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About the Hotel

Calle 22, Av. 5, Frente Al Bar Pecos Bill, Barrio Mexico, 15 Metros Oeste De Transnica., San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10002
Very good
7.0
/10

Located nearly a 10-minute drive from the urban park "Simon Bolivar Zoo", Hotel El Dorado San Jose offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring San Jose, including the Barrio Mexico neighborhood, which is only 450 metres away.

Location

The centre of San Jose can be reached within a 15-minute walk. The Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture is within reach of the El Dorado San Jose, and Tobias Bolanos International airport is 5 km away.

This San Jose hotel is also within a few blocks of Metropolitan Park. The accommodation is situated just 1.2 km from Kid's museum, and TransNica bus station lies just 5 minutes' stroll away.

For those traveling from afar, Tobias Bolanos International airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Bathrooms have a roll-in shower, along with towels.

Eat & Drink

While staying at Hotel El Dorado, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Maria Bonita, located merely 0.6 km away, or Restaurante Mil Sabores at a 7-minute walking distance.

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Hotel El Dorado offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Single Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Basic Triple Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Family Room Bathroom
2 persons
4 Single beds
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Currency exchange
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Hotel El Dorado Location

Calle 22, Av. 5, Frente Al Bar Pecos Bill, Barrio Mexico, 15 Metros Oeste De Transnica., San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10002
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Calle 22, Av. 5, Frente Al Bar Pecos Bill, Barrio Mexico, 15 Metros Oeste De Transnica., San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10002
Nearby
Barrio Mexico
1500 ft
C. 2
Correos de Costa Rica
1500 ft
Restaurants
Crepe Cafe Restaurant & Bar
1900 ft
Paseo Colon Torres Paseo Colon
Marisqueria la Ribera
2600 ft
Mercado Central de
El Unico
2800 ft
Central Market 8 Street 25 Meters South From Northwest Central Market Entrance
La Sorbetera de Lolo Mora
3200 ft
Av. Central Entre Calles 6 y 8 Mercado de San Jose
Super Cholo Gigante
2800 ft
Mercado Central
La Muny Restaurante & Bar
3500 ft
Avenida 10 300 mts este de la Municipalidad de San Jose
Cafe El Correo
3200 ft
Edificio Correos de Costa Rica
Ban Mee
4100 ft
Calle 38 100 metros sur del Centro Colón
Apetico Coffee Shop
3800 ft
Paseo Colon
Falafel House
3900 ft
Calle 2
Getting around
City Centre
San Jose (San Jose)14 min  ·  3700 ft
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International Airport (SYQ)13 min  ·  5.3 mi
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)27 min  ·  10.9 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 11:00-12:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
19

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel El Dorado from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 25 verified reviews
5.1/10
Guest rating
38%
Recommend
Cleanliness
6.1/10
Comfort
5.9/10
Facilities
6.1/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Location
6.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
6.4/10
Value for money
5.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 76 reviews
7.0/10
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