Built in 1930 and declared a historical landmark, the Gran Hotel Costa Rica is located in front of the National Theater and approximately four miles from Juan Santamaria Airport. The hotel is within walking distance to the Jade Museum, Gold Museum, shops, and restaurants. Hotel amenities include the neo-classical architecture, 24-hour restaurant, El Bufo Dorado Bar, 24-hour room service, casino, laundry, conference rooms, wireless internet access in public areas, and tour desk. All rooms feature cable TV, pay-per-view movies, refrigerators, dial-up Internet access, alarm clocks, coffee/tea makers, and free newspapers Monday through Friday.