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1,902 reviews

Hotel Novo

Hotel Novo

Avenida Central y Primera, Calle 14, San Jose, 60111, Costa Rica

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Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Hotel Novo

Welcome to Hotel Novo, your comfy oasis in the vibrant city of San José, Costa Rica! Nestled just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the city center—only 0.2mi—you'll find yourself perfectly positioned to explore all the local charm this city has to offer. With a starting price of just $44, it's a wallet-friendly choice for savvy travelers craving convenience without sacrificing comfort.

At Hotel Novo, mornings are anything but dull with a delicious complimentary breakfast that promises to kickstart your day on the right note! Whether you want to delve into a hearty meal or savor lighter fare, we've got you covered. Our fantastic amenities, including a cozy restaurant, free Wi-Fi to keep you connected, and room service to indulge in a night in, ensure your stay is as enjoyable as possible. Feel at ease knowing our 24-hour front desk is ready for your queries and our non-smoking rooms provide a fresh atmosphere for your adventures ahead.

But don't just take our word for it—our 1,902 glowing reviews speak volumes about the delightful experiences our guests have had at Hotel Novo! With added perks like a business center, a bar to unwind after a day of exploration, and impeccable service, you're in for a fantastic stay. So come join us at Avenida Central y Primera, Calle 14, and let the magic of San José unfold right at your doorstep!

As you set foot into Hotel Novo, let the modern ambiance of our on-site Restaurant #1 whisk you away into a world of culinary delights! Whether you’re indulging in a leisurely breakfast or unwinding with a delightful dinner, our restaurant offers the perfect backdrop to enjoy a meal. With a vibe that’s both stylish and relaxed, it’s the ideal spot to gather with friends, recount your adventures, or simply take a break as you embrace the local flavors. You’ll be tempted by dishes that celebrate Costa Rican cuisine, ensuring your taste buds are just as entertained as your travel plans!

After a day filled with exploration and excitement in San José, make your way to our inviting bar for a refreshing drink. Sip on a cocktail or enjoy a cold local beer as you kick back and share stories with fellow travelers. Our friendly staff makes it their mission to keep the good times rolling, creating a social atmosphere that fosters memories both old and new. With live music on certain evenings, the mood is sure to be lively, transporting you deeper into the rhythm of Costa Rican life while you unwind in comfort.

At Hotel Novo, we know that convenience makes for a smoother travel experience. You can choose to pay in cash or use major credit cards like American Express, Visa, or Mastercard, making your booking process as seamless as possible. And with our convenient location, vibrant atmosphere, and exceptional service, we can assure you your stay will be one to remember. Dive into the heart of San José and let Hotel Novo be your trusty home base as you navigate the enchanting streets and colorful culture that awaits!

Closest airports

Tobías Bolaños International Airport

4.1mi

Juan Santamaría International Airport

9.4mi

Quepos La Managua Airport

34.2mi

La Fortuna Arenal Airport

50mi

Tortuguero Airport

58.5mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

Quadruple Room in Hotel Novo

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Quadruple Room

2 Queen Size Beds

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Free toiletries

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Stay comfortably in our spacious Quadruple Room designed to accommodate up to 4 adults. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and free toiletries while experiencing ultimate comfort with air conditioning and two queen size beds.

Double Room in Hotel Novo

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Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Shower

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Experience comfort and luxury in our Double Room, complete with a spacious 258 sqft area and a cozy Queen size bed. Indulge in a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and refreshing air conditioning, ensuring a delightful stay for 2 adults.

Triple Room in Hotel Novo

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Triple Room

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

280 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Shower

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Welcome to our spacious Triple Room, perfect for up to 3 adults. Enjoy a comfortable stay with your own private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and refreshing air conditioning.

Guest reviews

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1,902 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Terrence

8.2

June 2022

Location is right in the sweet spot of being close enough to walk to terminal 7-10 (Monteverde Bus- you have to go to the basement level at the terminal to buy tickets. Office is next to the elevator) and in a better area than a few blocks closer. It took me about 10 min. to walk. Main pedestrian shopping area is only 2 blocks away (McDonald's, Subway, supermarkets, stores, etc. ) Room was clean and nice for the price. WiFi was good, bed comfortable, cable TV had a lot of channels with many English channels. 24 hour desk, AC, elevator. No complaints. I come to CR often. I will stay here again. Also, I've stayed at some of the cheaper options. Spend the extra 10. It's worth it for the comfort and especially the safety.

