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Arenal Lodge

3 stars
Rate based on Check-in: May 3, 2012 Check-out: May 6, 2012
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2988 Barrio Escalante South Of Santa Teresita, San Jose,
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* Airport SAN JOSE JUAN SANTAMARIA APT - 140miles * SAN City - 140miles
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Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Resort and Nature Reserve

4 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 1, 2012 Check-out: Jun 4, 2012
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Reviewer score
4.5
out of 5
2 reviews
Los Angeles, San Ramon Costa Rica, San Ramon,
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  • FREE Daily Cinema, Night Tours & others
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At Villa Blanca, comfort goes hand-in-hand with conservation. The philosophy behind Green Hotels management is to combine country-style hospitality with a profound respect for the natural surroundings. Clients from around the world come to Villa Blanca to soak in the charming ambiance, to experience the authentic Central American flavor and to explore the most bio-diverse ecosystem on the planet. The Villa Blanca experience begins with the unique personality of your private accommodations. There are 35 casitas to choose from, including 5 romantic Honeymoon Casitas, each with breathtaking views of pristine tropical cloud forest. On the main hilltop is the Hacienda House, the centerpiece of the hotel. Here you can enjoy fresh baked breads and pastries at El Cafe del Bosque. You can play a game of chess or billiards in El Mirador de Los Angeles Salon. Or you can dine on authentic Costa Rican cuisine at restaurant El Sendero while savoring the awe-inspiring views of majestic Arenal Volcano. If you are coming to Costa Rica for relaxation, Villa Blanca is also the right choice. The hotel spa facilities are world-class. And the beauty of the Los Angeles Cloud Forest Private Reserve that surrounds the property provides the perfect setting for inner peace and tranquility. Villa Blanca also offers a unique look into Costa Rican society and history. Guests enjoy taking day-trips to San Ramon, known as the city of poets and artists. The hotel offers amenities such as Reception, Private THX Movie Theater, Green House. PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICIES All reservations must be prepaid. Peak season Dec 20-Jan 10, High season Jan 11-Apr 30 and Jul 1-Aug 31,Green Season May 1-Jun 30 and Sep 1-Nov 14. Cancellations must be made in written, a confirmation from the hotel must be sent as well. Last minute bookings are non refundable in a 100% after the credit card charge has been processed or payments has been done. Reservations for Peak Season (whether made by travel agencies or direct bookings) require a full non-refundable deposit by Oct 10; payments not received in a timely manner are subject to immediate cancellation without further notice, no exceptions made. No-shows and unused services, early checkouts are non refundable regardless of the season. Hotel strongly recommend travel insurance, a selection of insurance carriers can be found at www.insuremytrip.com
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  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport Shuttle
  • High-speed Internet
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet
  • Fitness center
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Great Place

  • Eire
  • Jan 11, 2012
We stayed at Villa Blanca for our entire trip to Costa Rica. We were very pleased with our stay. The room was fantastic and the breakfasts were delicious. We were a little worried that there would be some bug problems, but there was not. The road to the resort was very bumpy and having 4-wheel drive would have been helpful, but we really liked the remote location and cloud forest experience.
5

Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Resort

  • The Smitties
  • Feb 3, 2011
The staff at Villa Blanca were fabulous. It's located in a great setting with personalized service that is top notch. Each recommendation that staff made for our daily journey was perfect. We loved our room, the fire place, the guided tour. The hummingbird garden didn't disappoint - with a new bird every minute or two! We even took in a movie in the theatre!
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La Catalina Hotel and Suites

3 stars
Rate based on Check-in: Jun 18, 2012 Check-out: Jun 21, 2012
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Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
6 reviews
Beside Cetal LaCatalina, Santa Barbara,
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LaCatalina is a couples only adult hotel- 18 years and older. We have accommodations in both nude and prude- with clothes on- sides on the property. In the nude area you can be nude everywhere. The executive kings and 1 bedroom apartments are available in both nude and prude sides of the property. The 2 bedroom, 2 washroom house is only available in the nude area. The central location overlooks the valley of San Jose, this lush 6 acres estate property with tropical flower gardens, trees and ponds, offers breathtaking views. La Catalina on-site amenities include full size swimming pools, Jacuzzi tub, tennis court, billiards room, reading room, and an exercise room. Please note that clothing is optional at one of the two swimming pools. Or for the more adventurous type, take a walk along the trails on the property that lead to a beautiful waterfall. The on-site bar and restaurant offers a wide range of local and international dishes. Show off your singing skills at our weekly Saturday night Karaoke. Our on-site tour desk will gladly book any tours you are interested in. We offer free parking, free access to our gym, and we also offer free wireless Internet throughout the property. Pull up to the gate and honk your horn to open gate and proceed to front desk. The front desk is open 24 hours a day for your convenience. Costa Rica has something for everybody. You could spend the day on a jungle adventure watching the monkeys or enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica by visiting the mountains or relaxing on an unspoiled tropical beach. No matter what you wish to do, you will find it all and more in this tropical paradise.
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  • Business center
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Tennis
  • Pool
  • Fitness center
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La Catalina Hotel and Suites

  • MFSMary
  • Nov 1, 2011
La Catalina Hotel and Suites Costa Rica is situated in the mountain area, on 6 acres of lush, green, tropical land, with coffee and banana plantations on either side. There are many outbuildings for your privacy and seclusion, two pools, a hot tub, tennis court, spa and much more. From the veranda of the stately main building you look out over the San Jose Valley with miles of lush green vegetation and breathtaking vista. Inside you will find ornately hand carved pillars, book cases and handrails all done by local artisans of the time. This would be a great setting for weddings, private parties, or corporate retreats. La Catalina Hotel and Suites offers lots of activities too, canopy tours, horse back riding, ATV’s, zip lining, and so much more. The food was great; the party we attended was fun, and the people so warm and friendly. Both management and staff of La Catalina Hotel and Suites deserve acknowledgement and thanks for the courteous, helpful and warm reception we received from them. We can’t wait to go back to Costa Rica; and stay at La Catalina Hotel and Suites.We have already talked to friends about joining us on our next trip. Woo-hoo let the fun begin!
4

Quiet, beautiful grounds

  • Weary traveler
  • Apr 2, 2011
Tucked on the side of a hill in Herredia, with beautifully-tended grounds and a nice swimming pool. Good restaurant in-house and pleasant, if small, rooms. The great view becomes especially apparent at night.
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Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve and Spa

