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    Balmoral Hotel

    1 539 reviews
    #19 of 78 Hotels in San Jose
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    Central Avenue between 7th & 9th Street, San Jose 10110, Costa Rica
    011 506 2222 5022
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children12
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    4.0
    1 539 reviews
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    • Very good37%
    • Average15%
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    011 506 2222 5022
    Central Avenue between 7th & 9th Street, San Jose 10110, Costa Rica See on map
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    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Air Conditioning
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    3 Star accommodation
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    All reviewsroad scholarcosta ricagold museumcentral locationpedestrian streetnice hotelbreakfast buffetthe heart of the cityfront desk staffwalking distancemini barcenter of san josesuperior roomnational theatreplenty of hot waterplantainsenjoyed my stay
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    Reviewed yesterday
    Excellent downtown location

    The rooms were spacious and clean. Lots of amenities right in the hotel. There were tons of restaurants and shops right out the door. Stayed here with my family and felt very safe and staff was friendly.

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    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Nice for the price

    Great staff except for the overnight staff, he was very rude and inconsiderate. But my over experience with the location and amenities was great. Hotel is in the middle of a busy center so don't expect to have quietness during your entire stay

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    Reviewed 4 July 2018
    Rude reception staff

    The bedroom was comfortable apart from the shower room . There is a curtain that is very annoying when having a shower . Very old fashion now to have curtain in the toilet ! However the most annoying thing was how rude the reception staff...More

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    Reviewed 3 July 2018
    Basic but Excellent Location

    The location is the best part of this place. The hotel is within very easy walking distance to most of the museums and attractions in San Jose. There are also many eateries and restaurants nearby, so it is not difficult to get around at all....More

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    Reviewed 2 July 2018
    Great Pillows!

    The beds were amazing with a big fluffy quilts and 4 pillows! Also the best breakfast buffet! Loved the location within walking distance of many shops and a great grocery. Staff was very friendly and accommodating.

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    Response from Alessandra G, Guest Relations Manager at Balmoral HotelResponded 3 July 2018

    Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased to learn you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you soon again. Best regards, Alessandra

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    US$80 - US$183 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #1 Safe Hotel in San Jose
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    #6 Business Hotel in San Jose
    #7 Centrally Located Hotel in San Jose
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    US$80 - US$183 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #2 Family Hotel in San Jose
    #6 Business Hotel in San Jose
    #7 Centrally Located Hotel in San Jose
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    Kristin W
    5 February 2018|
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    No. I had to arrange private transportation.
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    Response from acorna | Reviewed this property |
    Do you mean excursion pricing? Have you contacted the hotel? Generally, the excursion prices are rather similar between various distributors in Costa Rica, you can check them on the internet. Sometimes there are... More
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    "There are rooms without any window or view to the outside, do not get those room. its best you pay the extra..."
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    "Just please the curtain in the bath room into a glass panel"
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    "Ask for a room away from the stairs to the garage"
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    "The tv is not positioned in the right spot it is to close to entrance for and closet door room 330"
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