Hotel Novo - San Jose (San Jose)

$$$$||View on mapSan Jose (San Jose), Costa RicaAvenida Central Y Primera, Calle 14, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 60111|
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Hotel Novo - San Jose (San Jose)
Avenida Central Y Primera, Calle 14, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 60111·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Staff9.0
Free WiFi8.5
Value for money8.5
Cleanliness8.3
Location8.3
Who stays here
Couples44%
Solo34%
Families11%
Groups11%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.0Great
Staff9.0
Free WiFi8.5
Value for money8.5
Cleanliness8.3
Location8.3
Who stays here
Couples44%
Solo34%
Families11%
Groups11%

Budget-friendly 3-star hotel in downtown San Jose with complimentary breakfast

Central Location

Hotel Novo sits within a 10-minute walk of the National Theatre of Costa Rica. The Metropolitan Cathedral is 8 minutes away on foot. Central Market is accessible within minutes, placing guests near key cultural spots. Nearby transportation routes include the TUASA bus terminal for the airport, just two blocks away.

Accommodations

All 23 air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Novo San Jose come with a safety-deposit box and satellite TV. Private bathrooms include complimentary toiletries. Some rooms are windowless to block street noise, while others offer mountain views. Beds are described as comfortable by guests, with daily housekeeping.

Dining

Hotel Novo San Jose Costa Rica offers a restaurant serving international and local cuisine. A complimentary breakfast is served daily from 6:30 to 10 am with four menu choices. The on-site bar is open for dinner, and a vending machine provides late-night snacks. Other dining options are within 1600 ft.

Business & Practical Amenities

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk and a business center with fax/photocopying services. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for business travelers. Laundry and ironing services accommodate longer stays. Luggage storage is offered for early arrivals or late departures.

Accessibility & Safety

Hotel Novo is wheelchair accessible, with grab rails in toilets and an elevator. Facilities for disabled guests include accessible rooms and common areas. Safety features include CCTV in common areas, fire extinguishers, and a safety-deposit box in each room. The 24-hour reception ensures assistance at all times.

  • Location: Within walking distance to National Theatre, Metropolitan Cathedral, Central Market
  • Rooms: 23 air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and safety-deposit boxes
  • Dining: On-site restaurant with complimentary breakfast and bar
  • Business: Meeting facilities and 24-hour business center
  • Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with elevator and grab rails
  • Safety: 24-hour front desk, CCTV, and safety-deposit boxes
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs USD 5.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:23
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Rooms and availability

Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Quadruple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
  • Air conditioning
Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business center
  • 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
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Essential information about Hotel Novo

💵 Lowest room price 37 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 5.6 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Tobias Bolanos International, SYQ

Location

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