Inca Real, San Jose (San Jose) - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Amon Neighbourhood Avenue 11 Streets 3 & 3B, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 5174-1000

Hotel Inca Real is strategically situated in the Aristocrat Amon District of downtown San José. This hotel caters to both tourists and business travelers, offering access to key attractions like museums and theaters within walking distance. Guests can benefit from nearby government agencies, financial institutions, and entertainment venues. Its proximity to the Juan Santamaría International Airport further enhances its appeal for both leisure and corporate visitors.

Location

Situated just a short walk from key attractions like Central Park and the National Theatre, the hotel's location is highly advantageous. It is only a 5-minute drive to the National Museum of Costa Rica and within proximity to several bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Transportation is convenient with the hotel being 20 minutes from Juan Santamaría International Airport and easily accessible to public transit stations.

Rooms

The hotel features 33 classic guest rooms designed for comfort and convenience. Each room is equipped with cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and essential amenities such as air conditioning and a coffee maker. Guests can choose from various configurations, including rooms that accommodate up to four persons. The rooms also include private bathrooms and other facilities that enhance the stay.

Eat & Drink

On-site dining includes a bar/lounge offering a selection of international drinks. Guests can also grab a bite from a snack bar/deli available within the hotel. Room service enhances dining convenience, allowing guests to enjoy meals in the privacy of their rooms. The breakfast room provides a communal space for guests to start their day.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Inca Real provides a range of facilities suited for both leisure and business needs. A business center and a meeting room measuring 24 m² are available for corporate gatherings. Guests can make use of concierge services, car rental, and express check-in/out options. Additionally, a common area with a television offers a space for relaxation.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Single Room

Max:

1 person

15 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

32 m²

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3 Single beds

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Getting around

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City Centre

San Jose (San Jose)800 m

Airports

Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 9.7 km

Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 18.6 km

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange

Services

Airport shuttle
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Wake up service

Dining

Continental breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

Air conditioning
In-room safe
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Hair dryer

Media

Cable/ Satellite television
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Amon Neighbourhood Avenue 11 Streets 3 & 3B, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 5174-1000

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Amon Neighbourhood Avenue 11 Streets 3 & 3B, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 5174-1000

