Hotel Autentico is a 4-star establishment located in San José, the capital of Costa Rica. The property emphasizes family hospitality, carefully appointed rooms and dining rooted in Costa Rican cuisine, designed for both leisure travelers and professional groups.

Why choose Hotel Autentico

• 4-star hotel with on-site restaurant and daily happy hour.
• Spacious suites (51.20 m²) and superior rooms in various configurations.
• Urban location near San José's bus station.
• Airport transfer from Juan Santamaria International Airport upon request.
• Event spaces suited for meetings, galas and conferences.

Atmosphere

The establishment cultivates the spirit of a family-oriented urban hotel rather than ostentatious grandeur. The tone is one of functional comfort, where staff are engaged in welcoming and orienting travelers. The common areas—restaurant, bar, meeting rooms—form the heart of hotel life, making it a practical hub for a few nights in San José, before or after exploring the country.

Rooms and suites

The hotel offers two main room categories:

• Superior rooms with either a king-size bed or twin beds to suit your needs.
• Suites of 51.20 m² equipped with queen-size beds, offering more living space.

Each room features a bathroom with a hair dryer, WiFi and a furnished work area—useful for business travelers or digital nomads.

Dining and services

Dining revolves around the Mastico restaurant, which showcases everyday Costa Rican cuisine:

• Breakfast: Gallo Pinto, the national dish of rice and beans cooked with spices, with optional additions (eggs, cheese, cold cuts, fresh fruit, bread).
• Lunch: Executive buffet Monday to Friday, featuring Casado (rice, beans, fried plantain) served with vegetables, meats and beverages.
• Room service available for private dining.

At the bar, a happy hour is offered daily from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. featuring fresh juices, soft drinks, local and international rums, beers and wines. The house signature cocktail is the Guaro Sour, made with Costa Rican sugarcane spirit.

The hotel also features event spaces suited for business meetings, corporate galas, press conferences and private receptions, with all-inclusive packages available.

Location and access

Hotel Autentico is located in San José, near the city's main bus station, making travel to other regions of Costa Rica convenient. Several options are available to reach the hotel from Juan Santamaria International Airport:

• Shuttle transfer organized by the hotel upon prior request.
• Taxis Unidos, with an office near the airport immigration counter (agree on fare before departure).
• Public buses from Alajuela to San José's bus station, just minutes from the hotel.

Parking is available on-site; during peak times, public parking spaces are available on nearby streets.

In the area

San José is home to the country's major museums (Pre-Columbian Gold, Jade, Fine Arts) as well as the La Sabana metropolitan park. To plan the rest of your stay or compare other accommodation options in the capital, consult the San José travel guide and other properties in the city such as Hotel Grano de Oro, Hotel Fleur de Lys or Hotel La Vela Boutique.

Plan your stay

Hotel Autentico naturally fits as an urban stopover at the beginning or end of an itinerary. To build a complete travel plan, explore our Costa Rica travel packages.