The Gran Hotel Costa Rica is a historic hotel located in the heart of San José.
The hotel originally opened in 1930 and has been restored to preserve its historic charm while incorporating modern luxury and amenities.
OUR OPINION:
This property is a great option to start your trip in Costa Rica in a prime location for exploring San José.
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Photos of Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Entrance, Gran Hotel Costa Rica
Rooms
The rooms have a modern design in an urban style and feature complimentary Wi-Fi, a minibar, flat screen TV, air conditioning and coffee making facilities.
Location
The Gran Hotel Costa Rica is a historic hotel located in the heart of San José. This property overlooks the vibrant Plaza de la Cultura and is adjacent to the renowned National Theatre.
Food and drink
The hotel boasts a rooftop restaurant and bar that provide panoramic views of the city.
Facilities and activities
The Gran Hotel Costa Rica features a well-equipped gym.
Tour ideas in San José & Central Valley
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Chayote Lodge
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Responsible ChoiceWe've hand-selected a range of tours and stays across the world that go above and beyond to be a force for good by supporting local businesses, educating staff, challenging local norms, or promoting conservation and biodiversity efforts. Your Responsible Choice helps increase the positive impact of your trip.Finca Rosa Blanca
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Hotel Presidente
San José & Central Valley
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Café Britt Coffee Excursion ![Cafe Britt Coffee Show]()
Café Britt Coffee Excursion
Café Britt Coffee Excursion
Traditionally dressed guides will take you on an interactive tour around the six acres of coffee fields, tropical gardens and coffee processing facilities. The volcanic views from the plantation are spectacular along with those of the Central Valley.
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Pacuare River Rafting ![River-rafting, Costa RIca]()
Pacuare River Rafting
Pacuare River Rafting
This heart-thumping trip takes you along the Pacuare River's grade III and IV rapids, which wind their way through stunning virgin rainforest where a huge diversity of animals, birds and butterflies can be seen along the river's edge.
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Rain Forest Aerial Tram ![Howler monkey]()
Rain Forest Aerial Tram
Rain Forest Aerial Tram
The 2.6 km long ride lasts about 90 minutes and takes you on a fascinating journey through the canopy which is one of the most biologically diverse rainforests in Costa Rica.
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San José & Central Valley and nearby places
- El Silencio Lodge 25 miles away
- Turrialba 27 miles away
- San Ramón 29 miles away
- San Gerardo de Dota 32 miles away
- Central Pacific Coast 35 miles away
- Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui 37 miles away
- Manuel Antonio 39 miles away
- Esterillos 41 miles away
- Dominical 50 miles away
- Monteverde Cloud Forest 53 miles away