3 stars
Rate based on Check-in: May 27, 2012 Check-out: May 29, 2012
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San Gerardo de Dota, Cartago,
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Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve and Spa, is the ideal starting point for exploring Costa Ricas magnificent tropical cloud forest in all its beauty. Hotels services is the perfect complement for every nature lover seeking a memorable experience. We offer 41 rooms, bar and restaurant, day spa, conference room, laundry service, shuttle service, tours and related activities, as well as our beautiful gardens and impressive private reserve with its extensive network of trails. Our helpful and genuinely friendly staff are the hotels signature feature. The Chacón family, pioneers in the San Gerardo de Dota region have been operating the hotel since its inception and it has always been our utmost aim to provide top-quality service that goes hand in hand with the environment.
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Royal Dutch Hotel and Casino

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 26, 2012 Check-out: May 27, 2012
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Reviewer score
2.5
out of 5
8 reviews
Second Avenue, 4th Street San Jose Downtown, San Jose,
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The hotel is located in downtown San Jose on Second Avenue, 4th street. Gold Museum nearby Situated in San Jose, this hotel is close to San Jose Park Central, Gold Museum, and National Theater. Also nearby are Jade Museum and National Center of Art and Culture. 27-inch televisions Televisions come with cable channels. Guestrooms also feature air conditioning, safes, and electronic/magnetic keys. Restaurant ,Bar/Lounge Hotel Royal Dutch features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Includes: American Breakfast, Free Wireless Internet. . The hotel has the following room options: Single, Double, Triple, King size and a fully equipped Suite. The hotel also have their own restaurant, bar and casino. Our rooms have: -A/C -TV/Cable 27" -Private bathroom with hot water -Phone, Electric system doors -Digital safes -Rugs on all floors of the room.
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Room Installed phone system it is a scam

  • georgescu
  • Apr 3, 2012
Phone Long distance in the room is provided by phone co. with several names as BBG out in Luxemburg OR Costa Rica telephone etc. etc. IT IS SCAM : Two calls did not go through and was charge approx $ 50 dollars ON MY CARD Waiting for back credit.
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Well Priced, but Nothing Special

  • Paul from Atlanta
  • Apr 2, 2012
Read that name of this hotel and bear that in mind when making your decision. This place is a Casino/Bar first and a hotel second. The Casino is on the first floor, the bar is on the second with guest rooms on floors 4-6. I was on the fourth floor and when the bar was in full swing, you couldn't escape the music and noise. I can only imagine what it was like for the guests on the third floor. It was well priced and located right in the middle of downtown, but I'm not sure I would stay there again. My room was clean enough, but some of the stories I heard from guests in other rooms were not so positive.
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Corteza Amarilla Art Lodge Boutique Hotel

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 1, 2012 Check-out: Jun 3, 2012
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4 kms west from Forum, San Jose,
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  • FREE Breakfast + FREE Wi-Fi
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Warm and professional personnel will greet you into your home away from home in San Jose. Originally built in 1933 as a Residential home with pieces of demolished houses from San Jose; Corteza Amarilla is a true jewel with great arquitectural value. Located just a few minutes away from Commercial Leisure, Entertainment districts and corporate headquarter. The 11 junior suites and 2 master suites have a great decoration that surrounds the marvelous garden found in the property. You will find that the over-sized rooms offer comfort, elegance and a unique ambiance. All of the equipped with Free Wireless Internet, air conditioning, cable TV and mini bar. * Hotel also provides amenities like: Dry cleaning, Library, Lobby, Reception and Jacuzzi.
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  • Business center
  • Restaurant
  • Airport Shuttle
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  • Spa services
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Hotel Rio Perlas Spa and Resort

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 1, 2012 Check-out: Jun 3, 2012
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Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
1 reviews
Orosi Valley, San Jose,
Special Offer
  • FREE Daily Breakfast + Kids stay FREE!
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One of the most beautiful mountain resorts in Costa Ricawith a hot springs pool open 24 hours and a full spa with different massages and perfect retreats for honeymooners The Rio Perlas has 69 rooms.The Rio Perlas offers the opportunity for a true "Spa Experience" A combination of various Spa treatments designed to complement each other and to facilitate ultimate relaxation and therapeutic benefits. Located just 1 hour a 30 minutes from the Juan Santamarias International Airport in the legendary Orosi valley, 2 km left from Puente Negro Bridge.Beautiful gardens, mountains and a river surround the Resort. There is also an International Restaurant near to our lake and the amazing forest. Special Events such as Weddings are also available in our conference center and chapel.
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  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Pool
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet
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Beautiful Property

  • A. Frances
  • Jan 25, 2008
The property was beautiful.An historic church on the site. Walking trails. Hot spring pool. Spa. Staff accomodating. However, the internet did not work while we were there. The rooms had a musty smell. Small TV. Otherwise, this is the best place to stay in that area. Price was right.
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Balmoral Hotel

