I am not sure that I would recommend this hotel. We stayed there for a few nights with a larger group and this is my take on the hotel. PROBLEM: I would not say that the rooms are very safe for your belongings. There is only 1 card per room, so at anytime we could ask the front desk to... more

Was here with a large group tour. Although the hotel is dated, it has been well restored to bring back some of its old elegance. Live pianist from National Orchestra regales guests through out the evening. Convenient location on plaza in front of National Theater. Enjoyed my night here! more

We stayed one night in the Gran Hotel, this past Saturday (3/1/08). We just ended our stay in CR and wanted to shop one day in San Jose. The Gran Hotel is located just a block from the shopping area, museums and local banks. They have a quiet bar downstairs that allowed cigar smoking and it had a couple TV’s.... more

Stayed in San Jose, CR on our way in to the country, Quepos, and out. We had confirmed reservations thru Travelocity but arrived and was told they were full, had our reservation so they booked us a room down the street. Stayed at the Gran Hotel in downtown San Jose 2/29/08 during our return trip. I like the character of... more

We arrived after travelling from Scotland (25hours) to a warm welcome and a fantastic lobby. We thought we had arrived at the wrong hotel. The staff were very helpful and always pleasant. The breakfast was fantastic. Even the piano player added to our experience, however the rooms were a bit tired and in need of a upgrade. The shower wasn't... more

This was the hotel where our tour of Costa Rica began and ended 12 days later. The lobby looked very nice, but both nights our room faced the front of the building, with a 24 hr restaurant and a traffic light that dinged every time it changed all night long. There was no way to get a good night's sleep,... more

This hotel is located in a busy tourist area with lots of shopping, restaurants, museums, and historic landmarks to visit. Great people watching. Great location, though several employees hinted it lies in a heavy crime area (though honestly, we had no problems)...... The lobby, bar, and restaurant/cafe are really nice and are very well-appointed. However, the rooms do not compare... more

Such a good surprise after driving in the city. the location is amazing right in the center of everything. very beautiful building, and nice room. The staff is very friendly, and i dont see anything bad to say. maybe the fact that there is no ac in the room can be anoying. Beside that it looks pefect, seurised parking at... more

Just returned from our short trip to COSTA RICA which was wonderful. The hotel however, was not. We always try to book into the downtown areas and in an historical building if possible. THE GRAN HOTEL COSTA RICA, surely was in an excellent location, within walking to everything we wanted to see. (The Gold Museum, The National Theatre, the Market,... more