Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Sabana Park

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Living area
Lobby sitting area
Deluxe Triple Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Dining
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Avenida Central, Calle 5, 25 Mt de la Plaza de la Cultura, San José, San Jose, 10104
  • National Theater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Morazan Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Central Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 45 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 66 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Junior Studio Suite

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

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 45 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 45 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 42 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

San José

Located in Carmen, Hotel Cultura Plaza is next to Plaza de la Cultura and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum. This 27-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Morazan Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 9 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Frondosita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Alma de Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cultura5 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café La Mancha - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Sabana Park
Hotel Cultura Plaza features free WiFi in public areas and a TV in a common area. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, free local calls, and safes.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel
Hotel Cultura Plaza San José
Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

Hotel Cultura Plaza offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

As of Jun 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Cultura Plaza on Jul 6, 2025 start from $66.0, 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 can I see around Hotel Cultura Plaza?

This hotel is situated in Carmen, just steps from Plaza de la Cultura and National Theater, and within a short walk of Morazan Park. You'll also find Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Is there a spa at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

Spa services at the hotel include couples treatments.

Does Hotel Cultura Plaza feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Cultura Plaza doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Cultura Plaza a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar and a rainfall showerhead as well as couples treatment rooms.

Does Hotel Cultura Plaza have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel Cultura Plaza have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Will Hotel Cultura Plaza allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Cultura Plaza.

Does Hotel Cultura Plaza have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hotel Cultura Plaza?

The closest major airport to Hotel Cultura Plaza is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 7.5 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 12.7 mi away (29-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

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

Hotel Cultura Plaza Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 380 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jocelynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super helpful! Our flight was delayed and already a late evening flight. I got in contact and they provided us a ride service (for a fee, worth it), and we were able to get to the hotel safe and sound. Great staff, great service, and a great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was not as easy as one would expect. They make you fill out a check in form with pen and paper and leave your credit card details written down, just seems unsafe and time consuming. This should all be done electronically.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Great location

Amazing location. Everything seemed walkable. Beds were cozy. The only real drawback was there was no real windows to look out and in the early morning there was this noise that sounded like pressurized steam blowing off intermittently from 7-9. Tolerable, just a bit annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First and foremost: it’s centrally located : museums and other sites, shops, restaurants are walking distance. Second: rooms are elegant and accommodating. Third: staff is professional, friendly and very accommodating: they kept my luggage so I could travel light on small plane from San Jose to Limon for a few days, so I didn’t have to rent a storage locker. Lastly, breakfast is served fresh, hot and delicious: Five out of five stars!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lyla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a convenient location, close to museums, central market, grocery stores and more. Included breakfast in restaurant in hotel was very good. For us, the only significant downside was our room was very small for two people with two pieces of luggage, backpacks, etc. and there was no window.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaudhry

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location clean rooms good breakfeast friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night when first arriving. Decent hotel nice staff and a good basic small room. The area is very busy with lots of car and pedestrian traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tulin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
No glass in room and no complimentary water.But water in libby.Also no english speaking channels but room comfortable but noisy outside jotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

4 day va ca..

My go to place when I am in San Jose, CR.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent, nothing was disappointing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Odai, Tuckahoe

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here. Small room but served us well
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Veronica, Belmopan

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good location but very small space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dren

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Shiloh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the staff were kind and helpful. However there was no parking. We had to park 5 blocks away. It was noisy. At 6am you could hear all the noises from the kitchen. I wasn’t able to get much sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El hotel está muy bien situado, la atención del personal es excelente y el desayuno muy bueno.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Holger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely loud the whole night. Got no sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reynald

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The beds are way too firm. The noise is constant. The building is like a fishbowl. The outside noise and inside noise seemed to go all day/ night long.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service, walking distance to downtown, restaurants and museums. Breakfast was included as well which was a bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeRoy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in a beautiful small town of only Costa Ricans. No tourists at all. I loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has great location. It is very convenient for travelers who don't speaks the Spanish. Restaurant and stores are very close by. Front desk are very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025