Absolutely incredible experience staying at Casa Bella Rita, I would have to say hands down that it is the best place I have ever stayed which is no mean feat as i have stayed in over 100 hotels in 17 countries.

One of the infinite reasons were the generosity of the hosts, Steve and Rita are just incredibly nice people, Steve waited around in the airport for 4 hours for us on arrival in the country, even after his trust Mercedes broke down, they were well aware of our situation and let us get our heads down straight away that night.

We awoke in our beautiful room with the help of Rita, to catch our early transportation across country to a hearty breakfast made by Steve and Rita, they were even nice enough to share some vegetarian food for Sarah.

We then took in the amazing scenery and chilled out with their perfect little puppies before getting our bus.

On the trip back Steve drove us to the airport at 4am, although we said we were prepared to get a taxi, i get that they are providing a service and "it's all included in the price" but this was just incredible for us, they really do bend over backwards...

As far as i am concerned I would not spend my time in Costa Rica anywhere else!

PS as Steve says, if you go to Meme's get the Casado Chicharrones, and the Queso Frito for Rita!

We spent one night there in early May before we flew home from San Jose. The house was beautiful with a scenic view over a canyon. Steve was on time to pick us up at the airport and even gave us a ride when we were ready to leave. The breakfast was delicious, omelettes with roasted potatoes and freshly squeezed orange juice. The beds were very comfortable and much appreciated after days hiking around Costa Rica. Definitely a great place to stay any time you pass through San Jose!

Stayed at the tail end of way too short trip. Transportation to and from the airport was fantastic. The story behind the B&B was fantastic, make sure to ask for it :P
We stayed in the room upstairs with the king size bed and the little fountain. Very comfortable, wonderful view from the common room, and entirely better than a bland hotel.
Also strongly suggest Meme's restaurant right across the street. Very good food and not too expensive.

My husband & I recently invested in a condo on the beach in Jaco. We wanted a nice place to stay the night before we had to fly home. Casa Belle Rita totally exceeded our needs! Upon arriving we were blown away by the accomodations & the view of the canyon! Steve & Rita are the perfect hosts.

Our shuttle the next morning was on time & it was a quick and easy drive to the airport. A great finish to a wonderful vacation.