Latitude 10 Beachfront Resort is a three-pearl oceanfront property along a quiet stretch of Santa Teresa’s gorgeous surfer beach. It’s five casitas and one guest room are rustic, and include amazing open-air bathrooms. Keep in mind that while the villas all have private balconies, they aren’t air-conditioned and there are no TVs -- a plus for some. The infinity pool has ocean views and Latitude 10’s restaurant serves delicious (but expensive) local and international cuisine. Tasty breakfasts are included with all stays. Freebies are generous, ranging from yoga and Pilates classes to boogie boards, bikes, and snorkeling equipment. Keep in mind that the beach out front isn't swimmable. For an oceanfront stay with more design-centric villas -- but no on-site restaurant -- it’s worth pricing out the nearby Red Palm Villas.
Latitude 10 Beachfront Resort is a three-pearl oceanfront property along a quiet stretch of Santa Teresa’s gorgeous surfer beach. It’s five casitas and one guest room are rustic, and include amazing open-air bathrooms. Keep in mind that while the villas all have private balconies, they aren’t air-conditioned and there are no TVs -- a plus for some. The infinity pool has ocean views and Latitude 10’s restaurant serves delicious (but expensive) local and international cuisine. Tasty breakfasts are included with all stays. Freebies are generous, ranging from yoga and Pilates classes to boogie boards, bikes, and snorkeling equipment. Keep in mind that the beach out front isn't swimmable. For an oceanfront stay with more design-centric villas -- but no on-site restaurant -- it’s worth pricing out the nearby Red Palm Villas.
Set on the fourth floor of a cardiovascular hospital in San Juan’s medical district, Howard Johnson is a budget option, primarily designed to provide accommodation for families of loved ones undergoing medical treatment. It shares the fourth floor with a wellness center, basic spa, fitness equipment, and yoga classes. Its 31 rooms are straightforward to the point of being a touch drab, with chain hotel-like decor, private bathrooms, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs. There’s a cafeteria in the building and eateries are within walking distance, but confusing access can cause annoyance. While the in-hospital setting is convenient for certain travelers, this is not a vacation-friendly or resort-like property. Travelers seeking a hotel closer to beaches and sights could try Hyatt Place San Juan.
Set on the fourth floor of a cardiovascular hospital in San Juan’s medical district, Howard Johnson is a budget option, primarily designed to provide accommodation for families of loved ones undergoing medical treatment. It shares the fourth floor with a wellness center, basic spa, fitness equipment, and yoga classes. Its 31 rooms are straightforward to the point of being a touch drab, with chain hotel-like decor, private bathrooms, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs. There’s a cafeteria in the building and eateries are within walking distance, but confusing access can cause annoyance. While the in-hospital setting is convenient for certain travelers, this is not a vacation-friendly or resort-like property. Travelers seeking a hotel closer to beaches and sights could try Hyatt Place San Juan.
Las Espuelas Hotel is a basic, clean three-pearl property located a 15-minute drive from Liberia’s airport. The hotel’s 44 rooms are chain-like but nice enough, with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers. The property has an uncrowded outdoor pool, a peaceful countryside setting, and a great breakfast buffet included in rates. It’s an adequate choice for a night or two en-route to and from the airport, but with limited entertainment and dining options within walking distance, guests without rental cars may feel stranded. Rates at the upper-middle-range Hilton Garden Inn Liberia Airport are steeper, but its free airport shuttle service saves guests the cost of a pricey cab ride to Las Espuelas.
Las Espuelas Hotel is a basic, clean three-pearl property located a 15-minute drive from Liberia’s airport. The hotel’s 44 rooms are chain-like but nice enough, with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and coffeemakers. The property has an uncrowded outdoor pool, a peaceful countryside setting, and a great breakfast buffet included in rates. It’s an adequate choice for a night or two en-route to and from the airport, but with limited entertainment and dining options within walking distance, guests without rental cars may feel stranded. Rates at the upper-middle-range Hilton Garden Inn Liberia Airport are steeper, but its free airport shuttle service saves guests the cost of a pricey cab ride to Las Espuelas.
This 140-room Sheraton opened in 2013 and it remains quite modern; in fact, it has quickly become a reliable gem for business travelers who need to count on certain things during their stay in San José. Close to corporate headquarters and Costa Rica's biggest mall, the entire property offers free and reliable Wi-Fi -- and there are plenty of areas to work, starting with the cheerful lobby that seems to go on forever, along with sleek conference facilities, and in-room working desks. Super comfy rooms also have floor-to-ceiling windows and coffeemakers with local brew. When ready for a break, head to the breezy rooftop bar, which offers views of the often jaw-dropping sunsets. There's also a small pool (that no one really uses), a fitness center, and trendy restaurants with varying hours of operation.
