SOCIALTEL SAN JOSE | Airport hotel in San Jose (San Jose) | From 13$/Night

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Ave. 9, Calles 13 Y 15, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica

Socialtel San Jose, a 3-star hotel near airport, is located 6 miles from Tobías Bolaños International Airport and offers paid airport shuttle services. The property is situated 0.5 miles from Atlantico and 0.5 miles from Central Park, providing easy access to the city center. Guests can explore nearby attractions such as the National Center of Art and Culture, located 0.4 mi away.

Comfortable Accommodations

Rooms at Socialtel San Jose feature a seating area with a TV, a desk, and a private bathroom. Some units include a refrigerator and microwave, while others offer air conditioning and multiple beds. The family room accommodates up to three guests.

Diverse Dining Options

The on-site restaurant serves international cuisine with options for vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free diets. Guests can enjoy meals in a relaxed setting with diverse meal types available. The bar/lounge provides additional dining and socializing opportunities.

Entertainment & Nature

Leisure activities include rooftop terrace views, a garden, and access to Morazan Park and Central Park. The Cinema Room offers movie screenings, while the Playground and Pub Crawl add entertainment options. Nearby attractions include Braulio Carrillo National Park and Parque Espana.

Business & Convenience

Business travelers can utilize the CoWork space, business center, and complimentary wireless Internet access. The property also features luggage storage and laundry facilities for convenience. Safety measures include a fire extinguisher and security system.

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Small Room

Max:

2 persons

130 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Standard Room

Max:

2 persons

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Standard Twin Room

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2 persons

165 sq. feet

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2 Single beds

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

San Jose (San Jose)3300 ft

Airports

Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 6.3 mi

Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 11.8 mi

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Sundry/Convenience shop

Guest Parking

Refrigerator
Microwave

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Paid city shuttle
Room service
Bicycle hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Paid breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Television in lobby
Library

Room features

Sitting area
Terrace

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Refrigerator
Microwave

Location info

Ave. 9, Calles 13 Y 15, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica

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Ave. 9, Calles 13 Y 15, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica

City landmarks

Museum

National Museum of Costa Rica

2800 ft

Museum

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

2400 ft

Theatre

National Theatre of Costa Rica

2500 ft

Market

San Jose Central Market

4000 ft

Square

Plaza de La Cultura

2200 ft

Calle Central Alfredo Volio

Central Park

3400 ft

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose

3400 ft

Santa Teresa

4200 ft

Park

Parque Nacional

3700 ft

Calle 4

Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture

3400 ft

Church

Church of Our Lady of La Soledad

4200 ft

Store

Chinatown, San Jose

3600 ft

Avenida Central

Pedestrian Mall

3000 ft

Cruz de Alajuelita

3000 ft

Museum

Kid's museum

3400 ft

Park

Parque Espana

4900 ft

Nearby

Museum

Jade Museum

1800 ft

Zoo

Simon Bolivar Zoo

1600 ft

Event hall

Templo de la Musica

700 ft

Avenidas 3 y 5

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

1200 ft

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

1500 ft

Gallery

Galeria Namu

500 ft

Avenida 11 Calle 25

Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia

900 ft

Square

Plaza de la Libertad Electoral

1200 ft

Square

Plaza de las Artes

1000 ft

Avenida Segunda

Mercado Nacional de Artesanias

1800 ft

Avenue 9 & Calle 4

Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura

1300 ft

Park

Gral Francisco Morazan

3700 ft

Square

Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez

1900 ft

Church

Metropolitan Church

1900 ft

Restaurants

Cafe Rojo

1400 ft

Avenida 7 Con Calle 3 De la Alianza Francesa

Pops

2400 ft

San jose

Restaurante Criollita Amon

1200 ft

Barrio Amon frente al Invu

De Aca

1300 ft

Calle 3A entre Avenida 9 y 11

Bar Rest. Malibu

1600 ft

724 Calle 3 Calle 3

La Esquinita de JM

500 ft

Barrio Ottoya

Pollo Campero

1600 ft

San Jose Avenida Central frente a la Plaza de la Cultura

La Oliva Verde

1900 ft

Barrio de San Francisco

Bo FastGood_RealFood

2300 ft

Avenida Segunda 2 150mt East from Teatro Nacional

Coffee Beans

2300 ft

Calle Blancos Plaza San Gabriel

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

82%

enjoyed their visit and would return

Convenient Location

Clean Rooms

Limited Dining Options

Room for Service Improvement

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

7.9

Location

8.7

Service

6.9

Dining

7.0

James

United States, April 2024

7.6/10

I stayed at the hotel which had a convenient location in downtown San Jose. The service was friendly, but they could improve on their customer service. The room with ensuite bath was clean and comfortable.

