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Hotel Grano de Oro

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Calle 30 Avs 2 y 4, San José, San Jose
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Costa Rican Art
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Garden view
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

San José

Located in Hospital within a short walk of Museum of Costa Rican Art, Hotel Grano de Oro is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as National Stadium of Costa Rica. This 4-star hotel has 40 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mercado Central - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • National Theater of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Cemetery Station - 11 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Machu Picchu - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Grano de Oro

At Hotel Grano de Oro, guests have access to a gym, 2 hot tubs, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) for USD 45 per vehicle. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include meeting rooms, a library, and free newspapers.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and bathrobes, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Minibars, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available.
2 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Grano de Oro

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Hot stone massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 45

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pick-up service (fees apply). 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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Grano de Oro
Grano de Oro San Jose
Grano Hotel
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Hotel Oro
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Hotel Grano De Oro San Jose Costa Rica
Hotel Grano Oro San Jose
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Hotel Grano de Oro provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Grano de Oro?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Grano de Oro on Apr 3, 2026 start from $226, including 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's there to do around Hotel Grano de Oro?

This hotel is situated in Hospital within a short 10-minute walk of Sabana Park and also 11 minutes on foot from Museum of Costa Rican Art. You'll also find National Stadium of Costa Rica and Multiplaza Mall Escazu within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Grano de Oro?

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

Is there a spa available at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy.

Does Hotel Grano de Oro have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Grano de Oro doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Grano de Oro?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 hot tubs.

Is Hotel Grano de Oro good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including champagne service as well as a garden-view restaurant and proposal/romance packages.

Does Hotel Grano de Oro have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Hotel Grano de Oro have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Grano de Oro serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurante Grano de Oro.

Will Hotel Grano de Oro allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Grano de Oro though service animals are welcome.

Does Hotel Grano de Oro have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hotel Grano de Oro?

The closest major airport to Hotel Grano de Oro is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 4.2 mi away (15 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 at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished patio and a balcony/patio where guests can enjoy garden and city views.

Hotel Grano de Oro Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 819 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
It was convienent but needs to be updated. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was charming, service fantastic, and food was delicious. From the reservation on, the staff was responsive and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute room, nice dining room decorated festively.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

kerry

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salwa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful building, a special atmosphere in the restaurant and safe location of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Samir

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and friendly staff and the restaurant is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Should be a salad as option for breakfast but overall perfect Hotel from any aspect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arun

Very friendly and professional staff everywhere! Great location and nice rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is very nice. We were there just for one night to be close to the airport. Restaurant was very good (a bit formal) would recommend if you don't want to leave the property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Yes, service on every part of the hotel was excellent. Restaurant was excellent for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaz

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pricilla

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great bed and sheets, attentive staff, good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and friendly staff. Beautiful property. Delicious restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Pleasanton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful character of building Friendly staff Restaurant food was wonderful too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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