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3.7 out of 5

"I spent 3 nights at the Santo Tomas before a week on the Caribbean coast, monitoring the nesting of leatherback turtles, and a further 4 nights afterw ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 28 May 2017

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Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Upstairs

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Panoramic Double Room - Upstairs

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Original 1908 Economy Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Queen Room - Upstairs

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Original Standard Queen Room - Ground Floor

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Original Superior Room, Two Queen Beds - Ground Floor

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Hotel Description

The free breakfast at Santo Tomas Hotel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be connected to a shopping centre and just a quick walk from Morazan Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a full-service spa are available.

  • Free local cuisine breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Splash around at the waterslide or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Indulge with massages, facials or hydrotherapy at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Plaza de la Cultura and National Center of Art and Culture

Santo Tomas Hotel ratings based on 6 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.7 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 2.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Santo Tomas Hotel

Everyone (1) Couples (2) Family (2) Other (1)
2 out of 5
Positives: It is budget hotel in the downtown area. If you plan to use buses for travel across CR, it is a good location as bus stations are a walking distance. It has a swimming pool and gym. Negatives: It’s location is also a negative. The staff advised us not to go out in the dark as it is unsafe (possibility of mugging). They even advised us against waiting outside the hotel for the Uber. The area around and the road on which it is located looks rough. We stayed for one night and our room had dirty bedsheets and pillow covers. The decor of the room and bathroom are very dated, which wouldn’t be a problem if maintained and cleaned properly. The pictures do not reflect the true condition of the/our room. Breakfast felt very minimal. Conclusion: If you can afford a little bit more stay along the national museum area.

Posted by on 1 Feb 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

1 Feb 2022 by Thomas /Owner/Manager

Hi Indranil, I looked thru your reservation and you booked our cheapest room, the Economy, this also included the free breakfast for the two of you.. These rooms are located in the original home, built in 1908, a registered historical property. We have 4 other room types available some with balcony views, located in our newer annex upstairs. As we are in the dry season with summer winds there most likely is some dust, I have spoken to my staff to be more attentive. You are correct we have a great location for the bus terminals and tour pickups. I urge everyone to look at pictures from all of the media sources available, especially ones posted by clients. I am happy to say that we have thousands of reviews from the past 32 years, which everyone can read and inform himself or herself. I apologize we could not satisfy you. Thank you Thomas

4 out of 5

Comfortable hotel 5 minutes from central San José

Pros: It is unpretentious and a good base for exploring San José
Cons: The only food served is breakfast, try gallo pinto & eggs. Good local restaurants within 5 mins walk are Alma de Amón, Cocina Tournant & La Criollita
Location: Within walking distance, try visiting Jardin de Mariposas (15 mins), Museo de Insectos (45 mins), Mercado Central (10 mins) & Feria Verde (20 mins)
I spent 3 nights at the Santo Tomas before a week on the Caribbean coast, monitoring the nesting of leatherback turtles, and a further 4 nights afterwards. The hotel is a converted mansion from the early 20th century, so displays more character than modern hotels. The rooms were comfortable, spacious, very clean and had wifi; the bathrooms, likewise, were clean and offered a good hot shower. Reception staff were generally helpful and willing to give advice on places to eat and visit. The only meal available was breakfast but there were plenty of decent restaurants within walking distance. There was a dinky swimming pool with good jacuzzi, and a small gym. The hotel was about 5 minutes' walk from central San José, so a good base for exploring Costa Rica's capital city. One word of warning about the day trips on offer from the hotel. I took a day trip to Arenal volcano, which at $143 was extremely expensive and very poor value for money. The trip lasted 15 hours, of which 9 hours were spent travelling in an uncomfortable minibus. En route, there was the inevitable stop at an over-priced souvenir shop in Sarchí! We were at the volcano viewing site for less than 20 minutes and were unable to go on any of the short walks around the base of the volcano, which would have been interesting. The rest of the trip was spent at Baldi Hot Springs, a series of thermal pools which promised much but were just incredibly expensive (the bulk of the cost of the trip) and entirely underwhelming.

Posted by , from Southampton, UK on 28 May 2017

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Comment from Hotel Management

7 Jun 2017 by Thomas

Thank you

4 out of 5

Perfekte Stätte für den Aufenthalt inmitten von San José

Es ist mein zweiter Aufenthalt in diesem Hotel und ich kann es nur empfehlen. Die Lage des Hotels im Barrio Amon in der Nähe des Stadtzentrums ist perfekt, um rasch und unkompliziert zu den Einkaufsstrassen zu gelangen. Die Zimmer sind gemütlich eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Das Personal ist überaus freundlich und hilfsbereit. Aus meiner Sicht top.

