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Hotel Portal Colonial

3.0 star property
Hotel in San Rafael with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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200 Oeste y 200 Sur de Rostipollos, San Rafael, San José
  • Place, Escazú Village
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Sabana Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed, Poolside

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed, Poolside

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Corner

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 174 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Rafael

Located within a mile (2 km) of Escazú Village, Hotel Portal Colonial is within 2 miles (3 km) of Iglesia Escazú. This 15-room, 3-star hotel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Escazú Village - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Iglesia Escazú - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Sabana Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • La Salle Natural Science Museum - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Jacks Station - 5 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ChuBBs Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McCafé - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Hotel Portal Colonial

Hotel in San Rafael with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
Guests of Hotel Portal Colonial enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 40.00 per vehicle one way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a computer station, and a terrace.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Ceiling fans, safes, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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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 roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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 (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance 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: USD 40.00 per vehicle (one way)

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; cash is not accepted
  • 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. 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. 

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

Hotel Colonial en Escazú Escazu
Colonial en Escazú Escazu
Colonial en Escazú
Hotel Portal Colonial Escazu
Portal Colonial Escazu
Hotel Colonial en Escazú
Hotel Portal Colonial Hotel
Hotel Portal Colonial San Rafael
Hotel Portal Colonial Hotel San Rafael

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Portal Colonial?

Hotel Portal Colonial provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Hotel Portal Colonial?

This hotel is located in San Rafael within a short 17-minute walk of Escazú Village. You'll also find Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Portal Colonial?

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

Does Hotel Portal Colonial feature a casino?

No, Hotel Portal Colonial doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Portal Colonial?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel Portal Colonial?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a bar and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Portal Colonial?

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

Does Hotel Portal Colonial have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Does Hotel Portal Colonial allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Portal Colonial.

Does Hotel Portal Colonial have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Portal Colonial?

The closest major airport to Hotel Portal Colonial is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 3.5 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 11.9 mi away (27-minute drive).

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

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Portal Colonial.

Reviews

Hotel Portal Colonial Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

alisa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great,the stay and cleanliness.There was no air conditioning.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Excellent stay

The hotel portal colonial is a very nice, family run hotel. The rooms are spacious with air conditioning and a free breakfast. The property is safe, secure and quiet with a pool. It is walking distance to many stores and restaurants. It is a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great Stay

It is a nice, clean, family- run hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Muy bonito
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with group
Disliked: Room comfort

Wouldn’t recommend

There was no air conditioning. The jalousie windows wouldn’t close, so there was always outside noise. The TV didn’t have many channels and no instructions. I had to buy my own soap, shampoo and conditioner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Madison

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, accommodated us when we came in on a late flight. Convenient location in a nice neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is family run and simple clean quiet place. They are friendly and helpful. For the price I’d be there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Dean

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean , safe , friendly staff , Highly recommend hotel close to shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ronald

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent breakfast my only complaint was the toilet seat had a broken pin that held the seat together and they claimed i broke it even though i didn't and they charged me 20 us dollars to have it fixed but never fixed it..so it stayed broken for the rest of my stay.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

sharon

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

Great budget place to stay

Great budget hotel in a really good location, easy walking distance to Avenida Escazu mall. The owner is lovely, and The free breakfast in the morning was great. Coffee, orange juice, fruit, and a choice of eggs or pancakes. The pancakes were excellent. Great shower. Bed comfy but slightly firmer than I like. The only negative was that the AC was a bit noisy. When I’m back in San Jose, I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicest host
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is absolutely incredible! Close to everything. The staff is very friendly & kind! There is great breakfast. Perfect place! Small Hotel ... not huge & overwhelming! 5 stars!! Will definitely be going back to this Hotel! 👌
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel portal colonial Is an excellent B&B at a reasonable price. It is very clean and in an excellent neighborhood. It is only a few blocks from fast food restaurants and some reasonably nice restaurants. Just in case you forgot anything with your trip it’s only a few blocks from Walmart and a nice mall. Lucrecia and her staff are extremely helpful with Anything you need, from getting you day trips around the area to Getting your laundry done or most anything else you need. They are always smiling and happy. You couldn’t ask for a better place or better people.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value for the price - not fancy.

Staff was very helpful and the room and common areas are clean. Curtains could be replaced with blackouts and ceiling could replace the floor fan which much too powerful for the size of this small room. No protector on the mattress or on the pillow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Friedrich

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and accommodating. All shopping and restaurants when walking distance
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allan Arturo

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

Nice place!

It was great, quiet and very private
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
No TP n bathroom. Was not there for long. Got there late after 11:00 pm and the hotel was shut down. The desk clerk did let me in and got me checked in. Was not expecting much but toilet paper in the room is a given.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the Location of the property, is a secure area, the prices and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

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