No complaints. At first it seems like AC doesn't work. It just takes a few minutes.

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Solotraveler443

8.2

November 2021

Free breakfast, friendly and helpful staff, they also have a bar and restaurant on the second floor. You can get a drink or sit and eat lunch and dinner (not free) with amazing food. Location because it's close to alot in downtown SJ all within walking distance. Wifi was good, it was pretty consistent, only a few interruptions. The AC is really cold. The floors in the room are tile and they mop them every day. Cable channels were great and covered many genres, I think there are two English channels (news) and one Chinese channel (movies). The music channel don't have any dubbing.

Location again because it's smack in the middle of downtown, you hear a lot of the city late at night or early in the morning. They really need to upgrade their bedsheets and towels. You can tell they've just been washed over and over and over and over and over again. They have holes and the towels are not exact soft. And I'm not sure they change the sheets or pillows I think they just flip them over. Some places were not cleaned. I checked the basket they place the hairdryer in and it seems to have hair shavings, when lifting up my pillow, I would sometimes find long strands of hair. There's no parking, the entrance is on a main street.

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S

10

May 2023

The manager, receptionist and all staff go above and beyond to meet customer satisfaction and guarantee a great stay. I can't recommend them enough. I travel for work here often and I like staying here. The location is great as you can go downtown to government offices, the central market is a few minutes walk and you can find souvenirs and affordable lunches called "casados". There are coffee shops, pharmacies, clothes stores, etc near by too. It's not gentrified and you will be able to see what the average Costa Rican every day commute and life looks like. All the rooms I have stayed in have AC and minifridge. All the rooms I have stayed in are spacious.

Everything was great. Thank you.

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Kristy

9.1

August 2023

They helped me with a good taxi driver from the airport and to the bus station. Breakfast at 6:30 was early enough for me to take advantage of. Desk open 24 hours. The people at the desk and kitchen were friendly and helpful. It wasn't super posh. I liked that. Everything I needed for a good price.

The honking busses outside the window at 5 in the morning. Still, I was on 2nd floor so got to see the city wake up. My food allergies limited my choices for breakfast. But I had a nice omelet and decent coffee.

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S

10

March 2023

It's within walking distance to the gold museum which is what I wanted to see. I also went on foot to have coffee at "el tostador" which I wanted to try. Finally I went to "El Gran Hotel Costa Rica" 5th floor to enjoy the view. The day of my departure I walked to MEPE buses to go to Sixaola then walked to Panama to go to Bocas del Toro. Everything was close. It's very convenient. Besides they have a restaurant where breakfast was included and they also serve lunch and dinner. Loved Hotel Novo.

Everything was good for the price. It's and old building. I brought alcohol and wipes to clean myself.

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Monica

9.1

June 2023

My flight was cancelled and the hotel accepted to modify for free the check-in date and I appreciated that. The staff are very welcoming and helpful. The reception is open 24 hours. The hotel is located near the downtown. The station of the airport bus is nearby. The WiFi connection is good, but with some interruptions. The room is spacious and has street view. The bed is large and comfortable. Overall, the hotel offers very good value for money.

There is a strong smell of disinfectant in the room. The breakfast is basic.

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John

8.2

March 2023

Small, clean, windowless room in the center of San Jose. Desk and minifridge. Bathroom fine. Modest breakfast included. About 23 rooms on 2 floors. Excellent value for money.

Towels old and worn. We had an inside room, which was pretty quiet given all the noise of the middle of San Jose, but it's a little tough without a window. Maybe I asked for quiet?, and it was fine for one night, but I'd certainly want a window--and risk the noise--for a longer stay.

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S

9.1

May 2023

Perfect near downtown and the bus stations. You can walk everywhere. I recommend it when going to MEPE Buses to Limon, Puerto Viejo or Bocas del Toro crossing in Sixaola. Its best to go to bed early as downtown gets creepy after 9pm. Hotel is safe and nice. It has a restaurant where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner.

everything good.