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 6, 2012 Check-out: Jun 7, 2012
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Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
48 reviews
Central Avenue, between 7th and 9th Street, San Jose,
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  • 30% Off per night
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Simple guest rooms, standard amenities at the heart of downtown San JoseLocated in a historical district in San Jose, the Balmoral Hotel offers simple guest rooms, modern amenities and convenient location near embassies, banks and area attractions like the Pre-Colombian Gold Museum, the National Cathedral and Morazan Park. From the Balmoral Hotel visitors can take day trips outside the city to explore volcanoes, rainforests, and waterfalls. The Balmoral Hotel offers guests a complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi access (fees apply), and a fitness center. Business travelers can find a business center, and the hotel has seven flexible meeting rooms for event groups. Highlights Great downtown locationSome rooms have balconies overlooking Central AvenueFitness centerComplimentary breakfastWi-Fi access (fees apply) RoomsThe Balmoral Hotel has 112 newly renovated guest rooms and suites. Some guest rooms have balconies, and the suites have balconies overlooking Central Avenue in downtown San Jose. Guest rooms feature pairs of double beds, while suites have three double beds and separate living rooms. In-room amenities include air conditioning, cable flat-screen televisions, coffee-makers, mini bars, hair-dryers and telephones. Accommodations also feature work desks and Wi-Fi access (fees apply). FeaturesLocated at the heart of downtown San Jose, the Balmoral Hotel offers great city views and comprehensive amenities well-suited to both business and leisure travelers. The hotel also serves complimentary buffet breakfast daily while the open-air restaurant/bar El Patio del Balmoral offers coffee, drinks, live music, and casual dining on site. The hotel offers a guest fitness center and a sauna, and business travelers can stay in touch with Wi-Fi access (fees apply) throughout the property. The hotel also has a business center, and event groups can find seven state-of-the-art meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 200 people. Other on-site amenities include parking, laundry services and a 24-hour front desk. Transportation Coca Cola Bus Station (1 mi/1.6 km)Juan Santamaria International Airport (11.6 mi/18.6 km) Attractions National Theater (0.2 mi/0.3 km)National Museum (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Simon Bolivar Zoo (0.6 mi/1 km)Central Market (0.6 mi/1 km)Museum of Costa Rican Art (2.4 mi/3.9 km)La Paz Waterfall Gardens (30.9 mi/49.7 km) Business 7 flexible meeting spacesBusiness centerWi-Fi access (fees apply) Policies and fees SMOKE FREE POLICY All Rooms and public areas of the Balmoral Hotel are smoke free. We have taken these steps due to a clear and overwhelming demand from our guest for a healthy and smoke free environment. Smoking will not be permitted in any room and public areas, and a $100 USD cleaning and recovery fee will apply to those guests who decide to smoke inside the rooms A smoking area it has been created for our guests who do smoke. Please ask at reception for spaces where smoking is allowed.
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  • Business center
  • Restaurant
  • Airport Shuttle
  • High-speed Internet
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet
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perfect for anyone willing to go somewhere different.

  • Marvin
  • Aug 18, 2011
The experience was awesome. The people were very hospitable and well educated. Low crime and excellent customer service. The country was so beautiful I couldnt believe my eyes, I had to pinch myself because I thought I was dreaming. Overall I give it an A for everything despite the fact I only lasted 6 days.
4

unbeatable accomadation

  • fluffy
  • Jun 23, 2011
location is excellant close by to everything Food and drinks are great. The staff are very friendly, as well as catering to their guest needs are great. The staffs care about the facility and their guest
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Casa Roland San Jose

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 26, 2012 Check-out: May 27, 2012
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Rohrmoser Boulevard., San Jose,
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Hotel Casa Roland San Jose is conveniently located near downtown San Jose and Tobias Bolanos Airport,making the hotel perfect for business travelers and vacationers alike. Charming Casa Roland is one of San Jose finest boutique hotels, is centrally located in the city of Pavas, on the west side of San Jose. Close to the United States Embassy yet away from the congestion of downtown. Hotel Casa Roland San Jose, features a new and sophisticated gourmet restaurant, Paragon Restaurant. Offering the guests a variety of delicious international dishes, each of them prepared to please the guest's palate; at the same time enjoying an elegant ambiance, exclusive furniture and decor, and abundance of great art. The Hotel in San Jose offers you luxury accommodations.All have been decorated with exquisite taste, featuring a large collection of fine art and sculpture by Costa Rican artists. All rooms have queen size beds, mini fridge, direct TV, private bathrooms with hot water, air conditioning and fans. All in a comfortable environment that will make you feel at home. Additionally, hotel offers an excellent restaurant specializing in international cuisine and a full y equipped business and conference center. Casa Roland is a great springboard for enjoying day trips to steaming volcanoes, whitewater rafting, majestic waterfalls, coffee plantations, and much more. The capital city's vibrant nightlife and wide range of excellent dining and shopping are at your doorstep. REMARKS: If guest require transfer from airport hotel can provide it an additional cost. The other amenities include Dry cleaning, Lobby and Reception.
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Santa Ana, San Jose,
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GALIZA BUSINESS APARTMENTS offers a variety of amenities and services oriented to BUSINESS TRAVELERS and their families who would like to comfortably stay in SANTA ANA just 1 mile from Forum Business Center.23 spacious and contemporary 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with excellent in-room facilities and amenities. All our rooms are equipped with Telephone- Wireless Internet Acess- Alarm Clock- Color TV- Safety Deposit Box- Sofa Bed- Hair Dryer- Fully equipped Kitchen- Washing and Drying Machine- Iron and Ironing board.Quality services are available at Galiza as CONCIERGE- TOUR DESK- BUSINESS CENTER- SWIMMING POOL- GYM and MONEY EXCHANGE. SJO-San Jose- 9 MI S.The property is located 0 mi E from Santa Ana near Forum and Plaza Roble business centers
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Hotel Beacon Escazu

4 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 10, 2012 Check-out: Jun 11, 2012
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Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
11 reviews
200 meters west from the central park, Escazu, San Jose,
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  • FREE National & International Calls+Breakfast+WiFi
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Immerse in luxury at Escazu boutique hotel just outside San Jose The boutique Hotel Beacon Escazu sits just two blocks from the central park of Escazu, a residential suburb on the outskirts of San Jose. The elegant hotel boasts luxurious and tranquil surroundings and relaxation services to match. Guests enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, and spa service that include massages, a sauna, and a hot tub. Free Wi-Fi Internet access is available throughout the hotel. Highlights Quiet location just outside San Jose, garden settingSpa servicesFine-dining French restaurant, wine bar, cocktail loungeRooms with city, pool and garden viewsOutdoor swimming pool Rooms Hotel Beacon Escazu boasts 27 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites with modern furnishing blended with natural accents. Premium feather beds -- either king-size or pairs of double beds -- feature 300-thread-count Italian Mascioni linens, and accommodations have city, pool, or garden views. In-room amenities include a 32-inch flat-screen TV, iHome clock radio, mini bar, espresso makers, silk robes and sandals and cordless phones. Accommodations also have work desk and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Features Tropical, tranquil and  sophisticated best describe the 5-star Hotel Beacon Escazu. Nestled on the hillsides, Escazu is a unique destination that combines the old Spanish colonial and the new modern world, while surrounded by the biodiversity that Costa Rica is known for.   Business travelers can also find what they need here with complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout the property, business services from copy machines to mobile phone rentals, and a stunning rooftop meeting space for event groups. Parking is available (fees apply). DiningThe Muse offers a gourmet dining experience with international and local cuisine, and fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The restaurant faces the hotel's lush gardens – a perfect setting for lunch, dinner or afternoon tea. The Wine Cellar features wines and a tapas bar. Silq nightclub and lounge serves glamorous cocktails and Latino and international music Transportation Coca Cola Bus Station (5 mi/8 km)Juan Santamaria International Airport (9.8 mi/15.8 km) Attractions Multiplaza Escazu Shopping Center (3.3 mi/5.3 km)Museum of Costa Rican Art (4.3 mi/6.9 km)Central Market (5.3 mi/8.5 km)National Theater (5.7 mi/9.2 km)National Museum (6.1 mi/9.8 km)Simon Bolivar Zoo (6.2 mi/10 km)La Paz Waterfall Gardens (31.6 mi/50.9 km) Business Business services availableRooftop meeting space for up to 80 peopleCatering availableFree Wi-Fi Internet access
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Fantastic family getaway

