Just got back from a stay at the Orchid Tree. Serene, private, and welcoming. I would never stay near the airport or in San Jose when you can experience the real Costa Rica. The Orchid Tree is a half hour drive from the airport and is at a slightly higher elevation so the climate is very comfortable. The innkeepers are friendly and are happy to make your stay as relaxing as possible. Atenas is a charming community with many goo restaurants and close to attractions such as volcanos and coffee plantations.

I, my sister-in-law, and father-in-law were driving down to a beach in Dominical, Costa Rica, to join the rest of our family when our car broke down. Fortunately, Pat and Brad, the very warm and friendly owners of The Orchid Tree bed-and-breakfast, happened to be passing by, and gave us their phone number in case a replacement car wasn't delivered before nightfall. Sure enough, it was dark when the car was finally delivered, and since it was too late to get to the beach that night, we decided to stay at the Orchid Tree. We were so glad we did! We were all a little frazzled at that point, but the charm of this unique bed-and-breakfast and its delightful owners soon worked its magic, and it ended up being one of our most enjoyable experiences in Costa Rica. The grounds are lush and gorgeous, with a sparkling swimming pool, the rooms are charming, comfortable, and spotlessly clean, and the beautiful dining room and lounge area is built in an open, Bali style to take advantage of the lovely climate there. Pat and Brad took great care of us, and we really enjoyed getting to know them. After a great night's sleep and a delicious breakfast, we resumed our trip to the beach, in a much better frame of mind! Thanks so much, Pat and Brad, for turning what could have been a really difficult experience into a wonderful, very memorable one!!

The Orchid Tree was the first place we stayed in Costa Rica and we could not have found a better one: Peacefulness, beauty, charm. The owners Pat & Brad are wonderful peolple; they really care about you and are very helpful. Breakfast was delicious and hearty, the pool nice and clean, the 2 rooms we had were extremely clean with comfortable beds & air conditioning if desired. The restaurants that Brad recommended in Atenas, just a few minutes away, were really good and had reasonable prices, especially La Trilla. We travel with our 2 children and the four of us look forward returning to the Orchid Tree!

I was greeted by the owners Pat & Brad, who are a variety of friend and Professional Inn owners. They provided me a fabulous and unique experience at the Inn which is on a beautiful one acre site with charm and a peacefulness that was greatly appreciated. Breakfast was made to order and delicious, the swimming pool warm and clean. Orchid Tree is a sensational value and I look forward to returning.