Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

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#24 of 81 hotels in San Jose
3.8 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.2 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.2 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Situated less than four kilometers outside downtown, Radisson San José-Costa Rica offers a great location for romantic getaways, business trips and family vacations. You can wander through San José's various markets or museums, soak in the hot springs at Volcán Arenal or escape to the Gulf of Nicoya, less than a two-hour drive from the Radisson.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Bar / lounge
Airport transportation
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Baggage storage
Concierge
Currency exchange
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to Giata.
4.5 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Park View
Quiet
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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Location

Calle Central, Y Tercera, San Jose 10604 Costa Rica
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 64 out of 100
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Juan Santamaria Intl Airport
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Paul de R wrote a review Feb 7
Echt, The Netherlands
4.0 of 5 bubbles
For our return trip to NL booked 1 night at Radisson Hotel in San Jose. A big hotel, about 30 minutes walk from the center. Located on the main roads of San Jose, easy as a starting point to airport. An Uber taxi will take you from the hotel to the city centre in 5-7 minutes for €3-4. Very easy here in San Jose.
Large hotel with lots of rooms, also used for companies conducting their business activities here. Friendly reception at the reception. Room is large and clean with two large single beds. Hotel is a bit dated in terms of rooms and appearance. But otherwise fine, with pool. Pool has a whirlpool, which makes a lot of noise. Our room was near pool, the sound of the wirlpool was constantly audible. You can chill out by pool, remote bar. Bathroom neat, also somewhat outdated. No hair dryer available. Should have been there, according to reception. Was quickly delivered to the room. Breakfast in itself fine, bread is always a little problem in Costa Rica. Usually sweet toast bread. Furthermore, basically everything you can expect from a breakfast. WIFI is a bit slow, but available throughout the hotel. Large parking lot. The hotel is extremely noisy due to concrete walls and tiles in the hallways. We wanted a late departure from hotel, was unfortunately not possible because the hotel was fully booked. We could continue to use the facilities. We could change later in the toilets. Was fine in itself.
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Zie de beoordelingstekst
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Michael P wrote a review Dec 2024
Escazu, Costa Rica
Hotel's Favourite
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Finally, a Hotel with a sense of what the HighFalutin´in my business call Risk Management:

The ´Net is Open. saving them and their custoers all sorts in the time cost of operations, the Hotel Cash for employee hours no longer spent Providing Access.

Actually, in the nineties,, probably later, Criminals and Private Dicks used those machines for unmonitored communications, but even the public nets will not provide anonymity.

I think this is Anachronistice Holdover.

