HOTEL NOVO | Airport hotel in San Jose (San Jose) | From 37$/Night

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Avenida Central Y Primera, Calle 14, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 60111

Hotel Novo, a 3-star property rated 8.0/10 on Booking.com, is located 3.5 miles from Tobías Bolaños International Airport, reachable in 30 minutes by car. Situated in the heart of San Jose near Central Avenue and Paseo Colon, it provides easy access to the Market, Central Park, the cathedral, the Jade Museum, and the National Theater, which is 2952.8 ft away.

Comfortable Guestrooms

The 23 air-conditioned guestrooms at Hotel Novo include private bathrooms with showers, hair dryers, and complimentary toiletries. Each room features a desk, safety-deposit box, satellite TV, and free WiFi. Quadruple and double rooms offer tile or marble floors and flat-screen TVs.

Dining & Bar

A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM at the on-site restaurant. The bar/lounge offers a selection of international dishes, tropical drinks, and Costa Rican coffee. Guests can enjoy a satisfying meal in a modern ambiance.

Nearby Attractions

The National Theatre of Costa Rica is 2952.8 ft from the property, while Plaza de La Cultura and the Central Market are within 0.5 miles. Hotel Novo's central location allows for easy exploration of nearby cultural and recreational activities.

Business & Convenience

Hotel Novo provides a 24-hour business center, meeting facilities with a projector, and dry cleaning services. Free WiFi is available in public areas, and tour assistance is offered. The 24-hour front desk ensures convenience for business and leisure travelers.

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

260 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Quadruple Room

Max:

4 persons

345 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Air conditioning

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

San Jose (San Jose)2300 ft

Airports

Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 5.6 mi

Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 11.1 mi

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Fire extinguishers

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Room features

Air conditioning
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location info

Avenida Central Y Primera, Calle 14, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 60111

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Avenida Central Y Primera, Calle 14, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 60111

City landmarks

Museum

National Museum of Costa Rica

1.0 mi

Museum

Jade Museum

4300 ft

Museum

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

3000 ft

Theatre

National Theatre of Costa Rica

3300 ft

Square

Plaza de La Cultura

3000 ft

Calle Central Alfredo Volio

Central Park

2400 ft

Zoo

Simon Bolivar Zoo

1.0 mi

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose

2700 ft

Santa Teresa

1.1 mi

Calle 4

Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture

3600 ft

Park

La Sabana Metropolitan Park

1.3 mi

Barrio Mexico

2800 ft

Church

Church of Our Lady of La Soledad

4700 ft

Event hall

Templo de la Musica

3400 ft

Avenida Central

Pedestrian Mall

2400 ft

Cruz de Alajuelita

2400 ft

Iglesia de Ladrillo

2400 ft

Square

Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez

2700 ft

Avenue 9 & Calle 4

Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura

2800 ft

Church

Metropolitan Church

2100 ft

Museum

Museum of Costa Rican Art

1.7 mi

Gallery

Galeria Namu

3400 ft

Park

Parque de la Merced Park

2200 ft

Museum

Kid's museum

3600 ft

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

5200 ft

Store

Chinatown, San Jose

1.0 mi

Av 2 y 4 Calles 10 y 12

Iglesia de la Merced

4600 ft

Park

Parque Nacional

1.5 mi

Nearby

Market

San Jose Central Market

1200 ft

Market

Borbon Central Market

1100 ft

Restaurants

El Unico

1100 ft

Central Market 8 Street 25 Meters South From Northwest Central Market Entrance

Soda Puntarenas

1200 ft

Boulevard Avenida Central Mercado Central

La Sorbetera de Lolo Mora

1300 ft

Av. Central Entre Calles 6 y 8 Mercado de San Jose

Falafel House

2000 ft

Calle 2

Pops

2900 ft

San jose

Downtown Coffee Roasters

2100 ft

Calle 2 Detrás del Banco

El Maizal

2300 ft

Frente a la esquina Noroeste del parque Central

La Tortilleria

2200 ft

Avenue 20

Don Juanito

2200 ft

Avenida 1 75 mts este de Correos de Costa Rica

Pan y Cafe Granier

2800 ft

Calle 2 Between Ave. Central and Ave. 1

Cafe Rojo

3800 ft

Avenida 7 Con Calle 3 De la Alianza Francesa

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

82%

enjoyed their visit and would return

Private

Quiet

Dampness

Limited dining options

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

7.0

Location

6.7

Service

8.0

Dining

6.0

Don

United States, June 2023

7.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located right on top of the main pedestrianized street, within a short walk to the center of the city. The rooms, although lacking a window, were clean and comfortable, despite feeling a bit damp - a common occurrence in Costa Rica. The dining options were limited but satisfactory, and the overall value for money was decent considering the central downtown location.

Rooms

7.0

My room had no window but was clean and comfortable, though it did feel a little damp, which I've noticed is quite common during travels in Costa Rica.

Service

8.0

The staff provided good service, and the room service was efficient.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is very convenient, right on top of the main pedestrianized street and close to the Atlantico Norte and airport bus station. However, it could use a thorough wash to improve its appearance.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited to eggs or a sandwich, served until 10 AM. The breakfast was okay but could offer more variety.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel has basic facilities, but they could be improved to enhance the overall guest experience.

Michael

United States, June 2023

6.6/10

The hotel felt very private and quiet without windows, despite occasional shaking when a lorry passed by. The dampness in the rooms was noticeable, similar to our experiences in Costa Rica. The street noise outside was greatly reduced due to the lack of windows.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms provided a very private and quiet experience, despite feeling a bit damp, which seems common in Costa Rica. The lack of windows helped reduce the loud street noise, although there was occasional shaking when a lorry passed by.

Service

8.0

The service was efficient and courteous, including room service, car hire, housekeeping, and laundry.

Location

6.0

The hotel is centrally located, close to the bus station we arrived at from the airport and convenient for exploring the downtown sights. However, the area can be busy and loud, lacking cleanliness.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit disappointing as the food quality was poor, except for the smoked guinea fowl that made it a great deal. Breakfast was included and served early, but the options were limited.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were basic but sufficient for our needs during the stay.

Private

Dampness

Joe

United States, May 2023

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were clean and well-equipped but suffered from noise due to a loud disco nearby on weekends. The location was convenient for accessing bus stations and downtown attractions, but the presence of a busy street outside meant choosing between natural light and peace and quiet.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, though clean and stocked with plenty of towels and soap, were quite small without windows, making it feel cramped at times. Despite this, they were maintained to a high standard compared to other options in San Jose.

Service

8.0

The service was satisfactory, offering standard amenities like room service, car hire, housekeeping, and laundry. The staff was friendly and accommodating.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location was a mixed bag. It was very near various bus stations, making travel convenient and about a 10-minute walk from the central avenue and downtown sights. However, the presence of a loud disco around the corner on weekends could be bothersome.

Dining

7.0

The dining options here were adequate, with well-prepared local dishes despite some limitations in variety. The quality surpassed that of more expensive hotels we've visited.

Facilities

7.0