Auténtico Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (431 reviews)
The Autentico Hotel is located in the capital city, near the metropolitan park La Sabana, more specifically between 5 and 7 Avenues 40th Street. , San José , cr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast variety
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Room noise
Cleanliness issues
Location far from the center

Categories

Cleanliness
7.63
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, affecting the score.
Service
9.1
Multiple reviews praised the staff for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.14
Location is convenient for some, but noted as far from the city center.
Room Quality
7.59
Rooms had mixed reviews; some guests mentioned outdated and noisy rooms.
Amenities
8.62
Amenities like the breakfast and pool area received positive feedback.
Value for Money
8.08
Value perceived as fair for some, but room quality concerns affect score.
Food and Beverage
8.63
Breakfast variety and quality were positively highlighted in several reviews.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall experience was pleasant despite some issues; guests enjoyed their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 04:18

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations

Experience elegance and simplicity at Auténtico Hotel in San José. The rooms offer modern amenities including air conditioning, cable TV, and a coffee machine. Relax in the private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and enjoy the convenience of a desk and safety deposit box.

Exceptional Facilities

Indulge in the outdoor pool, restaurant, and bar at Auténtico Hotel. With a 24-hour front desk, garden, and meeting facilities, your stay is guaranteed to be seamless. Enjoy activities like golfing and take advantage of free parking during your visit.

Convenient Location

Located near popular attractions such as the Costa Rican Art Museum and Metropolitan Cathedral, Auténtico Hotel offers easy access to the best of San José. Book now for a memorable stay in Costa Rica.

Important information:

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

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 at a location nearby (reservation is not 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 existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 9 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 10 years old to 17 years old stay for US$20 per person per night when using an existing 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

8.3
Based on 431 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 8.14
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.08
Food and Beverage: 8.63
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Liana family_with_children cz
10
2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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Valentina family_with_children hr
10
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is excellent and made it very easy to explore the area. The buffet breakfast was outstanding, with a great variety of fresh and delicious options. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything we needed. We also really appreciated that we were able to leave our luggage at the hotel after check-out, which made our departure much more convenient.
We would definitely recommend this hotel and would gladly stay here again!

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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soo family_with_children us
9
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Adrian couple pl
8
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Anthony family_with_children gb
8
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Andrea extended_group es
8
2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Mauricio couple cr
9
Pros:

Good quality food, ample parking space, friendly staff, great location very close to La Sabana Park.

Cons:

Facilities show their age/wear and tear, but they're still pretty decent accommodations.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Rémy extended_group fr
10
2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Landgraf couple br
9
2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Stewart bent couple cr
10
2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Alejandro family_with_children es
9
Pros:

Vor allem die Freundlichkeit der Personal und das Essen.

Cons:

Ich habe keine Beschwerde.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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belen family_with_children es
7
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Reyna couple mx
10
Pros:

Sus habitaciones, la atención del personal y su comida en el Restaurante muy rica

Cons:

Falta servicio de maletero y servicio al cuarto

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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STUART couple cl
9
An excellent San Jose base
Pros:

Centrally located with good facilities. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The restaurant food was reasonably priced and tasty. We stayed at the hotel three times for a total of four nights as we journeyed around the country.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Sergio couple ar
10
Pros:

Todo.hermoso hotel muy recomendable

Cons:

Nada

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Eva couple at
9
Schönes Hotel für Start/ Ende einer Rundreise durch Costs Rica
Pros:

Sehr gutes Frühstücksbüffet, auch mittags gibt es ein Buffet mit vielfältiger Auswahl, netter Poolbereich mit Liegen

Cons:

-

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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john couple gi
8
Good base in San Jose
Pros:

Restaurant, pool and reception.

Cons:

Very busy with large groups

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Mette couple dk
10
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Oscar family_with_children cr
10
Es auténtico, como ningún otro.
Pros:

El precio lo vale

Cons:

Todo es perfecto

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Luciana family_with_children ar
9
2026-02-08 via Nuitee