  • Juice
  • Jul 8, 2011
Excellent service! Clean & very ellegant! Love it!
4

Beautiful slice of paradise in urban SJ!

  • CR Lover
  • Feb 15, 2010
Stayed just one night at the end of our Costa Rica trip. Beautiful hotel, wonderful restaurant, SUPER comfortable beds; but I wouldn't venture too far from the grounds (if at all). It was a nice little retreat in a surprisingly urban setting.
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3.7
out of 5
11 reviews
CUIDAD CARIARI, San Jose,
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Newly renovated Ciudad Cariari hotel with free buffet breakfast Located in the Cariari section of San Jose, the Country Inn & Suites by Carlson San Jose sits close to the international airport and just minutes from downtown San Jose. Recently renovated, the Country Inn & Suites by Carlson San Jose offers guests a complimentary breakfast each morning, as well as free wireless Internet access in all rooms and public areas. Business services include a business center and flexible meeting spaces for event groups. Highlights Two outdoor swimming poolsFree parkingComplimentary buffet breakfastFree fitness center Rooms Country Inn & Suites by Carlson San Jose features 92 guest rooms and suites redesigned with new furniture, carpets, mattresses, bedding and curtains. Guest rooms feature either king-size beds or two twins, while suites have king-size beds, kitchenettes and spacious living rooms. All accommodations include complimentary hot breakfast and weekday morning newspapers. In-room amenities include a microwave, coffee-makers, mini bar, safe, and hair-dryer. Wireless Internet access is free. Room service is available. Features Country Inn & Suites by Carlson San Jose offers simple motel-style accommodations and amenities in a suburban area of San Jose. Guests can find two outdoor swimming pools on the property. The hotel provides a complimentary breakfast each morning, and the on-site restaurant also serves lunch and dinner. Business travelers can find free high-speed Internet access, a business center and flexible meeting spaces for up to 120 people. Transportation Juan Santamaria International Airport (4.8 mi/7.8 km)Coca Cola Bus Station (6.6 mi/10.7 km)Airport shuttle service Attractions Museum of Costa Rican Art (6.5 mi/10.5 km)Central Market (7 mi/11.2 km)Simon Bolivar Zoo (7.3 mi/11.7 km)National Theater (7.4 mi/12 km)National Museum (7.8 mi/12.6 km)Multiplaza Shopping Center (8.6 mi/13.8 km)La Paz Waterfall Gardens (24.2 mi/38.9 km) Business Flexible meeting roomsBusiness centerFree wireless Internet accessCurrency exchange
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Pretty good

  • RamMeister
  • Feb 27, 2011
Pros: - Staff was very courteous and friendly - The rooms were clean and the complementary wireless was a lifesaver - The complementary shuttle was great although I would recommend extending the services beyond 9 pm - The overall offering is good with a pretty big pool and on-site restaurant and all of the above Cons- - Far away from the city - Reception forgot my 5.30 am wake up call. It was my backup so didnt affect me but this qualifies as unprofessional
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Great Stayover from Airport

  • SuperAdventure
  • Feb 21, 2011
Clean rooms. Great continental breakfast. Not the prettiest area of city.
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Courtyard by Marriott San Jose

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 23, 2012 Check-out: Jun 24, 2012
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Reviewer score
3.8
out of 5
6 reviews
Prospero Fernandez Highway, San Jose,
Special Offer
  • Includes Free Meals For Kids
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The hotel designed by business travelers, the Courtyard San Jose Escazu surrounds you with all the comforts that make business and pleasure travel easy. Relax and get ready for the day ahead in one of our air conditioned guest rooms featuring cable television and pay movies, free high speed Internet access, hairdryer, in-room coffee, large well-lit work desk with ergonomic chair, small refrigerator, two dataport telephones with voicemail and a comfortable sitting area. Start your morning with a reasonably priced healthy breakfast buffet. When you need to relax and unwind at the end of the day, take advantage of our exercise room and outdoor swimming pool. The Courtyard is located in the San Jose suburb of Escazu across the street from CIMA Hospital. Downtown San Jose is ten miles east of the hotel. Complimentary transportation is provided 5am-10pm daily to and from the airport, the Forum business complex and The MultiPlaza Mall: the largest mall in Costa Rica.
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A great place to stay in San Jose

  • Dr . Mark
  • May 13, 2012
I enjoyed this hotel , for the money was a great deal , staff very friendly and happy , we enjoyed the breakfast at the hotel .The walk to the little mall next door was quick and the Argentine place was great for dinner . Would have liked a machine or 2 in the gym , but it was clean and sufficient for aerobics and dumbbell exercises .Was only $2 for a shuttle to the multiplaza mall and was huge , so lots to see and do there ,the Inka grill was a great place to eat . Next to the highway so easy to go places to leave town on tour ,or head to downtown and into San Jose .The taxi guys were great and helped us a lot !
4

Clean hotel with friendly service

  • IndyPilot
  • Apr 2, 2012
Stayed here one night each on two different occasions. Great rooms, friendly staff. Breakfast was a bit of a rip off at $16 per person for a buffet, but overall, a good place to stay. I would stay here again.
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Nightly rates from $106

