Name: Balmoral Hotel
Address: Avenida Central Calles 7 y 9, San José, Provincia de San José, CR
Price range: 30 US$–114 US$ per night
Rating: 7.93

Opiniones de los huéspedes

Los viajeros describen el Balmoral Hotel San José CR, en el Distrito Histórico, como una base céntrica para explorar los museos y lugares de interés de San José, con un personal generalmente amable y un restaurante popular en las instalaciones, pero las habitaciones anticuadas y la operatividad irregular moderan las expectativas.

Muchos agradecen tener acceso a pie a teatros, mercados y museos, aunque varios advierten que la zona circundante se siente insegura después del anochecer y que el ruido de la calle puede ser molesto en ocasiones. Las habitaciones suelen estar limpias pero son antiguas, con baños pequeños, camas muy firmes, falta ocasional de ventanas y una conexión Wi-Fi o aire acondicionado en la habitación inestable; algunas suites son espaciosas. Las instalaciones son variadas: estacionamiento conveniente pero un gimnasio que a menudo no funciona, problemas periódicos con el agua caliente, bar/tiendas cerradas y una entrada de garaje incómoda; el desayuno está incluido, aunque limitado a opciones fijas y el servicio puede ser lento, mientras que a muchos les gusta El Patio. Espere una estancia con una buena relación calidad-precio que priorice la ubicación sobre el lujo.

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Instalaciones

El estacionamiento es conveniente y cuenta con personal amable, pero las instalaciones se sienten limitadas: el gimnasio a menudo no funciona, el bar/tiendas están cerrados, el acceso es a través de un garaje o una puerta cerrada y algunos huéspedes reportaron cortes de agua o agua caliente.

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6

Benoit

16 abr 2024

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Se alojó 1 noche

You’re right downtown within walking distance to everything. The rooms are quite dated. The hotel entrances are either through the garage or the restaurant

6

harry

9 abr 2024

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Se alojó 5 noches

The bar area was closed the complete trip. Only one elevation stopped on the lobby floor so you had to walk up a floor to get to the front desk. There was no face towels. Staff was great and breakfast was good. Parking attendants was great also. Most of the stores in the hotel were vacant. Otherwise the stay was okay.

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fiona

29 jul 2024

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Se alojó 1 noche

Their water pump was not working so we did not have any water to wash or shower. The receptionist said the hotel would refund our stay through expedia , but I have not received any response from the hotel or expedia yet!

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guy

6 ago 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

Right in the center of the city. Very helpful staff specially with the very convenient parking. The rooms are ok, clean and quiet. Bathroom could be renovated. The city itself was a bit strange, a lot of police, we only came for 1 night before a morning flight and decided to stay at the hotel after dark. Breakfast was also nice. The guy at the parking was exceptionally helpful and nice

8

Eran

9 nov 2025

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Se alojó 6 noches

Gym had almost zero functionality. None of the equipment I wanted to use were working! Both available treadmills were broken. Overall, I couldn't use the gym. That was one of the main reasons I booked that hotel, apart from location, so that was very disappointing. Other than that the service was great and breakfasts were nice. Great customer service.

10

Joseph

28 sept 2024

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Se alojó 2 noches

Very comfortable property, giant rooms, great water pressure, very quiet interior rooms. The property is under some renovations on the first floor. They have a beautiful bar on the lobby floor but it’s closed. My tv had a broken speaker but other than that I loved my stay at the Balmoral.

6

ALEJANDRO

10 dic 2024

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Se alojó 3 noches

La entrada del hotel esta muy mal, entras por el estacionamiento

10

Allan

1 feb 2023

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Se alojó 3 noches

Friendly staff, clean hotel, great location, good breakfast. The only thing I 💯 dislike about this hotel is the lack of a main entrance. Having to wait for someone to open the gate every time you get to hotel is very inconvenient, especially when you have luggage or bags with you. Other than that, great place to stay

4

Rachel

28 jul 2024

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Se alojó 2 noches

We stayed for 2 nights and did not have water for the majority of the time. The hotel wouldn't move our room and would not give us a refund. The phones were also messed up as were got calls in the middle of the night and tons of messages from the reception/laundry etc that were not for us. What was most disappointing was seeing how the staff at the front desk talked to their cleaning staff. The description and pictures of the hotel are out-of-date, since many of the shops and cafes are no longer in operation. The only good things I can say is that the valet workers were super helpful and the restaurant (including the service) was great.

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joshua

30 ago 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

Staff was nice but no hot water and they changed the rooms on me.machines in weight room now working well.

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Limpieza

Las opiniones sobre la limpieza son variadas: muchos encontraron las habitaciones y las áreas comunes muy limpias, pero otros mencionaron baños sucios u olorosos, toallas/ropa de cama viejas o desgastadas, olores a humedad o moho, y algunos reportes de chinches.

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10

Andrew

11 jun 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

Friendly reception team, the room is very spacious and well equipped. Beds are nice comfy and the rooms are clean and quiet.

2

Miguel

2 abr 2025

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Se alojó 2 noches

Very dirty bathrooms. Images doesnt show the real condition

10

Joan

7 feb 2023

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Se alojó 1 noche

Great staff at check in, safe space for car, clean, large and comfortable room.

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Balasubramanian

29 nov 2023

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Se alojó 1 noche

There was mold in the curtains. The entire place was damp and smelled of mold. We checked out immediately and had to find another hotel for the night. Wouldn’t recommend this place.

6

David

5 sept 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

Bed bugs - about 15 bites on both legs while sleeping; still itching the following day. Other than that, while central location was ideal for quick sightseeing of most important sites, but hotel location across from casino, homeless beggars, and drug addicts along the pedestrian mall outside the hotel raised safety concerns

10

Griselda

3 oct 2024

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Se alojó 4 noches

The hotel was great. The staff especially graveyard valet and a morning valet Saturday was very nice. Whenever we needed something we got it right away. Are room was put together and clean everyday we came back to it. Free breakfast was good and the view was great. The experience will be missed and i wish i was there now. Thanks for everything

6

Dianne

17 feb 2023

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Se alojó 3 noches

The location on Avenida Central was excellent. The room towels looked more grey than white and one of our beds had been slept in and the sheets not changed.

4

Edda

14 mar 2025

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Se alojó 7 noches

Hot water intermitent, dirty and uncared rooms, old towels. Restaurant staff (ladies) awful...food with no taste No worth the money paid Years ago was a better place to stay

10

Katryn

11 ene 2026

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Se alojó 1 noche

Helpful staff and very clean room

10

Tyson

18 nov 2025

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Se alojó 3 noches

The overall property is very clean and the location is convenient for shopping and getting a quick bite to eat. The staff was very friendly and quick to offer assistance if they think you are looking a little lost. My one complaint is the free breakfast is very limited in what you can eat. But then again it is free and you have the option to pay for a regular meal

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Habitaciones

Las habitaciones son generalmente anticuadas, con baños pequeños y camas muy firmes; varias carecen de ventanas exteriores, y la conexión Wi-Fi o el aire acondicionado en la habitación pueden ser poco fiables, aunque algunas habitaciones y suites renovadas son espaciosas y tranquilas.

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Neeraj

20 nov 2024

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Se alojó 2 noches

Smell of urine in the rooms. Beds are too small. Bathroom is so tiny and tight

6

Joe

20 dic 2023

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Stayed in room 204 for two nights and had no internet in the room, November 29 and 30th, 2023. notified desk about no internet. Returned December 19 in room 205 with no internet in the room. All other Costa Rica hotels we stayed in had internet.

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scott

28 ene 2025

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Se alojó 2 noches

The location is perfect for exploring downtown San Jose. Just a few minutes walk to museums and the central avenue stores. Check in was a bit stressful and chaotic and our agent was not very friendly but after that the stay was great. All the rest of the staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel is older and it shows, but our room was great despite the age. We booked a deluxe room and it was huge, with a nice glassed in balcony. It had lots of outlets, a full sized refrigerator and a microwave. It was quiet at night. The hotel restaurant is quite nice. A bit more expensive than street restaurants, but that is normal. The service and food were good and it was nice to have a good meal in our hotel, especially on our first night.

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YANA

21 mar 2024

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Se alojó 1 noche

Has nothing to do with pictures on the website. No proper entrance, outdated hallways and rooms, windows in the room facing some metal rods. TV does not work.

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yana

18 dic 2023

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Se alojó 2 noches

Our room was not prepared properly. Took multiple calls to fix issues. The two-room suite did not have coffee maker not mini fridge. WiFi signal was not reachable in the room we have stayed.

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Michael

21 jul 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

The hotel was clean. Thats where the positive ends. Lukewarm shower water and broken A/C unit paired with very hard mattresses on mis-matched furniture gave the place a college dorm feel for the price of a good hotel.

6

Boris

25 may 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

In a center, close to all points of interest in San Jose.

8

Vickie

31 mar 2024

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Se alojó 2 noches

Located in the center of the city made all the landmarks accessible. Food, sightseeing, shopping all at walking distance. Hotel was clean and the rooms were spacious. Having a restaurant within the hotel was a plus. Complementary breakfast was good. Beds were not comfortable, mattresses should be updated. Overall, great experience. Would stay there again.

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Ramon

15 dic 2025

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Se alojó 3 noches

Pocas opciones de desayuno. El cuarto no correspondía con la foto, estaba muy viejo y dañado. Era más pequeño de lo ofrecido en la página y las fotos. Muebles viejos y maltratados. El WC tenía una fuga, la reporté y no la arreglaron.

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Jeremy

1 ene 2026

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Se alojó 2 noches

It was a great location for the last leg of our trip because we were doing a walking tour nearby, however, it was not the most comfortable and one of the two fridges in the room was not working, smelled, and a little dirty. The beds were hard as a rock, clean, but very firm. The lobby and restaurant photos certainly set you up to believe it is luxury in the midst of a very popular and populated area, but I felt the rooms need more comfort and cleanliness to add to the comfort level for the area, especially when paying for a suite.

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Servicio

El personal es descrito frecuentemente como amable y servicial, pero el registro de entrada/salida puede ser lento y hay quejas recurrentes sobre interacciones groseras en la recepción, errores en las reservas o en la facturación, y una respuesta inconsistente.

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Sadie

15 dic 2024

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Se alojó 1 noche

Fine for the night after getting in late to San Jose. Our key kept on not working. Front desk was held up and took 30 minutes to check in AND check out and had to wait about as long to get them to come up and fix our door.

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broderick kieth

14 jul 2025

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Se alojó 4 noches

Great service clean good restaurant great location friendly helpful staff

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Kyle

30 ene 2025

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Se alojó 2 noches

We arrived at the checkin desk and there was one person working and a couple checking in. She asked us to sit and wait and she would call us up to the counter. Another couple was in the seating area and they said they were waiting because their room was not ready and they had already checked in, we were next. While we were waiting another couple came in and were helped before we were, not a huge deal, another checkin agent also arrived as there was only one person doing checkins. While checking in I was asked to pay for the room, I told them I booked on Expedia and it should be paid. She was very unfriendly and said the room was not paid for and wanted to know how I was going to pay. I said again that it was paid for. Her associate helped her find that the room was in fact paid for. She was very unfriendly. That evening around 8:00 PM the phone in the room rang and it was Anna from the front desk, same girl that checked us in. She said our card was declined and I had to come down to the front desk and pay for the room. She was VERY unfriendly this time. I told again the room was paid for.She said it was not and If I wanted to stay the night I had to come down to the front desk. She was very rude. I was almost dressed to head down and the phone rang again and it was Anna, she said it was a mistake, the room was paid for. I went down anyway to talk to her. I was not asked for a card to cover any additional expenses and needed to know how she had my credit card information. She

10

Daniel

7 ago 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

Helpful professional staff. Clean and well appointed room. Reasonable pet fee.

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Lizbeth

16 ene 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

No es la primera vea que nos hospedamos aquí y las experiencias con el personal del checkin es desagradable , nos hicieron esperar de mala manera casi 40 minutos antes de obtener la habitación y para nuestra sorpresa cuando la asignaron no era lo que solicitaba, yo pedí dos camas para dos personas independientes y nos dueto. Una sola súper pequeña como ya me la habían hecho en otra oportunidad, me devolví a la recepción para decirles que esa no era la habitación que solicité y después de una discusión entre los dos representantes del hotel en recepción me atendieron y me cambiaron sin no antes tener que volver a esperar , la fila en recepción tanto para mí como para otros huéspedes que llegaron antes de las 2: pm era larga y todos se veían incómodos de mi parte no volveré , en resumen pésima atención y poca atención a lo que solicité y por ende pagué

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Lizbeth

17 jul 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

Súper lento recepción

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Thang

1 jun 2023

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Se alojó 1 noche

I’ve been around the world and I’ve never been treated so rudely in my life by the front desk manager. I came with my wife and he treated her like she was some working girl ... he Did not let her enter the hotel at first and we got into a loud argument. I asked to see a manager and he said he was the boss of the hotel. No he’s not. Just a rude front desk manager. I will never come back to this hotel again if he is still working there.

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ANDREA

11 ago 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

They should have more staff at the time of check in/out so you don’t have to wait 20 minutes. Each room should have a small fridge.

10

Raven

1 mar 2024

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Se alojó 2 noches

Great service here!

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William Jason

6 mar 2025

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Se alojó 7 noches

The Front Decks staff was wonderful. They really made the stay easier, because they could handle any issue with ease. There was not many issue, other than the staff helping us navigate the city. The advised us on events, local cultural sites, and even how to use the train. The cleaning staff was great, but we did not interact with them as much. The breakfast wait staff was very professional and always had a smile. We had dinner twice at the hotel, the food was excellent, thanks Chefs. The courtesy and helpful staff made the base of our trip. Thank you Hotel Balmoral

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Ubicación

Excelente para ir caminando a los museos, teatros, mercados y tiendas del distrito histórico; múltiples reseñas aconsejan tener precaución adicional por la noche debido a la zona circundante y señalan el ruido ocasional de la calle.

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Ketan

16 nov 2023

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Se alojó 5 noches

The staff at the hotel are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the local area. Most museums and markets are walkable from the hotel. Noise inside the hotel can be a little loud, but depends on the other guests. There is a man that sells pan pipes on the street outside the hotel and he will play the exact same 3 second tune from 7am to 7pm!

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Yvonne

12 mar 2024

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Se alojó 2 noches

The Balmoral is on Central Ave. which is a pedestrian walk way. If you take the free walking tour that you can find on line it will help you get a lay of the land. You can then explore the historical sites and public market with ease. We felt very safe during the day. Down at the plaza by the clock, we sat and ate our icecream cones and watched the water fountain and activity. The hotel staff were wonderfully helpful. The room was spotless and there were seating areas that were nice. There were closed shops in the building probably due to the pandemic. This place is a 5 for people looking for history. If you are looking for a pool and massage you should stay somewhre else

10

Patrick H

22 nov 2025

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Se alojó 5 noches

Perfectly located to all daily activities.

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ROSEMARY

21 nov 2025

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Se alojó 6 noches

Thoroughly enjoyed staff in hotel and restaurant. Courteous,helpful, cant say enough about them. Hotel restored beautifully and walking distance to Theatre,museums, shopping, etc.

10

Ann

29 abr 2024

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Se alojó 3 noches

We liked the in-house restaurant which was very good! The staff in general was excellent. We liked that we got a breakfast bag when we left for the airport at 4 AM . The hotel also helped us find a good cab driver to the airport. The only negative thing was the area surrounding the hotel. It was not very safe, especially when it got dark

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David

5 sept 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

Bed bugs - about 15 bites on both legs while sleeping; still itching the following day. Other than that, while central location was ideal for quick sightseeing of most important sites, but hotel location across from casino, homeless beggars, and drug addicts along the pedestrian mall outside the hotel raised safety concerns

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Lisa

1 mar 2025

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Se alojó 2 noches

Close to museums. All walkable. I suggest not going too far after dark, especially after 9 or 10 PM ( 21.00 or 22.00)

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Lonita

12 feb 2025

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Se alojó 2 noches

In historic district

10

Emilie

3 feb 2025

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Se alojó 3 noches

The location of this hotel was perfect, right in the middle of all museums, boutiques and restaurants.

