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Hotel El Portico

3.0 star property

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Interior
Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View | View from room
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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4 Km este del Cruce de Barva Birri, San Jose De La Montana, Heredia
  • Place, Museo de Cultura Popular
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Universidad Nacional
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Exclusive Room

Exclusive Room

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Romantic Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

San Jose De La Montana

At Hotel El Portico, you'll be 9.6 km (5.9 mi) from Braulio Carrillo National Park and 10.7 km (6.7 mi) from Barva Volcano. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include a hot tub and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class San Jose De La Montana hotel, you'll be 12.7 km (7.9 mi) from Oxígeno Human Playground and 31.4 km (19.5 mi) from Poás Volcano National Park.

What's nearby

  • Museo de Cultura Popular - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Universidad Nacional - 17 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Palace of Sports - 19 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Oxígeno Human Playground - 20 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Heredia Station - 14 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabaña Bar Bosque de la Hoja - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bosque de la Hoja - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Reina - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bar Rest. Sacramento - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cafeteria El Conde - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Portico

Hotel El Portico offers its guests an indoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Hotel El Portico also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star San Jose De La Montana hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hotel El Portico offers 15 accommodations with private pools and private plunge pools. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This San Jose De La Montana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. 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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Private plunge pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel El Portico

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel El Portico San Jose De La Montana
Hotel El Portico Hotel
El Portico Hotel San Jose De La Montana
El Portico San Jose De La Montana
Hotel El Portico
Hotel Portico
Portico Hotel
Hotel Portico Barva
Portico Barva
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Hotel El Portico Costa Rica/Barva
Hotel El Portico San Jose De La Montana
Hotel El Portico Hotel San Jose De La Montana

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Hotel El Portico?

Yep, Hotel El Portico has a free self car park.

Does Hotel El Portico have a pool?

Hotel El Portico has an indoor pool.

What makes Hotel El Portico a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private plunge pools in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel El Portico.

Is Hotel El Portico family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area and an indoor pool, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel El Portico is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hotel El Portico?

No, but there are private pools and private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Does Hotel El Portico serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel El Portico?

No, Hotel El Portico does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel El Portico?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel El Portico's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel El Portico?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Portico?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel El Portico Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 40 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yohandris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place..!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was great. Friendly staff and great decorations. Getting there was a little hassle.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personal muy servicial habitacion comoda
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

lydiana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
El personal muy atento, la habitación en buenas condiciones y limpia
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

ROMAN JESUS

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Falta de mantenimiento y limpieza
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rosney

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El hotel se ve muy descuidado, muy diferente las fotografías que muestran como realmente se encuentra el hotel. En conclusión la relación precio calidad el hotel es muy caro para las condiciones en que se encuentra.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Hermoso Lugar

Hermosa naturaleza, el hotel es viejo y descuidado Una lástima
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Zona preciosa, hotel agradable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nos gustó!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bonito Challet. SILENCIO Y PAZ. Buen clima . Volveremos . Limpio. Personal muy atento
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El lugar fue muy bonito, nada más que no había agua caliente y nunca logramos conectarnos a la red de wifi entonces no tuvimos internet. La comida del desayuno estuvo bien pero tampoco fue increíble. El salchichón estaba feo. Pero lo demás estuvo bien.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

MARCO

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

BELLO LUGAR CON FALTA DE AMOR POR SU PROPIETARIO

El lugar está falta de mantenimiento, sucio hasta debajo de la cama, es muy lindo, falta de amor departe del propietario ya que se presta porque es muy bonito
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Diana

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

Muy mala experiencia

Muy mala experiencia, ademas de carisimo. Pagamos $107, esperando una habitación "exclusiva", como la anuncian, y lo que encontramos fue una habitación prácticamente en estado de abandono. Telas de arañas por todo lado, una caja usada de preservativos debajo de la cama, ropa de cama con olor a humedad, y como si fuera poco, no nos pudimos bañar porque no llega casi nada de agua a la ducha ni al inodoro. Muy mala experiencia, ademas de cara
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Limpieza instalaciones

La limpieza en general era mala, telas de araña en la paredes y en las ventanas, la chimenea no encendió, el agua caliente no funcionó, la ropa de cama no era la mejor, cosas positivas el desayuno estaba rico
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Manuel

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

Pesimo

Pesimo el peor hotel en que me he hospedado. Mal servicio. Nunca volveria ni lo recomiendo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel en decadencia, habitación muy sucia, llena de telas de araña, cortina de la ducha llenas de hongos. Comida de mala calidad excepto el desayuno, que fue lo único rescatable del hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Donde se encuentra ubicado en hotel es increíble, el ambiente rústico es genial y el contacto con la naturaleza. Por otro lado, es importante que las habitaciones estén bien limpias, incluyendo la ropa de cama, debido a que sentimos mucho polvo y olores de humedad en las sábanas. Pero en general la estadía estuvo bien.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Es decepcionante que las fotografias muestren lo que ya no es el hotel la piscina no tiene mantenimiento super sucia y con una nata y la limpieza de la habitaciones con telas de araña por todo lado aparte de arañas muertas. Duran una eternidad para servir la comida. No hay agua caliente xq es de gas el calentador y ni funcionaba.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Eric Antonio

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

En abandono total

El hotel está en estado caótico, la piscina está abandonada, el área común se ve sucio, desordenado, la habitación mal iluminada, fugas de agua, ducha en mal estado, pocos y en mal estado los Tomás corriente...En fin, en abandono total.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spent the worse night at this hotel!!!! A romantic night end up with allergies in a dirty room. Bedding was horrible and I’m not sure it was clean. The mattress was very old and worn out. The bathroom wasn’t any better, flushing handle was broken, I had to remove the lid of the tank to pull the chain to flush it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Francisco

Disliked: Staff & service
De inicio quisieron cambiar las condiciones, no lo recomiendo
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

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

Good

Nice and spacious cabins, hot shower, good breakfast. Very quiet, shops half an hour walk, easy access to National Park and volcano if open. Safety protocols strictly enforced including temperature check at check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yerling

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

estadia

El exterior es lindo pero esta muy descuidado, el sácate muy alto, la piscina esta en des uso y el área en general esta descuidada y tiene mal olor, la habitación tenia no estaba en perfectas condiciones, pero era funcional.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bernardo

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

pesima experiencia

un lugar para no volver...de hecho no nos quedamos
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquilidad paz armonia con la naturaleza exelente para estar con tu pareja
Stayed 1 night in May 2020