Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property

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Restaurant
Exterior
Lobby
Reception
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Central & Second Ave, between 1 & 3, San José, 1000
  • Place, National Theater of Costa Rica
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Morazan Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

1 KING BED INTERNAL VIEW

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 King Bed Corner Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed

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

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Presidential Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 83 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 KING MOBILITY/HEARING ACCESS RI SHWR

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business centre and valet parking.
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton offers 79 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Plaza de la Cultura. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Enjoy international cuisine while dining at Cultura 5
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from National Theater of Costa Rica and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 850 square feet (79 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star San José hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.
Cultura 5 – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine.
Late-night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per day)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 25 for adults and USD 20 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cultura 5

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 850 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (127 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (140 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 57 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 200.00 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 25 for adults and USD 20 to 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 28 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 200.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 57 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Tax ID - 3-101-667895
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Gran Costa Rica Curio Collection Hilton San Jose
Gran Hotel Costa Rica Curio Collection by Hilton
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton San José
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel San José

Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 590 out of 813 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 813 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 813 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 813 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 813 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed,clean room excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yipsi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and modern room, great for a night stay before the road trips in Costa Rica.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Staff was amazing. Area is a bit sketchy though.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHAZAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room,walked everywhere,excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff. Very central, great for a walk during the day
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerrid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean, staff was helpful and informative. Very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kalvin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfortable room. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were magnificent, friendly staff helpful recommending food excursions and reliable safe taxi drivers. It will be my go to hotel each time I visit Costa Rica.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Emigration into SJO was 2hrs. Drive from SJO to hotel was nightmare. Hotel was really great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless. The staff was especially friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ognian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hote
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, friendly staff, a/c was nice, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic experience! It’s very clean, great variety of restaurants, perfect location. Staff was exceptional and treated me like a VIP! I enjoyed that so much that I’ll planning my next trip soon!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salwa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, excellent staff, well maintained property. Only drawback is bathrooms have see-through glass which could be a problem when sharing the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel…
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel in a convenient location with excellent, large rooms. Good beds, fast WiFi and a tasty breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Are

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was perfect, room staff and food! It was my second time, not the last.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Humza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and mattresses were amazing to sleep on.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kenneth, the bartender was extremely helpfull with his travel tips. He was happy to accomodate a drink request off their menu, his caipirinha was fantastic. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ainette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kwabena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing and beautiful. Lots of fast food and local options around the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Amenities
Clean room very nice staff. Breakfast was not great but overall a very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was pleasant and helpful