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KC Hotel San José

Property class: 4
Travelers find stylish relaxation near Sabana Park, with a sun-drenched terrace for fresh air and thoughtfully designed coworking spaces for productivity

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KC Hotel San José sits just steps from Sabana Park, offering a vibrant atmosphere with practical perks. Guests start their day with a free breakfast buffet, enjoy afternoon manager's receptions, and unwind at the poolside bar, garden, or seasonal outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ₩171,470
₩193,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room Superior

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a wooden desk, a white stool, a small round table, a TV on the wall, and a bed in the background.

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in La Sabana, a neighborhood in San José, KC Hotel San José is near the airport and near a train station. La Salle Natural Science Museum and Museum of Costa Rican Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Casa Amarilla and Asamblea Legislativa. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at National Stadium of Costa Rica or Saprissa Stadium. Visit our San José travel guide
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100m W, 100m S from La Contraloría, de la República, Calle Morenos, San José, San Jose, 10108

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with a stadium, residential areas, and mountains in the background.
    Sabana Park
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A cityscape with a prominent stadium, high-rise buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
    National Stadium of Costa Rica
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Museum of Costa Rican Art
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Salle Natural Science Museum
    14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Contraloria Station
    7 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Moro Cafe
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • El Rincón Pollero
    2 min walk
  • Spoon
    10 min walk

About this property

KC Hotel San José

  • Upscale hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near Sabana Park
  • Near National Stadium of Costa Rica, KC Hotel San José provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a garden.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • RV/bus/truck parking, a water dispenser, and coworking spaces
    • Concierge services, 2 meeting rooms, and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 60 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - November 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does KC Hotel San José have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at KC Hotel San José?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at KC Hotel San José on Aug 16, 2026 start from ₩171,470, 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.

Is KC Hotel San José pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at KC Hotel San José?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at KC Hotel San José?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is KC Hotel San José located?

Located in La Sabana, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. La Salle Natural Science Museum and Museum of Costa Rican Art are also within 1 mi (2 km). San Jose Contraloria Station is 7 minutes by foot and San Jose Sabana Station is 13 minutes.

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

KC Hotel San José Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 841 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 841 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 841 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 841 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 841 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melvin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location is clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this hotel. Clean, friendly and great restaurant and pool area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean large room, excellent healthy breakfast. Helpful staff, Ideal location for parks, trips and sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel overall is very nice for business, is centric and easy to move to different locations in San Jose, the gym is a bit small but it works for a quick workout, the breakfast could be better, same options every day but it’s good, the rooms are clean and spacious, undoubtedly a great option in San Jose.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and staff were great again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast consisted of a wide variety of food with a friendly staff aiming to please. The bartender didn't know how to make a negroni but learned quickly and my cocktail was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Señora Irene was outstanding. And all of her staff. My family and I had a great time at her establishment. The swimming pool was great/warm water. The best coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very cordial and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area is lovely. The staff were incredibly helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff we friendly and helpful. The breakfast and dinner any the restaurant were delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jesse

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had cockroaches and mold in the shower. Hard to overlook those two issues. Almost booked a different hotel, but wife convinced me to stick it out. They had a cappuccino machine in the room which was not plugged in and no outlet that I could find, I had to move it to the bathroom to plug it in. Very odd to have amenities with no outlet. Most of the staff was not super friendly, but that could be a general distaste for US travelers right now. Pool looked nice but we did not use it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yanka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter and I absolutely loved KC Hotel San José! It is just like an oasis in the middle of the city. Nice atmosphere, with natural plants everywhere. People can enjoy a delicious food at the Baraka restaurant with a relaxing view to the swimming pool, which is also warm! The hotel has a Gym and offers spa services. The rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable. Amazing, friendly and helpful staff! I would stay again in my next visit to Costa Rica and recommend it 100%!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, double room was very quiet and the pool was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelent location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

frantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything’s is good clean and friendly also the location is nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roman

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

Very nice

After a long flight, it was a great 1 day stay to relax and get back to ourselves, recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ANDRES

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff and quite
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable hotel with good food at the restaurant (if a little expensive). Nice swimming pool. Neighbourhood is not that great but it is only a short taxi drive from attractions
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
considering I paid only $60, this hotel is an amazing value. It's actually a unique boutique style hotel with an open air pool surrounded by restaurant which is a cool setup. The hotel has nice lighting, public seating areas, nicely decorated with plants and art - way above normal for this price. The rooms were really nicely appointed with lamps, carpet, and modern furnishings with lots of great pillows and sheets, very nice towels/soaps etc. There are lots of restaurants and bars to walk to. It took over 1 hour to reach the airport at 7am due to bad traffic though - beware. Uber ($15-25) is far cheaper than the taxi option ($35) to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Rooms were very good. Spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and Ambience. The breakfast was light and fulfilling. Only thing I would say is maybe adding an iron and board and fridge in the superior rooms. Other than that great stay and will be booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

frantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful the place was clean from the parking lot , Restaurant lobby to the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The heated pool was excellent, and next to the bar and restaurant. Very relaxing atmosphere within the hotel. Excellent jump-off point for exploring San Jose. Uber rides were plentiful. Parking on-site was a bonus as there is very little parking in San Jose.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

Hope we will come back soon

The kids had fun in the pool (the water was warm). Near the Sabana Park but it was very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I visited KC hotel for my first trip to Costa Rica. Everyone I encountered in the staff happened to be so kind and offered excellent customer service. They seemed happy to be there and the hotel had a cozy atmosphere. The free breakfast was great and the lunch options were tasty. Overall I would stay there again great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024