Michael Sol
Detective Senior
Consulting Detectives International
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Date of stay: December 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled solo
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lovewilf wrote a review Feb 10
Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed here for 2 nights at start of tour of Costa Rica and returned for 1 night at end of tour. The hotel is quite large and bit of a maze inside but we couldn't fault it. Rooms are very clean and beds so comfortable. Best bathrooms and showers of whole trip! Staff Very friendly and meals excellent. Big thanks especially to Alonso who always ensured my coffee was topped up at breakfast. Always had a smile on his face too. Breakfast omelette freshly made individually and were delicious. The outside area where pool was situated was well kept and considering the hotel is basically a massive concrete construction you wouldn't really notice as so many beautiful trees and plants out there. Great outside bar near pool too. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. Thankyou to all staff.
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Maps33850449868 wrote a review Mar 2024
2.0 of 5 bubbles
This hotel can best be described as a transit hotel and my view as such is that more attention is given to resort hotels. This one is beginning to look tired, the outside stonework is in need of cleaning. Inside in our room we could not get the air conditioning to work so it was constantly chilly, the water did not drain away in the washbasin and in places the wallpaper was in need of attention. Regarding service this was hit and miss. We asked for Cortado coffees and received a blank look as the guy didn't know what they were and this is in a country that grows coffee. Once I had described it they had a go but delivered an espresso coffee with milk on the side. In the room we were only given one cup for coffee even though there 2 of us and the bottled water was not replaced on the 2nd day. Breakfast was a disappointment given this was an international hotel, what hotel doesn't have sausages and bacon and a freshly cooked egg station. It was annoying to see the chef and some of his colleagues sit down in the breakfast area with fried eggs !!. I did however enjoy the plantain. My biggest disappointment is with the noise. On booking in I asked if the allocated room was quiet and was assured it was. Well I would like someone from management to sleep in room 2021. It overlooks the pool which was being used by a group of rowdy teenagers well past 8.40pm when the pool should not be used after 8.00pm. Who supervises this?. We had flown in after a long flight and this was not appreciated In addition we could hear everything that happened next door right through the night. As a result I am now very tired and this probably has given me less tolerance to the other issues. We have stayed in Radisson Hotels in the past and this one is sadly lacking. Due to our holiday tour arrangements already set we will be returning here in a couple of weeks time. I will not be returning with the same enthusiasm I had a couple of days ago. This is such a shame as it has been our first experience of Costa Rica and it looks like it will also be our last due to the pre-arranged booking.
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Date of stay: March 2024
2.0 of 5 bubblesValue
2.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
2.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: If you want a good nights sleep think twice before book in here.
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Campingking wrote a review Jul 2024
Bristol, United Kingdom
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Ok so there’s not loads to do in San Jose but it’s mainly a stopping off point before going elsewhere and you usually have to stay somewhere before heading off. The Radisson Blu is a great option for this. Yes it’s not the prettiest hotel ever esp from the outside (brutalist concrete architecture) but they’ve improved this with great tropical planting at the front entrance and around the pools.
The rooms are spacious and clean with working air con (a must in CR!) and the shower was powerful and warm. For reasons unknown the loos seem very low down though!
The breakfast was good - a good range of hot and cold options plus regular top ups of coffee and a nice spot if you can get a table outside.
The pool area is nice - you’ve a choice of two different pools and one has a lively warm water jacuzzi - perfect for relaxing after a long days travelling. Loungers are functioning and clean and there’s an outdoor bar (some of the time) so it’s easy to catch some sun and have a drink without having to traipse inside.
And if you do want to head into San Hose to see what’s there, it’s only a 15 min safe walk into town. Mostly a straight road (though with some inclines) there and back and with pavements.
Overall a great hotel if you’re passing through and don’t have long to spent in the capital.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Radisson SJ-CostaRica, Gestión de ingresos at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Responded Jul 15, 2024
Dear Guest, We really appreciate your comments, and read that you enjoyed our services make us really happy. Sharing your experiences will make other future guest know more about our wonderful services and the comfortable stay that they can have in our hotel. For us always will be a pleasure to be your hotel in San José.
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Namastemy wrote a review Apr 2024
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Great hotel on the outskirts. It has become outdated. It would be necessary to remodel the façade, carpets and furniture in the rooms and the bathtubs as well as the taps. There is no mini bar. The pool is phenomenal and the jacuzzi is warm. The copious breakfast. We had dinner at the hotel restaurant and everything was delicious. Dinner entertained by a wonderful singer. The snack they offer at the bar is worth it, there are copious burgers and club sandwiches.
The personnel is very friendly.
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Date of stay: March 2024
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Por la mañana hay poca gente en la piscina . Las habitaciones tienen USB para cargar dispositivos...
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NYisMyMuse wrote a review Nov 2023
4.0 of 5 bubbles
The Radisson San Jose was great. The staff was friendly and very helpful, and the room was clean and spacious. I was able to buy a SIM card for my phone right in the lobby (although this guy could have been a little more free with information). The breakfast buffet had many options and was very tasty. The hotel is not directly in the city center, but the 15-minute daytime walk is okay. You will need your phone's GPS as San Jose is known for not having street signs to tell you where you are. It's also easy and inexpensive to use a ride-sharing service to get around (and you will be cautioned against walking alone at night). As long as you don't need to have the city center right outside the door, I highly recommend this hotel.
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Date of stay: October 2023
