DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

4.0 star property

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush vegetation and lounge chairs.
Cozy seating area with wicker chairs, sofa, and small table, surrounded by bamboo panels and a patterned rug.
Relax in a spacious room with a high ceiling, featuring a colorful mural and lush greenery.
Stunning corridor with a high ceiling, wooden benches, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a high ceiling, comfortable seating, and a reception desk.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

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Autopista Grl. Canas, Cruce San Antonio, San Antonio Belen Intersection, La Asunción
  • Plaza Real Cariari
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Costa Rica Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

2 Bedroom Pres. Suite, Jetted tub and Sauna, Business Lounge Access

  • 1561 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 408 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Bedrooms Master Suite, Business Lounge Access

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 990 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Business Lounge Access

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, Business Lounge Access

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 408 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(68 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Room with Balcony, Business Lounge Access

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 408 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

4-star hotel in Ciudad Cariari
A full-service spa, a casino, and an outdoor pool are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge.
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica offers 222 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and DVD players. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This La Asunción hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour 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, Mioderma. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
In addition to a full-service spa, DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The hotel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and 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.

Business amenities at this 4-star property consist of a 24-hour business center, 9 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event facilities measuring 14000 square feet (1301 square meters) include conference space. This family-friendly hotel also offers a casino, a children's pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary to guests (available on request). Onsite self parking is complimentary.

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica has designated areas for smoking.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6 AM and 10 AM.
Las Tejas - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi; wired internet (USD 9.95)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to 1:00 AM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Las Tejas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • 4 gaming tables
  • 7 slot machines
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Casino (3,767 square feet of space)
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf driving range
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • 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

  • 14,000 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1973
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 28.25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 16.95 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 16.95 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 22 per person
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 9.95 (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 28.25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 16.95 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 16.95 per night

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
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
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

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

DoubleTree Hilton Cariari Jose
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari San Jose Costa Rica
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica La Asunción
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari San Jose Costa Rica
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica La Asunción

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 659 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ALBERTO

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The staff was very aloof in general. The workers at the front of the property did not greet me when I walked in. They looked at me when I drove up then continued to talk amongst themselves. The check in person also seemed uninterested in me when I asked her any questions. It took me 20 minutes to get a beer at the pool bar with one person in front of me who had ordered a beer also. The property itself was very nice. Room was nice, pool was nice. I can['t say anything bad about the site. There was ample restaurants across the street which gave us many options for food. My only disappoint was the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with gym pool and casino
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we've stayed at this hotel, we decided to give it the benefit of the doubt based upon our first experience since we liked the pool. Once again, we were put in a room that smelled mouldy, and my wife woke up with a sore throat. The food at the restaurant was once again horrible... they didn't even have bacon for the breakfast buffet, and at dinner I was the worst tuna steak I've ever had! My wife reminded.me.that the dinner was bad the last time we were here as well. No one came to check on our food, and when I explained my concern at checkout, the person at the desk was not empowered to remove the charge for the me. He took my email and assured me I would hear from someone, but the same thing happened last time, and I never heard from anyone. We travel to Costa Rica often, this will likely be the last time we stay at this hotel unless.they make some effort to make things right.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful. The bed was very comfortable and we loved the pool. Both the night we checked in and the next morning there was no hot water in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place nearby airport and offered accessible transportation to and from the airport. The staff at the entrance were friendly and greeted us warmly. The waiter Carlos at the hotel restaurant was also polite and kind in telling us about areas to visit and the different food options available.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

Horrible place to book

My flight was canceled from Ft. Lauderdale to San Jose on 04/08/25, disrupting my entire trip to Costa Rica. I phoned the hotel on the 15th to cancel a reservation for the 21st (a week in advance) and was told NO REFUNDS. The flight cancelation was totally not my fault and beyond my control but they opted to keep my money. Greed and lack of any empathy. Stay away from this place!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erez

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent excellent service
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nahida

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Leza

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Convenient location for a late arrival in San Jose. Food was mediocre. Very clearly a jumping off point for travelers, not a destination.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHAD

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

5 Stars

Beautiful property! Close to the airport, but feels like a jungle resort.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela, Memphis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was amazing. Our rooms were big and airy. The bar and morning buffet was excellent. Staff was very friendly. We loved all the restaurants in such a walkable location!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sabine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This property is an old style hotel with open air corridors with lots of beautiful vegetation. The rooms are very clean, however, the furnishings are very dated. The rooms could definitely use a refresher.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They charge me more than $400 by mistake and now I will need yo wait 15 days to fix the issue and balance my credit card and also the food is very expensive and not a good taste.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tuan Anh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great place to stay. Only complaint is that walls are very thin. I was able to hear the people in the next room very clearly. I would stay again and do recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! The breakfast was excellent, but $25pp seemed excessive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Meredith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely terrible stay. Moldy, mildewy, dirty, smelly, disgusting room on lower floor.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Thea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The pool is closed and being redone. Wish we’d known as we would have stayed elsewhere. The shower was old. Otherwise the place was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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