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BEST WESTERN Paradise Inn & Spa: Traveler Reviews

2.5 of 5
2 KM S Iglesia San Antonio de Escazu, Escazu, Costa Rica
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BEST WESTERN Paradise Inn & Spa
Ranked #12 of 16 hotels in Escazu
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Carmel, California
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“The Best Hotel Motel Inn in all of Central America”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2013

This is the BEST most enjoyable hotel Inn in all of Central America! Nothing comes close to this hotel Inn in all of Costa Rica. This is the very Best for your money. The location is the BEST most scenic location in all of Costa Rica. Nothing compares. This Inn is only a 40 cent bus ride into San Jose one way each hour. This is the most scenic hotel Inn in all of Costa Rica. The employees have been carefully selected. They are all the most professional, most intellient and most courteous men in women that I have ever seen in any hotel in all of Costa Rica. These hotel Inn employees are only happy if their guests are Happy at the Paradise Inn. This hotel
on the Mountain side over looking San Jose, has a better view than the Ifel tower in Paris France and for only a fraction of the cost. Al, is the Manager and owner of the Paradise Inn. Don't even think about staying at any other motel or Inn in Costa Rica when you are visiting the San Jose area. Nothing even comes close to what this Inn offers. There is also an excellent restaurant only one block away if you prefer eating out at a nearby restaurant near this Best Western Inn. The nearby Americana Restaurant even has music on Friday and Saturday nights. It's less than a city block away from the Best Western . Al, a retired medical doctor, the owner and manager is an excellent super friendly intelligent man who is originallly from southern Florida and the Florida Keys. He speaks perfect English and perfect Spanish. If you like dogs, this is the place to stay. Al loves Dogs and has 5 or 6 very friendly loveable pet dogs and a couple friendly cats on the property all looking to get petted. This Inn was kind of a home away from home . I spent two full weeks there. I hated to depart this excellent Inn on my last day. I'm now thinking about purchasing some land nearby this excellent Inn and build my home up on this same super beautiful mountainside. What a super beautiful view of the city each and every evening! The best mountain side view of a city that I've ever experienced in all of Latin America.
Nothing compares to this super scenic mountain side Best Western Inn location. This is the best ! Thanks Al ! Also I thank all the excellent professional thoughtful curteous kind staff at the Paradise Inn Best Western! DEAN

Room Tip: All the rooms are super clean and the location is super quite, safe and very secure. You won't...
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Joliet, Illinois
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“The view is absolutely Amazing!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

For the cost of $50.00 a night it was more than worth it!! The view overlooking the city of San Jose from this hotel is absolutely amazing! The staff was very friendly and very attentive to whatever we needed. I would highly recommend this hotel to everyone. We even told our friends that live in Cartago and they will most likely try to spend a night or two up there just for a little get away.

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Hamilton Square, New Jersey
1 review
“Outstanding Service”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2013

I have never lodged at an establishment Like this one where every one from The Owner Raul right down to every member of his staff did so much to make me comfortable. They asked if I had any special needs I had a couple and they tended to them cheerfully and at no additional charge. Julia (whom I would Nominate for Maid of the year if such a title exists) and the other maids not only cleaned the room but sanitized and deodorized every day. The Chef was masterful not only Creating dishes that I could eat after my surgery but he made delicious them as well. The view of San Jose is awesome. The Hotel itself immaculate. But I must reiterate the It is the people that make this Inn among the best places That I have ever stayed.

Room Tip: The north facing Rooms have the best view.
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Mexico City, Mexico
2 reviews
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“Worst Hotel Ever”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013

the only thing nice about this hotel is the view, no pool, no spa at all, bussines center is one computer, ugly and not clean rooms, worst breakfast ever, taxis wont go to the hotel after 18:00 affraid of being robbed

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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled on business
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Raul C, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Paradise Inn & Spa, responded to this review
January 22, 2013
Dear Felipe,

Thank you for your comments. We are sorry your experience was not a pleasant one.
We have review your comments and found that you had left the do not disturb sign on your door therefore housekeeping informed us that after seeing it, they did no clean the room following our policy of not disturbing the guests whe the sign is hanging on the door. We sincerily regret that misunderstanding
We do have a small swiming pool. We do not have a Spa. But upon request we do offer pedicure, manicure, and masage. We do have for our guest a computer and printer in the lobby for their convenience
The breakfast is continental and complementary. Guest can order breakfast from the menu at a cost.
San Jose, as any big city, has some problems with crime, but this is not Mexico City,we have never heard that taxis are afraid to drive to the Hotel. This is basically a very safe area.
We are making changes to improve the quality and service we provide. We thank you for your comments.
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled solo
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    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
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Additional Information about BEST WESTERN Paradise Inn & Spa

Also Known As:
Best Western Paradise Hotel San Jose
Best Western Paradise Inn And Spa
Best Western Paradise Hotel
BEST WESTERN Paradise Inn & Spa Costa Rica/Escazu
Address: 2 KM S Iglesia San Antonio de Escazu, Escazu, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of San Jose > San Jose Metro > Escazu
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Family Hotels in Escazu
#5 Romantic Hotels in Escazu
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Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
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