The Victorian Hotel CR

Hotels
Independent
7.8 (13 reviews)
Paseo Colon, 28 y 30 Street, San José, San jose, 00000 , San José , CR

Facilities

Free breakfast
Health or beauty spa nearby
Lot hours - 24 hours
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Continental breakfast
Street parking
Free breakfast
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Good location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Rundown appearance
Cleanliness concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.88
The place is quite rundown and not as nice as it looks in the photos.
Service
8.85
Staff were helpful and friendly, enhancing the experience.
Location
8.39
Located not far from city center, with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
7.34
Rooms have a/c and were generally described as comfortable.
Amenities
7.87
Facilities like a big bathtub and free breakfast contribute positively.
Value for Money
7.33
Prices are reflective of the offerings and location.
Food and Beverage
7.88
Breakfast is substantial and tasty.
Overall Experience
7.85
A generally positive experience with some room for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:31

Property Description

Onsite massages and complimentary internet access: Pamper yourself with onsite massages or make use of the other amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access.

Dining options and bar/lounge: Enjoy a meal at Feathers or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Convenient amenities and services: Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

To book your stay at The Victorian Hotel CR and experience these amenities, visit our website or call us directly.

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Pets

    Service animals are allowed

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 13 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.88
Service: 8.85
Location: 8.39
Room Quality: 7.34
Amenities: 7.87
Value for Money: 7.33
Food and Beverage: 7.88
Overall Experience: 7.85
A
Anthony
8
Good
Pros:

In general quite good. Staff helpful. Located not far from city center and museums and restaurants.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
C
Corey
10
Pros:

A great place to stay. Clean and has a/c in rooms. Great staff. A beautiful place.

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
L
Linda
6
Rundown but with nice staff
Pros:

This place is quite rundown and not as nice as it looks in the photos. However, the breakfast is okay, and the staff are very friendly. It's well located, as you can simply walk along the same street and reach the Mercado Central and other attractions. Even though it's located on a very trafficked street, the room that we got was really quiet.

2025-07-16 via Nuitee
Y
Yaritza family
10
Pros:

Muy buena experiencia. Habitaciones cómodas, personal atento y un ambiente tranquilo ideal para descansar--y definitivamente volvería.

Tuve una muy buena experiencia. Las habitaciones son cómodas, el personal es atento y el ambiente tranquilo es perfecto para relajarse. Sin duda, me alojaría allí de nuevo.

2025-07-13 via Nuitee
T
Travis
10
A very good stay.
Pros:

I would like to first say thank you to Cameron. Christian, Dorothy, and Julio for being wonderful hosts during my brief stay.

Each of them at different times went out of their way to make me feel welcome.

The Victorian Hotel is a wonderful older house with classic charm. Aside from the charm, it had plentiful hot water, my room had a great big bathtub tha was great to soak in, and each room has air conditioning.

Soap, hair dryer, everything good expect to find, you will..

It's in a perfect spot on Paseo Colon which is a heavy traffic, main boulevard but you'll hear little city noise.

The free breakfast is huge and tasty and would run you close to twenty US dollars at Sopa Tapia.

The people and the place represent the spirit of San José very well.

Again, my thanks.

2025-07-12 via Nuitee
M
Marcela
6
Casarão
Pros:

O lugar é muito bonito, antigo, adaptado. Não oferece café da manhã colonial, não tem frigobar, nem ducha higiênica e não tem ar condicionado em todos os quartos. Mas são quartos grandes e confortáveis.

2025-05-21 via Nuitee
T
Terry
10
Pros:

Great customer service and very helpful staff.

2025-04-17 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
One night stay
Pros:

This is a beautifully restored Victorian house. The breakfast is delicious, the staff and owner couldn't be nicer or more facilitating. We were able to leave our luggage there all day and pass the time in the lobby. The area isn't very nice but when you're in hotel you aren't aware of it. The second floor rooms are up the stairs, since there's no elevator.

2025-03-27 via Nuitee
C
Christian
10
Muchas gracias por la hospitalidad
Pros:

Súper amables y súper atentos. Sin duda será un hospedaje donde volveré cuando esté en San Jose

2025-02-21 via Nuitee
H
Hillar
10
Pros:

The staff were really accommodative with me and my injury.

2025-02-18 via Nuitee
M
Michael partner
4
Pros:

Was a very unique property but lacked essentials. Room had no fridge. No chair. No iron. No blow dryer.

2025-02-16 via Nuitee
B
Bradley
10
Pros:

Probably the best staff I have ever encountered in all of my many journeys all over the world. Great service and food. Quaint and delightful place . Prime location for Paseo Colon

2025-01-31 via Nuitee
M
May friends
4
Pros:

Old, not flexible

2025-01-23 via Nuitee