Rooms

9.0

The room with ensuite bath was clean and comfortable.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly, but they could improve on their customer service.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located in downtown San Jose.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited.

Facilities

Alan

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is in a convenient location in the city center, close to everything. The rooms are comfortable, and the service is friendly. However, there could be improvements in customer service. The hotel offers a good value for the price.

Rooms

8.0

My room was comfortable and clean, providing everything I needed for a pleasant stay.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and tried their best to help me communicate with the manager during my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in the city center, which made it easy for me to access all the attractions and amenities. Very convenient!

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the home-made jams served during breakfast, adding a nice touch to the dining experience.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers some convenient commercial services and tours/ticket assistance.

Andy

United Kingdom, December 2023

6.6/10

The hotel is in a convenient location near healthy cafes. The rooms are comfortable, but lacking in shared bathrooms in the hall. The staff tries to communicate well, yet can improve customer service. The dining options are limited to sushi only. The price is reasonable for the value provided.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are comfortable, but lacking shared bathrooms in the hall.

Service

7.0

The staff is friendly and tries to communicate well but can improve customer service.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a convenient location near healthy cafes.

Dining

5.0

Dining options are limited to sushi only.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities provided at the hotel.

John

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is in a convenient location close to everything, with a great shower in the ensuite bathroom. The staff was very friendly and made efforts to communicate effectively. The dining experience offered a pancake platter, and the facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were as depicted in the website photos, with a comfy double bed and ensuite bath featuring a great shower.

Service

7.0

The customer service, although needing improvement, was friendly and made sure to convey messages between me and the manager.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a safe area close to the harbor and Selina's restaurant, providing easy access to various amenities.

Dining

9.0

I enjoyed the dining experience with a few drinks and a delicious pancake platter.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered shops/commercial services and tours/ticket assistance, ensuring a convenient stay.

Chad

United States, October 2023

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. However, there were limited dining options and improvements could be made to the customer service. The location was convenient, and the facilities were well-maintained.

Rooms

8.0

The room I stayed in was clean and cozy, providing a comfortable experience.

Service

7.0

While the customer service could be improved, the staff was friendly and attempted to address any concerns I had during my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated in a safe and lovely area, just a short distance from the Citycenter. It was convenient and close to various attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were satisfactory, with a decent selection of dishes available. However, more variety could enhance the overall dining experience.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provided adequate facilities that were well-maintained and contributed to a comfortable stay.

Convenient Location

Limited Dining Options

Darren

United States, August 2023

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly. However, the dining options were limited. The location is convenient for accessing various amenities. The overall value for money is reasonable.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, just like in the photos showed on the website and offered a shared bathroom.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and tried to facilitate communication between me and the manager.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a nice neighborhood with easy access to shops and commercial services.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience offered traditional meals.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides laundry services and tours/ticket assistance.

Leslie

United Kingdom, June 2023

6.6/10

The hotel is in a convenient location by public buses and offers a shared bathroom with a double bed. The staff's communication could be improved for a better customer service experience. The price is decent.

Rooms

7.0

I stayed in a room with a shared bathroom with a double bed. It was clean and suitable for a short stay.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly, but there could be better communication between them and the manager.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located by public buses for easy transportation.

Dining

5.0

Facilities

5.0

Basic facilities available, but nothing exceptional.

Robert

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.6/10

The hotel is in a convenient location, close to the city center, and in a safe area. The rooms are comfortable, with shared bathrooms available like the ones shown in the website photos. The customer service, although friendly, could improve communication with the manager. The dining experience offers regional jams, and the hotel is in a lovely workout area. However, there is a paid shuttle service for which the price should be considered.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are comfortable, and the shared bathrooms match the ones in the website photos.

Service

7.0

The customer service is friendly, though there's room for improvement in communication with the manager.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located in the city center within a short walking distance, and the area is safe.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience includes regional jams, which is a nice touch.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offers paid shuttle services that add to the options available.

Convenient location

Communication improvement

Dave

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The room with a double bed and bathroom was comfortable, and the shower was great. The service was friendly, but there is room for improvement. The location was safe and convenient for exploring the city. The dining experience with marinated fish was enjoyable. The facilities met my needs during my stay.

Rooms

8.0

The room with a double bed and bathroom was comfortable with a great shower.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly, but there is room for improvement.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a safe area, making it convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed the dining experience with marinated fish.