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About this property
Offering a restaurant, Hotel Novo is located in San José City Centre, just a 10-minute walk from the National Theatre. It features free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Each room here is air-conditioned and includes a desk, safety-deposit box and a satellite TV. The private bathrooms include free toiletries. At Hotel Novo you will find a bar, while other dining options can be found within 500 metres. The property also features luggage storage and a vending machine. The city’s popular Metropolitan Cathedral is an 8-minute walk from the property, while Juan Santamaria International Airport in neighbouring Alajuela can be reached in 30 minutes by car.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ewan
United Kingdom
“Our third time staying here this month. Excellent value for money, great central location. Comfy bed, hot shower, breakfast available.” - Eva
Czech Republic
“everything functional, nice view, nice lady at the reception, complete satisfaction” - Ann
Philippines
“HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO ANYONE NEAR IN mercado i walk a lot and enjoying.hotel novo they are friendly and helpful they gave a map because i dont have a data in my phone.” - Ewan
United Kingdom
“The room was clean and had everything we needed. We rebooked twice over a 2 week period as it was a good location for San Jose and a great place for a short one night stop over. Breakfast was fine, did the job, and was included with our booking....” - Camille
Canada
“Perfect location, comfortable bed, room clean is offered everyday if you wish. Breakfast is very good and staff is lovely! Awesome quality/price!” - Christian
Denmark
“Very central location, a little noisy, there are many buses in the street. But overall a great place. Very friendly staff and excellent breakfast. They a have a great taxi contact that helped us out several times in San Jose.” - Marlies
Belgium
“Everything was there. And the breakast was very nice. The rooms were cool and practical and everything functioned. There was soap and hairdryer. Staff was very friendly and the breakfast was nice.” - Alexandra
Switzerland
“In the center of San Jose, lots of shopping and restaurants around. Good breakfast” - Shihhsiang
Taiwan
“It could not be central anymore. The staff at reception were well in English and helpful.” - Siobhan
Ireland
“If you are looking for.central location, this hotel is downtown and walking distance to lots of places of interest. Breakfast is basic. I stayed just one night, solo female traveller, felt safe and easy walking back in the evening,. Nice spacious...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbianceModern
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.