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About the Hotel

2Nd Avenue Between Streets 1 & 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000
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Situated just near the historic theater "National Theatre of Costa Rica", the quality 4-star Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton San Jose features massage therapy and a shared lounge. The heritage hotel is centrally located in the very heart of San Jose, just a few steps from the known Plaza de La Cultura.

Location

The González Viquez is only 1.2 km from this San Jose hotel, while the large La Sabana Metropolitan Park is approximately a 10-minute drive from this place. From the smoke-free Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton it will take just 14 minutes to walk to the tropical park "Parque Nacional".

Shops and a market are just steps from the accommodation.

You can catch the bus at to Volcan Irazu bus stop, in close proximity to the hotel.

Rooms

The Gran San Jose features 77 rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a minibar and coffee/tea making equipment. Air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Some units boast beautiful views of the city.

Eat & Drink

At the piano bar, you'll get a chance to discover complimentary drinks and fresh cocktails. It also welcomes guests with a piano and a TV. The restaurant Denny's Irazu is located a mere 600 metres from the Gran.

Leisure & Business

The property features live performances and a casino. There is a gym facility on site.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Room
2 persons
32 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superior King Room
2 persons
35 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
King Room Internal View
2 persons
26 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
King Room Mobility or Hearing Accessible Roll Shower
2 persons
30 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
  • Curtains
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Location

2Nd Avenue Between Streets 1 & 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000
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2Nd Avenue Between Streets 1 & 3, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 527-1000
Nearby
Museum
Pre-Columbian Gold Museum
30 m
Museum
Jade Museum
470 m
Theatre
National Theatre of Costa Rica
90 m
Market
San Jose Central Market
560 m
Square
Plaza de La Cultura
80 m
Calle Central Alfredo Volio
Central Park
290 m
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose
290 m
Church
Church of Our Lady of La Soledad
530 m
Event hall
Templo de la Musica
340 m
Square
Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez
40 m
Square
Plaza de las Artes
330 m
Gallery
Galeria Namu
410 m
Avenida Segunda
Mercado Nacional de Artesanias
560 m
Cruz de Alajuelita
380 m
Avenida Central
Pedestrian Mall
380 m
Iglesia de Ladrillo
380 m
Church
Metropolitan Church
220 m
Avenue 9 & Calle 4
Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura
510 m
Avenida 11 Calle 25
Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia
590 m
Restaurants
Tenedor Argentino
100 m
Costado sur del Teatro Nacional
Cultura5
10 m
2nd Avenue Between Streets 1 Y 3 Piso 5 del Gran Hotel Costa Rica
Restaurante El Patio del Balmoral
290 m
Central Avenue
Alma de Cafe
90 m
2nd Ave and 5th Street Districto Catedral
Cafe La Mancha
170 m
Steinvorth buildling
Spoon
160 m
Del Palacio de la Ceramica 100 oeste 25 sur.
Delfines con Amor
140 m
Av 24 & calle 15
Manos En La Masa
240 m
Calle 25
San Jose Bistro
200 m
150m Norte de Plaza Cultura Frente Salsa 54 Multicentro San Jose Local 8
Tin Jo
670 m
Calle 11 btwn Avs 6 & 8
Getting around
City Centre
San Jose (San Jose)4 min  ·  300 m
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ)15 min  ·  9.8 km
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)29 min  ·  18.7 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 12:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 31.64 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2007
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
77

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