Barcelo San Jose Palacio Hotel

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 23, 2012 Check-out: Jun 24, 2012
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Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
65 reviews
Autopista General Canas 3KM,, San Jose,
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Stylish guest rooms, great business amenities near downtown San Jose Located along the General Canas Highway, the Barcelo San Jose Palacio sits in a residential area just minutes from the international airport and downtown San Jose attractions like the National Museum, the Central Market and the Simon Bolivar Zoo. Boasting a large conference center with space for up to 1,500 guests, the Barcelo San Jose Palacio makes an ideal choice for business travelers -- services include free parking and airport shuttle, Wi-Fi Internet access (fees apply) and a business center. Highlights 1,500-person conference centerComplimentary airport shuttlesOn-site casino features roulette, slot machines and more Rooms The Barcelo San Jose Palacio offers 254 rooms with city or garden views and a wide variety of layout options, from standard guest rooms to junior and full-size suites. In-room amenities include a mini bar, direct-dial phone with voice mail, cable TV, coffee-maker and hair-dryer. Suites come with computers, printers and Internet connections. Features Business travelers especially appreciate the Barcelo San Jose Palacio, which boasts one of the largest convention centers in the country. The hotel also has 14 flexible meeting rooms, and business amenities include Wi-Fi Internet access (fees apply) and a full-service business center. To unwind after meetings, guests can try their luck at the on-site casino or relax by the outdoor swimming pool. On-site activities also include a spa center with fitness machines, massage services, sauna, and Jacuzzi. For meals, guests can find both buffet and a la carte restaurants. Transportation Coca Cola Bus Station (2 mi/3.2 km)Juan Santamaria International Airport (9.1 mi/14.7 km)Free airport shuttleShuttle to Barcelo Tambor Beach (fees apply) Attractions Museum of Costa Rican Art (1.9 mi/3 km)National Museum (3.1 mi/5 km)Central Market (2.3 mi/3.7 km)National Theater (2.8 mi/4.4 km)Pre-Colombian Gold Museum (2.8 mi/4.4 km)Simon Bolivar Zoo (2.9 mi/4.6 km)La Paz Waterfall Gardens (28.4 mi/45.8 km) Business Conference center for up to 1,500 guests14 meeting roomsFull-service business centerWi-Fi Internet access (fees apply)
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  • Business center
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport Shuttle
  • High-speed Internet
  • Tennis
  • Pool
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet
  • Fitness center
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4

Great service Great Location without being downtown

  • G Jackson
  • Apr 22, 2012
Hotel is always pleasurable. It is convenient for my travel but is not in the downtown area. I prefer to stay closer to the airport and visit downtown. The location is safe and each room key only allows each person with a key to access the fllor they are staying on. Breakfast buffet is very good, taxis are plentiful and everything we asked for was provided including faxes and scans.
4

business

  • Rocco Cruz
  • Jan 16, 2012
Good, the need free wifi, and the mini bar room need to be open.
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Holiday Inn SAN JOSE ESCAZU

3 stars
Rate based on Check-in: Jun 23, 2012 Check-out: Jun 24, 2012
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NEXT TO CIMA HOSPITAL,PLAZA TEMPO CITY, San Jose,
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The new Holiday Inn San Jose Escazu is strategically located in Escazú, the most upscale business and commercial zone of San José, next to Cima Hospital, in Plaza Tempo, a multi-purpose development that includes a business center and extensive commercial outlets only 30 minutes away from Juan Santamaría Airport. From the hotel, you have access to the main corporate centers where many Fortune 500 companies in the country have their headquarters, and various commercial malls offering the best dining and shopping options in the capital. Escazu offers the greatest variety of quality entertainment in San Jose. Just minutes from the hotel, Central Americas largest commercial center with 350 retail shops. The area also offers 12 movie theaters, first-class restaurants, family entertainment, lounge-bars and discos. Next to the Prospero Fernandez Highway, guests can easily reach the beautiful beaches of the Pacific or the rain forest attractions in less than one hour. Our privileged location makes Holiday Inn San Jose – Escazu the ideal choice for the business traveler, medical or leisure tourist.
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  • Golf
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  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Tennis
  • Pool
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Hotel indigo San Jose Forum

3 stars
Rate based on Check-in: Jun 23, 2012 Check-out: Jun 24, 2012
Overview
Reviewer score
3.5
out of 5
4 reviews
Del Centro Empresarial Forum Dos, San Jose,
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Hotel's Location in San Jose, Costa Rica is near Santa Ana Welcome to the award-winning Hotel Indigo® San Jose Forum Costa Rica, a hotel designed to pamper and inspire you. Surrounded by the many major destinations and the largest business parks in San Jose, CR, this hotel's accommodations assure the utmost in contemporary comfort and convenience. Business travelers to San Jose, Costa Rica appreciate a hotel that is an oasis of comfort and equipped to meet all of their needs. Free high-speed, wired and wireless Internet access and a Business Center help streamline communication. A boardroom that seats 12 people and an event facility for up to 70 provide terrific venues for meetings. And with business parks, including Forum 1 and 2, Ultra Park, Global Park and Plaza Roble, nearby, patrons can count on an easy commute. Leisure travelers love that many activities are within walking distance, and the country's largest shopping mall, Multiplaza, is less than 10 minutes away. Downtown San Jose, CR is a favorite of the hotel's guests who love the Gold Museum, National Theatre and the Cathedral. Here, patrons experience genuine service and amenities that appeal to each of the five senses. Feel stress melt away in a heated outdoor pool, or rejuvenate the body in a 24-hour Fitness Center. Then, visit Phi Bar & Lounge for a cocktail or the Golden Bean for a fresh, satisfying meal. We're confident you'll feel renewed after your stay. Book today!
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  • Golf
  • Business center
  • High-speed Internet
  • Tennis
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4

Very beautiful and very friendly

  • DrEd
  • Sep 29, 2011
It is a work of art very beautiful, unique, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was great and the wait staff were great.
4

It was simply perfect

  • Alex
  • Aug 10, 2011
My fiance and I use to visit new places in Latinamerica and Costa Rica is the top of the notch, people, food and specially nature. This hotel particulary was simply perfect, the room was nice, clean, loved huge pictures on the walls. Food was good and people nice, a good place to start your trip in Costa Rica. By the way, close to the new way to get the beach. Good shops and restaurants crossing the street.
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Taylor Inn Bed & Breakfast Hotel

