Standard King
2 guests · 1 king bed · the practical choice for one night or a business trip
Sabana Sur · San José, Costa Rica
Hotel in Sabana Sur, 5 minutes from La Sabana Park
KC Hotel San José is a 60-room boutique hotel with breakfast included, a heated pool, gym, sauna, private parking and the Mediterranean restaurant Baraka. It is 1.5 km from the National Stadium and about 20 minutes from Juan Santamaría Airport.
5-min walk
La Sabana Metropolitan Park
1.5 km
National Stadium
20 min
Juan Santamaría Airport, without traffic
4.2 ★
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Practical, with room to breathe
Why stay at KC Hotel San José?
The practical side is taken care of. Breakfast is included and served from 6:30 to 10:00 a.m., parking is private, there is free WiFi and laundry service, and La Sabana Park is a 5-minute walk away. KC Hotel is in Sabana Sur, Mata Redonda district, a few blocks from the Comptroller General’s Office and about 4 km from downtown San José.
And there is space to rest. Sixty rooms and suites around indoor gardens, with a heated pool, gym and sauna, in a residential neighborhood where nights are quiet. It works just as well for your first or last night in Costa Rica, for a business trip or for a concert. See things to do in San José from the hotel.
Breakfast included
Every morning, from 6:30 to 10:00 a.m.
Heated pool
Warm water all year, loungers and an indoor garden.
Private parking
Leave the car at the hotel and explore La Sabana on foot.
Gym and sauna
Cardio and weights overlooking the pool.
Baraka Restaurant
Mediterranean cooking and a weekday lunch buffet.
Free WiFi
Throughout the hotel, with quiet corners to work.
Rooms
Seven room types, all with breakfast included
Air conditioning, WiFi, private bathroom, TV and coffee maker in every room. Choose by how many are traveling and how much space you need.
Standard Double
Up to 4 guests · 2 double beds · for friends or family looking for a good price
Superior King
2 guests · 1 king bed · roomier, with minibar, for couples
Superior Double
Up to 4 guests · 2 double beds · extra space for family trips
Junior Suite King
2 guests · 1 king bed · with living area, sofa and desk: our most requested
Junior Suite Double
Up to 4 guests · 2 queen beds · the suite for four, with a sitting area
Family Apartment
Up to 4 guests · 2 double beds · with a separate living room, made for longer stays
How to choose
Which room suits you?
Traveling solo or as a couple: the Standard King covers a one-night stay; the Superior King adds space and a minibar; the Junior Suite King adds a living area with sofa and desk for longer stays or working comfortably.
Three or four guests: the Double rooms (Standard, Superior and Junior Suite) have two beds. Long stay or family: the Family Apartment has a separate living room.
Torn between two? Message us on WhatsApp with your dates and how many are traveling, and we will recommend the best option and today’s rate.
Baraka Restaurant
Breakfast included and lunch every day
Your day starts with breakfast included, from 6:30 to 10:00 a.m. Monday to Friday, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m., Baraka serves a lunch buffet: ₡6,000 with one protein and ₡7,400 with two. The rest of the day there is a Mediterranean and Middle Eastern menu until 10:00 p.m.
The restaurant sits by the pool and is open to the public: if you work near La Sabana, you do not need to be a guest to come for lunch. And every visit adds a stamp to your account.
Promotions all year round
We run promotions on stays, the Day Pass and the restaurant. Ask for the current one: we reply on WhatsApp.
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Your KC account: 10 stamps = 1 complimentary meal
Create your free account, earn a stamp on every visit to Baraka and keep your bookings in one place.
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4.2
1,105 reviews on Google
3 months ago
Beautiful hotel, very nice staff, comfortable beds, heated pool, fully equipped gym, great downtown Sabana Sur location and the breakfast is amazing. I’ve stayed in many hotels in San Jose before, but this one is the bes…
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4 months ago
We stayed for 3 nights and were very satisfied. I really enjoyed having breakfast next to the swimming pool. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Basic gym is available.
View on GoogleThings to do
San José starts at the hotel door
Things to do in San José
La Sabana, museums, a Mediterranean lunch and errands without crossing the city.
National Stadium
Concerts and matches 1.5 km away: walk there and back.
Day Pass
Pool, sauna, gym and lunch with no room booking.
Business travel
Your base in the capital for meetings, signings and paperwork.
Location
A hotel near La Sabana Park and the National Stadium
From the door of KC Hotel it is a 5-minute walk to La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 72 hectares to run, walk and visit the Costa Rican Art Museum. The National Stadium is 1.5 km away, about 20 minutes on foot through the park.
By car, downtown San José is about 4 km away and Juan Santamaría International Airport about 20 minutes without traffic. Staying in Sabana Sur means sleeping in a quiet neighborhood without being far from anything.
Frequently asked questions
Before you book
Where is KC Hotel San José?
In Sabana Sur, Mata Redonda district, San José: on Calle Morenos, 100 m west and 175 m south of the Comptroller General’s Office, a 5-minute walk from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.
Is breakfast included?
Yes. Breakfast is included in the rate and served every day from 6:30 to 10:00 a.m. at Baraka restaurant.
Does the hotel have parking?
Yes, there is private parking for guests inside the hotel.
How far is the airport?
Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is about 17 km away: around 20 minutes by car without traffic. At rush hour, allow extra time.
Is it close to the National Stadium?
Yes, 1.5 km away: about 20 minutes on foot through La Sabana or 5 minutes by car. Many guests leave the car at the hotel and walk back after the concert or match.
Is there a pool and a gym?
Yes. The pool is heated and open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., as is the sauna. The gym is open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
How much is the Day Pass?
₡15,000 per adult, taxes included: heated pool, sauna, gym and a Costa Rican casado lunch, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Children aged 0 to 3 are free.
Is it better to book directly with the hotel?
Yes. Booking on this site or by WhatsApp you deal directly with the hotel, with no intermediaries, and you can ask for what you need: late check-out, adjoining rooms or long stays.
Do you run promotions?
Yes. Throughout the year we run promotions on stays, the Day Pass and the restaurant. Since they change, the best way is to ask for the current one on WhatsApp at +506 8977-8989.
What is the point of creating an account on the site?
It is free. With your account you earn stamps at Baraka restaurant (10 stamps = 1 complimentary meal), see your bookings and requests in one place and book faster with your saved details.
Where we are
KC Hotel San José is in Sabana Sur, on the south side of La Sabana Metropolitan Park: a 5-minute walk from the park, 1.5 km from the National Stadium and about 20 minutes from Juan Santamaría International Airport. Address: Calle Morenos, Mata Redonda, San José. Waze: “KC Hotel San José”.
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No intermediaries: we confirm availability, today’s rate and current promotions. Breakfast included and private parking.