The Victorian Hotel

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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.3

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Victorian Hotel in San José offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a TV, wardrobe, and balcony with garden views. Wellness and Leisure: Guests can relax at the spa and wellness centre, sun terrace, and lush garden. The hotel features a hot tub, sauna, and outdoor seating area. Dining Experience: The modern, romantic restaurant serves brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktails. Breakfast options include continental, American, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Convenient Location: Located 17 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport, the hotel is an 18-minute walk from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Nearby attractions include Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica (2.7 km) and Parque Diversiones (6 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, American, Breakfast to go

    • Rooms with:

    • Garden view

    • FREE private parking!

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Deluxe Twin Room
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 17 September 2025
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Continental breakfast included
  • 2 double beds
US$217 for 3 nights
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Junior Suite
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 large double bed
US$255 for 3 nights
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Deluxe Queen Suite
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$319 for 3 nights
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Deluxe Double Room
Only 2 rooms left on our site
  • 1 large double bed
Room
161 feet²
Bath
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • TV
  • Iron
  • Fan
  • Dressing room
  • Cable channels
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Hearing accessible
Max adults: 2
US$72 per night
Price US$217
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 17 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$65 per night
Price US$195
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 17 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Deluxe Twin Room
  • 2 double beds
Room
215 feet²
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$72 per night
Price US$217
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 17 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
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Junior Suite
  • 1 large double bed
Private suite
269 feet²
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Bath
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$85 per night
Price US$255
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 17 September 2025
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Deluxe Queen Suite
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Private suite
323 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$106 per night
Price US$319
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Exceptional breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 18:00 on 17 September 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bella
    Australia Australia
    “Gorgeous hotel! The staff were absolutely wonderful – especially Cameron and the lovely woman at the front desk (whose name I sadly forgot). The room was perfect: the shower was excellent, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. Couldn’t have...”
  • Miranda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Staff were amazing, informative and helpful, suggesting restaurants, trips etc It's old colonial style, but that's what makes it. Great breakfast, chilled out bar and homely feel”
  • Annelise
    Brazil Brazil
    “Location was good, the room was spacious, hot shower, nice staff, historical building”
  • Yi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The house is a very old fashioned cute place with a gorgeous courtyard. All the staff are very friendly and helpful. I stayed on my first night when I arrived at St Jose and came back for another two nights before my departure.”
  • Nuria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful hotel with lots of history. Excellent deco. Staff super friendly, Christian was great telling me the story of the house and how to cook the plantain and frijoles :) Only 6 minute walk to the centre. Breakfast was very good too.”
  • Donna
    Australia Australia
    “Beautiful Old Hotel, my room was clean and the bed very comfortable, the staff were wonderful. highly recommend.”
  • Job
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Excellent stay in San José. Located in a beautiful historical house, the room was a good size, clean, and with comfortable beds. The inside patio was green and sunny, and the staff were happy to go beyond to accommodate our needs. The breakfast...”
  • Kirstin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “What a tranquil spot in the heart of San Jose. From the outside you may think that it could be a little loud given its central location but once you walk through the front doors (and the stunning interior decor) you are met with complete serenity...”
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautifully renovated building with original artwork. Owner and staff were friendly and accommodating. No dislikes.”
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely old building, nicely decorated, friendly staff and cosy room. The Costa Rican breakfast is great.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Feathers by The Victorian Hotel
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:30 to 00:00
Check-out
From 11:30 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.