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Cando Living

3.5 star property
City-center hotel, steps from Jade Museum

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Courtyard
Comfort Apartment
Reception
Front of property
Economy Double Room | Garden view

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Netflix

Room options

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Standard Apartment | Private kitchen

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Patio
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bathrooms
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Apartment

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Apartment

Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Avenida Central, Frente al Museo de Jade, Entre las Calles 13 y 13 Bis, San José, San Jose, 10101

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Plaza de la Cultura - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Central Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 25 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 32 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 4 min walk
  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 7 min walk
  • San Jose Fercori Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Wong's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nuestra Tierra Restaurante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sapore Trattoria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Li - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soda Colombiana Pan y Sabores - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Cando Living

At Cando Living, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. Also, Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Avenida Escazú Shopping Center are within a short drive.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 24 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

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

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Netflix

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Select Comfort mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Fees & policies

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Cando Living Aparthotel San Jose
Cando Living Aparthotel
Cando Living San Jose
Cando Living Hotel
Cando Living San José
Cando Living Hotel San José

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Cando Living?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Cando Living?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Cando Living.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cando Living?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Cando Living?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (3-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (15-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Cando Living and nearby?
Cando Living has a garden.
What's the area around Cando Living like?
Cando Living is in Catedral, a short 4-minute walk from San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station and 2 minutes' walk from National Museum of Costa Rica.

Cando Living Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

When we arrived at Hotel Cando We were completely exhausted from three flight cancellations during the holidays. We met Jesse, the manager, at the time who was very professional, and figured out a way to deal with someone who could not speak Spanish. Our rooms were exceptionally clean, Netflix was available. The water was hot and the beautiful patio was very inviting! Across the street is the museum of Jade and of course many other historical museums and neighborhoods to walk in and visit. I can’t say enough wonderful things about Hotel Cando!
Michael, 3-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really cool property. Nice large loft style apartment in an awesome location. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Wish we could stay longer
cars, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lynn, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly and prompt Great price Everything is within walking distance place had a stale smell I purchased aerosol spray and Clorox Refrigerator exterior was rusty
Ricky, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Value!
I have stayed here over the years and always have enjoyed the location and value. The service has always been excellent, with friendly staff. Location is great if you like staying in central San Jose. You have supermarkets within a minute. This is a little Gem that is great on the pocket book and clean. Hot water is solid.
Damon, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Courtyard
Carlos, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property is a peaceful clean and most convenient location Best price in town Walk out the door and you are where you want to be. Strongly recommended
James, 11-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

No signage on entry door. Had to buy my own ice tray. No locking screens on doors, so you left your door open. Positive is the friendly, courteous, and knowledge of the Staff, Antonio is helpful and Awesome, great asset for the owner
BillMayse, 19-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in San Jose. And a great and friendly staff.
Kevin, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

4/10 Fair

No sign outside; difficult to find. 'Full' breakfast option is a scam; you only get a voicher for $4 discount. Poor construction; you can hear everything in adjacent rooms. No hot water in sink. No screens on doors; great climate outside ... but can't enjoy without letting in many mosquitos. Very few rooms have A/C; travelers should read the fine print on every room before choosing. The 'blackout' curtain is just a pull down shade that doesn't cover the window. Overall, beautiful courtyard ... but everything else about this property is disappointing. Would never stay here again
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

gardens were lovely and the location and outdoor seating area
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Besides being a little hard to find due to lack of signage otherwise the apartment was very good for the price with good location and English speaking helpful staff
Craig, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The young lady working there was super helpful. Very informative. She gave us her cellphone number and did all translation for us when we purchased the event ticket. Even let us use her ID to buy event tickets. The room was large and modern but bathroom needs attention. Shower water splashes every where coz it does not have a proper curtain or door. Overall the room not cleaned. They only change out bed linens. Very noisy coz the guests played loud music passed midnight
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Softer lights for bedroom..maybe a lamp by bed. Very central to everything.
Alvaro, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Best property for $50 per night in downtown San Jose.
Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jose, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Melina, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Centrally located, convenient to everything and yet very private and shielded from the street noise. The rooms facing the garden are best. Thanks to the staff for making me feel well taken care of
Orlando, 5-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Barbara, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

There was no water at all from evening till morning.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

While it looks clean in the pictures my bed had diarrhea stains that still had a strong smell. The toilet had hair on it as did the pillows. I was moved to another room. One of the pillows in that room smelled and had been recently used. I would suggest they was their linens between guests.
C, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A little gem that will not disappoint
A great place to stay, centrally located and lots to see right on the doorstep. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Perfect for solo travellers, couples or families. I would recommend this to friends or family without hesitation. I arrived late evening at the airport and used their pickup service. Convenient and the reception stayed open later for me.
Paul, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Modern Loft in Great Location
Very trendy and modern hotel in a great location that is walking distance to downtown landmarks, parks and China town. There wasn’t a hotel sign outside but had the street numbers and a unique door with a security system which uses a fab card to enter. I was traveling alone and felt very safe. Loved the decor and garden area in the center with couches to lounge. Also had a TV area and patio on my floor. I took the room with AC which was spacious with a living room area, kitchen with an eating counter and the bedroom upstairs loft style with no doors. The TV had a free account of Netflix as an added perk. The staff was very helpful with recommendations and spoke perfect English. All in all I recommend this hotel.
Cristina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review