I’d rather have A/C

It’s an old house converted to a hotel.

Stayed in May 2024

Unfortunately, the walls of our room were very thin. Some visitors had early (eaaaarly) flights, so every morning around 4-5am, we were woken up by rolling suitcases. If you're a light sleeper, ask for a room away from the central corridor and maybe bring earplugs.

Breakfast was great, encountered first costa rican wildlife while eating made-to-order omelette. Quirky interior was refreshing in comparison to the many sterile, IKEA decorated hotels. Attached restaurant serves great food - fancy, but not over the top. Walking distance to other nice places to eat too. Staff are all very friendly, multilingual, and helpful. Thanks!

Stayed in February 2024

None

The colonial house is quite nice and breakfast is amazing!

Stayed in April 2024

We were in the rooms on the courtyard behind reception which were a little noisy at times. We had to leave at 7 on the checkout day and we were told we’d be able to grab a little breakfast before we left. The restaurant wasn’t open at 7 when it’s supposed to open. They also stopped serving certain items before 9, when breakfast ends, the morning before. When we can to pay we were told our price in dollars and then given the price in local currency. The issue was the hotel exchange rate was close to 10% higher than the current rate. This is essentially just theft, you can’t make up your own exchange rate and use the conversion to manipulate guest for more money. You can’t get hold of dollars easily to avoid this ridiculous exchange. We ended up paying through PayPal where we still paid 5% more than booking.com said the price was.

The hotel was nice, quaint. The room was really large, the bed was comfortable and it was very clean. The breakfast was good with lots of variety.

Stayed in April 2024

It was impossible to get reservations at the hotel restaurant book before your trip…

What a wonderful property, quirky, original, lovely plants, so much better than a big box store hotel…

Stayed in April 2024

Really lovely place with nice grounds and friendly staff. Breakfast was amazing and lovely neighbourhood which was a short walk to city centre.

Stayed in March 2024

Breakfast was fantastic

Stayed in March 2024

Fantastic breakfast with lots of choice. Really helpful staff. Quirky accomodation in a great location for excellent food and drink venues.

Stayed in February 2024

Only stayed one night but for that it was perfect. Comfy bed, tasteful and spacious room, FANTASTIC breakfast buffet. We went out in the early evening and walked to Escalante neighborhood and had no problem walking around.

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing I did not like. Some people may feel that it is a bit of a walk to the main sites in San Jose, but I enjoyed seeing the neighborhood and enjoyed the walking.

The breakfast was excellent, with lots of choices and freshly prepared eggs. The breakfast sitting area was beautiful---sheltered but open to the garden. The common areas were welcoming. The room was generously sized. The bed was very comfortable.

Stayed in February 2024

San Jose has some great sites to visit (eg Gold Museum and National Museum) but is not an attractive or safe-feeling city at night. Therefore the fantastic restaurant next door called 11.47 ( listed on the hotel website and with access from inside the hotel, but actually a separate business ) is a good reason for choosing this hotel if not wanting to walk far at night. However communication between the two needs sorting out - and would benefit both clients and businesses. My dinner reservation request via booking.com messaging was confirmed by the hotel but was not passed on to the restaurant. Luckily there was space, despite the fact the hotel front desk said the restaurant was fully booked ! Therefore strongly recommend booking dinner in advance, direct with 11-47. Hotel possibly may not be great for some children due to the more gruesome and enormous papier mache statues !

Unique hotel in historic buildings walking distance to the centre of San Jose. Quirky layout with rooms making the best of architectural details. Lovely garden area for breakfast plus additional sitting areas. Definitely a fun and interesting place to stay in San Jose if you don't want corporate-style uniformity. Fantastic restaurant next door called 11-47 is listed on the hotel website but owned and managed separately - dinner reservations usually required in advance. Strongly recommend contacting 11-47 direct via whatsapp for a booking +506 8449 3167. Kam Bakery nearby also great for coffee, lunch etc.

Stayed in March 2024

My mattress was not comfortable

I had to leave before breakfast time

Stayed in March 2024

As with other reviews, it is noisy. We could hear the people in the adjoining room/hallway. and our room looked onto/adjoined the restaurant and there was noise until 10ish. So it wasn't a massive deal for us for 1 night but any longer would have been a problem. But I am sure the hotel could have moved us rooms if we were staying longer.

Great location, walking distance to the key sites and nice neighbourhood with places to eat nearby. Room was a good size and the hotel was quirky and fun. Breakfast was great, eggs cooked fresh and a good range of other bits. We were able to leave our bags for the day and use the showers before our flight in the evening. Staff friendly and really helpful.

Stayed in March 2024

This is not a criticism but more of a FYI. This in an eco friendly hotel and the water is heated through solar panels. This means that if there is not enough sun there may not be hot water. During our stay one day was overcast so the water did not warm but the second day was sunny and the water was very hot and shower comfortable. Overall it was not an issue for us though.

The hotel was in excellent location, quiet street yet within short walking distance from main attractions. The room was very spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was very delicious and there was something for everyone to choose from. We really enjoyed the decor of the hotel and learning about various Costa Rican myths and fables through the art work.

Stayed in February 2024

The hotel is very clean and has friendly staff.

Stayed in March 2024

Our first night was a bit noisy due to a malfunctioning ceiling fan somewhere outside our room, but the second night was quiet. Honestly, we had few complaints about this friendly, quirky, hotel. Love the art everywhere too!

Our room was not large, but it was quiet and comfortable. It included a small table with two chairs, which was perfect for playing cribbage at night. The breakfast deserves its legendary status! Many appealing choices.

Stayed in February 2024

Rooms were a bit small, but quaint. I was comfortable.

Please was so eclectic, we just loved it. Such a fun space.

Stayed in February 2024

You can hear from your room noices from other rooms and corridor but when you count with it, it’s ok and not a big deal. For both night which I stayed here it didn’t bother me and I could sleep well😊

The reception is open 24/7, so you don’t have to worry even when you come super early or very late, there will be someone at the reception to help you. They can arrange taxi driver from the hotel to the airport, who is cool. The bed is super comfortable and the hot shower comes with a bit of patience but it comes😊

Stayed in February 2024

The hotel really do what they say - they make your stay stress free. Even before the trip they communicated frequently and arranged taxi driver to pick me up from the airport. The taxi driver makes your journey very comfortable and safe to the hotel. In the hotel is the personal super friendly and in the morning they even prepared amazing breakfast sandwich for my journey as i left earlier before breakfast started. I would definitely recommend this hotel, they do amazing service.

Stayed in February 2024

Great location - walkable into the city centre and lots of bars and restaurants a few minutes walk away. Breakfast room was a delight with lots of birds. Good choice for breakfast and eggs made to order. All staff were very friendly.

Stayed in January 2024

No air conditioning

Great atmosphere and breakfast very good. Very good value for the cost!

Stayed in February 2024

Free coffee was cold other than that nothing for the price

The breakfast was excellent, rooms basic but fine. Staff very helpful

Stayed in January 2024

Great location, charming hôtel, great food

Stayed in January 2024

Eclectic surroundings and excellent breakfast

Stayed in January 2024