Taormina Hotel and Casino

Hotel with spa, near Sabana Park

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine  - Taormina Hotel and Casino  (San José)
At Taormina Hotel and Casino, experience the vibrant energy of Carmen with a stay that includes a 24-hour gym, Italian cuisine at Il Gattopardo restaurant, and high-stakes fun at the casino. Enjoy luxurious relaxation with an onsite spa offering hot stone massages and body scrubs. Plus, take advantage of amenities like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, valet parking for your convenience.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Casino
  • Restaurant and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
CA $137
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

Room options

Showing 4 of 4 rooms
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Avenida 11, Calle 3 Bis, Barrio Amón, San José, san jose, 10101

What's nearby

  • Morazan Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • National Theater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Central Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mercado Central - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 20 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 26 min drive
  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 13 min walk
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 15 min walk
  • San Jose Fercori Station - 15 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Silvestre - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Amón Solar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whisky Barrel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gilbertas Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Rojo - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Taormina Hotel and Casino features a casino and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sabana Park. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or reflexology, and Italian cuisine is served at Eleven Avenue, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 3 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness center, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 87 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free secured, covered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 5:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Casino
  • Full-service spa
  • 6 casino gaming tables
  • 55 casino slot machines
  • Casino VIP room
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 45
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Aman Massage has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Eleven Avenue - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Gioconda House
Gioconda House B&B
Gioconda House B&B San Jose
Gioconda House San Jose
La Gioconda House Hotel Costa Rica/San Jose
Taormina Hotel Casino San Jose
Taormina Casino San Jose
Taormina Hotel Casino
Taormina And Casino San Jose
Taormina Hotel and Casino Hotel
Taormina Hotel and Casino San José
Taormina Hotel and Casino Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Does Taormina Hotel and Casino offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Taormina Hotel and Casino does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 35 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Yes, the 1292 square-foot casino features 55 slot machines and 6 gaming tables.

What is there to do at Taormina Hotel and Casino and nearby?

Taormina Hotel and Casino has 3 bars and a casino, as well as a spa and a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Yes, Eleven Avenue offers Italian cuisine.

What's the area around Taormina Hotel and Casino like?

Taormina Hotel and Casino is in Carmen, a short 4-minute walk from Morazan Park and 8 minutes' walk from Plaza de la Cultura.

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Taormina Hotel and Casino Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Fresh and abundant breakfast with attentive staff was a highlight of the stay. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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8/10 Very good

Basic rooms, very friendly staff
Roberto, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay was good, a little noisy on the 2nd floor.
Tim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and respectful staff. Exceptional restaurant
Krishna Bosco, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent condition and service
Jeeva, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location Excellent service.
Arturo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, good value, good food in restaurant, interesting demographic
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Truly amazing experience! Staff was great, restaurant is downstairs. Everything you need in one place!
Igor, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Looks like the hotel was upgraded in the past couple of years as it really needed it. Nice rooms good bed good AC convenient restaurant
pierre, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a great location to ships and restaurants.
Duane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!!! Staff was amazing!! Food was great!! Everything was perfect for my stay
Casey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk staff are excellent.
John, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean and the staff was great. I plan on staying at this hotel again in the near future.
Albert, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great time!!! The food was great and the staff was very friendly
Casey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's a beautiful hotel casino. The staff are amazing and they keep improving the facility. A very friendly place to go.
Ted, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient , rooms are insulated well from sounds from the bar / casino downstairs
'wil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed at Taormina several times, and I can't wait for my next trip. The staff is so friendly and they are always looking to improve the property and improve the guest experience. This was one of my best stays yet. *note: this is an adults only property.
Patrick, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice people always helpful!
Hugh, 13-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Restaurant was good and available late night too. Made the stay so much better. Service overall was great. Staff friendly.
Jorge, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

I rate the hotel a five star. I have stayed many times over the years and it has never let me down. The staff are great, friendly and helpful. The property is always clean and in great shape. The rooms are spotless and always kept that way.
james, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very professional staff
robert, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a pleasant stay at the Taormina. Price is reasonable and the staff is amazing. Only stayed 2 nights, maybe longer next time. As I said on a review before, not for families.
Andre, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The area is relatively peaceful surrounding the hotel, the hotel itself is lively throughout the evening. The Bar is a great place to hang out and watch sporting events. The Jungle Club is pretty nice and they have good food. Breakfast in the main restaurant is pleasant. overall good casino with a lively atmosphere. This is not ideal for families with kids!
Brandon, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Property was good for a layover couldn’t get the tv to work . It was clean . And the water was hot
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Halloween Business Trip

Traveled to San Jose for a Business trip. Stayed at the hotel over Halloween. They dis a wonderful job of decorating the facility for a large Halloween party, unfortunately a Red Hot Chili Peppers concert took place on Halloween so the party was canceled. Hotel Has a good restaurant, Several bars and good security for all people entering. Rooms were clean and the staff friendly. I'll be back. A good stay.
Duwayne, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Only travel there if you’re a single male. Ac didn’t work properly. Kept shutting off. Also my room key would quit working at least once a day so that was annoying. But most of the staff were very friendly. Food was decent, a little expensive but good. Location is good.
Greg, 4-night trip