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Hotel Grano de Oro

4.0 star property
Victorian hotel with 2 hot tubs and fitness centre

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Daily full breakfast (USD 19 per person)
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe
Exterior
Porch
Hotel Grano de Oro welcomes families with its inviting atmosphere. Unwind in the garden, enjoy a spa treatment, or dine at Restaurante Grano de Oro with garden views. Free WiFi is available, and the helpful staff ensures guests feel at home.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is HK$1,429
HK$1,615 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 592 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
Calle 30 Avs 2 y 4, San José, San Jose

What's nearby

  • Sabana Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • National Theater - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Cemetery Station - 11 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Bistrot de Paris - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Grano de Oro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Momo Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Grano de Oro

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Museum of Costa Rican Art
Located close to National Stadium of Costa Rica and National Theater, Hotel Grano de Oro provides a terrace, a garden and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs, and indulge in a body wrap, a massage or a body scrub. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurante Grano de Oro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and garden views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), airport pick-up service (surcharge) and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Concierge services, a front desk safe and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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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 transport

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 19 for adults and USD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Grano de Oro

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Hot stone massages
  • Treatment room

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (94 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 19 for adults and from USD 19 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 45

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel Grano Oro San Jose
Hotel Grano Oro
Grano Oro San Jose
Grano Oro
Grano De Oro San Jose
Hotel Grano De Oro San Jose Costa Rica
Hotel Grano de Oro Hotel
Hotel Grano de Oro San José
Hotel Grano de Oro Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Grano de Oro pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Grano de Oro?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Grano de Oro on 5 Nov 2025 start from HK$1,429.1, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Grano de Oro?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hotel Grano de Oro provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Grano de Oro located?

This family-friendly hotel is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Stadium of Costa Rica. National Theater and Jade Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). San Jose Cemetery Station is 11 minutes by foot and San Jose Contraloria Station is 14 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Grano de Oro Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 831 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1016 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there many times. An Oasis in a busy city. The restaurant and breakfast is superb!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Grano de Oro is the most beautiful hotel we have ever stayed in! The space is so serene and dreamy and the staff is always amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great hotel

Great value and a nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful internal patio for breakfast or drinks/dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Romantic and beautiful establishment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness
First time the hotel staff was not the best, slow and not attentive at the front desk
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Trues oasis in the city ! Staff were very attentioned, rooms were great and restaurant service was outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mileidys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fantastic. Comfortable bed, beautiful courtyard, restaurant meals and service was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were treated like royalty during our stay! The hotel was absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience! We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kingsley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very elegant hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet, comfortable rooms, good service, nice open air space, great plantings.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Very quaint. People were nice and restaurant was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved our stay at this hotel. The staff was so helpful and friendly. The beds were great and the added garden view was a plus. We did a lot of walking but everything that was on our A list was within reach. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indoor gardens and patio areas were beautiful, really loved how they brought the outside in. Hot tub area was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joachim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is now one of my favorite hotels worldwide. A classic colonial, wonderfully restored. Excellent kitchen. Great for staying there before going to the airport, only 35 mins away for a great finish to a CR vacation!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our time in San José, Costa Rica. The hotel is really nice and the staff is super friendly. I would absolutely return to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply a beautiful hotel to give the guest a true feeling for this beautiful country. Not a typical sterile chain hotel. Every room is unique, the garden exquisite and the hotel staff exceptional. And the food is great! Stay there!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff went above and beyond to make us feel special and honored every reassigned. Beautiful hotel with so much character!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Lovely hotel! Highly recommend!

I loved the hotel, the decor and customer service of the whole team was excellent. Everyone was so helpful, from setting up my SIM card to helping me organise my taxi rides. The restaurant too is great, food and drinks were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very high end hotel with impeccable service. Our dinner was the best yet after 2 weeks of travelling through the country.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

emanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique, beautiful courtyards and massages to garden and spas. Staff was outstanding and spoke fluent English. Just a special place and a historic alternative to the major hotel chains.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024