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About the Hotel

Avenida Paseo Colon, Calles 26 Y 28. Frente A Pizza Hut., San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10186

Rooms & Amenities

Hotel Ambassador offers 72 air-conditioned rooms, each with a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and a safe. Private bathrooms include rainfall showers and hot water. Room options include double rooms with wardrobes and family rooms with terraces.

Dining at Cristal

The on-site Cristal Restaurant serves local cuisine for lunch, prepared by an in-house chef. A complimentary continental breakfast is available daily. The hotel also has a bar/lounge for drinks.

Business & Leisure

The hotel provides a conference center and meeting rooms for business travelers. Nearby attractions include the National Theatre of Costa Rica (1.5 km), Central Park (1.5 km), and La Sabana Metropolitan Park (1.5 km).

Location & Transport

Located in San Bosco, the hotel is 10 km from Tobías Bolaños International Airport. Key landmarks within walking distance include the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum (1.5 km) and Correos de Costa Rica (0.3 km).

Guest Services

A 24-hour front desk assists with dry cleaning and laundry services. Self-parking is free. The property does not allow pets or service animals.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Standard Double Room
Max:
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Standard Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
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Family Room
Max:
2 persons
380 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Double beds
Shower
Air conditioning
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
San Jose (San Jose)4600 ft
Airports
Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 4.8 mi
Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 10.3 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Fire extinguishers

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Casino

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

Avenida Paseo Colon, Calles 26 Y 28. Frente A Pizza Hut., San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10186
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Avenida Paseo Colon, Calles 26 Y 28. Frente A Pizza Hut., San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10186
Nearby
C. 2
Correos de Costa Rica
1000 ft
Av. 3 y Calle 15
Museo de Arte y Deseno Contemprorano
1000 ft
Restaurants
The Corner Pizzeria
500 ft
Mts South of Pizza Hut
Le Bistrot De Paris
200 ft
Torres de Paseo Colon
Tierra Gaucha Parrilla Argentina
700 ft
Barrio Don Bosco 50 Mts Este del Hotel Grano de Oro
Restaurant Ana
500 ft
Calle 24 y 26 Paseo Colon
Maria Bonita
1000 ft
75 West
Moksha Indian Restaurant
1700 ft
Paseo Colon
Ban Mee
2000 ft
Calle 38 100 metros sur del Centro Colón

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
7.5
7.5/10 based on 486 reviews
Kyle
United States, February  2025
7.0/10

I had a decent stay here. The hotel is super affordable at $70 a night, and it's close to the Metropolitano hospital, which was a big plus for me. The room was clean, and the air conditioning worked well. However, the amenities were minimal, and I missed having hot water at the sink and a coffee machine. The breakfast was nice, though, which added some value to my stay.

Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and had comfortable sheets and pillows. The air conditioning worked well, which was a relief.
Service
7.0
I didn't have any interactions with the staff beyond check-in, but everything was handled smoothly.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located close to the hospital, making it ideal for my needs.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was quite pleasant, and having Pizza Hut right across the street for dinner was convenient.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were very basic, lacking many amenities.
Clifford
United States, February  2025
7.2/10

I stayed at this hotel for one night, primarily because it's close to the hospital Metropolitano and offered a great price. The basics are covered; while it lacks amenities like a coffee machine, the room was clean and the breakfast was nice. Overall, it's a solid choice if you're looking for efficiency and value without frills.

Rooms
7.0
The room was very basic but clean, with comfortable sheets and pillows. The air conditioning worked well, but there was no hot water tap at the bathroom sink.
Service
6.0
Service was minimal, as expected for the price point, but the cleanliness was commendable.
Location
8.0
The location was very convenient since it was close to the hospital and I was able to grab dinner across the street at Pizza Hut easily.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was included and was a nice addition to my stay, especially for the price.
Facilities
Clean room
No hot water tap
Jon
United States, January  2025
6.6/10

I stayed for one night and found the hotel very budget-friendly, especially since it's right across from the Metropolitano hospital. The rooms are basic but clean, and I appreciated the nice breakfast included in my stay. However, the amenities were quite limited, lacking things like a coffee machine or hot water tap in the bathroom. Overall, it's a good price for what I got, but it's definitely very basic.

Rooms
6.0
The room was clean with decent sheets and pillows, but very basic without extra amenities.
Service
7.0
I didn't experience much in terms of service since it was a quick stay, but everything met my needs effectively.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located right across the street from Pizza Hut and very close to the hospital, which was my main reason for choosing it.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast was nice and a great perk for the price.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities were minimal; just basic essentials like bar soap and clean towels.
Harold
United States, November  2024
7.6/10

I found this hotel to be a solid choice for a budget stay, especially being so close to the hospital Metropolitano. The room was clean, and I appreciated the reasonable price. However, it lacked some amenities like hot water in the bathroom sink and a coffee machine. For $70, including a nice breakfast, I really can't complain too much, but it definitely feels basic.

Rooms
7.0
The room was clean, and the sheets and pillows were fresh. It was very basic, but given the pricing, it felt like a good deal.
Service
7.0
I didn't interact much with the staff, but everything was provided as expected. The air conditioner worked well.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located right across from Pizza Hut, which made it easy for dinner. It's near the hospital, which is why I chose it.
Dining
8.0
Breakfast was nice, which added value to my stay.
Facilities
John
United States, October  2024
7.0/10

I stayed at this hotel for one night, and it was very affordable, especially for the location near the hospital. The room was basic but clean, and I appreciated the decent breakfast included. However, there were no hot water taps in the bathroom sink, and the lack of amenities like a coffee machine might be a downside for some. Overall, for $70, it offered good value.

Rooms
7.0
The room was basic but clean, with comfortable sheets and pillows. The air conditioner worked well, which was a plus.
Service
7.0
I didn't interact much with the service staff, but the hotel seemed to run smoothly.
Location
9.0
The location is very convenient, especially if you need to be close to the hospital.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was included and decent, although rather simple.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel had very few amenities, but it was clean and functional.
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