Located close to Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Stadium of Costa Rica, Hotel Palma Real provides free full breakfast, a casino, and a rooftop terrace. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as 90 slot machines, bingo, and 7 casino gaming tables. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a shopping mall on site and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Located in La Sabana, a neighborhood in San José, Hotel Palma Real is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at National Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park, while National Center of Art and Culture and Spirogyra Butterfly Garden are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica. Visit our San José travel guide
200 Mts. Norte del ICE, Sabana Norte, San José, San Jose, 694-1005
What's nearby
Sabana Park
5 min walk - 0.4 km
National Stadium of Costa Rica
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Museum of Costa Rican Art
13 min walk - 1.1 km
La Salle Natural Science Museum
3 min drive - 1.8 km
Parque Municipal Canino
7 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
San Jose Cemetery Station
4 min drive
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.)
12 min drive
Restaurants
Ánfora
4 min drive
The Cloud
10 min walk
Santo Pecado
10 min walk
Miyako
4 min drive
Rosti
5 min walk
About this property
Hotel Palma Real
Hotel near National Stadium of Costa Rica
Located close to Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater of Costa Rica, Hotel Palma Real provides free full breakfast, a casino, and a rooftop terrace. For those looking to try their luck, this hotel boasts 90 slot machines, bingo, and 7 casino gaming tables. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a shopping mall on site and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Airport pick-up service (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and tour/ticket assistance
A TV in the lobby, a reception hall, and luggage storage
Concierge services, ATM/banking services, and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 68 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Palma Real?
As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Palma Real on 24 October 2026 start from AED 364, 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.
What time is check-in at Hotel Palma Real?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Palma Real?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Hotel Palma Real provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel. A fee of USD 40 per person applies.
Where is Hotel Palma Real located?
Located in La Sabana, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of National Stadium of Costa Rica and Museum of Costa Rican Art. National Theater of Costa Rica and National Center of Art and Culture are also within 3 mi (5 km). San Jose Contraloria Station is 20 minutes by foot and San Jose Sabana Station is 20 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Palma Real Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Stayed one night. The location was perfect, right next to the rental car pick‑up, which made logistics very easy. If I had stayed longer to explore the city, I would have chosen a hotel closer to the city centre. The breakfast was excellent and a great start to the day.
Staff was great, courteous, and helpful. The room was as described. The hotel has a nice restaurant and bar area. The neighborhood is very quiet and it feels safe.
The staff is very friendly and helpful. All or most are also at least bilingual in Spanish and English, if that is important to you. The location is within the city of San Jose with lots of restaurants, shopping and a large sports complex within walking distance.
Excellent long stay hotel. Excellent from desk. Very helpful, pleasant, accommodating and professional. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Close to shops and restaurants. Will stay there again.
Staff Was amazing! Cleaning service, breakfast and the bar was amazing. We booked our excursions through the hotel and we had an absolutely fantastic experience!
I always feel welcome and at home when I stay at Hotel Palma Real. Everyone at the hotel is always so nice and attentive. The food is great, and rooms are always clean. Plus, there are nearby buses to go anywhere.
Clean well managed gem of a hotel. Helpful, friendly staff. A very reasonable price. Nice bar and sitting area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Delia
4 March 2026
Liked: Staff & service
The breakfast was cold and not appealing. I loved the coffee and fruit. The bread and jam was also very good.
We lunch menu was a little better. However, we bumped into an excellent Italian restaurant just steps from the casino.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Shannon
10 August 2026
Liked: Staff & service
I experienced some minor issue with the charges, as the hotel deducted the cost of one night before checking in. At arrival, I assumed that I would only have to pay the difference, yet they demanded that I pay the full price, even when I showed them the deduction from my bank statement. However, the manager quickly reversed the charges with no problems. The front desk agent Xavier was very welcoming and friendly. For the second arm of our vacation, we visited San Jose. Originally, I booked the hotel for 3 nights, but only stayed one night. The rooms are clean, but outdated, small, and misleading (website pictures look better than the actual room). The hotel needs renovation. The hotel is not suited for vacation and the manager was accommodating and assisted with canceling the other two nights. The breakfast was average. The kitchen staff were all very friendly.
Clean rooms, great service, accommodating.
Very noisy - on 3rd floor you can still hear people talking on the street. The motorcycles and truck drivers engine sounds are loud enough to keep you awake so bring ear plugs.
The room was spotless, but what stood out was the helpfulness of the staff, particularly the concierge. We appreciated his assistance in resolving an issue with our car rental, even after we had checked out and left. Above and beyond expectations!