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Park Inn San Jose by Radisson, San José

Colorful, budget-friendly accommodation near San José's picturesque La Sabana Park.

Overview

You'll find the same color theme here in San José as in any Park Inn by Radisson hotel. Plain and simple, the hotel is no-frills but does offer an outdoor pool, fitness center, a restaurant and bar, and free parking. The rooms are bright and clean—some even include beautiful views of downtown San José. Overall, this is a great hotel for pool-loving families, self–driving travelers, or those just needing a night's stay before heading home or out on adventures.

Pros
  • The rooms are bright, clean, and noticeably larger than most hotels in the downtown area, with some offering city views.
  • You can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, and on-site bar/restaurant with a nice outdoor terrace. 
  • Although not centrally located in San José's downtown, you'll be a 10-minute walk from La Sabana Park and near some of the city's best restaurants and shops.

Cons
  • Although the hotel is pleasant overall, the common areas feature pretty generic decor.
  • The hotel is outside the historic downtown, so you'll need a car or taxi to reach San José's main attractions.
  • It's a relatively utilitarian hotel and not ideal for travelers looking for more of a luxury stay (for example, no spa on-site). 

Kimkim's Take

Brittany
Brittany McNamara kimkim staff
Based on kimkim staff visit, March 2022 (Learn more)

Authenticity

Some of the lobby's decor offers a nod to Costa Rican history and culture, and the on-site restaurant serves a few traditional dishes. Otherwise, this location blends in with any Park Inn hotel's standard look and feel, following a bright and colorful theme.

Location

One downside to Park Inn is that it's not in the historic part of the city. Instead, you'll be slightly out of the bustle and a bit closer to La Sabana Park, San José's largest municipal park. Some of the best restaurants in San José are nearby, including the Grano del Oro. Otherwise, you'll have to take a car or taxi to get to the city's top attractions, like the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, Jade Museum, and National Theater. If you have a rental car, the hotel offers free parking.

Rooms & Bathrooms

Following the international aesthetic of Park Inn hotels, this location has large and bright rooms with pops of color. Even the standard rooms are notably more spacious than many of San José's downtown hotels, so, again, this is a good choice for families who might need a bit more space.

Amenities

The hotel's courtyard has a pool, which has a shallow area for kids, and an outdoor Jacuzzi. The fitness center has a full selection of cardio and weight equipment and is open 24/7 for your convenience. Travelers with limited mobility have access to an elevator and several accessible rooms outfitted with roll-in showers. 

Family-Friendliness

Children of all ages are welcome, and kids younger than 11 stay for free if sharing a room with an adult. While there are no rollaway beds or cribs at the hotel, the suites come with sofa beds, and connecting rooms are available. The outdoor pool has been a favorite of previous travelers with kids. 

Other Highlights

The room rates include complimentary breakfast at the hotel's restaurant, RBG Bar & Grill. Lunch and dinner are available a la carte, with a mix of local and international dishes. There's also a bar, an outdoor terrace, and meeting rooms.

Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 3.5-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +506 41101100
Hotel address icon Avenida 6, Calle 28

Traveler Reviews

22 total ratings, 17 with reviews
4.1 out of 5
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
3.3
Location
3.7
Staff
4.6
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.5
Kevin
Kevin M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Mar 23, 2024

Pretty standard (quite nice) Radisson. We were only here overnight before heading to the airport early in the morning. Again, great staff.

Stayed in March 2024
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Michael H.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Mar 15, 2024
We only stayed there for one night but overall it's a pretty good place to stay as it's got all the necessities with breakfast included, a cafe, pool and gym, and fast internet speed. Read more

We only stayed there for one night but overall it's a pretty good place to stay as it's got all the necessities with breakfast included, a cafe, pool and gym, and fast internet speed.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in March 2024
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Eric C.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 04, 2024
Nice accommodations, comfortable bed and very good breakfast! Arrived at 2am and spent only 5 hours here. Read more

Nice accommodations, comfortable bed and very good breakfast! Arrived at 2am and spent only 5 hours here.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Unknown due to late arrival and early departure.
Staff
Explaining the menu
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in February 2024
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Fayruz K.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024

I stayed at Park Inn San Jose by Radisson for one night. Since we arrived late and left early, there wasn't much to say about the stay. The hotel was fine and served its purpose as a comfortable and relaxing stopover.

Stayed in February 2024
Gretchen
Gretchen J.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Feb 22, 2024
I don’t know why anyone would stay here. The hotel itself is nice enough but it is in a horrible location - not walkable to much of anything. Just a place to sleep. Read more

I don’t know why anyone would stay here. The hotel itself is nice enough but it is in a horrible location - not walkable to much of anything. Just a place to sleep.

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Stayed in February 2024
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Laura D.
Loudon, TN | Reviewed on Feb 16, 2024
For a one night stay is was good. Room was clean and roomy, and had a great view of the city. Read more

For a one night stay is was good. Room was clean and roomy, and had a great view of the city.

Authenticity & Character
Location
To begin a trip around Costa Rica's center and Pacific side, it is a great starting point.
Staff
When we had a question at checkout, the gentleman at the desk was so helpful in checking our pickup in Spanish for us.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in February 2024
Christopher
Christopher A.
Spain | Reviewed on Jan 11, 2024

Perfect for a one night stay

Stayed in December 2023
Lily
Lily N.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 15, 2023
Hotel was clean and the beds were very comfortable. Read more

Hotel was clean and the beds were very comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
Location
We were able to walk to food.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in July 2023
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PAULA M.
Derry Village, NH | Reviewed on Apr 08, 2023
We stayed here one night before leaving Costa Rica. It was the Easter week holiday, so nothing was open near the hotel. We ate lunch in the restaurant while waiting for our room to be ready. It was OK. We both ordered pizzas and the bottoms were not well cooked. The room was nice, but nothing special. A noisy party arrived late in the evening and I could hear everything they were saying, so the walls are not well soundproofed. Read more

We stayed here one night before leaving Costa Rica. It was the Easter week holiday, so nothing was open near the hotel. We ate lunch in the restaurant while waiting for our room to be ready. It was OK. We both ordered pizzas and the bottoms were not well cooked. The room was nice, but nothing special. A noisy party arrived late in the evening and I could hear everything they were saying, so the walls are not well soundproofed.

Authenticity & Character
It was like any other large chain hotel.
Location
Staff
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Stayed in April 2023
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Debi R.
Maplewood, NJ | Reviewed on Mar 28, 2023

It was fine for what we needed. Functional, clean, and near great restaurants. Nothing special - but perfect as a stopover on your way elsewhere.

Stayed in March 2023