Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
2nd Avenue between streets 1 & 3, San José, Costa Rica – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 1103 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
We loved the people who worked there, greeted us and helped whenever we needed it. So friendly. Kind and knowledgeable . Breakfast was delicious. LOVED the lighted mirror in the bathroom.

Fantastic place to stay, especially for a solo female. This hotel is safe, clean, and comfortable.

Staff very friendly Facilities very nice and clean

It is very central to everything if visiting Adam Jose. it is very clean and the rooms are clean and comfortable.

clean, central Location, excellent daily breakfast buffet included , quiet room , wonderful staff

The hotel location is right in the middle of the city, giving easy walking access to some great barrios and museums. The staff was incredible! (They even somehow found us wandering in the street looking for the entrance.) everything felt somehow modern and historical at the same time. The included breakfast covered everything you could possibly want, and came with an amazing view over the city. The bellhop team was incredibly helpful from the welcome to the farewell.

Excellent hotel, an old classic (JFK stayed there!) that has been renovated and modernized beautifully. Very friendly and helpful staff, comfortable room and a terrific restaurant. We stopped there for a drink and stayed the entire evening. Breakfast (included for us) was spectaucular.

I love everything I this place! location is perfect.

Super clean, safe, great location, fantastic staff, amazing restaurant!

at the heart of San Jose. for a tourist this was a wonderful exposure to the city. good police presence around the hotel.

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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
The Gran Hotel Costa Rica is operated by the hotel group Elite Hotels and Resorts of Costa Rica. It is the only hotel in San José declared by the government as a historical and architectural monument. Located in the heart of San José, surrounded by national museums, plazas and walking boulevards, the venue is within walking distance to the main cultural and tourist attractions.
In May 2016 a complete transformation began to revitalize this historical hotel with the latest room designs, sophisticated furnishing, premium services and the most advanced technology. An impressive lobby with a fully modern welcoming experience, as well as an executive lounge, meeting rooms and an innovative concept of a brand restaurant, will all be ready and open by October 2017. The hotel is affiliated through a franchise arrangement with Hilton Worldwide under the brand Hilton Curio Collection.
The hotel is within 5 minutes’ walk of San José Cathedral and the National Theater. The hotel building has been recognized as a site of architectural interest.
This is our guests' favorite part of San José, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

- How far are you from the airport and do you have a shuttle?The hotel is located in Downtown San Jose, about 25 Minutes away from the airport however this will vary depending on the traffic. We provide privat..Answered on 19 December 2020
- If we arrive Saturday would we be able to get testing and results done for COVID done prior to our early AM departure Sunday?Yes Sir. Results of Antigens (Rapid COVID test) will be ready 2 or 3 hours.Answered on 4 June 2021
- Hola, how close are you to Escazu ?Dear Guest, Escazú is approximately 20 minutes away. Best regards, Front Desk TeamAnswered on 21 October 2021
- Hello, do you have concierge service that could help us to get to guayabo with transfers and guide for one of the days?Dear Guest, Yes, we have concierge service. Best regards.Answered on 13 January 2022
- Is the sofa a sofa bed in the suite?Dear Guest, It is a sofa. Best regards,Answered on 12 December 2021
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Cultura5
Food: Local, International
Open for: Lunch, Dinner, High tea, Cocktail hour
- Toilet
- Live music/Performance
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Coffee house on site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- ATM on site
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Convenience store on site
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Car rental
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Fitness
- Fitness center
- English
- Spanish
House rules
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton
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Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Evening entertainment
- Tour or class about local culture
- Walking tours
- Fitness
- Happy hour
- Live music/Performance
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Check-in at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Room options at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton include:
- Quad
- Double
- Suite
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The prices at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton is 2,450 feet from the center of San José.
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Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton has 1 restaurant:
- Cultura5
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Guests staying at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- American
- Buffet