Hotel Presidente

Hotel · San José Centre (Avenida Central)

Design-led mid-range hotel on the Avenida Central pedestrian street with a roof terrace. According to GayOut, Puchos, Oráculo and Donde Candi are each less than 500 m away.

• ★ 4.4 on Google (1,875)
• Mid-range
• Rooftop bar
• Breakfast included

Address

Avenida Central, Calle 7
10104 San José

Location

Centre; Puchos about a 5-minute walk, Oráculo about a 6-minute walk

Price range

Mid-range, from about €105 per night

Rooms

about 80 rooms, suites with whirlpool tub

Crowd

mixed

What makes the hotel stand out

The Presidente is a modern city hotel with a restaurant and the rooftop bar Azotea Calle 7. GayOut lists it as a gay-friendly hotel and names Puchos (about 370 m), Sauna Oráculo (about 390 m) and Donde Candi (about 450 m) nearby. Gay Travel 4u also mentions it as a hotel a short taxi ride from bars and clubs. For a city stay with access to the scene, the location is practical.

Rooms and amenities

Rooms with air conditioning, soundproofed windows and Wi-Fi, plus a spa, gym and bike rental. In reviews guests praise the design, breakfast and staff; some find rooms worn and beds uncomfortable. According to guests, visitors aren’t allowed after check-in.

Contact

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: GayOut (gay-friendly hotel; Google reviews: 4.4 stars, 1,875 reviews), Gay Travel 4u (Costa Rica guide), hotel website, Expedia (price). Prices and amenities may change, please check before booking.