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Alta Hotel

3.0 of 5
Altos de las Palomas, Escazu, Costa Rica
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Alta Hotel
Ranked #9 of 14 hotels in Escazu
3.5 of 5 stars 122 Reviews
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What travelers say
  • Costa rica(16)
  • Very nice(6)
  • Great view(5)
  • Continental breakfast(5)
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Wellington
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

We really enjoyed our couple of days here while waiting to board our scuba-dive liveaboard to Cocos Island (do it!). I was surprised to find that this lovely hotel was fairly recently constructed as it exudes an old-time ambience. The restaurant and overall service was great. More

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Enfield, UK
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

My wife and I only spent one night here, so maybe we were not there long enough to appreciate the food or other amenities that we could not find. The staff (one receptionist and the waiter) were very polite and helpful and the beds are comfortable and the room quiet. We had breakfast, which was a mix of a la... More

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Upland, CA
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

I just completed a week's stay at the Alta Hotel and I already miss it! I agree with the other travelers' comments about the amazing views and the wonderful breakfast and restaurant on property. The staff goes beyond friendly - they are truly amazing and 100% committed to making each guest feel special and pampered from the great folks at... More

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ENGLAND
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012

Had two nights here at the start of our holiday and one night at the end. Its a little way out of San Jose but in a nice area. We ate at the restaurant there on our last night and the food was excellent, friendly staff who advised us on the menu...the steak was great. Breakfast was a little meagre,... More

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guanacaste
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2012

We drove into the outskirts of the city of San Jose from the Nicoya Peninsula to do some shopping and enjoy a little respite. We were googling hotels with Jacuzzi's and pools and a spa. This one had both with the added benefit of "davidsbeenthere" as a plus! So we printed out directions, called for a reservation and drove 5... More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2012

We loved everything about this wonderful, boutique hotel! More

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St jean de matha Quebec Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2012

Very quiet place , and outstanding restaurant , my wife and I had the supper of our life. But you have to pay the price for that kind of food More

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minneapolis
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73 reviews 73 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
99 helpful votes 99 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2012

We had to arrive in San Jose a couple days early and I had low expectations after being on the coast all week. My friend took care of travel plans for our last couple days in Costa Rica and he did a fabulous job. La Alta Hotel was refreshing and relaxing, much more than I expected. San Jose itself was... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2012

I traveled to Costa Rica and was recommended The Alta by a local businessman. I can tell you this is a first class hotel run by an ex NJ businessman, Michael, who is so kind and generous. It is a boutike place with lots of room and an outstanding resturant with everything. A fruit breakfast with coffee is included, and... More

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Hampshire
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2012

We stayed here for two nights after landing in Costa Rica in February 2012. It was a charming little hotel with magnificent views over the Central Valley. We had booked a standard room but were allocated an extremely spacious suite. The meals in Restaurant La Luz were first class. The electrics in the room were rather confusing - I think... More

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Address: Altos de las Palomas, Escazu, Costa Rica
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