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Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property
Hotel in San José, near Sabana Park

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Junior Studio Suite
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

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
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Morazan Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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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

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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

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 4 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

  • Plaza de la Cultura - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • National Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Morazan Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casa Amarilla - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cultura5 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tenedor Argentino - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Vasconia - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel in San José, near Sabana Park
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 13 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Cultura Plaza on 15 Feb 2026 start from NZ$137.98, 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. 268 out of 480 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 480 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 480 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 480 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 480 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El hotel es súper céntrico. Accesible a todas partes del centro. Lo recomiendo 100 por ciento
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place if u need to stay in san.jose
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haeley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, room was very clean and spacious, other guests were respectful & quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique place in the heart of the city. Old fashion, classic luxury hotel. Very comfortable beds and pillows and breakfast was wonderful. .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great place for an overnight. Right in downtown with easy access to just about everything. Room was small but very comfortable, clean and up to date.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, little know secret

We just stayed 5 nights in this hotel. The hotel is right in the center of all the arts, tourist activities, and markets in San Jose! It is a safe location; the staff are exceptional, accomodating and speak good English & Spanish. Each morning you get a "cooked to order breakfast" as part of the price. And, the price is much less than comparable hotels in the area. (It is a boutique hotel w/28 rooms, but great for couples and small groups). Even the locals do not know of this hotel and it is only five years old.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well kept, safe and convenient to museums and local shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Giovanny, ORLANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The bedrooms are really small, but really small, I got one with A/C I don’t even have a window. It was and small box with no windows or balcony. Depressing , The structure of the building doesn’t have a minimal noice insulation you can hear every single's noise from the other bedrooms, doors and Comun areas, in my case it was really hard to sleep property, the lady in front desk is very nice and help me in everything she can, actually she is the only good thing I can says about this hotel, visitors is not allow, just in case you have someone to visit you, I don't think the price you pay is worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had good stay at this hotel , I do recommend you if you want to be nearby museum's and restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very central location, very clean, the staff is overly friendly, typical of Costa Ricans, and the food is super delicious. It's also accessible by public transport in seconds, close to shops and restaurants. I definitely think it will be my favorite place when I return to San Jose.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is conveniently located, close to restaurants, supermarkets and stores. Transportation is easy, also. The rooms are a bit on the smaller side but adequate for the price. Breakfast is delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good people!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICARDO

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erendira

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short vacation.

This is my go to hotel in central San Jose, Costa Rica. Good breakfast friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025