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Vibrant and packed with Victorian mansions, Costa Rica's rowdy, bustling capital was built on the profits of the coffee trade and working "golden bean" plantations still surround the city. Try... more » Vibrant and packed with Victorian mansions, Costa Rica's rowdy, bustling capital was built on the profits of the coffee trade and working "golden bean" plantations still surround the city. Try freshly roasted local beans at Mercado Central. For shinier gold, visit the Museo del Oro. Many renovated landmarks now house stylish hotels. Usually viewed as a hub, rather than a destination, nightlife is concentrated in Spanish village-inspired El Pueblo. Don't miss the elegant 1897 National Theater. « less
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“Gringos expect too much!”

City One

3 of 5 stars
ebctravel
Tampa
Nov 9, 2009

This hotel is a Tico hotel. That means it was built for Costa Ricans, not for gringos. The level of service is consist with common tico expectations. As for the location, why would anyone who is...more

“Works for pre/post flight”

Adventure Inn

3 of 5 stars
ourback
Nov 7, 2009

The staff is friendly and the rooms are adequate. Stayed first and last nights of trip there- on second stay the AC was broken in the room and breakfast was not happening at 6am so we had to grab...more

“Good price not a great location”

Best Western Irazu

3 of 5 stars
pacolino
boston
Nov 6, 2009

nice service, good price but not well located. Bar at front door can be pretty noise, especially on weekends. more

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