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Taormina Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
Where excitement meets relaxation: Raise the stakes in our casino or unwind with a rejuvenating massage.

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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.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €131
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Located in Carmen, a neighbourhood in San José, Taormina Hotel and Casino is in a national park and near a boardwalk. Templo de Música and National Theater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Mercado Central. Ready for a night out? Consider Villa Amphitheater and Parque Viva.
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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 Jose Atlantic Station - 13 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Taormina Hotel and Casino

Hotel near Sabana Park
Consider a stay at Taormina Hotel and Casino and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a casino and dry cleaning/laundry services. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as 6 casino gaming tables, 55 slot machines and a casino VIP room. Indulge in a body scrub, reflexology and a deep-tissue massage at Aman Massage, the on-site spa. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Eleven Avenue, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as 3 bars and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free property and a lift
  • Concierge services, luggage storage and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 87 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Eleven Avenue

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 55 slot machines
  • 6 gaming tables
  • Casino (1,292 square foot of space)
  • Full-service spa

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift (114 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Gioconda House B&B
Gioconda House B&B San Jose
Gioconda House San Jose
La Gioconda House Hotel Costa Rica/San Jose
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Frequently asked questions

Is Taormina Hotel and Casino pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Taormina Hotel and Casino on 17 Jan 2026 start from €131.29, 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 Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

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

What time is check-out at Taormina Hotel and Casino ?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Taormina Hotel and Casino provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Taormina Hotel and Casino located?

Located in Carmen, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Morazan Park, Parque Espana, and Casa Amarilla. Templo de Música and Pre-Colombian Gold Museum are also within 10 minutes. San Jose Atlantic Station is 13 minutes by foot and San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Taormina Hotel and Casino Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 882 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 882 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 882 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 882 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 882 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property/resort is a one-stop-shop. It had all the amenities you need on-site. You did not even have to go anywhere for food, entertainment, or lodging...it was already there. Outstanding Hotel!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean rooms, nice amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Friendly staff. Excellent restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless everything was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David

Best 24 hour restaurant in San Jose for late night dining. Good poker room. Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

TERRENS POLESHUCK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. The rooms are very comfortable. One of my favorite hotels to stay.front desk staff are great
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and kind staff! Good price and location to walk everywhere. I’m a single woman and there was definitely some… “adult” only activity going on here. However, no one bothered me and the hotel was a good stay nonetheless despite the activity lol.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic rooms, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in. Self parking is nice to have
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krishna Bosco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and respectful staff. Exceptional restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeeva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent condition and service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, good value, good food in restaurant, interesting demographic
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly amazing experience! Staff was great, restaurant is downstairs. Everything you need in one place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

pierre

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

8/10 Good

Duane

Liked: Staff & service
It was a great location to ships and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time in CR with my mom, this place is loaded with ladies off the street. I get it’s legal here; it is a good hotel if you’re a single man looking for some action. But if you’re a 20 something girl here it isn’t what you may expect. I seen no reviews about what kind of place it is- i tried to get a picture of me for my Birthday before i knew what kind of place and security didn’t let me. Constantly they asked me and my mom ‘what we were doing’ like ‘are you guests’ I’m assuming because we’re just ladies and the other ladies are out there working. The casino is so fake they had tables but roulette and psi gao open… felt like a cover or something it was so odd. We got a taxi after a concert and they asked where we were staying, we told him and he told us it is unsafe for us there ! I noticed later all the reviews were from guys but it says nothing about this!! Please be mindful- ALSO!! they charged me on my card more than they were supposed to
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!!! Staff was amazing!! Food was great!! Everything was perfect for my stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel was clean and the staff was great. I plan on staying at this hotel again in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
Front desk staff are excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time!!! The food was great and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful hotel casino. The staff are amazing and they keep improving the facility. A very friendly place to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

'wil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient , rooms are insulated well from sounds from the bar / casino downstairs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice people always helpful!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024