Located in San José, within 30 miles of Poas National Park and 1.1 miles of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Hotel El Descanso provides free WiFi. The property is around 2 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica, 3.8 miles from Parque Diversiones and 12 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, every room comes with a closet, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Parque Viva is 15 miles from Hotel El Descanso, while Jardín Botánico Lankester is 18 miles away. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International Airport, 3.7 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.4
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.7
Low score for San José
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  • Tal
    Israel Israel
    Good value in San Jose center. The place is very central , walking distance for everything , secured and clean . Very functional place to spend some time in the city. Good value for the cost .
  • Tal
    Israel Israel
    Good value for the cost place to stay. Clean and secured ... a walking distance from Central Avenue , shopping, banking and restaurants. Zero issues . The private room was simple and clean . Hot water and cable TV . Very punctional .
  • Evan
    United States of America United States of America
    The hotel was very nice considering how little I paid. I did not expect it to come with a TV or for the room to be as clean as it was. I also slept very well and there was plenty of storage space. El Descanso is a wonderful hotel for solo...

Hotel area info

Amenities of Hotel El Descanso

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Media & Technology
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Hotel El Descanso takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hotel El Descanso of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Hotel El Descanso

  • Hotel El Descanso offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Hotel El Descanso include:

      • Double
      • Triple
      • Single
      • Twin

    • Hotel El Descanso is 0.7 miles from the center of San José. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Hotel El Descanso may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Hotel El Descanso is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.