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Hotel La Amistad: Traveler Reviews

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#9 of 123 hotels in San Jose
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  • Rooms: 38
  • Address: Calle 15 Avenida 11 San Jose Costa Rica
Property Type: Hotel
  • Lodging offering guest rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a variety of services and amenities.
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“Disappointing and Overpriced”

Hotel La Amistad

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2 of 5 stars
San Francisco
Aug 13, 2006
3/3 found this review helpful

We were extremely disappointed in this hotel, which we felt was way overpriced for what it offered. Our simple room was adequate in size, with two good size beds, and had a safe (a real plus) BUT the kitchen (for which we had paid extra) had no pots and pans so was of little use. (There was a microwave but , when we arrived late in the evening, we had no microwavable food with us or appropriate containers.) There was a bathroom with the room but the large cockroach which crawled towards my daughter when she opened the bathroom door was something of a negative. The included breakfast (which was a no frills "dorm-style" buffet) in a pleasant dining area with a nice array of tables was stated to be until 10 a.m. but, when we came down at 9:15 a.m., there were only the last
vestiges of some scrambled eggs, rice and fried bananas so we just had cereal, toast and juice. Around 9:35 a.m., some more rice was brought out but no more eggs appeared and no-one came to see how we were doing or to offer us anything.

The hotel is about 10 minutes walk into town - a pleasant, slightly hilly, walk but not one that we would want to do after dark.

We would not return to this hotel and, in fact, we cancelled the reservation which we had made for the end of our Costa Rica trip and, instead, had a delightful experience in a lovely, more centrally located, hotel for about the same price that we would have spent at the Amistad.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — There was some one still on duty to register us when we arrived after midnight due to flight delay.
    • Disliked — I thought it was overpriced, offering very basic accomodation, service and food.
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oxfordquill's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2006
Traveled with: Family with teenagers
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 35-49
Member since: August 13, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
no way!
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Other
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“A place to sleep”

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2 of 5 stars
California
Jul 21, 2006

The beds weren't comfy, but the room was reasonably clean. The breakfast was exactly the same every day, and the staff appeared to know very little about getting around Costa Rica to the touristy places like Arenal or Monteverde. They also appeared to know very little about places that were nearby like places to eat, dance or set-up tours. On the up hand, it was just a few blocks from the city center, and our room had air conditioning.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Air conditioning
    • Disliked — Uncomfortable beds
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Altruistic's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2006
Traveled with: Friends
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 25-34
Member since: July 21, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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“Very Nice Hotel”

Hotel La Amistad

Feb 22, 2006
3/3 found this review helpful

Stayed alone. Staff were all very helpful.
Arranged my Tram Tour which was Great!

Marlene is very attractive (did not ask her out :-)

Was my first trip to Costa Rica, enjoyed all of it.
Neighbor hood is quiet at night but noisy during the
day. Spent too much time a few blocks away at
Jonny's Sports Bar but was very convenient.

Unless I get a better offer from a new found friend,
I will definitely stay at the Amistad again.

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This TripAdvisor Member's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2006
Member since: October 07, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Great pool scene
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“La Amistad, San Jose: great hotel”

Hotel La Amistad

Sep 22, 2005
13/16 found this review helpful

If you are young (or young at heart), or just sociable, you should stay here when in San Jose. The staff are legendary in their helpfulness, most especially Rudolfo. He is extra ordinarily friendly and helpful. [--]. We had two great stays here and I am sure you ll find the hotel fantastic too.

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“Best deal, best location, best service!”

Hotel La Amistad

Apr 13, 2005
19/21 found this review helpful

I have been staying at Hotel LA Amistad for the last 10 years and have seen it grow from 14 rooms to now 40 rooms. The German owner did an impressive job and lives up to the name "LA Amistad" The staff works there for so many years, I know then all by name and they no me. The Manager Marlene works there 13 years and is the true best asset. The place is clean, best breakfast buffet in town and included in the rates and top security systems all for no extra charge, key cards, electr safes, voice mail, internet cafe and wireless acess through out the Hotel and all that for $ 50.- plus Tax a night!

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
This TripAdvisor Member's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2005
Member since: July 07, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Great pool scene
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Average price*: $71 (year-round)
Call now to book: 1-800-733-5916 from Orbitz

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Calle 15 Avenida 11, San Jose, Costa Rica