This 140-room Sheraton opened in 2013 and it remains quite modern; in fact, it has quickly become a reliable gem for business travelers who need to count on certain things during their stay in San José. Close to corporate headquarters and Costa Rica's biggest mall, the entire property offers free and reliable Wi-Fi -- and there are plenty of areas to work, starting with the cheerful lobby that seems to go on forever, along with sleek conference facilities, and in-room working desks. Super comfy rooms also have floor-to-ceiling windows and coffeemakers with local brew. When ready for a break, head to the breezy rooftop bar, which offers views of the often jaw-dropping sunsets. There's also a small pool (that no one really uses), a fitness center, and trendy restaurants with varying hours of operation.
Coqui del Mar Guest House is a quaint two-and-a-half-pearl hotel located in San Juan’s Ocean Park district. Set in a semi-gated suburban community, the guest house is within walking distance of beautiful Ocean Park Beach, as well as a number of local restaurants and shops. The guest house’s six units are cute and welcoming if slightly old-fashioned, and all offer kitchens with full-size fridges, ovens, and cookware. The small property also includes an outdoor hot tub set amid leafy grounds, but there isn't a pool. Bikes and beach gear are available to borrow. Travelers might want to consider Dreamcatcher Guest House around the corner, where rooms are more stylish but kitchens are shared.
Coqui del Mar Guest House is a quaint two-and-a-half-pearl hotel located in San Juan’s Ocean Park district. Set in a semi-gated suburban community, the guest house is within walking distance of beautiful Ocean Park Beach, as well as a number of local restaurants and shops. The guest house’s six units are cute and welcoming if slightly old-fashioned, and all offer kitchens with full-size fridges, ovens, and cookware. The small property also includes an outdoor hot tub set amid leafy grounds, but there isn't a pool. Bikes and beach gear are available to borrow. Travelers might want to consider Dreamcatcher Guest House around the corner, where rooms are more stylish but kitchens are shared.
Balmoral Hotel is an upper-middle-range property situated in downtown San Jose. Its location on busy Avenida Centrale makes it convenient to shopping, nightlife, and sightseeing -- all the main attractions are within easy walking distance. The hotel’s 113 guest rooms are cheerful and tidy, with wood or ceramic floors, colorful accent walls, and nature-themed art over the beds. Some have enclosed balconies and suites have separate living areas. The hotel has a small fitness center, and its restaurant, with its creative twist on authentic Costa Rican dishes, draws guests and local residents alike. Its upper-level bar offers live music several nights a week. Travelers who don't want to stay smack in the city center might prefer Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel.
Balmoral Hotel is an upper-middle-range property situated in downtown San Jose. Its location on busy Avenida Centrale makes it convenient to shopping, nightlife, and sightseeing -- all the main attractions are within easy walking distance. The hotel’s 113 guest rooms are cheerful and tidy, with wood or ceramic floors, colorful accent walls, and nature-themed art over the beds. Some have enclosed balconies and suites have separate living areas. The hotel has a small fitness center, and its restaurant, with its creative twist on authentic Costa Rican dishes, draws guests and local residents alike. Its upper-level bar offers live music several nights a week. Travelers who don't want to stay smack in the city center might prefer Parque del Lago Boutique Hotel.
Otro Lado Lodge and Restaurant is a three-pearl Zen-infused hotel across the street from gorgeous Santa Teresa Beach. Its 11 air-conditioned rooms, Lodges, and stand-alone House are modern, with rustic touches like live-edge furniture, plus air-conditioning and rainfall showers. The restaurant serves tasty local, international, and Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Free breakfasts are included with all stays. Otro Lado has a small spa and a tranquil yoga studio. Yoga and Tai Chi classes are regularly offered (for a fee) and yoga mats are free to borrow. Other amenities include a big pool with bamboo lounge chairs, plus free Wi-Fi and parking. For an equally yoga-inspired stay with lush grounds, panoramic ocean views, and a tasty restaurant, it’s worth pricing out Funky Monkey Lodge.
