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Santo Tomas Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel connected to a shopping centre in San José with a full-service spa

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37-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs | Room amenity
Property amenity

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar

Explore the area

Map
7th Avenue, between 3rd and 5th Street, San José, San Jose, 10101
  • National Theater
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Mercado Central
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Original 1908 Economy Room

Original 1908 Economy Room

Original 1908 Economy Room

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs | Room amenity

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

Highlights

Balcony
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Clothes dryer
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 40.0 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

San José

Santo Tomas Hotel puts you in the heart of San José, connected to a shopping centre and within a 20-minute stroll of Plaza de la Cultura and National Center of Art and Culture. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and hydrotherapy. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, waterslide and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and microwave in a common area. Free local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Carmen hotel include National Theater and National Park.

What's nearby

  • Plaza de la Cultura - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Central Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mercado Central - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 11 min walk
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante El Mirador - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Silvestre - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Social - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Criollita - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Rojo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Santo Tomas Hotel

Victorian hotel connected to a shopping centre in San José with a full-service spa
Santo Tomas Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a waterslide, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A hot tub, a fitness centre, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Santo Tomas Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victorian San José hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1908
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Dining venue
Santo Tomas Hotel offers 30 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower.

This San José hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Dryer
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Santo Tomas Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 9:00 PM
  • One child aged 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Santo Tomas
Hotel Tomas
Santo Tomas Hotel
Tomas Hotel
Tomas Santo
Santo Tomas
Hotel Santo Tomas Costa Rica/San Jose

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Santo Tomas Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Santo Tomas Hotel?

As of 15 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santo Tomas Hotel on 28 Mar 2025 start from AU$132.15, including 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 parking available at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Yep, Santo Tomas Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Santo Tomas Hotel. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, facials and body treatments.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel have a pool?

Santo Tomas Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What makes Santo Tomas Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as comfy beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Santo Tomas Hotel.

Is Santo Tomas Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a waterslide and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Santo Tomas Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Santo Tomas Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests love the free local cuisine brekkie here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Santo Tomas Hotel?

No, Santo Tomas Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Santo Tomas Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Santo Tomas Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Santo Tomas Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Santo Tomas Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BobbieJo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little sketch from the street, but gorgeous inside. Beautiful grounds and a really cool swimming pool plus whirlpool. Ample parking. Within walking distance of everything you want to see in downtown San Jose. Free tasty breakfast, which catered well for a gluten free person like myself. Met the owner, Thomas an xpat from the USA who was very helpful and genuine. A real delight!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, plenty of parking, kind and pleasant staff. Very nice room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property has light bright spacious rooms perfect for couples and solo travellers. Located in the middle of every place worth seeing in San Jose by foot. Good value too. Will be returning there before I leave Costa rica
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This part of San Jose is now considered unsafe and is rather desolate looking. The owner is a sweetheart and very helpful. The room was rudimentary, not all that clean and ran out of hot water for the second morning shower (we were two of us). Breakfast is good, the pool area and the pool itself are pretty. What makes this place is the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful. It's a hidden germ in the historic district. Staff is very accommodating specially the owner Tomas who is always around breakfast time to make sure everyone is okay
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, FENTON

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the architecture of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel I've stayed a few times. Staff is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property - truly a hidden gem in the historic district. Reminded me so much of New Orleans. All the rooms are different and unique with such beautiful furniture and decor. The floor tile and ceilings are stunning. Staff and owner are very accomodating and gracious. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Gennie

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
NEEDS IMPROVEMENT
The breakfast definitely needs improving i would even pay a little more for better breakfast and lastly bed bugs were in our bed we have bites around our body at first we thought it was something else until we got a second opinion.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie Lea

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Santo Tomas Hotel is an OASIS in the city and is beautiful and well-kept and the staff is so kind! The city around is walkable with many small shops in every direction. The parks downtown are lovely and have beautiful flowers and San Jose is filled with public art.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sui

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and well maintained plus a jacuzzi hot tub on site. Breakfast was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property & amenities are wonderful. I have stayed at several hotels in San Jose and Santo Tomas is by far my favorite. I will be returning here each time I visit San Jose in the future. The rooms were well maintained and very clean. The complimentary breakfast was delicious, and I thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub and pool. But by far the best part of Santo Tomas is the staff! All staff members were exceptionally kind and responsive. Special thanks to Jeremy and the hotel’s owner, Thomas, for being so attentive and helpful. I would highly recommend a stay at Santo Tomas!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast is amazing too
I have stayed here a couple times before The owner and staff are amazing. It’s a great location close to everything downtown. I recommend this Hotel to anyone traveling to San Jose
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a bland corporate hotel, 12 ft ceilings, antique style
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Margot

Liked: Staff & service
It was a good hotel, however my room was next to the main hallway and I was woken up often by people walking up and down
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

kala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Santo Tomas is a lovely historic hotel. The owner was so helpful and upgraded us to a balcony room free of charge when we arrived. I would definitely recommend staying here it's a very central location and it has a great Vietnamese restaurant across the street called Cafe Rosa.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean and well cared for
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A slice of tranquility in a very busy city
It is a safehaven of beautiful tranquility inside a large sketchy city. The complimentary breakfast puts expensive American hotel breakfasts to shame ... try some lizano salsa on your eggs and rice. Only two blocks away from the casino which has a very nice, safe, delicious restaurant on the corner. Great for couples. Great for being solo and having a respectful guest over ... security is very good. I love the jacuzzi with the slide into the pool. It is my second visit there and I look forward to the next.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming small hotel. Staff were attentive and friendly. I wouldn't want to walk the street alone at night, but i felt safe (with reasonable precautions) walking alone during the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cruz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024