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Hotel 1492

2.5 star property
Colonial hotel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Exterior
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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31-33 1st Ave #2983, Barrio Escalante, 300 m east of Cine Magaly parking, San José, San Jose, 4988-1000
  • National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Morazan Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Central Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

San José

Located in Carmen, Hotel 1492 is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica and National Park. This 10-room hotel has free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour business center.

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • San Pedro Mall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Morazan Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • National Theater - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Central Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Fercori Station - 6 min walk
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandrágora Gastropub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Franco - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gambas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafeoteca - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fallen Stag - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel 1492

Colonial hotel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Hotel 1492 enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and a meeting room. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CRC 20000 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Additional amenities include a library, a terrace, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Ceiling fans and safes are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 3,500 per person
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • Terrace

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
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1941
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM

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 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 9 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 CRC 3500 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 20000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

1492 Hotel
1492 San Jose
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Hotel 1492 San Jose
Hotel 1492 Costa Rica/San Jose
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Hotel 1492 San José
Hotel 1492 Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel 1492?

Hotel 1492 provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel 1492?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel 1492 on Jun 10, 2025 start from $46.8, 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's there to do close to Hotel 1492?

This hotel is situated in Carmen within a 10-minute walk of National Park, Estación del Ferrocarril de Costa Rica, and Asamblea Legislativa. You'll also find Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel 1492?

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

Does Hotel 1492 include a casino?

No, Hotel 1492 doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel 1492?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel 1492?

Couples will appreciate amenities like concierge services, a terrace, and a library at this hotel.

Does Hotel 1492 have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel 1492 feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel 1492 serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Will Hotel 1492 allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Hotel 1492.

Does Hotel 1492 have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Hotel 1492?

The closest major airport to Hotel 1492 is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 8.6 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is located 13.8 mi away (33-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel 1492?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel 1492.

Hotel 1492 Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 155 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is friendly and welcoming. The rooms are large, bright, and clean. Lots of great seating areas within the hotel and gardens. Security is excellent. Very walkable neighborhood with lots of dining options. Been here before and will return again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

GREGORY, Alvaton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot water! The shower could use a new shower head though. It's located in a quiet neighborhood but 15 minutes walk to the National Museum. Great cluster of restaurants in a five minute walk inJardin de Lolita. Nice vintage hotel. Great, quiet sitting area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Aldair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl T

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

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Great place great people I loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Daryl T

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
24 Hour front desk with helpful and accommodating staff. They have a lovely breakfast available with coffee and juice. I have food allergies and they very kindly made my breakfast GF. There was more hot water available in the evening for showers than in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Mas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

LILIANA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Cute super vintage place. There is a small police station on same street so you feel extra safe. Dining is walking distance and many options. Room smelled old and bedding sheets looked old so did the furniture. Hot water in shower worked for a few seconds then turned cold. It wasn’t horrible but if your looking for something other than a quick night stay probably not your place. You also have to be ok with the creepy vintage stuff lol.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Old property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daryl T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Train tracks very close to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rett

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

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very hospitable staff and close to all the amazing restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, super accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is extremely accommodating and made us feel at home. Morning breakfasts were delicious and a nice variety of choices. The common areas and our room were very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very pleased!

Very attentive service. Hotel had character—in a good way! Train did not disturb me at all. It’s a bit worn—a broken tile here, faded blankets…but we were safe and comfortable and enjoyed the neighborhood. The free parking was what sold me on the place. Very pleased, will stay again when in San José.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, wonderful staff, small rooms but with all that you need. Hotel is very near a noisy railway, so bring earplugs! My biggest problem was a snoring neighbour who was so loud he could be heard from three rooms away. His poor wife...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique hotel and friendly staff. The location is convenient and walking distance to restaurants and you can walk co city center…a bit of a walk but very doable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for city centre and local restaurants, bars and coffee shops. But pack ear plugs - it's close to the rail tracks and tooting starts at 5.30 but it's not unpleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Been coming to SJO for twenty years, this is the best bargain in town. Beautiful property run by very nice folks. Kent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024