Amenities

Gran Hotel library

The Gran Hotel has a 24-hour business center, 24-hour market, ATM, concierge desk, gift shop, laundry service, valet service, and a complimentary gym. There is also a meeting and event space for up to 60 guests.

Dining

Breakfast buffet

The signature restaurant is open daily with a menu of local and international flavors. Enjoy San Jose city views from the 5th floor piano bar while tasting gin and whiskey from around the world.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms include complimentary WiFi, a mini-fridge, 50-inch HDTV, walk-in shower, and work desk with ergonomic chair. Executive Rooms and Suites feature gorgeous city views and more amenities such as a living area, second HDTV, and 24-hour butler service. They also feature access to the Executive Lounge which serves nightly complimentary snacks and spirits.

Guest Rooms

Superior Twin Guest Room

Each guest room has two full or one king bed with soft linens and pillow-top mattresses. Bathrooms have a walk-in shower, hairdryer, and deluxe bath products.

Suites

Corner Suite

Suites have a king bed with soft linens and a pillow-top mattress along with a living area with sofa. Suites have two HDTVs, a mini fridge, and coffee maker. Guests can enjoy 24-hour butler service and access to the Executive Lounge where complimentary spirits and hors-d’oeuvres are served nightly.

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Hotel Grano de Oro entrance

Guests will delight in the tranquil ambiance of tropical plants and flowers found throughout the hotel. Italian tile fountains grace intimate atriums, ensuring that one is never far from the soothing melody of falling water. Thanks to its great location, guests will have no problems finding nearby shops, restaurants, and other attractions.

Restaurante Grano de Oro

Once a simple café, Restaurante Grano de Oro has evolved into one San Jose’s finest dining establishments, frequented by locals and visitors alike. The restaurant merges tropical and European flavors for a uniquely delicious gastronomic experience.

Jacuzzi Terrace

Grano de Oro rooftop

The  Jacuzzi Terrace at Hotel Grano de Oro is a rooftop garden with lawn beds and two Jacuzzis. It’s a great way to relax after a busy day out on the town! Massage services are also available with reservation, including deep tissue massage and aromatherapy.

Hotel Grano de Oro Rooms

Standard Room

All rooms at Hotel Grano de Oro include free wireless internet, coffee maker, flat screen cable television, electronic security box, air conditioning and ceilings, and hypoallergenic synthetic pillows. Luggage storage, currency exchange, and laundry services are available to guests.

Deluxe Room

Looking to enjoy San Jose for a bit longer? Then a suite at Hotel Grano de Oro might be just what you need! The Family Suite contains two rooms with a shared bath. One room has both a Queen and Twin beds, and the other has just a Queen-size bed. With the Garden Suite guests can step back in time thanks to the original living room of this converted mansion. A lovely private tropical garden, a comfortable sitting area, and a King-size bed complete this luxurious experience.

Vista de Oro Room

And for a truly unforgettable stay, consider the Vista de Oro Suite – entered via private staircase, with a large in-room private Jacuzzi, spacious living room, and King-size bed, you can’t go wrong!

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Finca Rosa Blanca Amenities

The hillside infinity swimming pool is surrounded by lovely and expansive tropical gardens, secluded decks and shaded verandas where guests can sunbathe and enjoy the magnificent views. Personal service and gourmet, country cuisine prepared from its fruit orchards and organic greenhouse vegetable and herb garden create an aura of graciousness.

Finca Rosa Blanca infinity pool

The spa, pool, restaurant, and beautiful gardens are enough to keep guests lining up at the reservation desk, and then there are the views. The views! Gorgeous views of the Central Valley are one of Finca Rosa Blanca’s best features. At night, the view goes from splendid to romantic as the lights from the valley illuminate the mountainous backdrop.

El Tigre Vestido & Bar Búho – Finca Rosa Blanca’s alfresco bar overlooking the Central Valley

Hotel Finca Rosa Blanca is dedicated to combining service and comfort with business practices that are environmentally friendly. This location is ideal for anyone who wants to spend a day surrounded by nature but also return to a luxurious and comfortable room and a gourmet meal.

Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation Tour

Finca Rosa Blanca cupping session

You don’t want to miss the Organic Coffee Tour and Cupping while staying at a Costa Rican coffee plantation. A tour of the coffee plantation will reveal the secrets of Costa Rican coffee from origin to harvest. Visit the processing area where the coffee cherry pulp is removed, the beans are fermented and dried, and the coffee is roasted and packaged. Discover the smells and tastes and freshly roasted and organic Costa Rican coffee at a cupping session. In the afternoon, enjoy your coffee with homemade biscuits on the outdoor terrace overlooking the beautiful farmlands of the Central Valley.

Activities from Finca Rosa Blanca

Visiting San Jose markets from Finca Rosa Blanca

Aside from the Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation itself, the hotel has a variety of activities available. Surrounded by coffee, volcanoes, and culture, it also serves perfectly as a jumping off point to the myriad of tours and cultural experiences in the area. Finca Rosa Blanca’s viewing terrace gives you a magnificent view of the Poas volcano crater (one of the world’s largest active craters) as well as views over the northern lowlands of the country. It is also only an hour’s drive from the Carara Biological Reserve.

