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Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola

3.5 of 5
5th Avenue and 5th Street, San Jose 1000, Costa Rica
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Ranked #31 of 87 hotels in San Jose
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013
everglades_gal Estes Park, Colorado
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Estes Park, Colorado
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65 reviews 65 reviews
43 hotel reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
262 helpful votes 262 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

I stayed here in December 2011 for 3 weeks. It is by far the best place to stay in San Jose for business. I was in a corner suite on an upper floor, and the furniture was in great condition - the room was welcoming and nice to come back to after a long day out. The room had 2... More

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norman2, Marketing Director at Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola, responded to this review
June 17, 2013

We really enjoyed having you as our guest and we are glad we were able to provide you with what you needed for your stay to be comfortable, and productive. Thank you for your great review, and we really are sorry about the nuts. Pura Vida! More

Fairburn, Georgia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

The hoilday Inn was good. The hotel is in a great location right by Main ST. The staff was great, they got me into my room in minutes. The room was clean and just great. The taxi from the airport is $27 to the hotel. The taxi from the hotel to the airport was $30. The only con about the... More

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norman2, Marketing Director at Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola, responded to this review
June 3, 2013

We are happy you enjoyed your stay and our great location. We hope you will come back to San Jose soon. Pura Vida! More

Oviedo, Florida
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48 reviews 48 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
108 helpful votes 108 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2013

I have stayed in this hotel on many occasions and recently stayed again in a corner room on the 7th floor. Very nice room, excellent view. I also was upgraded to the Executive lounge, which has a small, free breakfast with fruit, cereal, pastries, juice, coffee, etc as well as drinks and snacks in the evening. I was also able... More

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norman2, Marketing Director at Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola, responded to this review
May 28, 2013

Thank you for your very nice review of our hotel. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and found our conference facilities worked for your interviews. We hope you will visit us again soon. Pura Vida! More

Mexico City, Mexico
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83 reviews 83 reviews
60 hotel reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
142 helpful votes 142 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013

My BF and I stayed her for a few nights recently. We were on the executive floor, had a beautiful Corner room with an AMAZING view. The room was clean, nice bathroom and shower, and the bed great. The pool area was pretty, relaxing, and both times we used it, we were the only ones there. The only downsides were... More

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norman2, Marketing Director at Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola, responded to this review
May 28, 2013

We reviewed your comments carefully and are glad you found the hotel was clean and relaxing. We are sorry the Jacuzzi was not warm enough for you and that the pool deck was not cool enough for you. Although prostitution is legal in Costa Rica between consenting adults, we discourage guests from inviting prostitutes to their rooms and use the... More

Costa Rica
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24 reviews 24 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013

Once again I stayed at this hotel, this time to celebrate my birthday. Since I arrive they make me feel at home. The Bellboys are great. Carolina and Carlos do a great job at the Front Desk and they always welcome me. The room at the Executive level was nice and clean and as I always forget my toothpaste they... More

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norman2, Marketing Director at Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

We enjoy it when you return to stay with us and are happy we could be a part of your birthday! We appreciate your business and your recommendations for our executive lounge and breakfast buffet. We are trying out new items in our breakfast to offer something different each day for our guests. Pura Vida! More

Maryland
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41 reviews 41 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013

We stayed here twice in one week, in the beginning and in the end of our trip. Both times the staff was helpful and friendly, the food was good and the rooms were clean and ready for us way before the official check-in time. The pool is a nice feature. The location is convenient if you want to walk around... More

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norman2, Marketing Director at Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review our hotel and for choosing us for your 1st and last night in Costa Rica! Please visit us again soon! Pura Vida! More

Boston, Massachusetts
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013

The Hotel is nice, the rooms and everything from the start is of 5 stars. I went in early may with my friends to Costa Rica, and Holiday Inn was our first Hotel during a 7 days vacation that we planned to travel around Costa Rica. On the other hand, the location of the Hotel was disappointing, I know this... More

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norman2, Marketing Director at Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to share your stay with us! Our location is central downtown, withing walking distance to a multitude of museums, shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. San Jose is a city, and can be overwhelming to some visitors. We hope you enjoyed your Costa Rica trip and come see us again soon! More

Woodbridge, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

This hotel location is superb and the public areas are nice and comfortable. The business center, though, is in utter disrepair with two broken chairs and computers needing a password to access the Internet. No paper in the printer which requires a trip to the Front Desk to get paper. Two of the computers will not accept the password that... More

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IHGCare, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola, responded to this review
May 31, 2013

Dear samf5050, Thank you for your review and being so detailed in the good, the bad and the opportunities to improve. Whilst I am pleased with the good comment, we truly value the negative comments as this gives us the opportunity of improving what we can offer. Please accept my apology for the shortcomings you have experienced during your stay.... More

globewalker4
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11 reviews 11 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 via mobile

We arrived at the Holiday Inn just before 10am. We were exhausted from our flight! It was about a 35-minute drive from the airport. I didn't think we could check-in that early because on paper, we were informed check-in was at 3pm, but everything went very smoothly! We really truly appreciated that our early check-in went hassle-free! We were able... More

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Paducah, Kentucky
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25 reviews 25 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

My friends and I decided to go to Costa Rica over the summer and chose to stay here. Room were great, service was nice and everyone was friendly and spoke perfect english. Carlos, front desk clerk was very helpful finding us local spots and guiding us where we needed to do. This hotel is very well mainted and is right... More

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norman2, Marketing Director at Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola, responded to this review
May 6, 2013

We are so glad you enjoyed your visit to San Jose and stayed with us. Our location is great for anyone wanting to experience this vibrant city. Please come see us again soon. Pura Vida! More

 
 
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Additional Information about Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola

Address: 5th Avenue and 5th Street, San Jose 1000, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of San Jose > San Jose Metro > San Jose
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #31 of 87 hotels in San Jose
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Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Experience a relaxing getaway in the heart of Central America at the Holiday Inn ® Hotel San Jose Downtown – Aurola, conveniently nestled in the center of lively San Jose, with panoramic views of the beautiful Central Valley. Conveniently located within walking distance of a variety of local attractions, guests will enjoy superior modern amenities and facilities such as free high speed WIFI access, an on-site business center, large meeting rooms, swimming pool and hot tub, fitness center, pub bar, and two restaurants. Discover a hotel where technology and hospitality come together in perfect harmony, where you can stay connected with modern Internet wireless access, and disconnect with a relaxed Costa Rica ambiance and modern luxuries. Whether visiting for a leisure getaway or a business connection, this San Jose hotel offers a peaceful, productive atmosphere where you can get the most out of your San Jose experience.Conveniently located within walking distance of all the best downtown attractions as well as downtown businesses. You will enjoy people watching in Parque Morazan, located just outside our front door. This park features a number of sculptures and monuments which decorate the expanse of urban green, including a beautiful domed structure, known as Templo de Música, or the Temple of Music. ... more   less 
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