Hotel Aranjuez

Hotels
8.4 (1519 reviews)
Calle 19, Avs. 11-13, de la Iglesia Sta. Teresita, 200 mtrs. al norte, 200 mtrs. al oeste y 25 al sur. , San José , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast options
Central location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noisy rooms
Poor room conditions

Categories

Cleanliness
7.79
Several reviews mention issues with odors and cleanliness, including mold and spiders.
Service
9.76
Consistent positive feedback on the helpful and friendly staff.
Location
9.3
Reviewers praise the location as being central and convenient.
Room Quality
7.25
Complaints about outdated rooms and noise from outside were noted.
Amenities
8.78
The hotel offers nice communal areas and a good breakfast.
Value for Money
7.24
Mixed opinions on value for money with some feeling it was disproportionate.
Food and Beverage
8.79
Breakfast was frequently mentioned positively across several reviews.
Overall Experience
8.26
Overall experience varies, but many enjoyed their stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:54

Property Description

Eco-Friendly Urban Oasis

Hotel Aranjuez invites you to experience an authentic Costa Rican lodging in an eco-friendly urban oasis. The property, made up of five charming wooden houses from the 30s, is surrounded by lush tropical gardens, offering a serene retreat in the heart of the city.

Convenient Amenities

Each room at Hotel Aranjuez is thoughtfully decorated and equipped with modern amenities such as a 32" flat screen TV, hot water, safety-deposit box, and a desk. The hotel also boasts a 24-hour front desk, tour desk, luggage storage, laundry facilities, and complimentary parking for your convenience.

Prime Location

Situated just a short distance from major attractions like the National Museum and Jade Museum, Hotel Aranjuez provides easy access to key landmarks and the vibrant culinary scene at Paseo Gastronomico La Luz. Book now to immerse yourself in the beauty of Costa Rica at Hotel Aranjuez.

Important information:

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.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for US$5 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 6 years old and over stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1519 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.79
Service: 9.76
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 8.78
Value for Money: 7.24
Food and Beverage: 8.79
Overall Experience: 8.26
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ANNE • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Le côté local carnaval et la qualité du restaurant.

Cons:

Un peu brouillant

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Lina • couple • es
6
A mixed bag
Pros:

Artsy hotel with a great breakfast and nice staff. Well located in walking distance from a bunch of restaurants and the center.

Cons:

The mattress in my room was so firm it made my back hurt. The staff was kind to change my room to one with a more comfortable bed.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Jourdan • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Le petit déjeuner bien fourni pris sur la terrasse entourée de végétation à l'écart de l'agitation de San José.
L'emplacement qui permet de visiter San José à pied.
La décoration sympa.
Hôtel calme comparativement à d'autres hôtels de San José.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • us
9
Nice boutique property with a very friendly staff.
Pros:

Breakfast was great!

Cons:

Rooms could use a fan for air circulation.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Varela • solo_traveller • cr
1
Unfair currency conversion and poor transparency
Pros:

The location is good and the hotel has a nice atmosphere.

Cons:

I had a negative experience with the payment process.
My reservation was clearly in USD ($85.78), but the hotel forced me to pay in Costa Rican colones using an unfair exchange rate (around CRC 515 per USD), which is significantly higher than the bank rate (~CRC 462).
I was not given any option to choose the currency, and as a result I was overcharged by approximately CRC 6,000 (~$13 USD).
This lack of transparency in pricing and forced currency conversion is unacceptable and misleading.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Gilberto Luis Sanches • solo_traveller • br
10
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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CARLOS • couple • es
7
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Martina • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Marco Antonio de Souza • couple • br
8
Bom custo benefício
Pros:

Localização muito boa e os esquilos no café da manhã são uma experiência a parte

Cons:

Estacionamento restrito

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
E
Elisabeth • family_with_children • be
10
Très bon séjour
Pros:

Personnel très accueillant.
Bâtiment typique
Parfait

Cons:

Rien

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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nuria • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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João Pedro • solo_traveller • br
7
Pros:

Café da manhã muito bom

Cons:

Banheiro um pouco feio.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
K
Katharina • couple • de
8
Pros:

Tolles frisches Frühstück

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Alejandra • couple • es
9
Repetiría
Pros:

El desayuno es buenísimo y en una zona preciosa.

Cons:

Habitaciones muy sencillas y básicas. Limpias.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Giuliana • extended_group • ar
10
Pros:

Hermoso hotel con un desayuno muy bueno! Muchas opciones variadas y muy rico todo, una muy buena estadía!

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Marilù • solo_traveller • it
9
QUICK STAYING IN SAN JOSÈ
Pros:

Staff super kindly, good position and perfect breakfast

Cons:

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2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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BERNIERE • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

À 15min a pied de tout le Centre. Personnel adorable. Petit déj génial au milieu de la végétation. Statuettes déco rigolotes partout dans les couloirs de l'hôtel.

Cons:

Un peu sonore et des installations relativement datées mais c'est ce qui fait le charme de ce genre de lieux

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Veronique • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Day • solo_traveller • cr
9
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Ana Violeta • solo_traveller • cr
9
Bello hotel en Aranjuez
Pros:

La ubicación y el restaurante. Excelente agua caliente en el baño

Cons:

La cantidad de gradas que hay que subir. La mocheta tan alta en la ducha 🚿

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee