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    Palma Real Hotel & Casino

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    AV 9 Calle 50 | Sabana Norte, San Jose 250, Costa Rica
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children12
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    4.0
    472 reviews
    • Excellent37%
    • Very good34%
    • Average19%
    • Poor5%
    • Terrible5%
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    AV 9 Calle 50 | Sabana Norte, San Jose 250, Costa Rica See on map
    AMENITIES
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Air Conditioning
    Non-Smoking Hotel
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    Airport Transportation
    3 Star accommodation
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    Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile
    First stop

    About 30 minutes at most from the Airport, greeted at the hotel by very friendly staff, we had two rooms which were very big and a wonderful comfy bed after a long journey. We basically just slept here, could hear quite a lot of noise...More

    Thank brennanfamily01
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    A good place to be there

    It is a very nice place, comfortable and accessible. The attention and service they provide is excellent and of high quality, furthermore the food we delicious! Prepared with dedication and effort. It has a spacious and well equipment rooms, a gym, bar, access to the...More

    Thank Kathy C
    Response from Andreina G, Director de Relaciones con Clientes at Palma Real Hotel & CasinoResponded 3 weeks ago

    Greeting Kathy Thank you for staying at our Hotel. We are glad you enjoyed your visit and hope to see you again soon.

    Reviewed 10 July 2018
    Couldn't leave fast enough

    Upon booking it was understood that the fees will be paid upon leaving the premises and will leave a credit card to hold a deposit. Like the booking site explained but little did we know that we were going to be charge the full amount...More

    Thank Lisa R
    Response from Humberto A, eCommerce Manager at Palma Real Hotel & CasinoResponded 4 weeks ago

    Dear Lisa We are sorry a standard procedure did not let you enjoy your stay in full at our hotel. At check-in, in any hotel in the world, a credit card will be requested and if your reservation has not been paid before arrival the...More

    Reviewed 25 June 2018 via mobile
    Travel abroad with students

    A charming hotel located not too far from the airport. It is not very big but comfortable. It was the favorite of most of my students. There is a small bar and restaurant and a mini casino hidden away to the back....if you’re wanting to...More

    Thank TheSavvySpecialist
    Response from Humberto A, eCommerce Manager at Palma Real Hotel & CasinoResponded 27 June 2018

    Dear client Thank you for sharing with all of us details of your stay at our hotel. We are happy to see that everything went well. We are the ideal place to start your Costa Rican discovery, our facilities, staff, and services are the best...More

    Reviewed 15 June 2018
    Near the airport

    Stayed one night as a base close to the airport after a long day travelling. Rooms were ok, clean but basic. Small but nice restaurant. Small bar with a decent happy hour. Ok for a stopover but not much to do around it.More

    Thank Jennifer G
    Response from Humberto A, eCommerce Manager at Palma Real Hotel & CasinoResponded 21 June 2018

    Dear Jennifer Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you. We are happy to see that you had a great stay and that our services and location we ideal for your travel plans. We are located in Sabana Norte, an ideal location for...More

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    Free Parking
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    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    Bar/Lounge
    Breakfast included
    Hotel Amenities
    Free Parking
    Business Centre with Internet Access
    Room Service
    Wheelchair Access
    Shuttle Bus Service
    Breakfast included
    Airport Transportation
    Dry Cleaning
    Meeting Rooms
    Laundry Service
    Concierge
    Banquet Room
    Multilingual Staff
    Conference Facilities
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Room amenities
    Air Conditioning
    Minibar
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    Restaurant
    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    Bar/Lounge
    Casino and Gambling
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    US$69 - US$146 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #3 Casino Hotel in San Jose
    #23 Business Hotel in San Jose
    Room types
    Suites, Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms, Accessible rooms
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    Price range
    US$69 - US$146 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #3 Casino Hotel in San Jose
    #23 Business Hotel in San Jose
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    7 July 2018|
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    Response from Andreina G | Property representative |
    Yes you can walk to the local stores and restaurants :D
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    Response from Anita P | Reviewed this property |
    Breakfast starts @ 6:00 am till 11:00 am
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    Room Tips
    "Don’t overlook the main street"
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    "no matter what side you're on it's always quiet all day except during breakfast"
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    "To avoid noise, do no pick a joint room."
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    "I was on the upper floor, very quiet and darkening drapes, wood floor and very comfortable bed."
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