2 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 29, 2012 Check-out: May 30, 2012
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Av.13 y calle 3b. 150 mts. sur del ministerio de trabajo, San Jose,
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  • FREE Wireless & Continental Breakfast
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In 1918 Senor Arie rented the house to then-Minister od Education Don Miguel Obregon for 70 colones per month. Minister Obregon was enchanted by the lovely home and purchased it for 9.000 colones; generations of the Obregon family lived here until 1995. In 1996 this historic home was purchased by Senor Jorge Taylor he decided to rename and remodel this historic structure, while converting it into a small hotel Taylor's Inn Bed and Breakfast now opens its door to the traveling public, who wish to relax in comfort while exploring San Jose's city treasures. The hotel also provides reception and smoke-free hotel in amenity.
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San Jose Grand Tara Hotel

4 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 1, 2012 Check-out: Jun 4, 2012
Overview
Reviewer score
4.7
out of 5
3 reviews
300 meters west and 800 meters south from the church of San Antonio de Escazu, San Jose,
Special Offer
  • FREE National & International Calls+Breakfast+WiFi
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Perched high above metropolitan San Jose in the lush hills of San Antonio de Escazu, the newly renovated Grand Tara Hotel, Spa and Casino is the ideal location for those travelers seeking luxurious accommodations, personalized service and fine dining while traveling for pleasure or business in Costa Rica. The hotel provides also ballroom, barbecue area, billiards, casino, dry cleaning, lobby and reception.
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  • Restaurant
  • Airport Shuttle
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  • Spa services
  • Pool
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5

Beautiful and Peaceful Place to Rest Your Head

  • TravelingOyester
  • Mar 3, 2012
I wanted to unwind before the start of a 9 day tour. This was the perfect place to do it. My room was charming. The views at night and day were spectacular. Although it was a little chilly, it was beautiful to sit on the top of the mountain, breath the fresh air and then get a wonderful massage in the spa. If you like peace and quiet, then I would definitely recommend this place. My bed was so comfortable and the staff here were accommodating and lovely. If you want to get away from it all and feel like you are on a proper holiday, even if it's just for a night or two, I would recommend Gran Tara in a heartbeat.
5

Awesome Hotel!!!

  • Iceman PR
  • Sep 6, 2011
Perfect Hotel Ideal for couples who wants to have a romantic escape @ a nice mountain Like 10 mins from the city. Excellent food...
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Casa Cristal Boutique Hotel

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 23, 2012 Check-out: Jun 24, 2012
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Bello Horizonte, Escazu, San Jose,
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Casa Cristal Boutique Hotel invites its guests to indulge in a sanctuary of relaxation and pampering amid the panoramic views of the Valley of San Jose. The inviting and accommodating mood of Casa Cristal allows guests to relish in the lush tropical gardens and open air terraces. Serenity can be found through exclusive spa treatments. Whether it is for business or pleasure, Casa Cristal features upscale amenities including cable television, private bathrooms, and free high speed wireless internet access. The modern elegance and airy design aesthetics create an environment conducive to the adult only resort. Generously sized suites form a place where guests can enjoy exceptional hospitality and lodging accommodations in a convivial setting. Casa Cristal offers the ideal combination of relaxation, pampering, and enjoyment. Friendly and accommodating, Casa Cristal offers handsomely decorated, oversize guestrooms and suites, all with their own bathroom, cable television, free wireless internet connection and with wonderful views from the spacious lobby, suites and terraces of the mountains and the San Jose Valley. Wake up in a natural environment and feel the connection with nature, breath freely and smell the fragrance of the woods, listening to the sounds of animals. With its modern elegance, Casa Cristal creates an exceptional experience, conforming to the most demanding business or pleasure traveler. A place where guests can enjoy exceptional hospitality and lodging accommodations in a convivial and comfortable setting. The hotel also offers dry cleaning, library, lobby, reception and smoke-free hotel.
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  • Business center
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Airport Shuttle
  • High-speed Internet
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Pool
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet
  • Fitness center
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BEST WESTERN Paradise Inn and Spa

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 8, 2012 Check-out: Jun 10, 2012
Overview
Reviewer score
2.7
out of 5
7 reviews
San Antonio de Escaz, de la iglesia 300mts este y 2 km sur, San Jose,
Special Offer
  • FREE Daily Continental Breakfast!
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Relax and Enjoy in one of the 30 newly redecorated rooms. Give your mind a vacation with the best view of San Jose Central Valley and the mountains. Enjoy the Mountain Ambiance, only 15 minutes away from downtown, business districts and Hospital Free calls US and Canada, free continental breakfast, free wireless internet and free cable TV. Medical Tourism: 24 hr nursing care, best medical Recovery center, hospital beds and handicap rooms. No artificial ingredients pure cool mountain air no city noise, hassles or pollution. An unforgettable experience which can not ignore, and remember that everything you are looking only at the Best Western Paradise Inn Hotel, Spa & Casino can be found. It will be a pleasure to serve. 2 km east and south, has the best and most modern facilities in which your stay and your loved ones will be unforgettable. The other amenities include Ballroom, Barbecue area, Children's facilities, Dry cleaning, Library, Lobby and Reception.
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  • Business center
  • Restaurant
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Pets allowed
  • High-speed Internet
  • Pool
  • Spa services
  • Smoke-free policy
  • Wireless Internet
  • Fitness center
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3

Great veiw vacation

  • Knic
  • Apr 21, 2012
Best way to get to the hotel is by cab--don't try it on your own unless you have GPS. None of the roads in Costa Rica have signs. In fact unless you know your way around, don't rent a car--cabs are cheap--and the car rentals rip you off for insurance even if you buy it before hand. The view from the hotel was stunning and the staff very polite and friendly. However, the bed was uncomfortable and noisy. Bathroom shower was large--4' x 3' but the bathroom sink was tiny and there was no counter space to store anything or electric outlets in the bathroom.
3

Recommend, with some reservation

  • Alexis M
  • Mar 7, 2012
The staff were friendly and professional. I would warn that the hotel itself is very difficult to find. There is limited signage, and it's at the top of a mountain: great views, harrowing drive. My friend and I rented a car, and were lost for 5 hours trying to find the hotel the first day, periodically stopping to ask for directions, and it took us a couple days of getting lost repeatedly until we were able to drive straight to the hotel with all the confusing twists and turns. Google maps was not helpful because perhaps only 25% of streets are labelled. Once we got there the staff was nice and helpful. Continental breakfast left something to be desired: jam, bread, beans and rice, but the coffee was always stellar as was the fresh fruit.
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Hotel KC Colaye San Jose

