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Hotel La Amistad

3.0 star property

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Breakfast and dinner served
Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub | Private kitchen | Fridge
Lobby lounge
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Bedroom | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Avenida 11 y Calle 15, San José, 10101
  • Place, National Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Morazan Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, National Theater of Costa Rica
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Executive Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

  • 996 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Loft, Multiple Beds | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Executive Loft, Multiple Beds

  • 996 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Bedroom | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Penthouse | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Deluxe Penthouse

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Studio | Memory foam beds, in-room safe, free WiFi

Deluxe Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San José

Located in Carmen, Hotel La Amistad is adjacent to Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital and within a 5-minute walk of Parque Espana. This 34-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • National Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Center of Art and Culture - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Morazan Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Theater of Costa Rica - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Central Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 7 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Esquinita de la Abuela - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Mundo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Otoya - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sportsmens Lodge Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café de los Deseos - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel La Amistad

Hotel La Amistad features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 30.00 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables.
30-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Climb into the memory foam bed for a pleasant night's sleep. Refrigerators, free local calls, and safes are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • 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.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit 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

Amistad Hotel
Amistad San Jose
Hotel Amistad
Hotel Amistad San Jose
Hotel La Amistad Costa Rica/San Jose
La Amistad Hotel
La Amistad San Jose
La Amistad San Jose
Hotel La Amistad Costa Rica/San Jose
Hotel La Amistad Hotel
Hotel La Amistad San José
Hotel La Amistad Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel La Amistad?

Hotel La Amistad offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel La Amistad?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel La Amistad on Jun 26, 2026 start from $64, 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 is there to do close to Hotel La Amistad?

This hotel is situated in Carmen, just steps from Museum of Contemporary Art and Design and Casa Amarilla, and within a short walk of National Park. You'll also find Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel La Amistad?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Hotel La Amistad feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel La Amistad doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel La Amistad?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel La Amistad a good place to stay for couples?

This adults-only hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a restaurant and a bar/lounge with some guestrooms featuring a private rooftop hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel La Amistad?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Hotel La Amistad have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel La Amistad serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Hotel La Amistad allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel La Amistad?

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

How close is the airport from Hotel La Amistad?

The closest major airport to Hotel La Amistad is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 5.9 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 12.8 mi away (30-minute drive).

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

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hotel La Amistad that offer a balcony.

Hotel La Amistad Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 120 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean place close to areas to walk too downtown Main Street
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
met good people had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was excellent. The bed was comfortable did not care for a cockroach in the bathroom. They said they had a restaurant which they don’t
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

RAHUL

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

Very good hotel

Very good hotel for solo travelers , excellent location and staff. Very good and cheap breakfast. Guest friendly. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room dirty, next to commuter train which was loud. Food was very good however. Walking distance to downtown San Jose and outside of the big city a plus. No English tv channels. All men stay at this resort with some costa rican women coming in and out kind of creeped me out
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Hyon Min

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Employees are pretty cool, Ernesto's the dude. Hotel itself, hell no.10pm to 2am, club across the street, loud AF. Morning 5am til sundown, train every 10 minutes. Also some of the old bar ladies get touchy. Kinda gross.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thuman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a good place for the money
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jovany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ozzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mitch

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible. No towels, no Wi-Fi, no TV reception. Dirty, dirty room all the time. Water always on the floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
The breakfast was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe and accessible location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

john

Trains 6 til 9 am Trains 5 til 9pm
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Great staff. The breakfast is/was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lina

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

Fantastic hotel

I highly recommend this hotel. It is centrally located and within walking distance of many museums and downtown San Jose. The staff was awesome.
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ozzie

Liked: Amenities
price and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and good ac
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good people
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Minjia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is not new, but maintaining well and clean. The hotel staff are nice, good price for travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

edward

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

San Jose overnight

The staff is friendly the room comfortable price reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
evriting was fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good quality place to stay for the price. Close to a lot of places. Staff is very helpful and friendly. Breakfast is delicious and at bargain prices.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timur

The suite was good money for all that space and I enjoyed the view
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024