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Santo Tomas Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with full-service spa, connected to a shopping center, near Plaza de la Cultura

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Waterslide
Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs | View from room
Concierge desk
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Santo Tomas Hotel, nestled near Plaza de la Cultura, offers an inviting atmosphere where families can unwind. Enjoy a delicious local breakfast and spend the day lounging by the pool with a waterslide or relaxing at the spa with hydrotherapy treatments.

Popular amenities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • Waterslide
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Car rentals on site

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
The current price is $84
includes taxes & fees
$74 per night
Apr 30 - May 1

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Original 1908 Economy Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Original 1908 Economy Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs | Room amenity

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

Highlights

Balcony
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Hotel Cultura Plaza

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 357 reviews
The price is $72
includes taxes & fees
$64 per night
May 25 - May 26
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About the neighborhood

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7th Avenue, between 3rd and 5th Street, San José, San Jose, 10101

What's nearby

  • Morazan Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 20 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 27 min drive
  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 11 min walk
  • San Jose Fercori Station - 13 min walk
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante El Mirador - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Silvestre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Social - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Criollita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Rojo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Santo Tomas Hotel

Santo Tomas Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sabana Park. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps, or facials. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a hot tub. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, covered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Onsite garage
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Shared microwave

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Waterslide
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Rafting nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1908
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Waterslide
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Dryer

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Santo Tomas
Hotel Tomas
Santo Tomas Hotel
Tomas Hotel
Tomas Santo
Santo Tomas
Hotel Santo Tomas Costa Rica/San Jose

Frequently asked questions

Does Santo Tomas Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Santo Tomas Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Santo Tomas Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (6-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (14-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Santo Tomas Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as rafting. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Santo Tomas Hotel also has a waterslide, a fitness center, and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Santo Tomas Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Santo Tomas Hotel like?

Santo Tomas Hotel is in Carmen, a short 2-minute walk from Morazan Park and 5 minutes' walk from Plaza de la Cultura. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

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Santo Tomas Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and catered well to various dietary needs, including gluten-free options. (29 reviews)
  • The pool and hot tub were a wonderful bonus, providing a great experience for guests. (11 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a great bonus, enjoyed by many guests for relaxation. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in central San Jose that offers a great breakfast and is located within walking distance of several parks and the Plaza de la Cultura
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small room that was spotlessly clean. Enjoyed the breakfast
Theresa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Characterful place in city

Convenient for city and museums. Excellent restaurant just along the road Cafe Rojo
Diane, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice friendly team.

Nice stay in this facility. Staff were very pleasant and friendly. Breakfast was good. Lovely old building. Room was clean. Location was ok for downtown SJ but extra care needed in area very close by. Wouldn't want to stray too far in the wrong direction after dark ( or early Sunday morning as we did !) would recommend this place.
Agnella, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great spot, wish I could stay longer
Herbert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great small hotel friendly helpfull staff Excellent location all the gems of San Jose In easy walking distance. Great stop on the way in or out of the country. Also a good base for day trips...
Ralph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant stay while passing through San Jose sever

Very pleasant historical building. Clean and comfortable. Great helpful staff. Location is convenient for walking to museums and interesting old neighborhoods. Severalvery good restaurants nearby.
Paula, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice pool and jacuzzi
manton, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I appreciated the hotel's interesting atmosphere and the friendly staff. Its location was ideal, being close to both shopping and key landmarks.
Kayvan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, large room, pretty hotel

Very nice large room with a balcony, the pool was nice to relax in, the front desk staff were friendly and helpful, the inclusive breakfast was simple but enjoyable. The hotel is a very interesting building. We had a very pleasant stay here. The location was good for us, we could walk around San Jose from here.
Nigeil, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff members

The hotel is different and cosy, I am really want to say the hotel was lovely because the staff Olga, Rosa, Claudia, Francine make our Holidays so much more special they cook my breakfast with Lots love I think the best thing about this place:-)
Adriana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room with a hot shower. Jacuzzi was so nice. Breakfast was wonderful. Staff is very nice. Definitely a great place to stay. Highly recommend!
Yarrow, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love the features of this gorgeous hotel. The owner was super helpful and friendly. We were very pleased with our room amenities and the pool/spa area. Breakfast is a basic, but nourishing bonus!
Meira, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was pretty good for the price, jacuzzi was nice, room was clean. Location is close to down town area. Owner is very welcoming and nice. Overall a pleasant experience.
Jayson, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like the architecture of the hotel
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Back street oasis!

Lovely small back street hotel which feels like an oasis in the bustling city. Easy walking distance to all the main sights. Helpful staff on reception. cafe and bars on the doorstep and a handy store for the essentials around the corner.
Dawn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, plenty of parking, kind and pleasant staff. Very nice room
Andrew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice location, nice people
Jean-Yves, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well maintained hotel. Convenient to most attractions in San Jose. Extremely friendly and helpful owner and staff. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good. Overall, definitely recommend.
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel I've stayed a few times. Staff is great.
RICHARD, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Old World Charm

I used to walk past Hotel Santo Tomas every day. I would look through the gate at that pretty jellybean swimming pool and think, “one day I’ll stay here.“ 20 years later here I am. It is charming. The staff is friendly. All of which makes up for the fact that it is an old building. The wooden floor creeks a little bit. Well worth my two- night stay.
Howard Randall, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and well maintained plus a jacuzzi hot tub on site. Breakfast was very good
RICHARD, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel.
kala, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property has light bright spacious rooms perfect for couples and solo travellers. Located in the middle of every place worth seeing in San Jose by foot. Good value too. Will be returning there before I leave Costa rica
michelle, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely bfast at the pool area; helpful staff. Interesting and comfortable accommodations, although our room was on an air shaft. Area is dead at night and we were told to take a taxi anywhere. Cafe Rojo down the street great Vietnamese. Only uber eats if you arrive after 8:30.
Debbie, 3-night trip