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 26, 2012 Check-out: May 29, 2012
Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
14 reviews
Sabana Sur, Calle Morenos, San Jose,
Special Offer
  • Every 3rd Night FREE
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Apartment-style hotel in San Jose near La Sabana Park Located in the Sabana Sur neighborhood, just a couple blocks from La Sabana Park, the Hotel Colaye offers affordable guest rooms and extended-stay apartments with great amenities just a few miles from many downtown attractions. The Costa Rican Art Museum sits about half-mile from the Hotel Colaye, and the international airport is nearby. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi Internet access and a complimentary breakfast every morning. Business groups can find small conference rooms on-site. Airport shuttle service is available. Highlights Close to La Sabana ParkKitchen-equipped apartments availableOutdoor swimming pool, sun deck, garden, kids playgroundComplimentary breakfastFree Wi-Fi Internet access Rooms Hotel Colaye offers a variety of affordable standard guest rooms, suites, and apartments to suit all types of travelers. Simple, no-frills accommodations come with either single king-size beds or pairs of double beds. The apartments have two bedrooms, and both suites and apartments come equipped with kitchens. In-room amenities include satellite TV, private bathrooms, mini bar and free Wi-Fi. Features The Hotel Colaye boasts budget-friendly accommodations and a central location, accessible to both the downtown area and the shopping centers of Escazu. The property features an outdoor swimming pool, kids playground and a tour desk.   Business guests can find conference rooms that accommodate ten people and come equipped with presentation equipment. Other on-site amenities include airport transfers, laundry services and private gated parking. Dining Guests can enjoy a complimentary Costa Rican breakfast every morning -- eggs, Gallo Pinto, ham, cheese, sausage, pancakes, fresh Costa Rican coffee and more. Transportation Coca Cola Bus Station (1.7 mi/2.8 km)Juan Santamaria International Airport (10.8 mi/17.4 km)Airport shuttle available Attractions Museum of Costa Rican Art (0.5 mi/0.9 km)Central Market (2 mi/3.3 km)National Theater (2.5 mi/4 km)National Museum (2.9 mi/4.7 km)Simon Bolivar Zoo (3 mi/4.8 km)La Paz Waterfall Gardens (30.1 mi/48.4 km) Business 10-person conference room with full audiovisual services and white boardPresentation equipmentFree Wi-Fi access Policies and fees Airport transfer has a cost of $25 USD to airport, unless client stays more than 2 nights.Free Doctor on call.
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  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Restaurant
  • High-speed Internet
  • Spa services
  • Pool
  • Wireless Internet
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4

Great Hotel!

  • Travler23
  • May 15, 2012
This hotel is a great! It has everything you need it's clean the staff are very pleasant they offer many tours if your interested in going to the rainforest or volcanos which are great. They are in a nice location about a 10min. drive to the city. If your on a budget and looking for the basics then I would choose this hotel.
4

Excellent location and helpful staff

  • Jim
  • May 17, 2011
I was satisfied with my choice. It was located steps from where I had some work to do the room was very clean and the staff were helpful. Breakfast can be better.
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Avenida 9, Calle 9, San Jose,
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An authentic turn of the century Spanish mansion, the Hemingway is in the historic Barrio Amon quarter of San Jose, walking distance from all museums, fine restaurants, souvenir shopping, the nightlife circuit.The Hemingway Inn has 17 unique rooms, each with cable TV, telephones with free calls within Costa Rica, single, or queen beds and private baths. A complimentary tropical breakfast is provided each morning on the garden patio from 6 to 10 am. After a day exploring bustling San Jose, relax and unwind in our warm Jacuzzi on the peaceful garden patio. Use our free internet service.Our bi-lingual staff can assist you to rent a vehicle, or tour the rainforests, active volcanos and exotic beaches. We are open 24 hours, and about 45 minutes away, with regular traffic, from the international airport. Check-in is at 2 00 PM. Guests planning to arrive before or after this time must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival to receive special check-in instructions. As a bed and breakfast property, the Front Desk hours will vary guests should contact the property to find out more information. To contact the property, use the number on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Hostel Pangea

2 stars
Rate based on Check-in: Jun 1, 2012 Check-out: Jun 3, 2012
Overview
Reviewer score
2.5
out of 5
2 reviews
7th Avenue, between 3rd St and 3rd bis Barrio Amon, San Jose,
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San Jose's first hostel and Costa Rica's number one hostel, catering to guests from all over the world every year. The The hotel is here for the long haul, and that shows by their investments into the Hostel and its amenities. The hotel love Costa Rica, the hotel is proud of their country and culture, and the hotel want to share that with you. The hotel can give you the best advice about where to go, where to stay, and how have the best experience in Costa Rica. The hotel has designed this place thinking about what you want and what you need. The hotel also hear customers call Pangea "A backpackers paradise" and this is why the hotel get such high reviews in all the guidebooks but the hotel think there is always room for improvement, if there is anything else that you think the hotel could do for you please let them know !! Check out all the facilities the hotel has for you !!. The movie lounge: Hostel Pangea is the only hostel in San Jose that has a movie theater for their guests free of charge , with high quality sound and high definition on the screen. The hotel show you classics, the latest releases, your favorite concerts and all this for FREE plus believe it or not you can also order food and drinks including beer and cocktails while you are watching your favorite movie. The Party deck : The hotel has a balcony facing the swimming pool designed just for parties with a stripper pole, yes you heard right a STRIPPER POLE!! a stage with a variety of club lights this is the spot to party, if you want to celebrate your, birthday ,your anniversary or have any excuse to party just let the hotel know. Food and drinks: The hotel love to eat and drink and this is why the hotel take this two very serious and let the hotel explain you how: Food: The hotel has real chef in the kitchen with experience cooking all over the world and he is the one in charge to go on the search for only fresh, organic ingredients and the hotel know that the food is one of the top reasons people love to come back to Pangea and the hotel has won high rewards for it. Drinks: When it comes to drinks check what the press says about their bar : The bar is fully stocked with every drink imaginable and boasts "the coldest Imperial in San Jose." Tico times January 2011 It is very simple the hotel is professional drinkers and the hotel know that when you are in a warm country you want your beer cold!! Other than that the bar manager know's exactly what is he doing with a happy hour every night for more than 3 hours and willing to make you any drink you could imagine. Also the hotel offer at no charge: FREE high speed internet (20 computers) the fastest connection in any hostel throughout Costa Rica GUARANTEED FREE wireless internet connection FREE storeroom FREE coffee FREE info and travel advice FREE maps upon your arrival FREE book exchange The hotel also has for your safety and convenience The only Hostel with key card access in all the rooms. The only Hostel with its own airport shuttle. The only rooftop bar in the city Restaurant with breakfast, lunch and dinner Heated swimming pool and wet bar Hot water showers 24/7 guaranteed Fresh linens included Laundry service 24/7 TV room with cable Super cheap calls around the world No curfew, Best location in town. Hotel also provides amenities like Billiards, Dry cleaning and Reception.
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3

Economical.

