Studio Hotel Boutique
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
A strong choice if you want a 5-star with a pool, gym and free parking that is handy for the airport, at a price below the city median. Skip it if you plan to explore downtown San José on foot, because the main sights are over 12 km away.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Travellers with an early flight or a late arrival are the natural fit. Guests describe the hotel as convenient for the airport, in a safe neighbourhood with restaurants and shops nearby. Drivers benefit from free parking, and the property lists a pool, gym, garden and terrace for downtime between trips.
People who want to walk to museums and the old centre should skip it. The cathedral, the National Theatre and the National Museum all sit more than 12 km away. You would rely on taxis or public transport every day.
Location and getting around
The address is given as 750 metros sur de Fórum 1, a Costa Rican directions-style address. The location score is 9.0 out of 10, which reflects the airport convenience and local services rather than closeness to the historic centre.
Distances to the main sights, as straight-line estimates: Metropolitan Cathedral of San José, 12.1 km or about 151 minutes on foot. National Theatre of Costa Rica, 12.3 km or about 154 minutes. Museo Nacional de Costa Rica, 12.9 km or about 161 minutes. All of these are far. Plan on a taxi or public transport.
The exact distance to the airport is not in our data, so check it against your flight time.
What guests say
With 9.0 out of 10 from 1,727 reviews, it ranked joint first for review score among the 14 eligible properties.
Guests praise two things above all. The location suits airport trips and has restaurants and shops close by in a neighbourhood they feel safe in. Breakfast also earns compliments, described as a varied spread with fresh fruit and coffee.
Opinions split on value. Some find the rates reasonable, while others say the room and extra fees feel expensive. Which fees those are is not specified, so ask before booking. Room size, noise and renovation condition have not been assessed.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
The reference price was €119.60 per night, about 10% below the sample median of €132.27. These are reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults, not live quotes.
Our Budget pick, Hotel Novo, is a 3-star with an 8.0 score at €47.73 per night. Our Best Value pick, Posada el Quijote, is a 4-star with 8.8 at €78.87. For roughly €41 more per night than the Best Value option, this hotel gives you five stars, the top guest score in the sample and a longer list of facilities.
Breakfast types listed are continental and American. Whether breakfast is included in your rate is not confirmed.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 14 eligible hotels in the San José sample. Our Luxury slot goes first to official five-star hotels, and this one combines that rating with the highest guest score in the group and a below-median price. That mix is rare for a five-star.
Before you book
Check today's price for your dates, since the November 2026 figures are only a guide. Ask which extra fees apply, as some guests found them high. Confirm breakfast inclusion, pool and gym hours, and the cancellation terms. If you plan to sightsee downtown, budget for daily taxis or transport.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Studio Hotel Boutique close to the airport?
Guests describe it as convenient for the airport. The exact distance is not in our data, so check it on a map against your flight times.
Can I walk to downtown San José from the hotel?
No. The Metropolitan Cathedral is 12.1 km away, about 151 minutes on foot. You will need a taxi or public transport.
Does the hotel have parking?
Free parking is listed by the property. Check availability for your dates.
How much does it cost per night?
The reference price was €119.60 per night for 2 adults, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026. Check today's price for your dates.
Are there extra fees?
Some guests say the room and extra fees feel expensive. The specific fees are not listed in our data, so ask the hotel directly.