Delta Hotels by Marriott San Jose Aurola

Hotels
Delta
7.8 (79 reviews)
5th Street, El Carmen , San José , cr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfy beds
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated rooms
Poor breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
6.41
Rooms reported to be damp and in need of better upkeep.
Service
8.88
Staff was friendly and helpful, especially at the bar.
Location
8.92
Convenient location close to tourist areas.
Room Quality
6.87
Rooms were outdated and cleanliness issues noted.
Amenities
7.9
Pool not well maintained; however, the bar amenities were good.
Value for Money
8.36
Overall good value considering location and service.
Food and Beverage
6.91
Breakfast options were reportedly lacking, but bar food was pleasant.
Overall Experience
8.18
Despite some issues, enjoyable due to staff interactions and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:37

Property Description

Central Location and Stunning Views
Located next to Morazán Park and offering views of the Central Valley, Holiday Inn San Jose Aurola is the perfect blend of convenience and beauty.

Modern Rooms and Amenities
The air-conditioned rooms with modern décor, free Wi-Fi, and cable TV provide a comfortable stay. The indoor swimming pool and gym add a touch of luxury to your experience.

Dining with a View
Indulge in Costa Rican and international cuisine at the Tropicana buffet restaurant or enjoy panoramic views of San José at the Mirador Restaurant on the 17th floor.

Experience the best of San José at Holiday Inn San Jose Aurola. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that check-in after established hours have a cost of $70 USD plus tax.Please inform 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.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SJO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 79 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.41
Service: 8.88
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 6.87
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 8.36
Food and Beverage: 6.91
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Gordon0504 Couples Newmarket, Suffolk, East Anglia, England
6
Dated
Pros:

The hotel looks quite modern, but the rooms are very dated, although there is plenty of space and the bed was comfy.
We had dinner, which was fine, nothing very exciting. Breakfast was a take out and was fairly poor.

2026-01-21 via Tripadvisor
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giannal2026 Friends getaway
10
Best bartender
Pros:

Daniel was the best bartender for our large study abroad group. He was very attentive, kind, and engaged with the group throughout our stay!

2026-01-07 via Tripadvisor
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miyae2026 Friends getaway
10
Hotel Bar - Daniel
Pros:

Such a great experience Daniel, is the best! One of the sweetest, talented and greatest bartenders! He made my trip 100% better!

2026-01-07 via Tripadvisor
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chlo_t2026 Friends getaway
10
Cozy and Exciting Experience
Pros:

Amazing experience! The bartender Daniel was great and created a warm and cozy environment for everyone!! Totally recommend visiting the bar

2026-01-07 via Tripadvisor
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hannahmX5125GW Business
10
Daniel is the best!
Pros:

Daniel has been the best bartender i’ve met, he’s made personal connections with me and my colleges and we feel blessed to have sat in his bar! everyone should get a chance to go visit daniel

2026-01-07 via Tripadvisor
5
570rileyf Friends getaway
10
Daniel at the bar
Pros:

Daniel at the Bar La Palma was the best bartender I have ever had. He told inspiring stories, made amazing drinks, and was so kind to everyone he interacted with. He is genuinely a one of a kind person

2026-01-07 via Tripadvisor
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rjf2026 Friends getaway
10
Amazing bar and bartender
Pros:

Bar la Palma has my favorite bartender I have had. I am here for a trip and came to the bar every night and they were the nicest people with the best service. Drinks are super good and its a great to hangout with others at night!

2026-01-07 via Tripadvisor
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sofiadI8533TL Friends getaway
10
Bar La Palma
Pros:

Great service and experience at the hotel! Loved the Bar La Palma. Great drinks and great atmosphere. Would recommend to those visiting.

2026-01-07 via Tripadvisor
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arlyr2026 Friends getaway
10
Bar la Palma
Pros:

Bar la Palma has the best service I have ever experienced the bartender is amazing and helpful and the drinks are great prepared with alot of entusiasum and some great flavors definitely worth the visit

2026-01-07 via Tripadvisor
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susanrC7635PK Couples
8
Nice hotel. Cost efficient.
Pros:

Hotel was very nice. Good and service was wonderful in both the main restaurant and the bar area. Rooms, especially bathrooms, could use updating.

