Hotel Cultura Plaza

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Sabana Park

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Lobby sitting area
Restaurant
Reception
Deluxe Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Hotel Cultura Plaza in Carmen's heart offers a comfortable base with free in-room WiFi, an elevator, and 24/7 front desk service. The helpful staff assists with tour arrangements, making it easy to explore nearby Sabana Park and uncover authentic local experiences.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ¥10,172
¥11,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6

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Room options

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Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Junior Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
10104, San Jose, San José, Avenida Central, Calle 5, 25 Mt de la Plaza de la Cultura

What's nearby

  • National Theater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Morazan Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sabana Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 9 min walk
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spoon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cultura5 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Alma de Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Cultura Plaza

Hotel near Sabana Park
Close to National Stadium of Costa Rica, Hotel Cultura Plaza has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel
Hotel Cultura Plaza San José
Hotel Cultura Plaza Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Cultura Plaza pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Cultura Plaza on Nov 5, 2025 start from ¥10,172, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Cultura Plaza?

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

Where is Hotel Cultura Plaza located?

Located in Catedral, this hotel is steps from Plaza de la Cultura, Pre-Colombian Gold Museum, and Museo Homenaje Joaquín García Monge. National Theater and Casino Fiesta are just steps away. San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 9 minutes by foot and San Jose Atlantic Station is 12 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Cultura Plaza Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 441 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 441 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 441 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 441 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 441 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place if u need to stay in san.jose
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique place in the heart of the city. Old fashion, classic luxury hotel. Very comfortable beds and pillows and breakfast was wonderful. .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Short vacation.

This is my go to hotel in central San Jose, Costa Rica. Good breakfast friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good people!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is conveniently located, close to restaurants, supermarkets and stores. Transportation is easy, also. The rooms are a bit on the smaller side but adequate for the price. Breakfast is delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaudhry

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location clean rooms good breakfeast friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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

Great value in excellent location

This is a well located property with a nice breakfast included. Front desk staff was friendly and helpful. Room was modernized and very comfortable. Easy walk to the 3 major museums.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrisne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Belen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service, walking distance to downtown, restaurants and museums. Breakfast was included as well which was a bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

4 day va ca..

My go to place when I am in San Jose, CR.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot to stay next to San Jose city-center. Everything is walkable from this small hotel which is half a block from the main square. Staff is very nice, helpful, English-speaking, and accommodating. Free breakfast is large and lots of choices. Room was HUGE and very clean, bathroom was very modern, and the bed was comfortable. High marks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Halena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy to access, and I felt safe and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeRoy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in a beautiful small town of only Costa Ricans. No tourists at all. I loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Belen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay, but keep in mind it's close to a main street, so their's a lot of noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Mini vacation...

I usually stay at Cutura Plaza when in San Jose. I like the downtown location, choice of restaurants and shopping all walking distance from hotel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

uriel

Liked: Cleanliness
Property clean and employees very helpful
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nohemias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I Llike the hotel is in the center of that city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jacqualene

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A basic hotel good for a quick one night stay. The staff were very helpful but the charging plugs in the room didnt work and the space for breakfast is so small and so crowded we didnt bother staying
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Great location

Amazing location. Everything seemed walkable. Beds were cozy. The only real drawback was there was no real windows to look out and in the early morning there was this noise that sounded like pressurized steam blowing off intermittently from 7-9. Tolerable, just a bit annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

abel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023