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Hotel Don Carlos: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
Avenida 9 y Calle 9, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Hotel Don Carlos
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Business
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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PORTLAND,OREGON
2 reviews
“You won't regret staying here.....It's fabulous !!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 1, 2009

This is not your BIG BOX hotel. It is charming,has great Costa Rican history and is close to downtown .The front desk was able to book some tours for us,the best was the canopy tour. The zip lines were great . The hotel has a large gift shop and the prices seemed in line with other shops
The rooms were clean and comfortable. There was a nice seating area by our rooms where we were able to visit with other guests.
The restaurant had great food and service. I would recomend staying here to all my friends!!

  • Stayed October 2009, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Spokane, WA
1 review
“A taste of the best of Costa Rica!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 27, 2009

Location was perfect for me close to center of San Jose for shopping. Establishment was very clean and well maintained. Exceedingly courteous, helpful, professional staff with many english speakers, which I needed. I was impressed with the extensive original art collection displayed throughout the hotel. Restaurant is very nice with outdoor seating available and serving tastey, inexpensive meals. Made purchase of gifts at the gift shop of which I considered reasonably priced. Would not hesitate staying there again and recommending the hotel to my friends.

  • Stayed November 2009, traveled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Bonita Springs, Florida
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27 reviews 27 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Much to Nice”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 9, 2009

I had visited Don Carlos on earlier trips to shop their gift shop, but finally stayed there this time. Everything about this Hotel is great. The beauty of the hotel with the artwork, fountains, and decor is the best. Location is right near downtown, but in the beautiful Barrio Amon area.

  • Stayed September 2009, traveled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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miami
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15 reviews 15 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“We also got bitten by bed bugs”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 3, 2009

I liked the hotel and having lived in the city for so long. The neighborhood was not that big a distraction. I would take children to this hotel. Two things that ruined the stay where the breakfast (awful) and getting bit by bed bugs.

  • Stayed September 2009, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Oslo, Norway
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
“Holiday”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 6, 2009

Realy nice. Good food i the restaurant as well.
It is colonial styl hotel whit big roms at nice patio.
Recomended for a romantic weekend!

  • Stayed July 2009, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Don Carlos Hotel
Don Carlos San Jose
Hotel Don Carlos Costa Rica/San Jose
Address: Avenida 9 y Calle 9, San Jose, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of San Jose > San Jose Metro > San Jose
Amenities:
Business Center Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#4 Romantic Hotels in San Jose
#17 Family Hotels in San Jose
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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