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Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection By Hilton

★★★★ 2nd Avenue between streets 1 & 3, San José, CR

9 guest rating· 796 reviews

About this hotel

Explore the Cultural Heart of San José

Convenient Location : Situated in the vibrant heart of San José, our hotel is just a stone's throw away from iconic landmarks such as San José Cathedral and the National Theatre, ensuring you're at the center of the action.

Immersive Surroundings : With national museums, plazas, and charming boulevards right at your doorstep, you'll be effortlessly immersed in the rich culture and history of the city during your stay.

Walkable Attractions : Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance to a myriad of cultural and tourist attractions, making it easy to explore and experience the best that San José has to offer.

Experience the essence of San José - book your stay with us today!

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Rooms & rates

2 Double Beds

Sleeps 4 · 30 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder

2 Double Beds Superior

Sleeps 4 · 35 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

1 King Bed

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder

1 King Bed Junior Suite

Sleeps 2 · 35 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

1 King Bed Corner Room

Sleeps 2 · 47 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

1 King Bed

1 King Bed Internal View

Sleeps 2 · 26 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee grinder
  • Stovetop
  • MP3 docking station
  • Pets allowed

1King Mobility/hearing Access Ri Shwr

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Coffee/tea maker

1 King Bed Superior

Sleeps 2 · 35 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

1 King Superior Mobility Access W/ Ri Shower

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Large bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness facilities
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
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  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Dry cleaning
  • Evening entertainment
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fruits
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Happy hour
  • Higher level toilet
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Live music/performance
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Minimarket on site
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Vending machine - snacks
  • Walking tours
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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2nd Avenue between streets 1 & 3, San José, CR

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say9796 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff+ Clean and comfortable roomsExpensivePoor breakfast qualitySome indifferent service
Cleanliness8.9
Service9.8
Location10.0
Room Quality8.8
Amenities8.9
Value for Money8.3

Great staff and service!

10.0

Everything

Shayma · QA · 2026-07-21

Ótima experiência.

9.0

Acomodações limpas, instalações amplas e modernas, serviço atencioso e cordial. Localização central facilita quem precisa estar próximo ao centro. Academia de musculação bem equipada. Café da manhã bem variado e com alimentos de qualidade.

Christian · BR · 2026-07-19

Ideal base for a short stay in San Jose

9.0

Well appointed and comfortable in a central location

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Andrew · GB · 2026-07-19

Well appointed hotel.

10.0

Fantastic hotel. We only stayed two nights, as we only had one full day in San Jose. We stayed in their JFK two bedroom suite. It was the perfect size for our family. Very comfortable, and roomy. The staff was very friendly. We ate at the restaurant for dinner and breakfast. Dinner was pretty good, drinks were excellent and breakfast buffet was great. You can't beat the value.

juliepH1392EY · 2026-07-18

I AM ABSOLUTELY LIVID!

4.0

I was subjected to vile, blatant racism at your establishment, and I am utterly furious! On Sunday, July 12, a power-tripping security officer I will not name here deliberately singled me out. He demanded to know if the person walking in with me was registered. I explicitly told him no—they weren't staying overnight, we literally just had some work to complete, we even had our documents in hotel common area at each floor. But apparently, common sense is a foreign concept to your staff. This guy insisted on dragging us up to the fifth floor, where the reception desk had the absolute audacity to demand $145.00 USD on the spot! I explained—repeatedly—that this person was not staying over. What was their pathetic excuse? "It's in case something gets broken in the room." Are you kidding me?! We weren't even going to the room! My room was already fully paid for! You already had a $250.00 USD hold sitting on my Amex! I finally gave up and left to end the harassment, but let’s call this exactly what it is: unadulterated discrimination. While I was being interrogated and extorted, I watched over 30 other people stroll straight to the elevators without a single staff member stopping them or asking a single damn question. The only difference between them and me? The color of my skin. I am disgusted. While a few of their staff members are great, you have some toxic, racist "bad apples" completely rotting your establishment from the inside out. I demand immediate accountability and a refund for this humiliating, unacceptable excess!

Harmattan69 · WASHINGTON DC, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA · 2026-07-17

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Parking

Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 31.64 per day.