Otro Lado Lodge and Restaurant is a three-pearl Zen-infused hotel across the street from gorgeous Santa Teresa Beach. Its 11 air-conditioned rooms, Lodges, and stand-alone House are modern, with rustic touches like live-edge furniture, plus air-conditioning and rainfall showers. The restaurant serves tasty local, international, and Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Free breakfasts are included with all stays. Otro Lado has a small spa and a tranquil yoga studio. Yoga and Tai Chi classes are regularly offered (for a fee) and yoga mats are free to borrow. Other amenities include a big pool with bamboo lounge chairs, plus free Wi-Fi and parking. For an equally yoga-inspired stay with lush grounds, panoramic ocean views, and a tasty restaurant, it’s worth pricing out Funky Monkey Lodge.
This boutique beachfront resort in Santa Teresa with 11 standalone villas epitomizes laid-back luxury. Designed for privacy and a connection with nature, the one- and two-bedroom options (and three-bedroom Surf House) have spacious open-air living areas and bathrooms. Health nuts will be spoilt for choice with daily classes in the wooden yoga dojo (a certain Brazilian supermodel comes here when in town), a Pilates studio, a renovated fitness center, and surfing and stand up-paddle boarding. For relaxation, there are seemingly endless beach walks, an outdoor pool, a spa, and quality cuisine at romantic Nectar. Not surprisingly, all of this comes at a pretty penny -- the highest prices in town, in fact. Also worth checking out is Pranamar Oceanfront Villas, with slightly lower rates.
This boutique beachfront resort in Santa Teresa with 11 standalone villas epitomizes laid-back luxury. Designed for privacy and a connection with nature, the one- and two-bedroom options (and three-bedroom Surf House) have spacious open-air living areas and bathrooms. Health nuts will be spoilt for choice with daily classes in the wooden yoga dojo (a certain Brazilian supermodel comes here when in town), a Pilates studio, a renovated fitness center, and surfing and stand up-paddle boarding. For relaxation, there are seemingly endless beach walks, an outdoor pool, a spa, and quality cuisine at romantic Nectar. Not surprisingly, all of this comes at a pretty penny -- the highest prices in town, in fact. Also worth checking out is Pranamar Oceanfront Villas, with slightly lower rates.
Neighboring San Juan Bay in downtown Miramar, the mid-range Hyatt Place is an unpretentious modern hotel with boutique flavor and family appeal. Its 149 rooms and suites are huge and contemporary with open-plan layouts that include living areas (with sleeper sofas), coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms overlook lovely views of the bay. Along with the generously sized rooms, guests appreciate the kid-friendly pool and the free breakfast -- although common areas can get chaotic. Some casual restaurants are scattered about nearby, but sites otherwise require a short drive. Its proximity to the convention center can attract large groups and business travelers who are also catered to with meeting facilities. Those seeking something closer to the beach could try The Wave in Condado.
Neighboring San Juan Bay in downtown Miramar, the mid-range Hyatt Place is an unpretentious modern hotel with boutique flavor and family appeal. Its 149 rooms and suites are huge and contemporary with open-plan layouts that include living areas (with sleeper sofas), coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms overlook lovely views of the bay. Along with the generously sized rooms, guests appreciate the kid-friendly pool and the free breakfast -- although common areas can get chaotic. Some casual restaurants are scattered about nearby, but sites otherwise require a short drive. Its proximity to the convention center can attract large groups and business travelers who are also catered to with meeting facilities. Those seeking something closer to the beach could try The Wave in Condado.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Best Western Plus Atrea Hotel & Suites offers modern, spacious, colored-coordinated rooms at reasonable rates. Its proximity to the Lackland Air Force Base makes it an obvious choice for visiting military families and friends, but its appeal could extend to any travelers seeking a clean, well-maintained hotel. The 77 rooms, which include two-bedroom apartment-style suites with full kitchens, come with microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers, and a hot breakfast is included in rates. There's also an indoor heated pool with whirlpool, a small fitness center and business center, and a cozy lobby bar. Its isolated location might be a drawback for some travelers -- there are no restaurants within walking distance, and it's a 20-minute drive to downtown. A more centrally located budget option is the Best Western Plus Sunset Suites-Riverwalk.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Best Western Plus Atrea Hotel & Suites offers modern, spacious, colored-coordinated rooms at reasonable rates. Its proximity to the Lackland Air Force Base makes it an obvious choice for visiting military families and friends, but its appeal could extend to any travelers seeking a clean, well-maintained hotel. The 77 rooms, which include two-bedroom apartment-style suites with full kitchens, come with microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers, and a hot breakfast is included in rates. There's also an indoor heated pool with whirlpool, a small fitness center and business center, and a cozy lobby bar. Its isolated location might be a drawback for some travelers -- there are no restaurants within walking distance, and it's a 20-minute drive to downtown. A more centrally located budget option is the Best Western Plus Sunset Suites-Riverwalk.