Skip to main content
  1. Hotel reviews homepage
  2. Costa Rica hotel reviews
  3. San José hotel reviews
  4. San José hotel reviews
  5. Reviews of Barceló San José

Reviews of Barceló San José This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Residencial El Robledal , 60101 San José, Costa Rica

#39 of 122 hotels in San José

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 1000 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    8.3

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free Wifi

    7.8

Verified guest reviews from real Bookers

Real Bookers. Real stays. Real opinions.

Read more– opens a dialog box
Write a Review

Showing 376 - 400

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2024

    10
    Prime location and comfort
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Loved the central location to San Jose, the beautiful gardens surrounding the hotel and amazing views of the city from the pool area. The hammocks were delightful way to spend a lazy afternoon. The rooms were beautifully appointed, food was tasty and I truly appreciated the free shuttle to and from the airport. I enjoyed staying there and highly recommend a stay however, be aware there are always people in the entrance due to tour company travelers.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    10
    A clean comfortable and beautiful hotel, where the staff were helpful, friendly and kind.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Premium Level - Lounge access.
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff was super helpful in arranging an early morning airport shuttle for me. Plus directed me to the complimentary service on the 6th floor for an evening cup of tea and snack, when I came in late and tired. These things made me feel well cared for.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2024

    10
    It was a lovely place to begin and end our Costa Rican adventure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was friendly, helpful, and accommodating. The accommodations were comfortable and clean. The food options were very good.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    10
    We loved everything and will return as we are residents of CR!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We did not have bath towels provided but I'm sure it was just an oversight and not a big deal as the bathrobes were there! We were disappointed that the main restaurant was available for groups only at dinner.

    Check-in was great with friendly and helpful staff! We loved the view from the sixth floor, the amenities were exceptional, and the bed was very comfortable! The gardens are a nice bonus!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A good four star hotel with everything you expect. We stayed here before and the standard rooms are spacious and well appointed. This time, we were bumped to a suite which was very comfortable. The lounge area is big and comfortable. The bar is good with meals at reasonable prices. The garden and pool area is very pretty. It's a little way out of the centre of San Jose, but very convenient for the airport, with a free bookable shuttle.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 11, 2024

    10
    Great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There wasn’t many restaurants within walking distance.

    Francisco at the front desk and Mary the server in the restaurant were outstanding!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 10, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking is a little tight for larger cars.

    Good variety of food for breakfast.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2023

    10
    Utopia in a busy city
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was perfect

    Has Tennis courts and a pro Gistavo who is very good.Michelle and all the Reception staff are personable and knowledgeable. The pool etc and the grounds are well taken care of.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2023

    2.0
    Unfriendly staff. Badly organized hotel.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One more place where the management pockets money and reduces the buffet to a garbage pile. The promised shuttle would not leave we nearly missed the flight

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely staff at check in gave us an upgrade and the rooms were beautiful with lovely views of the city and mountains. Our stay was a pleasure and we’re looking forward to visiting again.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2023

    10
    excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    it has everything i need

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: December 19, 2023

    10
    Much recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great team, great facility, amazing breakfast

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 15, 2023

    5.0
    It was ok.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    very little to do at the hotel and no options to walk anywhere and feel safe.

    Breakfast was fine. Location fine.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: December 6, 2023

    10
    My stay was amazing 10 star all around the check in was so fast the room was so clean a plus the restaurant were so yumm
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pool the prime room

    AMy room was amazing plus they gave me a birthday cake how sweet . The view was beautiful and the prime level is the way to go 10 stars

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 5, 2023

    4.0
    Potential for a great hotel stay, but this one misses the mark. I expected better from this brand!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Premium Level - Lounge access.
    • Stayed 1 night

    The check in process was incredibly disorganized and inefficient. First off, we paid for a "premium" level room which was to include an exclusive check in process/area. This did not happen. There were 2 staff handling check in and it was an arduous process that seemed to take around 20+ minutes per guest. We arrived at 1pm and had asked for an early check in when booking (2pm is standard)...room was not ready. We were eager to go to the room but were also hungry. We asked if we could at least go to the Premium level lounge/snack bar while we waited (another "perk" of the "premium" level) but we were told not until the room was ready. We resorted to going to the pool bar where we paid for overpriced fries and received extremely slow and mediocre service. After finally being able to pay our bill at the bar (they would not add it to our room) we went back to reception to get our key and had to wait in line AGAIN behind people checking in just to get the key and access our room. By this time it was 2:30, we got to our room, went over to access the lounge and our key had not been programmed for lounge access...just another facet of the check in debacle that required ANOTHER trip down to the check in desk. Once that was corrected, we went to hang out at the pool, which is really lovely. Unfortunately, the whole pool area is pretty much shaded with only a few of the lounge chairs receiving any sun at all. It was breezy and without the sun it was just not very comfortable for lounging by the pool, so we left. We decided to venture out for souvenir shopping and dinner offsite, which was great. We got back to Barcelo around 7:30 pm with the hopes of a dip in the hot tub or sauna...only to be told that they both close at 4pm!!! Our whole point of booking at Barcelo (with the premium level room) was to end our vacation with a bit of indulgence and relaxation. We did not get that experience and we were totally disappointed.

    Room was sparkling clean, attractive and well appointed. Bed way extremely comfortable and room had a stunning view! Many extras in the room such as robes, clothes steamer, mini bar, safe etc. We were quite pleased with the accommodations. The service provided by the bellmen, housekeeping and especially the shuttle drivers, Rigo and Jonathan was exceptional!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 2, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: December 2, 2023

    10
    Good choice
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Premium Level - Lounge access.
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast was excellent. The room are big and comfortable. Good internet.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2023

    10
    Recommended for family or being alone. For a long period of time you are getting well
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent breakfast unbeatable and customer service skills outstanding

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 8, 2023

    5.0
    Fair
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Premium Level - Lounge access.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Worn out

    Price, breakfast

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 7, 2023

    6.0
    Hotel provides a lovely tropical feel in midst of big city. Ok for 1-2 nights.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Humid moist feeling in air condition bedroom. Hand washed clothing wouldn’t dry. Beds were on wheels and moved. Lots of big bus tour groups passing through. Nothing close by for easy walk.

    Food was well prepared. Staff were nice. Hair cut salon excellent value. The gardens were beautiful. Lady playing piano in the lobby in the evening. Room quiet at night.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 1, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    phone system in the hotel. was unable to reach room service or front desk. Had to go down to front desk to aarange for room service.

    lovely room. well appointed and spacious

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Premium Level - Lounge access.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Beautiful hotel, no issues at all. Lovely room and facilities. Food was good, and staff were friendly. I wish we had a longer stay

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 30, 2023

    10
    Lovely stay in San Jose!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Premium Level - Lounge access.
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing location and services. Access to the lounge is worth the money! Beautiful tropical garden.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 22, 2023

    10
    We would go back without any doubt
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Very , very clean. Confortable beds

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: October 7, 2023

    10
    Great amenities and location close to the city center and airport.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Shower head style made it dificult to control and water was spilling outside of the shower.

    We had a great experience at this property. It was clean, comfortable and food was very good.

    Stayed in October 2023

Showing 376 - 400

We Price Match
We Price Match
Low rates • No booking fees • Find something cheaper? We'll refund the difference!

Guests also reviewed these properties: