Alta Las Palomas Hotel San Jose

ex. Alta Hotel
San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica View on map
8.8 Fabulous Based on 233 reviews
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"Rooms feature private terraces with expansive Central Valley views. The restaurant serves meals prepared with ingredients from a local farm. Best for weekend couples, less so for anyone relying on consistent room maintenance."

From US$ 188 US$ 159 per night
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Check-in
2 Sept 2026
Check-out
3 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Alta Las Palomas Hotel

  • Farm-to-Table
    Own farm produce
  • La Luz Bar
    Top-rated in San José
  • Outdoor Pool
    Tropical garden setting
  • Spa & Sauna
    Couples massage & steam
  • Valley Views
    Volcano panoramas
  • Poás Volcano
    30-minute drive

Overview

The 5-star Alta Las Palomas Hotel San Jose offers a location in close proximity to Ceramica Las Palomas and such amenities as a swimming pool, a sun deck, a sun terrace, and a shared lounge. Nestled in a business area, this elegant hotel is just a 5-minute stroll from Herpetological Refuge Costa Rica Animal Rehabilitation Center and has a steam room and a sauna.

You'll be 1.7 miles from Escazu Avenue and 1.6 miles from Plaza Itskatzu. The mission-focused amusement park "Parque Diversiones" is also located about 15 minutes by car from the smoke-free Alta Las Palomas. Guests will also enjoy proximity to Cerro Alto Palomas, which is merely 0.6 miles away. Entertainment options in the area feature Grand Casino Escazu approximately 10 minutes by car from the San Jose hotel. Hotel Alta bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is right near the Alta Las Palomas San Jose.

Certain rooms have an adjoining terrace and a dressing area for your convenience. Some bathrooms have a roll-in shower and a separate toilet, along with hair dryers and dressing gowns.

A complimentary breakfast is included. The onsite restaurant is open from 06:30 to 22:00. Alta Las Palomas Hotel is within easy reach of La Luz Restaurant & bar, which serves delectable meals.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:30
  • Check-out
    from 06:00 until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    5 stars
Alta Las Palomas Hotel
Our tips

Should you book Alta Las Palomas Hotel?

Perfect if you
  • Need an outdoor pool - the hotel has an outdoor swimming pool for guests.
  • Want a room with a private balcony - the hotel offers rooms with a balcony.
  • Require quick airport access - Tobías Bolaños International Airport is a 20-minute drive away.
Maybe skip if you
  • You expect free airport transfer - the hotel charges a fee for its airport shuttle.
  • You plan to bring a pet - the property enforces a strict no-pets policy.
Best for
  • A plunge pool available on the property for guests to use
  • A spa and wellness centre with a steam room and massage services

Facilities of Alta Las Palomas

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
Leisure & Sports
  • Plunge pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Yoga class
Alta Las Palomas Guest Services
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Happy hour
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Children's menu

Policies

Alta Las Palomas Hotel applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:00 until 23:30
Check-out
from 06:00 until 12:00
Important info

Frequently asked questions

During your stay at Alta, you can dine at la Luz restaurant which serves Mediterranean dishes.
Alta is just a stone’s throw away from the city’s key locations and sites, including Ceramica Las Palomas and Herpetological Refuge Costa Rica.
The cost of a night's stay in Alta San Jose is $198.
Juan Santamaria International is the closest airport and it is situated within 0.5 miles from Alta.
Popular attractions near Alta San Jose include Herpetological Refuge Costa Rica as well as Ceramica Las Palomas.
Alta will accept American Express, Visa and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
Alta San Jose offers free parking, an outdoor swimming pool and allergy free rooms.
Some rooms of Alta welcome guests with the following facilities:
  • a laptop-size safe
  • a seating area
  • a writing desk
  • smoke detectors
  • a separate toilet
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Yes, Alta offers bus shuttle service. Please call ahead to confirm the details.
Guests of Alta San Jose may arrive to check in at 3 PM, and check out until 12 PM.
Yes, some of the rooms at Alta come with an workspace.
Yes, bag storage is available at Alta San Jose.

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Check-in
2 Sept 2026
Check-out
3 Sept 2026
Guests
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