Name: Hotel Palma Real
Address: Sabana Norte, (200 Metros Norte del ICE), 01005 San José, Costa Rica, Sabana Norte, (200 Metros Norte del ICE), San José, 01005, Costa Rica
Rating: 8.1

Hotel Palma Real

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Hotel Palma Real is set in San José, 400 metres from La Sabana Park, home to the Costa Rica National Stadium. The hotel offers a gym, free Wi-Fi and parking, Parking has an additional cost. Modern, air-conditioned rooms feature wooden floors, a TV and coffee maker. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and slippers. A free buffet breakfast is offered in the Hotel Palma Real's restaurant. There is also a bar. The hotel has a 24-hour reception. An airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge. San José Airport is 14 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)
Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Buffet

Rooms with:

City view
Mountain view
Landmark view

Private parking available

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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Room type	Number of guests	Today's price	Your choices	To save you time, we’ve selected this property’s typical room type for two people. You can always change room type or quantity below. Select rooms
Standard Room one bed or two beds 1 double bed and 1 large double bed Room 225 feet² Airconditioning Private bathroom Flat-screen TV Coffee Machine Free toiletries Safety deposit box Bath or shower Towels Linen Socket near the bed Desk TV Telephone Ironing facilities Tea/Coffee maker Iron Hairdryer Wake up service/Alarm clock Cable channels Wake-up service Wardrobe or closet Upper floors accessible by elevator Clothes rack Toilet paper Hand sanitiser Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation	Max persons: 2	US$99 per night Original price US$351 Late Escape Deal - US$52.65 This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Total before taxes US$298.35 US$99 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges. 15% off 15% off You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal. Late Escape Deal Late Escape Deal This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Excluded: 13 % VAT	Very good breakfast included Partially refundable Pay the property before arrival discount may be available • We have 7 left	Select rooms
Junior Suite 1 extra-large double bed Private suite 388 feet² Airconditioning Private bathroom Flat-screen TV Coffee Machine	Max persons: 2	US$143 per night Original price US$504 Late Escape Deal - US$75.60 This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Total before taxes US$428.40 US$143 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges. 15% off 15% off You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal. Late Escape Deal Late Escape Deal This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Excluded: 13 % VAT	Very good breakfast included Partially refundable Pay the property before arrival discount may be available • We have 3 left	Select rooms
Master Suite Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed Bedroom 2: 1 single bed and 1 large double bed Private suite 1131 feet² Kitchenette Private bathroom Balcony Mountain View Landmark View City View Airconditioning Spa Bath Flat-screen TV Soundproofing Coffee Machine	Max persons: 2	US$253 per night Original price US$894 Late Escape Deal - US$134.10 This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Total before taxes US$759.90 US$253 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges. 15% off 15% off You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal. Late Escape Deal Late Escape Deal This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026. Excluded: 13 % VAT	Very good breakfast included Partially refundable Pay the property before arrival discount may be available • We have 1 left	Select rooms

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Guests who stayed here loved

Tram

Canada

“Amazing food, comfy bed, very clean washroom and extremely helpful staff. I will be back”

Alexandra

Austria

“Clean, spacious room, had all necessary toiletries like shampoo conditioner hairdryer”

Sophie

United Kingdom

“Comfortable place to stay with friendly staff and great restaurant meals after flying into SJO.”

Anna

Italy

“Good price and one of the best rooms we had in Costa Rica. The basics were all there: hot water and good water pressure, clean beds/no need bugs, decent noise-proofing, good buffet breakfast. The personnel was also very friendly. The hotel is only...”

Cobb

Costa Rica

“Room was quiet and cozy. I specifically asked for a room far away from the casino (didn't realize when I first booked it that it was part of a casino). They gave me a room on the top floor. Didn't hear a peep. Was also great that the restaurant...”

Timea

Canada

“The location was great! The hotel was very easy to get to by car. Everything was super clean: our bedroom, the bathrooms, the foyers, restaurant. The selection at breakfast was basic but everything was very delicious.”

Deryn

United Kingdom

“Reasonably priced, functional hotel well-positioned between airport and city centre. New bathrooms. Happy to provide early breakfast-to-go. Worked well for Tortuguero transport pickup. Really nice reception staff.”

Conor

United Kingdom

“The staff were very welcoming and approachable with any issues. The location itself is not bad, we needed somewhere near to our car rental place so it suited us but the park is close by and is very good for a stroll. The beds were fine, nothing...”

Pamela

Brazil

“Common areas are good, rooms were spacious (but need some renovation), breakfast did not have many options but would vary everyday and the things that were offered were tasty. Staff is increadibly kind.”

Florian

Germany

“Great place, very helpful staff. I returned to Palma Real another 2 times during my trip. It was a cozy safe heaven.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

Restaurante #1

Cuisine
International
Ambiance
Family friendly • Modern

House rules

Hotel Palma Real takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 01:00 to 00:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Cot upon request

Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Hotel Palma Real