Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

3.0 star property
Escape to tranquility with an airport shuttle waiting for you. Discover local delights at the on-site restaurant then raise a glass at the bar.

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Exterior
Basic Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker
Standard Room | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Front of property
Aerial view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 304
AED 343 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

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Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1.5 sur del Parque Industrial, Tejar del Guarco, El Tejar, 30801

What's nearby

  • Paseo Metrópoli - 5 min drive
  • Our Lady of the Angels Basilica - 7 min drive
  • Parque Nacional Tapantí-Macizo Cerro de la Muerte - 20 min drive
  • University of Costa Rica - 22 min drive
  • Sabana Park - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Fercori Station - 25 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Tejano - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks La Lima - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Casona Del Pollo - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

Property highlights
At Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, cable channels, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120.00 per room (roundtrip)
  • Pet deposit: USD 25 per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco Cartago
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco
y Restaurante El Guarco Cartago
y Restaurante El Guarco
Y Restaurante Guarco Tejar
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco Hotel
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco El Tejar
Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco Hotel El Tejar

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 25 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

As of 3 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco on 16 March 2025 start from $95.40, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 120.00 per room applies.

Where is Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco located?

Situated in El Tejar, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Paseo Metrópoli, Cartago Sports Center, and Dr. Max Peralta Jiménez Hospital. Elias Leiva Museum of Ethnography and Las Ruinas de la Parroquia are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 166 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love everything specially the back open eating area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the food and staff. Bed was a bit firm for me but room was beautiful. Only downfall is do not follow the map expedia has linked to this hotel it is the wrong location! Hopefully expedia can update this for future tourists
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always friendly, room very clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. Good food at the restaurant. Breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place. The staff was welcoming and extremely nice. Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Wade and Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the only large hotels to stay in this area. Unfortunately it’s on a very busy road and traffic is heard 24/7. We enjoyed the Dinning a the staff was very helpful and nice. Parking felt secure as they allowed us to park within the alcove which had a gate and foot security. We stayed here for convenience but did not sleep well at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff in all areas is very friendly and do their best to provide great service. For instance, the staff in the restaurant was very accommodating on our dietary needs, since my family is allergic to gluten and dairy products. Since the day we visit it was breakfast buffet, they helped us to cook some eggs for us to avoid cross contamination. The only thing that we noticed is that the hotel is could be a little noisy, as is quite close to the main street. (which at the same time is convenient for easy access).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a great stay! the room was comfortable, clean, and the staff was so nice! We did not eat at the restaurant but the food smelled delicious! If you are going to Cartago this is the place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
best breakfast we had on our trip in Costa Rica!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David Cree

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Kind, wonderful and generous Staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room. Very good staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Freddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is the best Option in the Area, rooms are little bit old, can be improved! Breakfast is great!! Staff amazing!! Is Safe and has a covered garage which is amazing having the fact that rains a lot in Costa Rica!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved your hotel, but my standards are according to the United States. It is a wonderful property that I will visit again. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at Hotel El Guarco in Cartago for three nights with my partner and my service dog, and once again, it was an outstanding experience. This isn’t our first time staying here, and every time, the service gets better. The staff is always incredibly attentive and friendly, making us feel very welcome. The delicious breakfast included with our stay is always a highlight—there’s a great variety, and everything is fresh and flavorful. It’s also a bonus that some of the staff speak English, which makes communication easy and comfortable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting the area—whether for business or leisure. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The traffic was annoying
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Salomon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is great and comfortable Rooms do have a very small tv with barely any channel choices. Otherwise place is clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place for a stopover while traveling. Rooms are spacious and clean, including AC and fridge. The staff is freindly and helpful and the included breakfast is freshly made and good as well. Secure parking is free of charge and possible in the inner courtyard, which is locked with a massive gate during the night and watched by a security guard during the day.

10/10 Excellent

arabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute hotel , you park right in front of your door in a little courtyard in the back . The beds were good , great water pressure. Only negative I would say would be the light that gets in early in the morning front to the top of the font door from the window . Otherwise very nice staff and place for the price close to a supermarket and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Shechem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to experience the cartigo community to be among the locals. Unfortunately, the motel is directly on the highway, which means non-stop road noise. Large trucks, fast cars and barking dogs rule the night. Avoid rooms at this motel near the road if you wish to have a peaceful nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Issues with the toilet and shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good value for the price. Wonderful staff.
Very good value. Hotel is in the process of undergoing renovations but we were put on the second floor in a room that had already been renovated. The restaurant was welcoming and the food was very good. The breakfast was included and we had our choice of many options. All staff were helpful. My husband had left his kindle in the room and the front desk staff was very excited when we returned later in the day so they could return it to us. Only negative is that it is on a busy road and traffic noise can be heard throughout the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Gloriana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Las instalaciones estaban muy bien, el desayuno muy rico Entraba mucha claridad en las habitaciones y por la madrugada había mucho ruido
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025