Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central, quiet location near National Theatre and city attractions
Very friendly and welcoming staff/owner
Spacious rooms with high ceilings and comfortable beds
Pool and jacuzzi available
Free/available parking
Good value for money
Charming historic building and pleasant atmosphere
Cons:
Breakfast often limited, poor coffee and bad/industrial juice
Some cleanliness issues (dusty curtains, dirty upholstery, small towels)
No air conditioning in some rooms
No elevator; stairs can be slippery
Parking entry can be complicated and area may feel unsafe at night
Occasional shady window views

Categories

Cleanliness
7.2
Mixed signals: several reviews praise the rooms as very clean, but multiple comments call out dusty curtains, dirty upholstered furniture and small/insufficient towels; overall cleanliness somewhat below the otherwise positive service and facilities.
Service
9.6
Consistently praised: staff and owner repeatedly described as very friendly, helpful and welcoming; several reviewers highlight personalised service and feeling like a friend rather than a guest.
Location
9
Very positive: repeatedly described as central, quiet yet close to the National Theatre and city attractions; walking distance to sites and convenient for sightseeing.
Room Quality
8.8
Generally strong: rooms noted as spacious with high ceilings, wooden floors and comfortable beds; a few practical negatives (no AC in some rooms, awkward window views, stairs/elevator issues).
Amenities
7.6
Mixed: useful amenities like pool, jacuzzi and free parking are appreciated, but drawbacks include no AC in some rooms, no elevator (slippery stairs), and missing small conveniences (soda machine).
Value for Money
8.8
Positive: reviewers call it great value and a hidden gem for the price, considering location, service and room size.
Food and Beverage
6
Weakest area: multiple comments note the breakfast is limited/karig, poor coffee, industrial orange juice and lack of protein choices; several guests found F&B below expectations.
Overall Experience
9.4
Strong overall: many reviewers describe an excellent stay, hidden gem, oasis of calm and intention to return — positives in service, location and character outweigh the F&B and some cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 15:13

Property Description

Outdoor Pool and Hot Tub Oasis
Hotel Santo Tomas features a serene outdoor pool and hot tub area, enveloped by vibrant flowers, offering a perfect spot to unwind and relax.

Charming Rooms with Costa Rican Flair
Experience the essence of Costa Rica in the classic rooms at Santo Tomas Hotel, adorned with wooden floors, hanging plants, and cozy flowered bedding, providing a warm and welcoming ambiance.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a hearty Costa Rican breakfast, and explore nearby attractions like the Jade Museum and National Theatre, all while being just a short distance from various dining options.

To immerse yourself in the beauty of Barrio Amon at Hotel Santo Tomas, book now and indulge in a memorable stay.

Important information:

For reservations of 4 room nights or more, a full prepayment is required and is nonrefundable. The Credit Card will be charged at the time of booking, no refunds or changes acceptedPlease 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SJO

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1059 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.2
Service: 9.6
Location: 9
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 6
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Alison • extended_group • gb
8
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • au
8
good location
Pros:

good value with breakfast included

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Santos D • solo_traveller • us
8
8
Pros:

Very, clean

Cons:

location

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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MA • family_with_children • fr
8
Hôtel de charme parfait pour une étape à San José
Pros:

L’hôtel est très agréable. Une fois passée la grille d’entrée on pénètre dans un lieu avec beaucoup de charme. L’espace piscine est vraiment très agréable. Les chambres sont spacieuses, le personnel accueillant.

Cons:

Salle de bain un peu vieillotte. Poussière sous les lits.
L’emplacement de l’hôtel n’est pas très convivial.
Mais le petit bar en face nous a très bien accueilli pour une commande tardive.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Erik • solo_traveller • de
7
Sehr empfehlenswertes Hotel!
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal!

Cons:

Zimmer im unteren Geschoss waren wenig einladend. Im oberen Geschoss sehr gut, insbesondere die mit Balkon. Das Hotel verfügt über einen kleinen Pool, in dem man sich gut abkühlen kann.

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Irene • extended_group • it
5
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Niels • couple • nl
8
Praktische plek voor een nacht in San José
Pros:

Hotel ligt mooi centraal en ze hebben een perfecte parkeerplaats bij het hotel. Auto mocht er ook nog een tijdje staan na checkout. Personeel zoals overal erg vriendelijk en de kamer was heel ruim.

Cons:

Het ontbijt was wel wat karig en minimaal in vergelijking ook tot wat we op andere plekken in Costa Rica hebben gekregen.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Céline • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

L'emplacement, la qualité de la literie, la terrasse en face de la chambre.

Cons:

Le jus d'orange qui semble être industriel

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Annemieke • extended_group • gb
8
Excellent stay, very suitable for a few nights for exploring San Jose
Pros:

Historic building with beautiful high ceilings, wooden floors

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Seidy • couple • cr
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Annika • extended_group • be
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • gb
8
Friendly staff and good location
Pros:

The hotel is an oasis of calm in a busy capital close to the National Theatre. The nearby cafe Rays is a great option for lunch and dinner.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Marianna • extended_group • pl
10
Pros:

El personal muy amable y pendiente de ayudarnos.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Gerd • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Laurent de Paris • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Breakfast
Swimming-pool
The owner

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Magda • solo_traveller • cz
10
Pros:

Styl celého hotelu působil jako příjemná oáza .
Naprosto skvělá snídaně.
Velmi pohodlná postel.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Jason • couple • us
10
Don’t pass up this opportunity
Pros:

A GREAT hotel centrally located. The owner (Thomas) and staff make you feel like a friend not just a guest. Will stay here often upon return trips.

Cons:

Nothing. This is a hidden gem

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Hôtel plein de charme, personnel très accueillant.
La chambre était spacieuse, et confortable. L'accès au jacuzzi est agréable, après une journée de marche dans San José.
Et surtout la localisation de l'hôtel est parfaite : tout proche du centre de San José, et très calme.
De plus, il y a des places de parking gratuites si vous avez une voiture (ce qui était mon cas, mais je n'ai pas utilisé la voiture pendant mon séjour à San José car le centre ville est très proche de l'hôtel, donc c'est mieux de tout faire à pied...)

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Paola • family_with_children • cr
7
tranquilo y céntrico
Pros:

Me gustó la arquitectura del lugar, un lugar muy tranquilo y en el centro de la capital. El desayuno estuvo bastante bien, buen café. La habitación muy espaciosa con muchos muebles para colocar tus pertenencias. El jacuzzi delicioso, perfecto para un baño caliente antes de dormir.

Cons:

Las cortinas y los muebles afelpados estaban muy sucios, las cortinas estaban empolvadas y la habitación tiene poca ventilación. Las toallas eran muy pequeñas.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Chester • couple • us
8
Great value for the money, location is perfect, short walk to the city sites, room is large
Pros:

Central location, double check the address in Uber..it will take u to another hotel location

Cons:

No AC

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee