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Papaya Dreams

4.5 star property
Luxury aparthotel in San Juan with spa services

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Superior Studio | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, pay movies
Superior Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Studio | Private kitchen | Oven
Superior Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Studio | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Netflix, pay movies

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Apart-hotel

1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Park view

Explore the area

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50 mts este del super Feliz, San Juan, Provincia de Alajuela, 20203
  • Place, Arenal Volcano National Park
  • Place, Parque Central
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Iglesia de San Ramón
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

San Juan

Papaya Dreams places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Parque Central and Iglesia de San Ramón. This 7-room, 4.5-star aparthotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
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What's nearby

  • Parque Central - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Iglesia de San Ramón - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • San Ramon Municipal Market - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • San Ramon Nonato Church - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center - 57 min drive - 32.7 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar el Oriente - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Savory a la Thai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crispy Wings - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Los Jardines - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Pincho Loco - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Papaya Dreams

Luxury aparthotel in San Juan with spa services
Papaya Dreams offers free WiFi in public areas and spa services. You'll find limited parking. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with concierge services and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers pet-sitting services and pet grooming services.
Each apartment has an oven and a ceiling fan. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Sports massages

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Oven

Dining

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Couples/private dining

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: USD 15 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet sitting services
  • Pet grooming services

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 7 units
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Pet-sitting services and pet grooming services are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cleaning fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per stay (varies based on length of stay)
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 10.00 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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 only accepts cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property only accepts cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the aparthotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Papaya Dreams San Juan
Papaya Dreams Aparthotel
Papaya Dreams Aparthotel San Juan

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Papaya Dreams?

Papaya Dreams provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Papaya Dreams?

This aparthotel is located in San Juan, close to Parque Central, San Ramon Municipal Market, and Balneario Las Musas. You'll also find San Ramon Museum and Guillermo Vargas Roldan Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this aparthotel?

Yes, though there is a max of 1 space per unit.

Is there a spa at Papaya Dreams?

Spa services at the aparthotel include deep-tissue massages.

Does Papaya Dreams feature a casino on the premises?

No, Papaya Dreams doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Papaya Dreams?

No, there is no indoor pool at this aparthotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Papaya Dreams?

Couples staying at this aparthotel will appreciate amenities like Netflix as well as private dining and a nature reserve.

Are there hot tubs at Papaya Dreams?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this aparthotel.

Does Papaya Dreams feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Papaya Dreams offers breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Papaya Dreams allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Papaya Dreams for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. The property also provides grooming services and pet-sitting services. A deposit of USD 50 per stay is collected.

Does this aparthotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this aparthotel.

How far is the airport from Papaya Dreams?

The closest major airport to Papaya Dreams is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is 27.8 mi away (52 minutes by car). Another top airport is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is around 24.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Papaya Dreams?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Papaya Dreams.

Papaya Dreams Reviews

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8.0

Very Good

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

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8/10 Good

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Cute place with all the amenities, good if you want a functional kitchen and a little work space. The shower was decent. The bed was on the firm side. Unfortunately being on the road it’s quite noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024