Posted by on 18 Nov 2015

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Comment from Hotel Management

13 Jun 2021 by Thomas / manager

Hallo Jan Vielen Dank für Ihren Besuch bei uns, wir freuen uns, dass die Lage des Hotels nur vier Blocks vom historischen Zentrum der Stadt günstig war, ebenso wie die Sicherheit der Umwelt sowie der Komfort unserer Zimmer. es war sehr angenehm, Sie zu empfangen. Thomas, Heidy & Mitarbeiter

4 out of 5

assiallinen hotelli

ulkopuoli ja ympäristö hirvitti, mutta kun sisään oli päästy niin kaikki pelasi ja palvelu oli ystävällinen.

Posted by on 9 Feb 2015

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Comment from Hotel Management

13 Jun 2021 by Thomas / Manager

Hallo Kjell Unser Hotel befindet sich im Herzen der Stadt San Jose in Costa Rica, ganz in der Nähe von Geschäften und dem historischen Zentrum, wo sich Museen, Restaurants und Geschäfte nicht von einer geschäftigen Stadt unterscheiden. Nur einen Block entfernt finden Sie recht komfortable Parks zum Sitzen und Entspannen, mit komfortablen Cafeterien und einer gesunden Umgebung, um einen ruhigen Spaziergang zu genießen bereit für menschen zum bleiben, sie können sich wie zu hause fühlen, mit großem parkplatz, schwimmbad und jacuzzi. eine Oase in San Jose Thomas, Heidy & Mitarbeiter

4 out of 5

Hotelli Santo Tomas /San Jose / Costa Rica

Hotelli sijaitsee lähellä San Josen keskustaa, Postiin on matkaa muutama kortteli ja keskustan kävelykatu jokseenkin sman matkan päässä. Hotelli on miellytävä muutaman huoneen hotelli. Plussana oli se, että saimme retket varattua hotellin aulassa olleesta toimipisteestä. Miinuksen oli se, että kahta retkeä varattaessa toisen vahvistussaattoi unohtua hotellin ja reken järjestäjän välillä, mutta kun varasi yhden reken edellisenä iltana, niin tämä toimi aina. Anssi Hokkanen

Posted by on 4 Apr 2014

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Comment from Hotel Management

13 Jun 2021 by Thomas / Manager

Hei Aeho Kiitos paljon vierailustasi, oli ilo auttaa varaamaan retkiä vastaanotosta, jossa meillä on myös tietoa kaupungista ja vierailukohteista, koska se on niin lähellä kaupungin historiallista keskustaa, se on erittäin helppoa siirtyä hotellista mihin tahansa paikkaan ilman vaikeuksia, kaikki kaupungissa on 10 minuutin päässä ovestamme, tiimimme on aina valmis auttamaan sinua kaikissa kysymyksissä Thomas, Heidy ja henkilökunta

4 out of 5

A very good place to stay in San Jose

The hotel has a charming and authentic atmosphere, the personnel is extremely helpful and friendly, rooms are clean and big, finally the location is close to perfect (4 minute walk from the museum and the national theatre). On the downside, the pool is a litle bit small and the breakfast could be improved but that's really a minor point and I will definitely return on my next visit.

Posted by on 29 Jul 2013

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Comment from Hotel Management

12 Jun 2021 by Thomas/Manager

Hi A1anp, What a great review you have given. The original home was built in 1908 and is a historic property.We are located on avenue 7 only 4 blocks form central avenue and most attractions. Also many bus stations are within walking distance. Thank you so much! THomas, Heidy & Stff

Property Features

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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Waterslide
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free cots/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: San Jose Atlantic Station (1.2 km / 0.8 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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.

  • Clothes dryer
  • Select Comfort beds
  • HD television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Cots (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hairdryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Telephone
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Guests are served a free local cuisine breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Santo Tomas Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Nearby Activities

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a fitness centre.

Children aged under 8 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Rafting nearby

Spa Services

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.

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facial treatments
  • Hydrotherapy treatments
  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

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)!

Pet Policy

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

Policies

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 fire extinguisher, 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.

  • One child stays free
  • Security system
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 10
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property is not currently implementing any enhanced cleaning measures
  • No lifts
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures

Hotel Names

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

You should know

  • 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.
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