Inn By Radisson San Jose, Costa Rica
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica Hotel San Jose
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica Hotel
Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica San Jose

Frequently asked questions

Does Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?

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

Does Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 22000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica located?

This family-friendly San Francisco hotel is located in the historical district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Children's Museum, Mercado Central, and National Theater. Simon Bolivar Zoo and Jade Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Jose Atlantic Station is 23 minutes by foot and San Jose Fercori Station is 25 minutes.

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Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 616 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1054 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1054 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yemisrach

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is nice and clean and the staff is friendly and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Midzy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, spacious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, helpful, we had an amazing stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel,good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was great and the property was very quiet and family friendly.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the garden-like feel of the property, the clean and spacious rooms, extremely friendly ataff
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, clean, employees very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Horacio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Súper excelente , staff very profesional, the property very clean and the quality of food amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel, mucha amabilidad y hospitalidad. Muy tranquilo y buena comida en el restaurante.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy bonito el hotel el desayuno buenísimo es bufet ,el personal del restaurante muy amables no me gustó la habitación la limpieza muy buena
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good time here while staying in San Jose, CR. Rooms were clean and comfortable! Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean hotel, the staff is fun and easy to work with. Rooms are clean, food was good and the breakfast outside was the highlight :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, clean and beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertilia Griselda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay a night here and had a great time with their food, pool and nice clean environment!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, spacious room. Easy to get taxis around the city. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very engaging and willing to help Breakfast buffet staff very pleasant at very early hours when opening.. Very prompt with coffee and help
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay if you are looking for an affordable, slightly upscale option near Barrio Escalante. Really nice staff and the complementary breakfast was much more than I expected. The only negative is that the body wash, shampoo, and conditioner is a bit substandard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gym facilities were excellent and the morning breakfast was awesome! Staff was also very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great! staff is friendly. Breakfast is the best. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food safe and covinent m
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property Super friendly staff They’re doing renovations
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel esta bien ,limpio y seguro solo que otenia un holor a humedad ,pero con el aire acondicionado se pasaba un poco ,pero por los dias que estuve no estubo mal .viajera de corazon ,Pura Vida
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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