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Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June

Explore the area

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Avenida Central, Calle 5, 25 Mt de la Plaza de la Cultura, San José, San Jose, 10104
  • Place, National Theater of Costa Rica
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Morazan Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Studio Suite

Junior Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

San José

Hotel Cultura Plaza puts you in the heart of San José, within steps of Pre-Colombian Gold Museum and Plaza de la Cultura. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Other amenities include luggage storage, a front desk safe and a television in a common area. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Carmen hotel include Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

What's nearby

  • National Theater of Costa Rica - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Morazan Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mercado Central - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 9 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cultura5 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Vasconia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Patio del Balmoral Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Cultura Plaza

As a guest of Hotel Cultura Plaza, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a front desk safe, and a television in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Cultura Plaza offers 27 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel
Hotel Cultura Plaza San José
Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

Hotel Cultura Plaza offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Cultura Plaza on 15 Jun 2026 start from NZ$141, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Hotel Cultura Plaza a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Cultura Plaza.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

No, Hotel Cultura Plaza does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Cultura Plaza Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 502 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Hotel located in a very accessible area. Can get noisy though.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was modern and clean, A nice little coffee shop with very good pastries. Very friendly and helpful staff, A+
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Staff were friendly. Everything was great from check in to check out.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Ana

Travelled with family
Gas good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

ronald

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

oleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for downtown stay close to museums
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Chris Irene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was small but clean. Had to ask for soap and shampoo. Front desk was very accommodating. Located in a very busy section of San Jose.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Delary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and facilities. Friendly staff. We only missed to have a window.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Julia L

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We admit we missed the room description that said it had no windows - but that was unsettling. The room was sparse but clean, the location of the hotel good. The room would have benefitted from a hot-water kettle, a box of tissues, and some washcloths. Also, the motion-activated hallway light goes off again before you get to your door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

AMAR A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A basic hotel in an excellent location if one wants to explore San Jose downtown old city . Walkable distance from all places of interest in the town. Simple and basic hotel . Rooms may / may not have window . Worth for amount paid .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, great staff, good breakfast. I would highly recommend staying here. Really enjoyed our stay. Felt safe and staff payed attention to our needs and they were alway helpful and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADRIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maily

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy limpio, personal amable y ubicación céntrica
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to main attractions of the city. Great location. Hotel must be newly renovated so my room and the bathroom are very nice. Breakfast is very good too. I highly recommend this hotel to other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

luz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean,close to everything walking distance. Very well kept rooms. And free breakfast for the price was a plus
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good decor, hospitable staff, great location for central San Jose
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to the center of SanJose
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherwin, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located in the center of the city where you can just walk around and see almost all the tourist attractions in San Jose. The hotel itself is simple, clean, and safe.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaudhry

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalba

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast, in downtown close to everything. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paloma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff really friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025