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Hotel Arrecifes

3.0 star property

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Interior entrance
Family Triple Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Standard Double or Twin Room | Living area | 32-inch TV with digital channels

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Barrio Luján, San José, San José
  • Place, National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, National Theater
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza de la Cultura
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Triple Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Triple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | Individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

San José

Located in Catedral within a short walk of National Park, Hotel Arrecifes is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Morazan Park. This 17-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Clinica Biblica Hospital - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Morazan Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Viquez Square Station - 6 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mey Lai Wa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Delfines con Amor - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Soda Lolita - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Huraches - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arrecifes

At Hotel Arrecifes, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of limited parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CRC 17500 per person one-way. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with digital channels. Portable fans are also included.

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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
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

More

  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CRC 5000

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 17500 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CRC 8500 (one-way), (up to 6 years old)
  • Late check-out fee: CRC 5000 (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM—-midnight
  • 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 limited 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Arrecifes Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Arrecifes?

Hotel Arrecifes offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Hotel Arrecifes?

This hotel is situated in Catedral within a short 12-minute walk of National Museum of Costa Rica and also 16 minutes on foot from National Theater. You'll also find Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Arrecifes?

Yes, there is a garage though parking is available on request.

Does Hotel Arrecifes have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Arrecifes doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Arrecifes?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel Arrecifes?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Arrecifes?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Arrecifes have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Arrecifes doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Arrecifes allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Arrecifes.

Does Hotel Arrecifes have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Arrecifes?

The closest major airport to Hotel Arrecifes is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 9 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 12.2 mi away (33-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Arrecifes?

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

Hotel Arrecifes Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 24 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Glenda, Strongsville

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole hotel doesn’t look like the photos. There are cockroaches and dirty. There is a whole night club downstairs and you will not be able to sleep with how loud it is in this hotels. Loud people loud cars everywhere. The bathroom smelled of sewage. Your in a prison where you have to ask them to open the door to leave and come back in. Horrible experience don’t waste your money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was nice and friendly. however i felt like i got catfished by the pictures. the walls needs painting, the bathroom. dirty beds, i would not recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, spacious, functional, great staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would Like to swim every day ,but where? Where is the Swimmingpool near from hotel?
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel de bajo costo con servicios adecuados. Limpieza en habitaciones
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pues la verdad estuvo bonita mi estadía en el hotel el único inconveniente que tuve fue que no tenia shampoo para lavarme el pelo. Pero por todo lo demás muy bueno.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La atención del personal, la limpieza, la excelente ubicación del hotel y la cama muy confortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

4/10 Poor

Ranferi

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
En si el hotel está muy abandonado huele mal . Esta muy viejo y huele ha húmedo con hilos a perro mojado .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La mejor opción para hospedarse en San José. Habitación confortable, la ubicación es genial y el personal muy servicial y encantador.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Blandine

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pour quelques heures

Chambre sans fenêtre. Mais avec clim (heureusement). Quartier ghetto. Propreté moyenne. Ils font des travaux actuellement. Très économique, si vous arrivez tard et partez tôt
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Juan Ignacio

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy bueno!

Muy lindo hotel. Muy bueno el trato. Nos ayudaron a recuperar una maleta que la aerolinea nos habia extraviado. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Geneviève

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Ils n'avaient pas notre reseversation a notre arrivée. Il y a une sonnette qui sonne jusqu'a minuit et a partir 7h du matin lorsque les gens veulent entrer dans l'Hotel. La chambre sent la boule a mites. Chambres propres et on peut se rendre au musée National et au Marché d'artisanat à pied
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

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