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Best Western San Jose Downtown

5 of 5 stars
Austin, TX
Aug 16, 2008

After my horrible stay at the gulag known as Days Inn San Jose, I relocated quickly to Best Western, which is right next to it. From the start, the experience was great. They made a room available to me very early in the day to allow me to freshen up (wash off the tobacco ash and roach eggs that I... more

Best Western Irazu

Aug 15, 2008

A stopping off point for tour groups going about Costa Rica, this hotel is about 15 mins. from the airport. The staff members all were friendly and accommodated any of our needs. The upsides are free airport shuttle from 0500-2300, free happy hour from 1700-1800, free internet service and coffee off the lobby, laundry room (need quarters which reception can... more

Courtyard San Jose

Aug 15, 2008

We stayed at this hotel for three days before joining a dive boat and then again for one night on our return. The hotel is beautifully decorated and furnished. with a small but attractive garden. The pool was only really big enough for 'dipping', not suitable for serious swimming (two strokes, then turn!!), but still a welcome amenity with plenty... more

Hotel Le Bergerac

3 of 5 stars
los angeles, ca
Aug 15, 2008

We booked here at the last minute, as we decided to spend a night in San Jose at the tail end of our trip to Mal Pais (if you like the beach, you should check this town out). We arrived late (around nine at night) after a very tough time trying to find the place. Be warned, San Jose (or... more

Barcelo San Jose Palacio

2 of 5 stars
Miami, Florida
Aug 15, 2008

The hotel overall is decent and most personnel are nice. However, location of hotel in less than ideal. Hotel is located on a hill, there is nothing close by. There are no metered taxis outside hotel like most major hotels . When we wanted to eat outside the hotel or go to downtown area, we were forced to use the... more

Best Western Irazu

2 of 5 stars
Atlanta, Georgia
Aug 13, 2008

The front desk staff was great but the rooms were smoky and ant infested. Room service is by Denny's, and leaves alot to be desired. My children loved the pool/hot tub but that was the only redeeming factor. more

Grano de Oro Hotel

5 of 5 stars
Atlanta, Georgia
Aug 13, 2008

We have stayed at this hotel and have lived through their growing pains. This hotel, bigger and better, still offers the best service in town. The restaurant is unbelievable as is the customer service. Highly recommend. more

Adventure Inn

2 of 5 stars
los angeles, california
Aug 13, 2008

We had an early morning flight from San Jose to Miami so decided to stay close to the airport for easy departure in the morning. Arrived at Adventure Inn about 6pm, check in was easy, we were a family of a4 looking for 1 room. Room 20 was about $107.00/night with breakfast in the morning. We had to leave at... more

Adventure Inn

4 of 5 stars
York, United Kingdom
Aug 13, 2008

Had 2 very nice stays at this hotel, both quite short as we were arriving at odd times and departing at odd times. However check-in was efficient and the staff at the hotel are very friendly. They can give great advice regarding the country and San Jose. Rooms were very spacious and clean Found the beds to be comfortable. Our... more

Hotel Presidente

5 of 5 stars
United States
Aug 12, 2008

I have stayed at this hotel from five to six days a month and even sometimes for two weeks for the past six years. I felt it was time to give a detailed reveiw. From the front desk to reservations to the crew that works in the News Cafe Restaurant. Everything is top notch. This hotel has a reputation as... more

Apartotel La Sabana

Aug 12, 2008

We arrived in San Jose late and needed a place to stay before heading up North the following day and found this on TripAdvisor and were pleasantly surprised. The hotel was located in a quiet area outside the city on a large park and had very secure parking, etc. The room was clean w/ a large bed and was relatively... more

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel San Jose

Aug 11, 2008

This Hotel is beautiful, amazing, and plush. The food is excellent as are the staff, grounds, and accommodations. I stayed here twice during our visit to Costa Rica and am looking forward to staying here again. more

Casa 69

5 of 5 stars
Panama City
Aug 11, 2008

I currently live in Panama and travel through out Central America often. I luckily stumbled across Casa 69 on the internet, made my reservation and was set. I couldn't have been happier with the place. Kurt (the owner) was amazing as well as his staff. There seems to be a rotating staff of about 5 people plus Kurt. One woman... more

Holiday Inn San Jose Aurola

4 of 5 stars
Washington, DC
Aug 11, 2008

I'm a little mystified by all the reviewers describing the place as "posh" and "upscale," but maybe it's all in the frame of reference (I note one reviewer was impressed with the fact there were two trashcans (!). Don't get me wrong, the place is fine. In any event, the positives: 1) clean, 2) no-hassle on-line reservations, 3) friendly staff,... more

Gran Hotel Costa Rica

3 of 5 stars
Dublin, Ireland
Aug 11, 2008

My first 2 nights in Costa Rica I stayed in Gran CR in San Jose. The check in staff were alert and attentive at the late hour I arrived. The waiter staff through out the 2 days were good and responded to any query without fuss. The breakfast was pretty good too, but I'm not sure why they give breakfast... more

Adventure Inn

3 of 5 stars
San Francisco, CA
Aug 11, 2008

My friend and I stayed at the Adventure Inn the day before we left Costa Rica. The location was great; it was just a hop, skip and a jump from the airport. We got there around noon and were able to check in. That was great, but then we were kind of stuck. We walked down to a giant mega... more

Hotel Bougainvillea

5 of 5 stars
Long Island
Aug 10, 2008

An excellent hotel offering upscale accommodations at a fair and reasonable price. Located in a suburb of San Jose. There is a decent restaurant on the premises, plus a 10-acre, beautifully maintained private garden of tropical plants which surely is one of the most outstanding tropical gardens anywhere in the world--the garden also houses swimming pool, tennis courts and conference... more

Adventure Inn

5 of 5 stars
qwovadis
Aug 9, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

For me best value moderate accomodation closest to SJO about 2-3K from airport between SJO and San Jose.Outstanding place to start finish stay and venture out for tours.Located in Ciduad Cariari Los Arcos area safe secure.Big clean A/C rooms.Free internet breakfast in room costa rican coffee gym jacuzzi helpful staff.Outstanding value $79/dbl-10% cash d/c-$10 cab reimbursement from SJO. Very nice... more

Posada El Quijote

Aug 7, 2008

My husband and I just returned from a wonderful trip in Costa Rica. We stayed our last night here. Overrall La posada is very nice place. My complaint was the horrible bed. It was old and very uncomfortable. Breakfast was very good. more

Hotel Inca Real

Aug 7, 2008

My dad and I stayed for two nights at the Hotel Inca Real while travlling throughout Costa Rica. The staff was very friendly and the rooms were spacious and clean however it smelled of too many cleaning chemicals. Although you want the hotel room to be cleaned the smell of chemicals was too much. We told the front desk staff... more

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