Hotel Aranjuez

Hotels
8.4 (1390 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

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Complaints about outdated rooms and noise from outside were noted.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 1390 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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Ana Maria couple us
9
Really nice place!
Pros:

This is a fantastic property in San Jose. Old houses combined into one with green spaces and unique de decor. Breakfast is fabulous in a nice terrace. Friendly staff. Our room was big and overlooking a private garden.

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
9
Great for a short stay.
Pros:

Quirky. Great breakfast and restaurant. Interesting vibe.

Cons:

No kettle in the room. No window to the outside and thin walls. Quite noisy when the wind blew. Very good for a short stay.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Silvia solo_traveller de
7
Pros:

Super Frühstück, gute Lage, schöne, landestypische Dekoration

Cons:

Fernseher nicht nutzbar, Tresor hatte keinen Schlüssel,

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Fabio couple it
9
Pros:

La posizione, colazione, arredo e giardino

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Melissa solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

Love the gardens and staff was amazing and the breakfast was 10 out of 10. We love this place ❤️

Cons:

The raccoons in the court yard at night

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Isabelle couple fr
6
2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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Diego couple ar
1
Sucio. Viejo. Un chasco
Pros:

Solo el restaurante

Cons:

No me gustó nada

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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jehan couple fr
9
Très bel endroit et super pdj
Pros:

L’ambiance

Cons:

Rien

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Emma extended_group gb
9
Highly recommend, would return
Pros:

Quirky, unique, great atmosphere, great breakfast, lovely staff, garden breakfast room

Cons:

Windows above doors let in light overnight, suggest a sleep mask to aid sleep. A little noisy early mornings (from 5am)

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Giulia solo_traveller it
8
2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Shanais extended_group us
9
This hotel has a beautiful atmosphere and the best breakfast in town!
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing! The outdoor spaces and the atmosphere was enchanting!

Cons:

A lot of noise could be heard from the room.

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
P
Patricia solo_traveller ca
6
It was OK, but I wouldn’t stay there again.
Pros:

The breakfast buffet was very good. Lots of choice with very good omelets made to order. The staff were friendly and helpful. The location was fine. We could walk to the gold museum.

Cons:

Our room, number 10, was very small. The bathroom was tiny. The drain in the shower did not work properly so you were standing in 3 inches of water. Other than that, the room was clean. We told the front desk about the shower and they did have someone look at it, but it still did not drain. The beds were very hard and uncomfortable. The hotel is an interesting conglomeration of buildings that connect and while it looks attractive with garden plantings it also looks very old and tired and needs updating. Photos look better than reality.

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Alexandra couple mx
10
Great hospitality at hotel Aranjuez!
Pros:

That it had late check-in as our flight landed 11:30 pm. The employee at the reception was very kind.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Luisa couple us
10
Pros:

Beautiful and relaxing. Breakfast was delicious

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Steven couple us
7
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
M
Mike couple gb
10
2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Gonzalez couple cr
10
2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Leonor couple de
8
Pros:

Desayuno fantástico!

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
L
Lourdes couple ca
8
Pros:

The building is beautiful, the location is amazing.

Cons:

The daytime receptionist was flamboyant, rude and not helpful. (Though all the other staff were incredibly nice.) Also, it's an older, wooden building, guests should be told about this and asked to be more respectful in terms of noise and music.

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Irene solo_traveller ch
9
2026-01-24 via Nuitee