Hotel Finca Rosa Blanca Rooms

Hotel Finca Rosa Blanca has 14 unique suites including two extraordinary master suites, and eleven elegant yet whimsical junior suites, four of which can be united to form two spacious villas. Each suite is unique and features fine local woods and pieces from the owners’ extensive modern art collection. All of the luxurious rooms at Finca Rosa Blanca Inn include Jacuzzi baths and minibars as well as private verandas overlooking the lovely Central Valley and the volcanoes above. Standard amenities include a king-size bed, complimentary Wifi, coffee maker and complimentary local, organic coffee, refrigerator, closet space, daily maid service, spacious bathrooms, and daily complimentary afternoon coffee with cookies.

Junior Suites

There are 10 unique Junior Suites at Finca Rosa Blanca: Las Avas, El Cafetal, El Higueron, El Pino, El Roble, El Valle, La Caretta, La Guaria, La Piedra, and La Ventana.

Master Suites

Finca Rosa Blanca has four master suites: Rosa Blanca Master Suite, El Cielo Master Suite, El Guarumo Master Suite, and Ranchito Master Suite.

Rosa Blanca Master Suite

The Rosa Blanca Master Suite balcony

If you’re lucky enough to stay in the magnificent Rosa Blanca Master Suite, you’ll be treated to a stunning 360-degree view from your balcony. The Rosa Blanca Suite features stairs winding around a tree trunk leading down to the master bathroom, and a bathtub-pool fed by spring water.

Ranchito Master Suite

El Ranchito Master Suite

The Ranchito Master Suite is an open-air bungalow built in the traditional Costa Rican structure with murals and cane ceilings throughout. Ranchito features a bathroom with Jacuzzi surrounded by lush gardens, and a living room that opens up to a private patio.

Villas

There are two villas options at Finca Rosa Blanca: Villa Boyero (El Pino and El Higueron Junior Suites combined) and Villa Laguna (La Guaria and El Roble Junior Suites combined).

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Voted by Condé Nast as one of the best hotels in Central America, the Costa Rica Marriott Hacienda Belen has unique architecture and elegant antiques all hidden away in this luxury hotel that features captivating grounds and stunning decor. This is definitely not your typical Marriott! It’s the perfect place to stay when you’re planning on day tours and adventures in the bustling city of San Jose.

Amenities at Costa Rica Marriott Hacienda Belen

The facilities at Costa Rica Marriott Hacienda Belen feature restaurants, health club with weight room, exercise room, saunas and fitness center, jogging and nature trails, three tennis courts, driving range and golf pro shop, martini bar, salon and full-service amenities such as room service, concierge and complimentary airport shuttle.

Kuo Spa courtyard

The Kuo Spa offers a wide variety of spa treatments, including body wraps, scrubs, facials, massages, and more! What could be better than returning from a day of adventure to enjoy the steam room? Experience the elegant dining at Las Isabela, where Peruvian classics will delight and dazzles guests, the international cuisine and impressive full bar of Antigua, and the gourmet coffee and light menu at the Casa del Cafe. If you need a casual night after spending the day on tours, check out La Castilla, which serves up both cocktails and live music.

Marriott Hacienda Belen Rooms

The Costa Rica Marriott Hacienda Belen offers 299 spacious rooms that feature Marriott’s new bedding, plush mattress, mini-bar, bathrobe, hairdryer, two telephones, and a cable TV. Room views range from the San Jose skyline to poolside or mountain views.

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Xandari Amenities

The unique restaurant features delicious healthy specialties made from the hotel’s organic gardens and orchard. Experience the best in spa treatments when you visit the Xandari Resort & Spa! The Spa Village at Xandari is set at a perfect altitude for incomparable views of Costa Rica’s Central Valley.

Xandari Spa

Enjoy your spa treatment to the fullest with your own palm-thatched Jalapa and open-air jacuzzi. Experience the dedication Xandari gives to using all-natural ingredients with a hot-stone massage, manicure, body wrap, couples treatments, and more!  If relaxation is at the top of your vacation to-do list, you can’t go wrong with one of their six-hour spa packages, which allow guests to choose from the variety in order to get the most out of their time!

Xandari Villas

Prima Villa

Each spacious villa features a terrace with panoramic view and is decorated with custom-designed furniture and original contemporary art. They also have private gardens. All of the 24 spacious villas at Xandari Resort were individually designed, and each is completely unique! If you choose to stay at Xandari Resort & Spa, your trip will be unlike anyone else’s.

Ultra Villa view

The original 17 villas and 2 lap swimming pools are on the East Hill, easily accessing the main building with the restaurant, bar, arts and crafts shop, and the TV/DVD room.

Ultra Plus Villa

The remaining 7 villas are on the West Hill and are close to the full-service Spa as well as the new Sunset Pool and Jacuzzi. A trail through the botanic gardens leads to the main building from the West Hill, or an electric cart is available on-call.

