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.
Avenida 11, Calle 3 Bis, Barrio Amón, San José, san jose, 10101
What's nearby
Morazan Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Central Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
National Theater of Costa Rica - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Mercado Central - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
National Museum of Costa Rica - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 22 min drive
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 28 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
Café Rojo - 4 min walk
La Palma Bar - 4 min walk
Amón Solar - 2 min walk
Gilbertas Pizza - 1 min walk
About this property
Taormina Hotel and Casino
Taormina Hotel and Casino features a casino and puts you a short five-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 centre and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
87 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is noon
Contactless check-out
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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
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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
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Children
Children (18 years old and younger) are not allowed
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free secured, covered on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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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 centre
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 centre
Casino
Full-service spa
6 casino gaming tables
55 casino slot machines
Casino VIP room
Massage/treatment rooms
Accessibility
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 114
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
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
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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 specialises 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 that 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
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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 that you 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 an 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 social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site 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 centre.
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 9 minutes' walk from National Theater of Costa Rica.
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Reviews
Taormina Hotel and Casino Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently fresh, hearty, and abundant with attentive staff. (6 reviews)
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8/10 Very good
19 Apr 2026
Great staff, good free bfast
dana
dana, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2026
Great experience
Jaime
Jaime, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Jan 2026
This place was 🔥🔥
Waqas
Waqas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 Dec 2025
Overall a pleasant stay
Mayank
Mayank, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Feb 2026
Very pleased with faculty & staff.
Patrick
Patrick, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
Great staff very friendly and helpful
Timothy James
Timothy James, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan 2026
Big, clean, quiet room. Easy to walk downtown. Nice restaurant and bar.
Fredrik
Fredrik, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
Great service,specially Monica was real nice,and knowledgeable of the amenities!!
German
German, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
1 Feb 2026
Fun casino, clean place. Plenty to enjoy. Leave the wife at home
Frank
Frank, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
Great staff, clean rooms, nice amenities
Vincent
Vincent, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Nov 2025
Great place
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Jan 2026
Room was clean añd strangely quiet. Breakfast was on point Definitely coming back.
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Jan 2026
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!!!!
Edgar
Edgar, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2025
Great service. Friendly staff. Excellent restaurant
John
John, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2025
Outstanding atmosphere, you dont have to leave the hotel.
cinque
cinque, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2025
Room spotless everything was fantastic
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb 2026
It was cool
Leronne
Leronne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Sep 2025
Would stay again
Dante
Dante, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
Room was nice
Alan
Alan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Sep 2025
Had a beautiful experience will forever stay here at least 3 times a year
Derrick
Derrick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2025
Amazing place, definitely should check it out
Sanil
Sanil, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Feb 2026
All 100% good
Patrick
Patrick, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Dec 2025
The service was great. Very professional.
Ronald
Ronald, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 Sep 2025
Basic rooms, very friendly staff
Roberto
Roberto, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Nov 2025
Excellent service. The rooms are very comfortable. One of my favorite hotels to stay.front desk staff are great