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Hotel Santo Tomas

locationSan Jose, San Jose / Central Valley

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About Hotel Santo TomasAbout Hotel Santo Tomas

Location

The hotel is located in Barrio Amón, one of the oldest districts of San Jose, which is a designated national heritage site due to its architectural, historical and cultural value. The hotel is ideally placed for guests who want to make use of the local shopping amenities, take tours or visit the many parks and museums for a few days.

Facility

The hotel was built in 1909. Guests have a choice of 30 non-smoking rooms, including 7 single rooms and 6 double rooms, located in two 2-storey buildings with lifts. English-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service, cash machine and drinks machine. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a TV room and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a car hire service, medical assistance, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a hairdresser and a coin-operated laundry. Bicycles can be kept in the bicycle storage area. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.

Rooms

A fan ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered a selection of towels. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sport

Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool area. Fun on the waterslide and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. Comfortable sun loungers are available on the terrace. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, aerobics, a spa, a sauna, massage treatments, a solarium and hiking.

Meals

Dining facilities include a breakfast room and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A continental breakfast guarantees a great start to the day.

Payment

The hotel accepts the following credit cards: VISA and MasterCard.

Amenities at Hotel Santo Tomas Amenities at Hotel Santo Tomas

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      24-hour reception

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      Air conditioning

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      Bar(s)

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      Bicycle Cellar

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      Car Park

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      Cloakroom

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      Currency Exchange

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      Disability-friendly

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      Garage

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      Hairdresser

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      Hotel Safe

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      Laundry Facilities

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      Laundry Service

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      Lifts

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      Medical Assistance

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      Playground

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      Restaurant(s)

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      Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area

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      Room Service

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      Shops

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      Small supermarket

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      TV Room

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      Waterslide

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      Wifi

  • Hygiene

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      Contactless check-in/-out

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      Contactless payment

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      Enhanced cleaning programme

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      Hand sanitiser

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      Health checks on staff

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      Housekeeping only upon request

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      Hygiene training for staff

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      Mandatory mask-wearing

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      Medical teleconsultation

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      No high-touch furnishings

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      No high-touch furnishings in public areas

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      Protective equipment for employees

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      Sanitiser dispenser

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      Social distancing regulations

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      Use of commercially available disinfectants

  • Meals

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      Continental Breakfast

  • Sport/Entertainment

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      Aerobics

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      Gym

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      Jacuzzi

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      Massage

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      Outdoor Pool(s)

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      Sauna

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      Sun loungers

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      Sun terrace

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      Tanning Studio/Solarium

LocationLocation

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Around this property:

City Centre

400 m

Beach

70 km

User Rating & ReviewsUser Rating & Reviews

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Excellent

690

Very Good

402

Average

114

Poor

25

Terrible

17

Recent Reviews: 1248

  • User:P6036VNlisah

    Trip type: Couples

    Clean, unique and economical.

    rating12 Mar 2026

    Our group of 3 couples stayed here for one night before embarking on the Camino de Costa Rica. The staff were friendly and helpful. The building had character, breakfast was tasty (although the coffee was very weak). Beds were comfortable; the whole hotel was very clean. We would stay here again.

  • User:bookwifey

    Trip type: Couples

    An oasis in the centre of the city

    rating02 Mar 2026

    We really enjoyed our stay here. This is a lovely hotel with a pool in a yard, which is great for relaxing after sightseeing.Our room was large and comfortable. I would definitely recommend a room on the top floor.Breakfast was really good and the staff were great.

  • User:Johanna F

    Trip type: Business

    Great Hotel Stay! Thank you!

    rating09 Feb 2026

    Thank you very much to the great team of the Hotel. I was always well taken care of everything, even last minute day trips, guidance on the city etc. The breakfast was very nnice and the jacuzzi is great too :) Thank you for everything! William Douglas, General Manager at Hotel Santo Tomas, responded to this review Hi Josi, wonderful having you with us, and I will be sure to tell my staff your kind words. Thank you so much for such an outstanding review!Thomas, Heidy, and Our Staff

  • User:Julia M

    Trip type: Solo travel

    Nice hotel in a marginal neighborhood

    rating02 Feb 2026

    my room with balcony was fine. Staff was nice and helpful. although breakfast is included, they were unable to provide any type of accommodation including coffee before 7 AM .The door to my balcony did not lock. no ice was available.From a security perspective, most importantly the neighborhood is marginal. my tour operator told me that the neighborhood becomes quite dangerous at night. AdvisorHST, at Hotel Santo Tomas, responded to this review Hi Julia, thank you for your kind words. You must have missed the coffee machine in the lobby, available 24/7, grinds the beans for a fresh cup and offers 12 different beverages, especially that mocha!Thank you Thomas

  • User:LadyCx

    Trip type: Solo travel

    Decent One-Night Stay After a Long Flight

    rating15 Nov 2025

    I booked just one night at this hotel as a stopover after a long flight from the UK to Costa Rica. Thankfully, I chose a ground-floor double room with a private bathroom. The room was well presented, although it looked a little tired in places.I checked in around 9 p.m., and the process was quick. To enter the hotel, you need to ring a doorbell (which isn’t very obvious) and then go up around seven steps to reach the reception area. After checking in, I was shown to my room. No assistance was offered with my luggage, so I was glad I’d chosen a ground-floor room. The hotel appears to have two floors, and I didn’t see an elevator, so if you’re staying on the first floor, be prepared to carry your bags up about 20 steps.Breakfast was included in the stay. It’s quite basic, with three options to choose from. I had the scrambled eggs with rice and beans, plantain, and toast, which arrived in about five minutes. It was okay—simple but filling. Coffee and juice were also available. I noticed a few other guests left a fair bit of their breakfast, but I finished mine.The breakfast area has around four tables and was quiet when I arrived at about 7:30 a.m., with only three tables occupied. After breakfast, I checked out and spent some time exploring the city before heading to my next destination..

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