Auténtico Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Sabana Park
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Free daily buffet breakfast
Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 9 PM, free cabanas, sun loungers
In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ave 5 and 7, Calle 40, Sabana Norte, San José, San Jose, 0
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Costa Rican Art
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬
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Room options

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 549 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

San José

Located in Merced, Auténtico Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. This 3-star hotel has 81 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Estadio Nacional - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Central Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Contraloria Station - 15 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway Paseo Colon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪London Room - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Machu Picchu - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fuji - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Mastico - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Auténtico Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Sabana Park
At Auténtico Hotel, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CRC 17700 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, free newspapers, and a terrace.
32-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mastico

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 17700 per person (one-way)
  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 9 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Auténtico Hotel
Auténtico Hotel San Jose
Auténtico San Jose
Autentico Hotel Costa Rica/San Jose
Auténtico Hotel Hotel
Auténtico Hotel San José
Auténtico Hotel Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Auténtico Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Merced within a short 6-minute walk of Sabana Park and also 15 minutes on foot from National Stadium of Costa Rica. You'll also find Museum of Costa Rican Art and Estadio Nacional less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Auténtico Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Auténtico Hotel feature a casino?

No, Auténtico Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Auténtico Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6 AM and 9 PM.

Is Auténtico Hotel good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a garden-view restaurant.

Does Auténtico Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Auténtico Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Auténtico Hotel serves free buffet breakfast at Mastico each morning.

Does Auténtico Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Auténtico Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Auténtico Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Auténtico Hotel?

The closest major airport to Auténtico Hotel is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 3.9 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 10.1 mi away (22-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Auténtico Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Auténtico Hotel.

Does Auténtico Hotel offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Auténtico Hotel.