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Balmoral Hotel

7 And 9 Central Ave, SAN JOSE, 1000, Costa Rica
Balmoral Hotel
Real Traveler Rating: 3.9 out of 5 based on 103 reviews from 4 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 3.9 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
Value: Rating of 3.9 out of 5
Room: Rating of 3.7 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Highly Recommended
Based on 103 reviews
from 4 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 3.9 out of 5

    "The city was dirty and i wouldn't recommend taking children here but the hotel was a great spot in the city." source Orbitz

    "Overall, if you understand what to expect in downtown San Jose, this hotel is a great option at a great price." source Hotels.com

    "\n\nI don't believe I would stay there again, only because hot water was advertised (agua caliente) and they did not deliver." source Travelocity

    "excellent hotel,location,service,staff,front disk (Adrianna is the best),resturant,price." source Expedia

    "This is a great hotel in a perfect location in downtown San Jose." source Orbitz

  • Clean: Rating of 3.9 out of 5

    "The room was neat and tidy." source Hotels.com

    "you will feel very safe here ,hotel very clean." source Travelocity

    "The room was clean, never had a problem with not having hot water, and the a/c worked just fine." source Expedia

  • Service: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "While it is true that they are still in the middle of a rather extensive construction effort, my stay was very comfortable and the service was impeccable." source Hotels.com

    "This hotel was convenient and had a friendly staff." source Travelocity

    "This hotel was well located, comfortable, with an excellent breakfast buffet, and fine service." source Expedia

    "The reason I like this hotel is the service, and its location." source Expedia

  • Location: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "Not sure about walking around the neighborhood as a tourist when we were there because we only stayed for one night." source Hotels.com

    "The location is close to the museums and the cultural center but you will have to deal with lots of pedestrians and cars. The museums are really the only child-friendly activities in the area." source Travelocity

    "Balmoral Hotel in San Jose is in reasonably good condition and located in an excellent location for walking in the city." source Expedia

    "It is located in a bad part of town and did not feel comfortable walking to/from the hotel at night." source Hotels.com

    "The best thing is the location of this hotel. It is located on a pedestrian walkway and is a great and safe place to wander around." source Travelocity

  • Value: Rating of 3.9 out of 5

    "it was ok, with good value for money." source Travelocity

    "Good hotel for the price." source Expedia

  • Room: Rating of 3.7 out of 5

    "When we heard comments about musty rooms, we were worried that it might be a problem when we arrived at the hotel." source Orbitz

    "Now for the rooms. It would be a typical low end hotel room in the states." source Travelocity

    "My only negect issue was hotel policy of $20 for room quest." source Expedia

More information on Balmoral Hotel

Located in the heart of downtown San Jose and only 30 minutes from the International Airport. It offers 112 comfortable and spacious rooms and suites with all the amenities needed for a pleasant stay.The Balmoral is within walking distance of the business and financial district, the best entertainment and shopping areas, the main historical and cultural landmarks such as The National Theater, Metropolitan Cathedral, Gold and Jade Museums, etc. Hotel Amenities: - Massage,- Treatment room(s),- Steam room,- Concierge services,- Complimentary breakfast,- Complimentary newspapers in lobby,- Fitness equipment,- Restaurant(s) in hotel,- Room service (limited hours),- Bar/lounge,- Parking (free),- Meeting rooms (small groups),- Banquet facilities,- Ballroom(s),- Business center,- Conference room(s),- Event catering,- Audio-visual equipment,- Cell phone/mobile rental,- Internet access in public areas - complimentary,- Porter/bellhop,- Express check-out,- Security guard,- Multilingual staff,- 24-hour front desk,- Express check- in,- Safe-deposit box (front desk),- Medical assistance available,- Dry cleaning service,- Laundry facilities,- Elevator/lift.

Check-in Time:

1400

Check-out Time:

1200

Total Rooms:

112 rooms.112

Total Floors:

7 floors.

Rooms:

Standard:Standard room features: one or two double beds, air conditioning, cable TV, wake-up calls, housekeeping daily, complimentary toiletries, electronic/magnetic keys, executive desk, smoking rooms, rollaway beds, cribs available, direct dial phone.

Directions

The Hotel Balmoral is located in the pedestrian zone of the Central Avenue in Downtown San Jose.From the Balmoral's strategic location in the Central Valley you can enjoy exciting one day tours to the most famous attractions of Costa Rica such as the Poas and Irazu volcanoes, The Orosi Valley,The Butterfly Farm, Rafting in the Reventazon River,Canopy in Sarapiqui, etc.

Area

San Jose, Costa Rica.

Attractions

Zoo Jade Museum National Museum National Theatre

Dining

El Patio del BalmoralIs located besides the main lobby of the hotel on the pedestrian boulevard of Central Avenue where you can enjoy a variety of delicious international and typical Costa Rican dishes. The Bar-Restaurant-Cafe El Patio del Balmoral is open from 6:00AM until 11:00PM, Monday to Sunday.

Information by Orbitz

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