About
A converted Tropical Victorian mansion, the Grano de Oro Boutique hotel offers the warmth and comfort of staying in a private home with all the amenities of a Luxury hotel.
Situated on a shady street just off Paseo Colón, San José’s main thoroughfare, Hotel Grano de Oro is a sanctuary in the heart of the city. The hotel’s charming atriums and corridors are filled with the ambiance of old San José. A lush tropical walkway leads to a rooftop terrace that offers soothing Jacuzzis and a spot for secluded sunbathing, perfect for a Costa Rica honeymoon.
Our Luxury Hotel in Costa Rica, Hotel Grano de Oro, features 38 guest rooms in four categories as well as two signature suites. Rooms are furnished in Tropical Victorian styles with wrought-iron beds and rich fabrics handcrafted by Costa Rican artists. No two rooms are alike and all are designated smoke-free.
- Massage Therapy
- GIFT SHOP
- Fitness
- TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
San José,
Costa Rica
Calle 30, Avenida 2 y 4.
Rooms
With a choice of Standard, Superior, Deluxe or Deluxe King, Grano de Oro has a room to suit every need. All the rooms in this elegant turn-of-the-century mansion feature air conditioning and ceiling fans, 300 thread-count linens, flat-screen TVs and Simmons Beauty Rest Pillow-top mattresses. There is free WiFi throughout the hotel.
A Family Suite consists of two rooms with an adjoining shared bath, offering plenty of room for up to 5 people. The luxurious Garden Suite, once the original living room of this converted mansion, offers a private tropical garden and spacious seating area, 2 flat screen TV’s and a king sized bed.
The hotel’s signature Vista de Oro Suite, reached by a private staircase, commands breathtaking views of the Central Valley skyline. The suite reflects the turn-of-the-century style of the original home with handmade tiles and rich wood paneling. The suite’s living area is stylishly furnished with exquisite antiques and a luxurious king-size bed. A large in-room Jacuzzi is the ideal vantage point from which to savor a glass of champagne and watch the lights of the city twinkle below.
Jacuzzi Services
A rooftop garden terrace with lawn beds and 2 Jacuzzis provides secluded lounging, great for relaxing after a day in the city or out on a tour. Open daily from 9a.m. to 10p.m.
Massage Services
The hotel partners with a massage service, who offer a variety of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments for our guests. For more information on these or to make a reservation, please contact us prior to arrival by phone or email or at any time during your stay.
Gift Shop
Come by and see our selection of hand-made Costa Rican handicrafts in our Gift Shop, as well as artesian jams, chocolates and a few typical treats! Open daily from 2:30p.m. to 9:30p.m.
Restaurant
Grano de Oro Restaurant uses only the freshest ingredients to prepare their French Mediterranean influenced cuisine, this fine dining restaurant is a popular spot. The restaurant has the charming ambiance of a magnificent period home with an elegant inner courtyard that is not to be missed. The Grano de Oro houses an award winning wine cellar. Enjoy a glass of wine from our Premium Wine menu or a refreshing tropical cocktail after a long day of touring or an afternoon of relaxing. Open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
Room service is available during restaurant hours.
The service at the Restaurant Grano de Oro is the perfect blend of congeniality and complete indulgence; the staff offers the professional yet friendly assistance that defines a state-of-the-art guest experience. Rated one of the top restaurants in Costa Rica, French chef, Francis Canal, merges classic French and fresh Mediterranean cuisine.
The restaurant echoes the gracious hospitality of the hotel itself. Guests enjoy drinks in a cozy parlor setting with elegant furnishings or at the hand-carved bar, which offers an inside or outside option. Dining space is intimate and warm with an ambiance that welcomes everyone as an honored guest. The inside dining room surrounds an elegant inner courtyard in which guests may also dine. Evocative Spanish instrumentals set the mood.
Restaurante Grano de Oro serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily from 7a.m. to 10p.m. Coffee, juice and continental fare can be requested even earlier. restaurante@hotelgranodeoro.com
It begins for early risers preparing for day tours and adventurous exploring. A variety of tropical selections offer exotic nutrition to start the day or opt for more traditional fare.
The restaurant offers a pleasant selection of soups, salads, sandwiches, light entrées and delicious classics. A favorite dining spot for locals and visitors, the inner courtyard is a delightful place to enjoy a midday meal.
It is a featured attraction at Grano de Oro. The ambiance is intimate and romantic, with an Old World elegance that makes Grano de Oro inviting.
Fresh sustainable fish figures prominently on the dinner menu at Grano de Oro, enhanced by a variety of delicious preparations. Or try local Costa Rican in-house aged beef with a selection of delicious traditional French sauces.
The superb cuisine is complemented by a wine list boasting excellent choices from around the world. Restaurante Grano de Oro houses an award winning wine cellar. Created and managed by our Restaurant’s General Manager/Co-Owner, Ciro De Angelis, our cellar houses over 140 labels and more than 1800 bottles of wine. These wines are hand chosen to pair with our menu. Enjoy a glass of wine from our Premium Wine menu after a long day of touring or an afternoon of relaxing.
Activities
Being in the center of the country, the Hotel Grano de Oro and San José are ideally located as a home base for travel within Costa Rica. From the city you can choose among dozens of one-day tours to the rainforest, volcanoes, to experience the thrill of a white water rafting or a canopy tour, to mention a few.
As the cultural heart of the country, the city has great tour options by day and as well as a great night life. There are dance clubs, bars, restaurants, cinemas and a cultural agenda with artists of international reputation and very interesting performances. This city offers an interesting mix of cultural and artistic highlights.
All of these attributes make San José a destination more than just a stop-over.
As the cultural heart of the country, the city has great tour options by day and as well as a great night life. There are dance clubs, bars, restaurants, cinemas and a cultural agenda with artists of international reputation and very interesting performances. This city offers an interesting mix of cultural and artistic highlights.
Learn all the secrets of that delicious cup of coffee.
Canopy with 12 different zip lines, 18 platforms, Tarzan Swing trails and Fly like Superman option.
White Water Rafting – Pacuare 1 Day Trip
The rafting tour is once in a lifetime experience, you will enjoy the amazing nature of the rainforest via the river, while running Class III and IV rapids into the heart of the rainforest.
Visit one of Costa Rica’s amazing volcanos
With many to choose from each offering a different experience take a tour or drive yourself and explore the areas around these incredible mountains.
Private Guided Walking City Tours or Self-Guided San Jose
Bring your walking shoes! These are 4 great ways to explore urban San José and to see the secret spots in the city.
Each tour or suggested walking route provides you with great information about the culture, history and architecture of San José. You will learn interesting facts about the city, spend time appreciating the beauty of San José and immerse yourself into the life of the capital!
Other Activities within the HotelIt is a featured attraction at Grano de Oro. The ambiance is intimate and romantic, with an Old World elegance that makes Grano de Oro inviting.Fresh sustainable fish figures prominently on the dinner menu at Grano de Oro, enhanced by a variety of delicious preparations. Or try local CostaOther Activities within the Hotel
If you are in our hotel for a short time and you don’t have enough time to take a tour, we recommend the following activities:
Relax and unwind at our bar/lounge. We have an extensive drink list with many delicious beverages including: Champagne Cocktails, Martinis, Virgin Cocktails, etc.
Read a good book, we have a small bookcase for book exchange
Have a relaxing massage or other special treatment in our massage room
Enjoy the evening resting on our Jacuzzi terrace
Finish the day off with a leisurely dinner in our tropical Victorian influenced restaurant