Hotel Columbus

2.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, a short walk to National Stadium of Costa Rica

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Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, Multiple Beds | City view
Front of property
Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, with A/C, Park View | City view
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Sabana Norte, 100m east of ICE, 2nd floor of Restaurante Hibachi, San José
  • Sabana Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Estadio Nacional
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, with A/C, Park View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

San José

Located in La Sabana, Hotel Columbus is within a 5-minute walk of National Stadium of Costa Rica and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Sabana Park. This 14-room guesthouse has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Estadio Nacional - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Central Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Sabana Station - 14 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Cloud - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Novillo Alegre Sabana - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Dorado - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Columbus

Guesthouse with free breakfast, a short walk to National Stadium of Costa Rica
Guests of Hotel Columbus have access to free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide concierge services.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Microwaves, ironing boards, and desks are other standard amenities.

Languages

English, Korean, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hostel Columbus San Jose
Columbus San Jose
Hotel Columbus San José
Hotel Columbus Guesthouse
Hotel Columbus Guesthouse San José

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Columbus?

Hotel Columbus offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Columbus?

As of Jun 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Columbus on Jul 1, 2025 start from $40.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hotel Columbus?

This guesthouse is situated in La Sabana within a 10-minute walk of National Stadium of Costa Rica and Sabana Park. You'll also find Estadio Nacional and Museum of Costa Rican Art less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Columbus?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Hotel Columbus feature a casino?

No, Hotel Columbus doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Columbus?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Hotel Columbus good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a late night room service menu and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Columbus?

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

Does Hotel Columbus feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Columbus serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Columbus allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Columbus.

Does Hotel Columbus have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Hotel Columbus?

The closest major airport to Hotel Columbus is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 3.1 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 10.3 mi away (23-minute drive).

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

No, at Hotel Columbus, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Hotel Columbus Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 88 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel has seen better days, still nice and clean, except the windows, shower is interesting good luck finding hot. Staff have good enough English. Restaurant is Korean/ Japanese fusion, that was ok, sushi looked better .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice huge park across the street to walk around in, Free breakfast was great, best one in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy we stayed

From the outside we weren't sure we would like this hotel, but it was a very good experience. Our room on the top floor was clean and, although we had a problem with hot water for the shower, the staff promptly fixed it. It was a cool-funky room right across the Street for Sabana Park. Breakfast was very good and the price was also. We booked for 2 nights, but took a taxi to the airport at 10:00pm so didn't stay over for both, but because of the price we elected to pay for 2 nights and enjoy a hot shower and relaxation before the long fligt home. The staff were helpful and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Shannon

I cancelled the trip, but someone used my credit card info.. not knowing who (which hotel) I cannot rate either
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine Old World hotel

The hotel is fine, our room was on a second floor walk up, there's a Japanese restaurant in the hotel. Our room overlooked the park, which was nice, but there was a fair bit of Street noise.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Alex

Traveled with partner
When we arrived at the hotel from the airport it was apparently closed. We could not get in and they would not answer the phone. Our taxi driver had to call around to different hotels to get up into one last minute.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the area around the hotel is safe. Parking has easy access. The owner is very attentive and friendly. Breakfast was top notch
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chengda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Friendly room. Food options is right in the same building. Like it very much.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was very nice and helpfull, though not very fluent in English. It would've been nice to have a longer string to control the lights and fan. now you have to stand on the bed to pull it. Also it would've been nice to have a trash can in lobby and outside (for smokers).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay in a long trip
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Curtains fell off the windows and was too high to reach. Good in attached restaurant was poor quality.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

BMiller, Las Vegas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the restaurant, and the staff were all very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming park side hotel

Very nice small hotel right across the street from a large park. Excellent value and breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you would expect from a budget friendly hotel with a nice breakfast in the morning
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Ptrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old San Jose charm.

Great location, great value with good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, in front of la Sabana, Staff very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast very nice host we stay one night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019