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Barceló San José

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Restaurant
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
$116
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28

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Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose, 458-1150
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room (Superior Level)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 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
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Master) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Master)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 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
(126 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Barceló San José

4-star hotel in Uruca
3 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and free airport pick-up are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite.
Barceló San José offers 254 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments.
In addition to a full-service spa, Barceló San José features outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 4-star property offers access to a business center and 17 meeting rooms. This business-friendly hotel also offers a children's pool, a fitness center, and a sauna. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is complimentary to guests (available 24 hours). Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Barceló San José is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning.
Barceló San José has 3 restaurants on site.
24-hour room service is available.

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 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; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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
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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Barceló San José Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1172 out of 1775 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1775 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1775 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1775 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 1775 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nirorkis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has a lot of amenities. There’s a bar, pool, souvenir shop, gym, and two restaurants. However, the front desk just checks you in and you have to figure your way around the hotel or ask. The property is well kept.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Just ok

Lobby and grounds were nice. Food was passable. Much further from the airport during rush hour than anticipated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Serene property and very comfortable stay. The staff are wonderful and made our time there exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Enrique

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

8/10 Good

Albert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, room was very noisy unable to sleep due to traffic noise
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranice

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ketia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, staff pleasant, the rooms are spacious, and enjoyed the variety of foods at the buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse Coleman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredible; the property was even better than the photos; breakfast was awesome; we really enjoyed our stay at Barceló.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

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

Could have been a nice stay, but...

The hotel was beautiful to look at inside and out. Our room was nice, but unfortunately had a room with a view of the parking lot. Considering all of the lush, green plants everywhere, this was a disappointment. We only stayed 1 night as this hotel will shuttle you to the airport, even very early hours. There was some confusion as my confirmation stated I needed to set this up 36 hrs in advance. When I did this through the confirmation email on the app, I was then told to email the hotel directly. Upon doing that, I received another email stating this is done at the desk upon check in. That whole process was extremely aggravating. Not to mention the shuttle runs every 2 hrs meaning we got to the airport extremely early. We arrrived late afternoon and looked forward to a swim and a drink by the pool....only to find out the pool closed at 5pm. Who does that??? We went to the lounge (we were given 2 free drinks at check in) and ordered our 2 free drinks and then never saw our waiter again. I'm guessing he assumed we were only there for the free drinks. We decided to sit and the bar so that we can get food and mores drinks. That bartender was extremely nice and made wonderful drinks. It took another 30+ minutes to get our club sandwiches and well...they were not that good. At least the bed and shower were nice!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Efrain

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg, Smithtown

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenya Latoi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Which they had more things to do around the hotel but overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caprice

Good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inés

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's nice and quiet. The vibe is super relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jedisan, kissimmee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first stop in Costa Rica, and it was phenomenal!!!! Great room, very safe! Excellent staff! Great food!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JHOVANA

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kanghyuk

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SAMUEL

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Good if you don't need customer service

The place is great, amazing view, but the customer service leaves a lot to be desired...The information on their documents say breakfast until 10:30am, but people at the restaurant say 10am, so if you were trusting the information provided in paper, too bad for you. Also they say 10, but they start picking up stuff at 9:30 so if you wanted coffee with sugar, not going to happen, or wanted napkins, it's a no too. Options at the buffet gets reduced at 9:30 too. And people at the reception can't be bother to answer questions for the guests right in front of them. Basically if you can stay without needing customer service or the angora restaurant it will be a great place to choose
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ramon j

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025