2025-10-28 via Tripadvisor
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CHRISTINE
8
Pros:

We had a early flight so the price was good. the only issue is the noise. but with any hotel in a big city you will have noise.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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Roxana
6
Ubicación centrica
Pros:

Excelente ubicación del centro. Habitaciones limpias pero no modernas.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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christinesA6043HZ Couples
6
Comfy beds. Would not book here again.
Pros:

Comfy beds. Shower water barely lukewarm warm after running the water for 10 mins. Horrible breakfast. Nice staff! Close to tourist areas

2025-09-19 via Tripadvisor
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Yemisrach partner
8
Pros:

The location is great. Some of the employees are very helpful and friendly. The receptionist who works in the morning was very helpful and very pleasant. The guy who works in the bar was very friendly and helpful. The same goes to the bellman working in the morning.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
B
Bernardo partner
6
Pros:

Stains on the floor, humidity and ac issues

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
M
Manuel
8
Pros:

The building is old, as are the bathroom, carpets and electrical connections. However, the staff is courteous and pleasant and the price was right.

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
C
Carmen friends
10
Pros:

Everything was grwat since the moment we got there. The staff was very friendly. Our room was great.

2025-08-06 via Nuitee
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Excursion22804863840 Family Cardiff, South Wales, Wales
10
Barman Daniel was amazing.
Pros:

Barman Daniel was excellent. Introduced us to Costa Rican delicacy and made our visit feel special. Room was very nice but the pool is cold.

2025-07-30 via Tripadvisor
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sandratinglin NONE Jamaica, Queens, New York
4
Pros:

I found Daniel the bartender to be very pleasant and entertaining. He made us all kinds of drinks and the food was good at the bar. He was fun to be around. Also, Christian that work the morning shift in restaurant was very helpful in suggesting places to visit. The staff in general was pleasant.
But, I am annoyed that this hotel is part of Bonvoy group. I consider those hotel to be at a certain level. This hotel lobby was very nice, but when entering the room it is a different story. The rooms are damp and smell of mold. I think the carpets need to be removed. Also, the tub leaks and toilet was not working well. The lighting in room is dim. Housekeeping cleaned my room but never replaced my towels and calling front desk was a mess, no answer. I had to go down to the pool for towels. The pool need to be tended to often. Accidents can happen around the pool if it is not taken care of properly. But for the 2hours by the pool, I didnt see one worker there, and it was slippery around the pool.
Our best time is hanging out with Daniel the bartender.

2025-07-23 via Tripadvisor
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SheenaT157 Friends getaway Hartford, Connecticut
6
Interesting Stay
Pros:

I will start off by saying that this was an interesting stay for me. I stayed a total of 6 days. Hotel is located in the city atmosphere of San Jose and you can walk to a lot of stores and restaurants. You won’t be bothered at anytime. Single female and I felt safe. Check-in was seamless and quick.
I visited the bar in the hotel every night and Daniel was a delight: he was helpful with suggestions n what to see or visit.
He was so amazing with our group that came in the next day. Every night we visited the bar and we were def entertained. If you stay def make it a must stop for you.
Now for a review on the hotel/ rooms.
The rooms were a little dated. The tub looked liked it has not been cleaned in weeks.
Figured it was wear and tear. There was an incident that had me questioning my security of the hotel.l along with my safety. The day after I checked in. There is a knock at my door. I replied “ Yes ne second” In The time it took for me to walk from my bed to the door. It was being unlocked.
I was very surprised by this. Turns out it was a gentleman looking to show the room. He asked me, “ did you just check in?” I said, “ no I checked in the day before .” He apologized and left.
About hour and a half later another knock at my door. I did end up answering and it was a lady looking to show my room again.
To me that was disconcerting.
I mentioned it to the front desk. They said they would look into it.
I spoke to Alan the front desk manager he was not aware of of complaint.
But he was able to provide me information letting me know it was their hospitality staff and it was a miscommunication.
So before this information was given I wa beyond wary.
I have never experienced this traveling. The staff was helpful.

2025-07-21 via Tripadvisor