That may be an overstatement, but here's the deal: we had spent several days on the coast and loved it, but excellent food and superb lodging were not on the list of things we were able to enjoy there. On our way out of Costa Rica, we decided to treat ourselves and stayed at Grano de Oro. I can't describe... more

The moment you pull up in front of the Grano de Oro hotel you know you have arrived at some place special. You are greeted; curb side, with warm smiles. Suddenly your luggage and all other arrival incidentals are taken care of as you are helped out of your vehicle and assisted in every way possible to make your way... more

This is an older property, but they are definately keeping it up. It was really nice. I only wish they kept the hot tubs open later. The neighborhood surrounding the hotel is a little seedy, but I felt safe the whole time. There is an AMPM, and a multitude of fast food places near by. The best word to describe... more

The staff is very attentive; we used this hotel as a base camp and would keep returning after several days on a rafting trip or other excursions; the staff kept our main luggage; and was always very helpful. The rooms are little cozy but ask for the delux suites with a garden and waterfall outside and you won't be disappointed;... more

We spent two nights at the Grano de Oro and loved it. The staff was extremely helpful, efficient, and friendly (as was everyone we met in Costa Rica), our room was one of the nicest we've had anywhere, the bed was comfortable, and the food was delicious. We hope to return soon. more

We stayed at the Grano de Oro on our first and last nights of our 10 day vacation in Costa Rica . The bellstaff greeted us at our car and were very nice and the front desk staff was very pleasant . Our first night we stayed in room 15 , a small ( very small ) poorly ventilated room... more

We spent one night at Grano de Oro and were amazed by how nice the hotel was for such a reasonable price. It's a beautiful hotel, a careful combination of modern and historic, and I wish there were more hotels like it everywhere I travel. Nearly everything about our stay was perfection. The reservation process was simple (with confirmation within... more

We stayed in Gran de Oro Hotel in the room right next door to construction. We were not notified in advance about the construction nor was our room rate reduced due to being inconvenienced by the noise. Outside of the construction, the hotel was very nice. I would recommend this hotel but would avoid room #26. more

If you are looking for excellent service and comfortable elegant accomodations this is the place in San Jose. I love the jungle and the beach, but before or after it's great to get pampered. The building is lovely and the beds are wonderful. The people at the front desk are outstanding. more