Star Villa view

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Hotel Amenities

Aside from Hotel Presidente’s central location, the hotel provides complimentary internet access, 24-hour currency exchange, fitness room, laundry service, concierge, complimentary parking, luggage storage to guests, and welcomes pets. There are also a variety of open creative spaces suited for work and collaboration. Grab a coffee at the restaurant and take care of work at any of the open workstations in a fun and inviting atmosphere. Hotel Presidente also boasts the 4 Leaf Certification for sustainable tourism.

Dining

Azotea Calle 7 Restaurant

There is soon-to-be an on-site rooftop bar restaurant, called Azotea Calle 7 restaurant. Snack on tapas and mixologist-crafted cocktails while looking out over the city. Sunset dining is highly recommended! Enjoy a breakfast buffet in the Las Americas room with treats like Costa Rican coffee and made-to-order omelets is included in your stay.

Hotel Presidente Rooms

Hotel Presidente has 92 rooms of varying sizes: standard, superior, and suite. Each room has in-room safes, wireless internet, air conditioning, a strong, hot shower, hairdryer, alarm clock, 32 inch LCD TV with cable, and mini-bar.

Standard rooms are 325 square feet with the option of one king bed or two full beds. Superior rooms are 555 square feet, almost 60% larger than standard rooms – the largest rooms available in downtown San Jose. Suites are 450 square feet with a fantastic location in the hotel and nearly all feature king-size beds.

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There are extensive tropical gardens, creating an ambiance of staying at a hotel in the midst of the colorful tropics. These gardens are also ideal for nature walks and bird or animal watchers. The use of native plant species encourages wildlife and birds to visit the property, much to the delight of watching guests! In 2012, 2013, and 2014, the Hotel Buena Vista was awarded the Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor.

Hotel Buena Vista Amenities

Just 15 minutes from the San Jose International Airport, Hotel Buena Vista contains a solar-heated pool, bar, nature trails, and a gift shop. Enjoy the tropical breakfast, room service, Wi-Fi, laundry services, and poolside dining. The Quetzal Room Restaurant serves international and local cuisine from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. All fruits and vegetables are local and fresh.  The restaurant is very popular with both guests and locals, no doubt in part thanks to the amazing fine dining and pastry-making of the head chef!

Hotel Buena Vista Rooms

Deluxe Standard King

Hotel Buena Vista contains a variety of rooming options. While there is no air conditioning, it’s not necessary thanks to the expansive windows, which let in a cooling and refreshing breeze. All rooms contain either a King-size bed or two Queen-size beds.

Three Bedroom Junior Suite Hotel Buena Vista

In addition to the standard rooms, there are also Three-Bed Suites which contain two Queen beds and a single bed, as well as a balcony for catching the best views or watching the stunning tropical sunsets.

Hotel Buena Vista Luxury Villa

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Amenities

The hotel boasts 131 guest rooms and suites, a fully equipped fitness center and pool, and a restaurant and bar offering signature fine dining menus.

Cuisine

Lobby Bar

Offering an international menu, the restaurant on the 18th floor offers gorgeous views of La Sabana Park and the city as well as a fine dining experience. The lobby bar has a curated collection of cocktails and a smaller, trendy menu with light fare. Room service is available daily from 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM if you’d like to enjoy delicious meals from the privacy of your own room, and this property also offers a 24-hour convenience store onsite for quick snacks and treats when you’re in a rush. 

Fitness Center & Pool

Hilton San Jose La Sabana features a state-of-the-art swimming pool and a fully functional fitness center stocked with high-end equipment provided by Life Fitness. Whether you want to take a dip in the pool and take in the city views or get your heart rate pumping in the gym, you can find both of these amenities on the 31st floor. 

Business Center 

Sometimes duty calls, even if you’re on vacation. If you need access to a desktop computer, remote printing services, or Wi-Fi, this property has a complimentary business center on-site for all your work-related needs. 

Executive Lounge 

For executive-level guests, Hilton San Jose La Sabana’s Executive Lounge offers complimentary breakfast, evening appetizers, non-alcoholic beverages, and an honor bar.  

Accommodations 

Hilton San Jose La Sabana has a host of 131 rooms for varying types of travelers. Whether it’s one of their sleek and functional Guest Rooms or a luxurious Presidential Suite, there are plenty of choices to customize your stay. 

Guest Rooms

Guest Room

Featuring a modern yet inviting aesthetic, Guest Rooms are outfitted with the latest technology and functional design. Each room offers Serta Bedding, a convenient work area with an ergonomic desk and chair, and complimentary Wi-Fi. 

Executive Rooms

Executive Room with full beds

These rooms are similar to the Guest Rooms in terms of space, design, and function, but with the added benefit of extra amenities. This includes bathrobes, slippers, and access to the Executive Lounge. 

Suites

Offering the same sleek style as Guest Rooms but with a more spacious footprint, Suites are a great option if you’re looking to spread out a bit during your stay. These accommodations offer a separate living space in addition to the bedroom, allowing you to luxuriate in the gorgeous city views. Some suites offer balcony access, bringing the outside in and expanding your living space even further. 

Presidential Suites

The highest level of room category, the Presidential Suites at Hilton San Jose La Sabana offer all the space and luxury of standard suites with added amenities. These additions include bathrobes, slippers, and access to the Executive Lounge. 

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