Providing free WiFi, Hotel El Descanso offers rooms in San José, 1.8 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 3.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. The property is set 6.2 km from Parque Diversiones, 19 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 24 km from Parque Viva. The property is non-smoking and is located 48 km from Poas National Park. At the hotel, every room comes with a wardrobe, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Jardin Botanico Lankester is 28 km from Hotel El Descanso, while Barva Volcano is 31 km away. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International Airport, 6 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.4
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.2
Free WiFi
8.7
Low score for San José
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tove
    Sweden Sweden
    We felt very safe at the hotel and the staff was very friendly
  • Lucio
    Iraq Iraq
    Easily the most convenient hotel if you have an overnight bus to pick up. Very close to both the Ticabus terminal and the Pulmitan one with buses that go to Guacanaste. Staff are very accommodating and the room is excellent value.
  • Martin
    Germany Germany
    It's been a pleasant stay with friendly and professional hosts and clean rooms. The Wifi is excellent with a good speed and reliable. Located in central San José there are shops and restaurants nearby in the area.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Hotel El Descanso

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Media & Technology
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Hotel El Descanso takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 18:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 2 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hotel El Descanso in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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

FAQs about Hotel El Descanso

  • The prices at Hotel El Descanso may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Hotel El Descanso is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Hotel El Descanso is 0.7 miles from the centre of San José. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Hotel El Descanso include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Single
    • Twin

  • Hotel El Descanso offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):