8

malcolm

7 abr 2025

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Se alojó 2 noches

Very good location for exploring central San Jose. Value for money hotel.

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Comida

El desayuno está incluido pero limitado a algunas opciones fijas y el servicio puede ser lento; muchos huéspedes disfrutaron del restaurante El Patio en las instalaciones, mientras que otros encontraron la comida promedio o mala.

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Susan

15 mar 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

We loved the atrium restaurant. The building is beautiful and a perfect place to relax after an airport travel journey.

10

Gina

19 ene 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

Very spacious, clean and easy for walking around. Dinner and breakfast was amazing

8

SONJA

2 mar 2023

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Se alojó 2 noches

The ability to walk anywhere downtown from this location was fabulous. Plenty of dining options nearby, or you could eat at their restaurant. The food was well prepared and breakfast was included with the room.

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Lynette

13 feb 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

I love the property and the location but my favorite thing about this property is the staff. So professional, friendly and kind. Really made my stay enjoyable. I love the restaurant, El Patio. The food is fresh and delicious, but again, the staff stands out, especially Marlon, who went above and beyond to make sure I had an amazing dining experience. Thank you so much, Marlon, El Patio and Balmoral Hotel.

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Angela

18 ago 2024

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Se alojó 6 noches

Our stay was wonderful, nice and quiet place to stay, well kept up with throughout the hotel, food was delicious, staff was so nice and helpful. Definitely coming back

6

Millicent

3 mar 2025

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Location is good. Breakfast poor. WIFI very bad. Room need to upgrade.

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Keith

3 feb 2025

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Se alojó 1 noche

Everything was decent just decent however once again the service in the restaurant as we were there before and I just wrote it off to a bad day, was horrible. No lie 57 minutes as we saw the clock when we sat down to get cold pancakes with fruit and one plate of scrambled eggs with rice. Two other couples screaming as well. Our waitress ignored us over 25 minutes, just to bring me a cup of tea and coffee when we first sat down. Another waitress saw how upset we were and finally brought me the tea and then the orange juice which took another 15 minutes, which is part of your breakfast.I don’t know why anyone will go here. I can’t believe anyone has a good experience from what I’ve seen and experienced myself now. They need to fire everyone in that restaurant.

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Vasant

18 may 2023

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Se alojó 4 noches

Great experience. Plus restaurant location is outstanding. And service in restaurant was impeccable. Kudos to all.

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Millicent

3 mar 2025

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Se alojó 6 noches

Good location. Bad WIFI. breakfast poor.

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Tyson

18 nov 2025

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Se alojó 3 noches

The overall property is very clean and the location is convenient for shopping and getting a quick bite to eat. The staff was very friendly and quick to offer assistance if they think you are looking a little lost. My one complaint is the free breakfast is very limited in what you can eat. But then again it is free and you have the option to pay for a regular meal

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Mes	Precio medio
enero	87 US$
febrero	95 US$
marzo	93 US$
abril	90 US$
mayo	85 US$
junio	84 US$
julio	87 US$
agosto	86 US$
septiembre	88 US$
octubre	103 US$
noviembre	94 US$
diciembre	88 US$

DO	LU	MA	MI	JU	VI	SA
				1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14	15	16	17
18	19	20	21 $97	22 $93	23 $93	24 $94
25 $87	26 $30	27 $88	28 $97	29 $90	30 $97	31 $97

DO	LU	MA	MI	JU	VI	SA
1 $89	2 $92	3 $92	4 $97	5 $97	6 $97	7 $92
8 $97	9 $94	10 $97	11 $97	12 $97	13 $99	14 $101
15 $102	16 $100	17 $100	18 $99	19 $100	20 $97	21 $102
22 $99	23 $101	24 $102	25 $102	26 $100	27 $114	28 $100
29 $100	30 $98

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