Hotel el Descanso
Hotel, 2-starCalle 20 Avenida 2 100 m oeste del Hospital De Ninos, San JoséShow on map
6.4 · Pleasant21 reviews
- Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Good locationGuests rate the location 7.4 out of 10, at Calle 20 Avenida 2 100 m oeste del Hospital De Ninos.
Convenient Amenities and Services Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities during your stay at Hotel el Descanso.
Comfortable Guestrooms Rest in one of our 25 guestrooms equipped with LED televisions, cable programming, and bathrooms with showers. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access and enjoy daily housekeeping services.
Explore Nearby Attractions Located in San José (Hospital), the hotel is a short drive from popular destinations such as Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. With easy access to attractions like Parque La Sabana, Chirripo National Park, and the Precolumbian Gold Museum, you can immerse yourself in the cultural richness of the area.
Book your stay at Hotel el Descanso for a convenient and enjoyable experience in San José.
What this place offers
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Wheelchair accessible
- Smoke-free property
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Change of towels (on request)
- Change of bed sheets (on request)
- Well-lit path to entrance
Rooms
6.4
Pleasant
Rated 6.4 out of 10 by 21 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness2.9
- Service7.4
- Location7.4
- Rooms7.3
- Amenities7.4
- Value6.2
- Food & drink6.3
Guests mention
Affordable price ($25 a night)
Verified travelerOk
Would have been ok for the price ($25 a night) but there were a lot of cockroaches. I killed a couple dozen.
ConnyGreat location, friendly staff
Friendly and nice staff. Quite comfortable. Very good location, in city center of San Jose, was able to walk everywhere. Supermarkets, convenience stores, fast food are near. Great sodas located on the first floor, under…
LinaGreat hotel
This is a great hotel. It is in downtown San Jose Costa Rica. The staff was excellent. I highly recommend them.
RichardIt was ok cheap
AllenBe Warned: avoid this hotel, the room amenities presented by expedia.ca, are misleading, and are often not provided by the hotel. The hotel will not provide any customer service to resolve the issues, and they will not…
AllenBe Warned: avoid this hotel, the room amenities presented by expedia.ca, are misleading, and are often not provided by the hotel. The hotel will not provide any customer service to resolve the issues, and they will not…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Calle 20 Avenida 2 100 m oeste del Hospital De Ninos, San José
Guests rate the location 7.4 out of 10 — good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 1:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
No smoking anywhere on the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds. No rollaway/extra beds available
Pets. Service animals not allowed
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available
General. Cashless transactions are available
Guest type. Essential workers only - NO
Accessibility. No elevators
Covid. Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
General. Professional property host/manager
Children and extra beds. No cribs (infant beds) available
Health & Safety. Property does not require health documentation at check-in
General. Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Hotel el Descanso
What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel el Descanso?
Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Hotel el Descanso allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Hotel el Descanso have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Hotel el Descanso have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Hotel el Descanso?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 1:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Hotel el Descanso?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Hotel el Descanso?
Calle 20 Avenida 2 100 m oeste del Hospital De Ninos, San José.
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