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San José

Barceló San José

Autopista General Canas 3km, San José, 458-1150

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Check-in
Nov 23, 2026
Check-out
Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodations

    Indulge in the comfort of air-conditioned rooms with scenic views, flat-screen TVs, and convenient amenities like a coffee-maker and mini bar.

  • Diverse Dining Options

    Satisfy your culinary cravings at our 3 distinct restaurants offering a variety of cuisines, complemented by a cozy bar for relaxing drinks.

  • Wellness and Recreation

    Unwind at the spa, stay active at the fitness center, or enjoy a game at the squash, tennis, or pickleball courts. Don't forget to book a soothing treatment in advance!

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement at Barceló San José. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Clean rooms

  • Friendly and helpful staff

  • Good location

At the hotel

Popular amenities

94 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Bar
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Pools & wellness

  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Beauty Services
  • Hair Salon Services
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Manicure
  • Massage services
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pedicure
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Spa/wellness center services
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness facilities
  • Garden
  • Golf course
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Personal trainer
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Tennis court
  • Tennis equipment
  • Yoga classes

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Tour desk
  • Tour/class on local culture

Services & essentials

  • Business center
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Happy hour
  • Live music/performance
  • Minimarket on site
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • Squash
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

3,602 reviews
10/ 10
Me encantó
Jaqueling Libeth · solo traveller · 2026-10-16

The guest experience

Loved most

  • Clean rooms
  • Friendly and helpful staff
  • Good location
  • Nice room quality

Worth knowing — Poor WiFi · Not all amenities available · Some negative service experiences · High restaurant prices

How guests scored the stay

  • Service9.3

    Many reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff, though there are noted incidents of poor service.

  • Location9.2

    Close to the airport and well-maintained property contribute positively.

  • Overall Experience9.2

    Despite some negatives, guests enjoyed their stays and appreciated the hospitality.

  • Room Quality8.8

    Rooms are described as nice and spacious, though some amenities are lacking.

  • Value for Money8.8

    Overall value is considered good, but some guests find certain services overpriced.

  • Cleanliness8.3

    Multiple reviews mention clean rooms, but issues such as an outdated shower head impact the score.

  • Amenities8.3

    Certain amenities weren't available during the stay, impacting the overall rating.

  • Food and Beverage8.3

    Restaurant prices are mentioned as too high, which affects the sentiment.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

50% of 10 recent stays rated 8+

  • Me encantó

    10/10

    Jaqueling Libeth · solo traveller · 2026-10-16

  • Heerlijk verblijf, vooral luxe

    8/10

    v · family with children · 2026-10-16

    “De kamer was groot en goed. Het ontbijt was ook heerlijk! We kregen een upgrade naar een suite.”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Joel · family with children · 2026-10-15

    “Excelente desayuno, escelente ubicación y tiene gran parqueo”

  • Good hotel, would recommend to anyone staying in San Jose

    9/10

    Ian · extended group · 2026-10-13

    “Breakfast - Good but could do with a bit for variety if staying for 5 days. Room - Excellent size, clean, everything you expect. Bed - Very comfortable”

  • Guest review

    3/10

    Greivin · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “Em Buffet de cena y desayuno.....”

  • Decepcionante

    5/10

    Miriam · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “Comodidad”

  • Pésima

    1/10

    Pilar · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “Sin más todo muy antiguo para ser un hotel de 5 estrellas”

  • Excelente trato en instalaciones antiguas

    7/10

    Moises · solo traveller · 2026-10-11

    “Atención de personal y desayuno.”

  • Muy buena excelente servicio

    9/10

    Claudia · solo traveller · 2026-10-11

    “Excelente hotel, atención relación calidad precio , desayuno , habitaciones.”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Elior · couple · 2026-09-17

    “Great breakfast”

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