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Radisson SJ-CostaRica, Administración de ingresos at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Responded Nov 7, 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your comments, but also for taking the time to share your experience. We really work as hard as we can to make our great guests, such as yourself, feel welcomed, appreciated and as comfortable as possible. We are delighted to know that you had a wonderful experience. We appreciate your assessment and it will be an honor if you consider as again in the future.
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Bruno V wrote a review Nov 2023
AREQUIPA, Peru
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4.0 of 5 bubbles
An older partially refurbished hotel, some parts are worn out. Large rooms, high ceilings, AC, no fridge in the room, ice distributors on the floor, sufficient amenities in the bathroom, metallic wardrobe, coffee machine, no news channel on the tv. Large gym, plus a small gym with small sauna on 4th floor. Outdoor pool and jacuzzi. Restaurant is outstanding (though wines are rather expensive). Breakfast is ok: hot dishes (gallo pinto plus eggs and two different sides each day) and cold cuts. Staff are friendly. There is a foodtruck on the parking premises with a local menu. There is a Walmart a twenty minutes walk away. The neighbourhood is not very reassurnig: some offices and that's it. Nothing nearby. Don't go walk around at night. You can walk to downtown (a good half hour walk) or take a cab.
Don't take a room from numbers x001 to x0010, because they are near a highway that can be very noisy at night.
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Date of stay: November 2023
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Don't take a room near the higway (numbers ending 001 to 010, because of the noise
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Response from Radisson SJ-CostaRica, Administración de ingresos at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Responded Nov 28, 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your comments, but also for taking the time to share your experience. We really work as hard as we can to make our great guests, such as yourself, feel welcomed, appreciated and as comfortable as possible. We apologize to know that we fell short of your expectations. We take the time to listen to your constructive comments so we can continually improve our services. We hope for another opportunity to make a more favorable impression in the future.
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rebeccaannkoch wrote a review Feb 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I stayed at the Radisson before and after a Gadventures trip and the staff were great!
I forgot my AirPods in my room when we left for the trip, and they found them and kept them for me until I came back, they also let me store my luggage whilst I was away on the trip. Edgar and the reception team (in particular the male staff whose name unfortunately I can’t remember), were all super helpful! Definitely recommend if you want a nice place to stay in San Jose.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Responded Feb 24, 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your comments, but also for taking the time to share your experience. We appreciate your assessment and it will be an honor if you consider as again in the future.
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Lightning006 wrote a review Mar 2023
Syracuse, New York
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I was completely surprised by the architecture and small touches everywhere. This is the best Radisson I’ve ever seen, and one of the top chain hotels I’ve stayed at in my 30+ years of traveling. I would stay here again, but recommend upgrading the room. Our standard room had a bit of a musty smell, but it was probably the carpet. The desk person did say the other rooms had updated carpet and such.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Radisson SJ-CostaRica, Administración de ingresos at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Responded Mar 13, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We always desire for our valued guest's experience to be exceptional and we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you. Your feedback is highly appreciated as it helps us facilitate all the necessary improvements to provide an outstanding service. We hope for another opportunity to make a more favorable impression in the future.
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AngieRob40 asked a question Sep 2022
London, United Kingdom158 contributions31 helpful votes
Hello Is this hotel close to Tracopa Bus Terminal
Jack M asked a question Sep 2022
1 contribution
Is there a resort fee/daily fee??
Answer from Paul V
Calgary, Canada286 contributions145 helpful votes
To the best of my knowledge no.
Clare asked a question Mar 2022
Poole, United Kingdom60 contributions8 helpful votes
Is there a drinks service by the pool?
Answer from HectorSweden
1 contribution
Hi, yes, saw some who had drinks, beer, etc. but it is you who must go and buy / pick these up inside the facility. There was no bar right by the pool. The pool to be added is not temperate, so there is cold water in. In addition further up by the pool, different birds bathe etc. the same water then goes down to the main pool, not 100% fresh. But I still have to point out that the quality of the food was very good. as well as staff service also without anything negative to add. Hope it helps. Have a good trip otherwise.
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jetsettingaway wrote a tip Nov 2024
Los Angeles, California30 contributions8 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"a bit isolated from walkable area"
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Wanda B wrote a tip Oct 2024
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Use Uber to get around in the city. Very inexpensive."
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Scott E wrote a tip Aug 2024
Snodland, United Kingdom21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Use the airport transfer, quick and easy. Prepare yourself for the 20 minute walk into town, a little rough paving. "
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carolfrayne wrote a tip May 2024
Atlanta, Georgia56 contributions60 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"I’d say don’t forget proper trainers for town, it’s cobblestones and pavements hard to walk on! Also mosquito repellant and sun hat. "
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Caroline K wrote a tip Apr 2024
Dublin, Ireland14 contributions6 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Request a quiet room. Beds are very comfortable."
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PRICE RANGE
C$144 - C$234 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
radisson europa hotel san jose, radisson europa hotel and conference center, radisson san jose, san jose radisson
LOCATION
Costa RicaProvince of San JoseSan Jose MetroSan Jose
NUMBER OF ROOMS
210
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Frequently Asked Questions about Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica
Which popular attractions are close to Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?
Nearby attractions include Teatro Nacional Costa Rica (1.2 km), Pre-Columbian Gold Museum (1.1 km), and Museo de los Ninos (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cafe Rojo, Restaurante Silvestre, and Tenedor Argentino.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica have airport transportation?
Yes, Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
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