Verified
10/10 Excellent
JOSEPH
Jan 8, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
JOSEPH
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Ara Macao Inn
2.5 star property
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About the neighborhood
La California, a neighborhood in San José, is home to Ara Macao Inn. National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Check out an event or a game at National Stadium of Costa Rica, and consider making time for Ojo de Agua Spa Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our San José travel guide
CALLE 25, BARRIO CALIFORNIA, San José, Province of San Jose, 09022
What's nearby
National Museum of Costa Rica6 min walk - 0.6 km
Morazan Park11 min walk - 1.0 km
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Central Park16 min walk - 1.4 km- National Park5 min walk - 0.4 km
Getting around
- San Jose Fercori Station4 min walk
- San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.)24 min drive
Restaurants
- Limoncello2 min walk
- El Callejón4 min walk
- La Destileria1 min walk
- Bar La Flota2 min walk
- Ukelele4 min walk
About this property
Ara Macao Inn
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Located close to Morazan Park and National Theater of Costa Rica, Ara Macao Inn provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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- Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Ara Macao Inn offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
- Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
- Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
- Ceiling fans 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
- No onsite parking available
Conveniences
- Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
- Terrace
More
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with cable channels
More
- Ceiling fan
- Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from November 11 2025 to November 10 2027 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Frequently asked questions
Is Ara Macao Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Ara Macao Inn doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Ara Macao Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Ara Macao Inn?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ara Macao Inn located?
Located in La California, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of National Museum of Costa Rica, Morazan Park, and National Theater of Costa Rica. Central Park and Sabana Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). San Jose Fercori Station and San Jose Atlantic Station are within a 5-minute walk.
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
Ara Macao Inn Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.6
Cleanliness
7.8
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 25 reviews
10 - Excellent
17
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
8 - Good
5
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
JOSEPH
Jan 9, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent check-in by Jorge. He stayed in touch via WhatsApp and waited until my shuttle (came in late) arrived.
JOSEPH
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Maria Eugenia
May 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in is a 3pm and I got there waaay before that but Jorge (the front desk person) had the room ready in like an hour so I can check in. I traveled by myself and this place was enough for me, just what I needed. Affordable and just a few minutes walk from restaurants, park, market and bars. The room had a fridge a microwave, a sink and TV. Only thing it didn’t have was a coffee machine, I drink a lot of coffee but it really wasn’t a big deal, its Costa Rica you find coffee everywhere;) also They give you a key to get to the hotel and that made me feel safe, only guests can go in.
Maria Eugenia
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Daryl
Sep 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Nice Budget hotel….
Daryl
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
SERGE
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good. Nice people.
SERGE
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine
Jun 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so convenient to walk around everywhere in San Jose! The host was very kind and accommodating even though I didn’t speak much Spanish. I would stay here again!
Jasmine
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Daniel
Feb 7, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jorge was lovely
Daniel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
sally
Dec 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old house which could use a little TLC
sally
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Richard
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jorge is extremely friendly and helpful. He helped me arrange a taxi for the next morning. He even showed to make sure everything went well.
I was given a room with a balcony and patio. Very nice and unexpected.
Richard
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Dorian
Oct 25, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager Jorge was very nice and helpful.👍
A nice refrigerator, but the only appliance in entire apt. ...
Wifi was almost useless, my biggest hindrance.
Hot water only in shower, not kitchen or bathroom sinks.
Windows shut, but don't close, so outside things get in, i.e. pollen gathered on the kitchen sink, bugs, etc.
You could do worse, just know what you're getting.
I'd crash again for a night or 2, if I didn't need better wifi.
Dorian
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
Jan 1, 2025
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Jennifer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emerson
Mar 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Anfitrião muito receptivo, e prestativo, local limpo.
Com certeza retornarei.
Emerson
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joshua
Feb 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El servicio fue super amable, el check in fácil, el ambiente tranquilo, y el cuarto viene equipado con microondas y trastes
Joshua
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
carlos
Mar 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo estuvo bien un lugar muy tranquilo sin tantos problemas de ruido etc todo perfecto 👌
carlos
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sylvain
Feb 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Por el precio, genial !
La estadía estuvo súper buena.
Es un poco viejito pero tiene su encanto. Te sientes super bien. Un poco como una cabaña en las montañas. Y más que eso porque el lugar tiene todo las cosas que nescesitamos : buena cama, agua caliente, cocina con todo, etc. y es súper céntrico.
Además de todo, la persona quien administra ese edificio es super acogedor.
Después de un viaje super largo con el autobús, la pasamos super bien
Muchas gracias. Será aseguramente mi lugar para dormir en San José.
En resumen, por un precio barato es excelente !
Sylvain, un viajero francés
Sylvain
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Sep 23, 2019
Bed was comfortable Good location for Museum and National Park
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Jon
Jun 16, 2025
Jon
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good
Daryl T
Feb 24, 2025
Daryl T
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Carlos
Feb 9, 2025
Carlos
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good
Daryl
Jan 27, 2025
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Daryl
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Daryl
Jan 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Daryl
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sylvain
Aug 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Sylvain
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Eligio
Jan 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Eligio
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
WSMFP33
Dec 19, 2022
WSMFP33
Verified
4/10 Poor
Bret
Aug 12, 2021
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bret
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021