City landmarks

Museum

National Museum of Costa Rica

1.6 km

Museum

Jade Museum

1.6 km

Museum

Pre-Columbian Gold Museum

1.3 km

Theatre

National Theatre of Costa Rica

1.3 km

Market

San Jose Central Market

1.3 km

Zoo

Simon Bolivar Zoo

1.1 km

Square

Plaza de La Cultura

1.3 km

Santa Teresa

620 m

Calle Central Alfredo Volio

Central Park

1.3 km

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jose

1.3 km

Avenidas 3 y 5

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

640 m

Park

Parque Nacional

1.6 km

Square

Plaza de la Libertad Electoral

650 m

Museum

Kid's museum

620 m

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art and Design

1.1 km

Church

Church of Our Lady of La Soledad

1.6 km

Square

Plaza Juan Mora Fernandez

630 m

Museum

Museum of Costa Rican Art

2.5 km

Store

Chinatown, San Jose

1.3 km

Park

Parque Espana

1.1 km

Barrio Mexico

1.7 km

Avenida Segunda

Mercado Nacional de Artesanias

1.6 km

Nearby

Calle 4

Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture

470 m

Event hall

Templo de la Musica

380 m

Avenida 11 Calle 25

Museo Dr. Rafael Calderon Guardia

30 m

Avenue 9 & Calle 4

Centro Costarricense de Ciencias y Cultura

140 m

Gallery

Galeria Namu

270 m

Square

Plaza de las Artes

520 m

Park

Gral Francisco Morazan

620 m

Church

Metropolitan Church

500 m

Restaurants

Cafe Rojo

230 m

Avenida 7 Con Calle 3 De la Alianza Francesa

De Aca

150 m

Calle 3A entre Avenida 9 y 11

Bar Rest. Malibu

170 m

724 Calle 3 Calle 3

Poas Bar and restaurant

290 m

Avenida 7

Changuiche

380 m

Av. Central

Kashe Cafe Gourmet

530 m

Avenida 1

Don Juanito

690 m

Avenida 1 75 mts este de Correos de Costa Rica

Cafe El Correo

520 m

Edificio Correos de Costa Rica

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

5.0

Location

5.0

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

Neil

United Kingdom, February 2025

5.4/10

My stay at Inca Real was far from pleasant. I was deceived by a taxi driver upon arrival and ended up exhausted in a hotel that felt old and gloomy. The room had hair on the sheets, garbage still lingering, and a strong sewage smell wafting from the bathroom.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were not clean. I found hair on the bed and the trash was not emptied.

Service

5.0

Service was lacking. there was no shampoo provided and overall, the hospitality felt off.

Location

5.0

The hotel's location felt unsafe. situated on a sidewalk in a dangerous neighborhood, I didn’t feel comfortable walking around.

Dining

5.0

I didn't get the chance to try any seafood dining during my stay. as I was more focused on leaving the hotel.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel offered car hire and laundry services. but given my experience, I didn't feel inclined to use them.

Justin

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.2/10

My stay at Inca Real was quite disappointing. The location was convenient, but the condition of the room left much to be desired. Overall, I would not recommend this hotel due to cleanliness issues and unpleasant odors.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in had dirty sheets and hair on the bed, which was really off-putting. It felt like the room hadn't been properly cleaned before my arrival.

Service

5.0

I didn't interact much with the staff, but the lack of shampoo and basic amenities was noticeable. It felt like they weren't focused on making my stay comfortable.

Location

5.0

The hotel is in a good spot, close to tourist attractions and bus terminals, which made it convenient for getting around San Jose. However, that didn't make up for other shortcomings.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

The hotel offers various facilities, but the experience felt subpar given the room's state. I didn't utilize much since I just wanted to leave after my first night.

Charles

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.6/10

My stay at Inca Real was not what I expected. The location is central, which is a plus, but my room had numerous issues. The atmosphere felt old and gloomy, and I was disappointed to find hair in the bed and rubbish still in the basket. Overall, it was not a great experience.

Rooms

5.0

The room had used dirty sheets. and a terrible smell from the bathroom.

Service

5.0

I found the service lacking when I noticed the cleanliness issues.

Location

5.0

Being in the heart of San Jose is convenient. but the overall environment was less than desirable.

Dining

5.0

I didn't get a chance to explore dining options, but I heard there are freshly baked cookies.

Facilities

5.0

There were basic facilities like car hire and laundry, but they didn't make up for the room issues.

Zoe

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.8/10

My stay at Inca Real was quite disappointing. The room had hair on the bed and rubbish left in the basket, which made me question the cleanliness. The smell in the bathroom was unbearable, and it felt like an outdated space. The only positive was the location which is close to downtown.

Rooms

5.0

The room was not clean. there was hair on the bed and rubbish in the basket.

Service

5.0

I didn’t receive much in the way of service. no shampoo provided during my stay.

Location

5.0

The location is close to downtown. but it’s on the sidewalk in a dangerous neighborhood.

Dining

5.0

I didn’t experience the dining. but I heard there are hot waffles available.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel does offer facilities like car hire and airport shuttle. but overall, it felt lacking.

Sean

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.0/10

My stay at Inca Real had a mix of negatives and some minor positives. The location was convenient, close to the Caribeños bus station and various restaurants, but the overall experience was marred by cleanliness issues and an unpleasant atmosphere. The smell in the room was particularly off-putting, which made it hard to enjoy my stay. 😞

Rooms

5.0

The room had dirty sheets and hair in the bed, which was not what I expected. It felt unkempt and unpleasant.

Service

5.0

I didn’t receive any shampoo during my stay, which was disappointing. Overall service felt lacking.

Location

5.0

It's conveniently located near the Caribeños bus station and restaurants, but the area around the city center wasn't very desirable, especially at night.

Dining

5.0

There were some local fresh products available, but I didn't find much else to enjoy nearby at night.

Facilities

5.0

They offered car hire, laundry, and an airport shuttle which was useful, but I didn’t use them all.