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Neringa

9.1

September 2022

Great location - 7 min walking from the bus terminal to/from Cahuita and Puerto Viejo, and 2 min to the bus terminal with the buses going to the airport. Overall I expected less for the price but it was a great hotel, I had everything I needed. The receptionist was really friendly and helpful. And I was able to have a bath as there was a bathtub! I had a lovely balcony and it wasn’t too noisy, just normal amount of noise as you would expect in a capital city. I saw that other hotels for this price didn’t even have windows and there was the whole massive balcony that I got.

I was upgraded to a triple room by booking.com but got a double room (not a big deal as I was alone but could have been told about that) The breakfast could be improved and the lady working at the restaurant was a bit strange. No hand soap in the bathroom.

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Alex

10

June 2023

Check in was efficient. I had a third floor inner-back room which provided quiet. Good access to the various bus terminals and a few steps from the pedestrian strip. (Adjacent blocks appear sketchy, but that's the nature of this downtown.) My breakfast omelet sandwich and coffee was good.

IF you get a room exposed to the street, it might not be as peaceful! Ear plugs are provided in rooms. Luckily, my neighbors were quiet.

Points of Interest Around Hotel Novo

Attractions

San Jose Central Market (Mercado Central)

0.2mi

National Theater (Teatro Nacional)

0.5mi

Plaza de la Cultura

0.5mi

Gold Museum

0.6mi

Costa Rican Art Museum (Museo de Arte Costarricense)

1mi

Braulio Carrillo National Park

1mi

Rescate Animal Zooave

14.1mi

Doka Estate

14.2mi

Lankester Botanical Garden (Jardin Botanico Lankester)

14.8mi

Irazu Volcano National Park

16.3mi

Orosi River Valley (El Valle del Rio Orosi)

17.1mi

La Paz Waterfall Gardens

19.3mi

Sarchi

20.8mi

Poas Volcano National Park

21mi

Rainmaker Park

26.2mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Ambiances

  • Modern

Amenities of Hotel Novo

Restaurant

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Hotel Novo

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Hotel Novo

When are the check-in and check-out times for Hotel Novo?

Rooms at Hotel Novo become available for check-in at 02:00 PM and guests are requested to check out by 12:00 PM.

What are the rates at Hotel Novo?

At Hotel Novo, prices have a starting point of $44. It's essential to note that rates might adjust based on room choice and your stay dates. Input dates for accurate rate checks.

Which room categories can I book at Hotel Novo?

Hotel Novo offers three types of rooms: Quadruple Room, Double Room, and Triple Room. Quadruple Rooms have a size of 344 sqft and accommodate 4 adults in 2 Queen size beds; smoking is not allowed. Double Rooms have a size of 258 sqft and accommodate 2 adults in 1 Queen size bed; smoking is not allowed. Triple Rooms have a size of 280 sqft and accommodate 3 adults in 1 Twin bed and 1 Queen size bed; smoking is not allowed.

How can guests spend their time at Hotel Novo?

Guests at Hotel Novo can spend their time enjoying the various leisure amenities provided by the hotel. They can visit the bar on-site and relax with a refreshing drink, or socialize with fellow guests in a pleasant atmosphere. Additionally, the hotel offers a business center for those guests who need to attend to work matters during their stay.

While the data does not provide specific information about restaurants at Hotel Novo, it is mentioned that there are restaurants on site. This means that guests have the option to dine at the hotel without having to go elsewhere. The ambiance of the restaurants is described as modern, allowing guests to enjoy a contemporary atmosphere while indulging in delicious meals.

Overall, guests can make the most of their stay at Hotel Novo by taking advantage of the leisure amenities such as the bar and the restaurants on site.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Hotel Novo?

The provided data does not include any information about specific restaurants on site at Hotel Novo or their ambiances.

Can I use my credit card at Hotel Novo?

Yes, you can use your credit card at Hotel Novo. They accept Mastercard, American Express, and Visa. Additionally, cash is also accepted as a payment method.