  • don omar
  • Jan 30, 2012
for the price it is ideal for a single man like myself who only went to sleep at night. the restaurant was good. must share bathroom but didn't mind it was cleaned everyday. if i go back to costa rica i will stay there again.
2

Just closer to the intercity bus station

  • Guest 2012
  • Jan 15, 2012
Very friendly bilingual staff. Otherwise, pretty noisy, smoky, and worn out. Computers work in random order and do not limit users by time. Although room price is low, do not eat at their bar. Expensive food and drinks at some high American level and no customer service of the tender. The bar tender is interested in hooking up with the young female guests. He was ignoring our order while we were in front and was showing offering sign to the girls at the distance. Good security measures and good travel adviser.
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Reviewer score
2.8
out of 5
4 reviews
Between Streets 40th & 42nd, Paseo Colon Avenue, San Jose,
Special Offer
  • FREE Daily Buffet Breakfast!
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San Jose's best location, close to the international airport, shopping, business center, museums, theaters and across the street from San Jose's "Central Park" La Sabana. Comfortable guest rooms and suites, Cafe Bar Iconos Restaurant, business services and tour desk. The perfect place in the perfect location to stay in San Jose, Costa Rica. The Parque del Lago Hotel is conveniently located only 1 minute from the Interamericana Highway-the road leading to all major westbound natural attractions- and 15 minutes away from the Juan Santamaria International Airport, both expedient distances for today's business and tourist segments who seek maximum efficiency and convenience. Amenities: Cafe Bar Iconos Restaurant Free Parking Room service Wireless Internet Conference Facilities Free Breakfast
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  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Spa services
  • Wireless Internet
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Internet details not accurate!

  • Paul
  • Jan 26, 2010
We selected the hotel based on the fact it had an airport shuttle service ... it did not! In fact the hotel is at least a 30 min cab ride from the airport.
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ok for price

  • trveler
  • Feb 13, 2011
Ok. Not best location. Not much restaurants around area. Rooms are small and bathroom old. Sheets were nice and clean. Pretty quiet even when windows facing busy street. Staff were helpful.
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Hotel Santo Tomas - San Jose Downtown

3 stars
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 5, 2012 Check-out: Jun 6, 2012
Overview
Reviewer score
3.4
out of 5
65 reviews
Avenue 7th Street 3 and 5, San Jose,
Special Offer
  • Free Wi-Fi and Breakfast!
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Restored coffee plantation home with outdoor pool and open-air dining A beautifully restored, turn-of-the-century coffee plantation house, the Hotel Santo Tomas offers an intimate guesthouse experience in downtown San Jose. Popular downtown attractions like the National Theater, Simon Bolivar Zoo and the Central Market sit within walking distance of the Hotel Santo Tomas, and the hotel is about 12 miles from the international airport. Guests enjoy free high-speed Internet access in guest rooms and a complimentary buffet breakfast every morning. HighlightsCentral downtown locationSolar-heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tubParking (fees apply)Complimentary breakfast buffetFree high-speed Internet access in guest rooms Rooms With just 20 guest rooms, the Hotel Santo Tomas offers personalized service with a great downtown location. Each room has its own style, and most feature hard wood or tile floors and 14-foot ceilings with ceiling fans. Standard guest rooms come with single queen or double beds, while larger guest rooms are available with pairs of queen-size beds. In-room amenities include free high-speed Internet access, laptop-size room safes, telephones, color cable televisions and hair-dryers. Features The intimate downtown guesthouse Hotel Santo Tomas offers a small number of quiet rooms and amenities ideal for travelers looking for affordable accommodations at the city center. The property features a solar heated outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi, as well as a fitness center. Parking is available (fees apply). Guests get a complimentary breakfast each morning, and the Restaurant and Bar El Oasis serves affordable and delicious seafood, steak, and pasta dishes throughout the day. Guests can find free high-speed Internet access in the guest rooms, and other on-site amenities include laundry services, tour arrangements and luggage storage. Transportation Coca Cola Bus Station (1.2 mi/1.9 km)Juan Santamaria International Airport (11.7 mi/18.9 km) Attractions Central Market (0.5 mi/0.9 km)Simon Bolivar Zoo (0.5 mi/0.9 km)National Theater (0.6 mi/1 km)National Museum (0.8 mi/1.2 km)Museum of Costa Rican Art (2.6 mi/4.1 km)La Paz Waterfall Gardens (31 mi/50 km) Business Free high-speed Internet access
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  • Restaurant
  • High-speed Internet
  • Pool
  • Wireless Internet
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3

Good for single traveller on a budget

  • Tita2
  • May 20, 2012
Hotel Santo Tomas is an easy walk to the centre of San Jose and to museums. The Museo Nacional de Costa Rica is worth a visit - the entrance is through a butterfly enclosure. The hotel is very secure, the staff are friendly and the owner is very helpful - important considerations for the solo traveller like me.
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Things to know

  • MsKream
  • Jan 24, 2012
The staff was friendly, I definitely had my favorites. The hotel was small but nice, didn't mind the older style of it as it had all the necessities. Things you should know: When booking tours through the hotel, keep in mind that they will charge an exchange fee in addition to the cost for the tours; it's not the US, they aren't required to inform you. Our single bedroom was small and the bathroom wall didn't go all the way up to the ceiling, the wall stopped midway and was open to the bedroom...make sure you keep the fan on and the TV volume up. There were only three pre-set options for breakfast, dinner was amazing there, you really can't go wrong with your selections.
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