Attentive staff at Dunn Inn create a welcoming atmosphere where guests can enjoy favorite meals at the restaurant or relax with drinks at the cozy bar.
Located in Carmen's heart, Dunn Inn combines warm hospitality with modern comforts. Guests start their day with cooked-to-order breakfast, stay connected with WiFi, and unwind at the on-site restaurant or bar. Previous visitors consistently praise the helpful staff.
You can look forward to free full breakfast, an airport shuttle, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Dunn Inn. The on-site restaurant, Dunn Inn, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Dunn Inn boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from June 1 2026 to December 31 2027 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per room (one-way)
Pet fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Frequently asked questions
Is Dunn Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, Dunn Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 10 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Dunn Inn?
As of 21 Jumada I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dunn Inn on 23 Jumada I 2026 start from SAR 304, excluding 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?
Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Dunn Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Dunn Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Does Dunn Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 35 per room applies.
Where is Dunn Inn located?
Located in Carmen, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Morazan Park and Parque Espana. Casa Amarilla 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 14 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Hotel Dunn Inn was lovely! Our room was clean and comfortable. We were within easy walking distance of central San Jose including museums and the pedestrian mall. The staff was friendly and helpful and we had access to secure free parking which was a bonus.
Breakfast was also included!
We highly recommend the Hotel Dunn Inn!
Really wonderful staff. It's an older hotel with a ton of character. Free and secure parking. Nice large rooms with good bathroom and hot water. Breakfast was very nice, a complete & very filling meal. The area is a bit shady with Casino across street, but if you're a savvy traveler it's fine and a good value for all the amenities needed for a quick stay.
Alicia
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Kaan
11 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
the staff, the room, the location, all very good. staff very helpful. the food, not so much.
Kaan
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
David
25 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was quiet and the woodwork within the room felt like being in a cabin.
David
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Esther
14 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice old building, room simple but clean. Very noisy outside with a casino across the street, so it was noisy until 3 a.m.. Other rooms may be better
The best thing about this hotel is the extremely friendly and courteous and helpful receptionist who very kindly let me have the room at 10 am in the morning.
This hotel has all the basic amenities and is of a good standard for Latin America.
The location is five minutes walk from the main street and didn’t feel unsafe although there are some visible homeless people on the street.
Room and amenities were fine. Staff was exceptional. What was totally unacceptable, and in fact HORRIBLE, was that the room was right next to the street where ALL NIGHT LONG and I mean, ALL NIGHT LONG people hung around raising hell. Racing motors. Extremely loud music and loud talking right outside the window. Impossible to sleep. I will not stay here again. If you do, DO NOT allow yourself to be put in room 27.
All staff was lovely except the deep voice guy at front desk was impatient or mysoginistic or something.
Girl in cafe and housekeeping were amazing!
Hotel has a very lively nightlife outside, but we enjoyed that, -feeling like we were part of the barrio. Fell asleep peacefully.
The beds and bedding were 4☆ worthy! Really.
We enjoyed our stay!
My husband and I returned to the Dunn Inn after 32 years. This hotel is where we spent the first night of our honeymoon. The place looked and felt the same. Very homey, beautiful wood everywhere, personal service and solid wifi. Breakfast was hearty but bland. Coffee not a true representation of good Costa Rican coffee. Parking was easy and secure. The neighborhood has changed a lot with the casino across the street, LOTS of people hanging around outside but we never felt unsafe. Just a lot of action. Walking distance to many wonderful sights and restaurants. Great stay. Brought back some memories!
We have a very comfortable stay with the Dunn Inn on our two day stop over in San Jose. We loved the history and the area was easy walking to downtown. Front desk staff was wonderful!
Staff pleasant, nice and quiet, good location. AC worked fine though I did not need it,shower with warm water.Whenever I needed a repair light or batteries maintenance fixed it prompyly. I hope they can find an owner for the small dining area and the bar/restaurant.
We enjoyed our stay. We could park the car in a gated carport and were just a few blocks away from tge city center with shops, restaurants, and all the museums and tourist attractions.
Lovely staff and rooms, clean and comfortable. Front desk helped us book a taxi to the airport. Unfortunately a bit loud outside, but otherwise it's a reasonably priced stay in San Jose.