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Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy a seamless stay with airport shuttle service, savor local cuisine at the on-site restaurant, and unwind with drinks at the welcoming bar.

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Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco offers a peaceful escape in a scenic setting. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, free WiFi, and a relaxing bar before exploring the area. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩152,788
₩172,650 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31

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  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

El Tejar is home to Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu and Sabana Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cartago Sports Center or Estadio Ricardo Saprissa Ayma. Visit our El Tejar travel guide
Map
1.5 sur del Parque Industrial, Tejar del Guarco, El Tejar, 30801

What's nearby

  • Basílica de la Señora de los Angeles en la histórica ciudad de Cartago de Costa Rica
    Our Lady of the Angels Basilica
    9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Paseo Metrópoli
    7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Las Ruinas de la Parroquia
    8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Cartago Municipal Museum
    8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Elias Leiva Museum of Ethnography
    9 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Curridabat Station
    25 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks La Lima
    13 min walk
  • La esquina Sport & Pub
    2 min drive
  • El Novillo Alegre
    5 min walk
  • Bar Las Vegas
    2 min drive

About this property

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

  • Property highlights
  • At Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • An area shuttle, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
    • Tour/ticket assistance and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 42-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

Pets cannot be left unattended

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 25 per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 25 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

As of May 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco on May 30, 2026 start from ₩152,788, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco located?

Situated in El Tejar, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Paseo Metrópoli, Cartago Sports Center, and Dr. Max Peralta Jiménez Hospital. Elias Leiva Museum of Ethnography and Las Ruinas de la Parroquia are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 222 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 222 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 222 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 222 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 222 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent. Parking was easy and safe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is amazing. It's easy to find and there restaurant also has amazing service and food. Parking is private and secure they have a great run behind the rooms on the main level if you are looking for pet friendly. Highly recommend this Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here as a one night stop over on way to Caribbean side. The staff was kind and and friendly. Room was spacious and clean. Bed was comfy. We felt safe and got a good nights rest. Free breakfast was yummy. Would recommend this hotel as a stop over
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean. The staff is amazing. The food is excellent. The parking is safe and extremely secure. If you have dogs and get a room on the main level there's a great run for them to enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was immaculate and spacious. The grounds were very well kept. It is an older property but very well maintained. I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very clean. The staff are amazing. If you have a dog and a room on the main level there is a great run for them to get outside. We really appreciate it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well accessible location in Camargo, Staff is very friendly, capable, and did their best to accommodate our needs
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always friendly, room very clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel El Guarco rooms were very clean & comfortable. Staff were very helpful & kind. The linens & towels were so white & had a lovely clean fragrance. The incuded breakfasts wre truly amazing & presentation was impeccable! We could walk to numerous other retaurants or fast food establishments for dinner meals. We were there for 6 days, & would have enjoyed a pool & lounges to enhance our stay. But we made lounges out of the benches on the balcony, by adding pillows to recline on. Also, since located in a high traffic area, it was quite noisy day & night.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place. The staff was welcoming and extremely nice. Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find right of the main route. Staff was very pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot.

Easy access and very clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a great stay! the room was comfortable, clean, and the staff was so nice! We did not eat at the restaurant but the food smelled delicious! If you are going to Cartago this is the place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. Good food at the restaurant. Breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, and conveniently located for our needs. We enjoy the restaurant eating areas both indoors and outdoors. Very friendly and helpful staff. Thank you very much!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very well located, with access to restaurants & close to the mall. The staff is awesome, very friendly and always willing to help! Since it's in the main road, it could get noisy at times due to the traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Cree

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Kind, wonderful and generous Staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room. Very good staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the food and staff. Bed was a bit firm for me but room was beautiful. Only downfall is do not follow the map expedia has linked to this hotel it is the wrong location! Hopefully expedia can update this for future tourists
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Freddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is the best Option in the Area, rooms are little bit old, can be improved! Breakfast is great!! Staff amazing!! Is Safe and has a covered garage which is amazing having the fact that rains a lot in Costa Rica!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wade and Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the only large hotels to stay in this area. Unfortunately it’s on a very busy road and traffic is heard 24/7. We enjoyed the Dinning a the staff was very helpful and nice. Parking felt secure as they allowed us to park within the alcove which had a gate and foot security. We stayed here for convenience but did not sleep well at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

arabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute hotel , you park right in front of your door in a little courtyard in the back . The beds were good , great water pressure. Only negative I would say would be the light that gets in early in the morning front to the top of the font door from the window . Otherwise very nice staff and place for the price close to a supermarket and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at Hotel El Guarco in Cartago for three nights with my partner and my service dog, and once again, it was an outstanding experience. This isn’t our first time staying here, and every time, the service gets better. The staff is always incredibly attentive and friendly, making us feel very welcome. The delicious breakfast included with our stay is always a highlight—there’s a great variety, and everything is fresh and flavorful. It’s also a bonus that some of the staff speak English, which makes communication easy and comfortable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting the area—whether for business or leisure. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff in all areas is very friendly and do their best to provide great service. For instance, the staff in the restaurant was very accommodating on our dietary needs, since my family is allergic to gluten and dairy products. Since the day we visit it was breakfast buffet, they helped us to cook some eggs for us to avoid cross contamination. The only thing that we noticed is that the hotel is could be a little noisy, as is quite close to the main street. (which at the same time is convenient for easy access).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025