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Nestled in a picturesque valley between majestic mountains, the San Jose and Central Valley region has a number of intriguing places to explore.
A day tour of the capital city reveals museums, a grand theatre and the lively Central Market. This diverse region offers waterfalls, coffee plantations, the artisan village of Sarchi, and the Poas Volcano. If adventure is more to your liking, white water rafting is a must.
Hotel Grano de Oro
Situated on a shady street just off Paseo Colon, San Jose’s main thoroughfare, Hotel Grano de Oro is a true oasis, a sanctuary in the heart of the city. Converted from a Tropical Victorian mansion, the 40-room hotel maintains the warmth and comfort of a private home.
Hallways lined with period photographs and original art meander through the building and present lush tropical flower arrangements and luxurious plants at every turn. Spanish tile fountains grace intimate atriums, ensuring that one is never far from the soothing melody of falling water. The onsite restaurant has evolved into one of San Jose’s finest dining establishments, frequented by locals and tourists alike.
Hacienda Alta Gracia
Hacienda AltaGracia features estate-size, yet intimate accommodations amongst Costa Rica’s mountain tops, with all of the luxuries and comforts of good living, gourmet dining, and spa life. In the purest valley of what is the last unexplored area in Costa Rica, AltaGracia offers a true Hacienda experience surrounded by untainted natural beauty. Auberge Resorts Collection invites you to explore Hacienda AltaGracia - nestled atop the lush mountains of Pérez Zeledón, a one-of-a-kind Costa Rica luxury resort experience awaits you. Over the top experience.
Peace Lodge
A truly unique mountain lodge the Peace Lodge is located on the grounds of the La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park. With the San José International Airport just an hour away you do not need to spend any extra time in the city. Imagine a rain and cloud forest just outside of the city.
The accommodations are upscale but are uniquely themed to complement the inherent beauty of its rain and cloud forest setting and the detailed architecture exudes a natural elegance and sophistication with every room boasting a Jacuzzi tub and stone fireplace along with showers that transform into waterfalls with the turn of a knob. Picture perfect views of the La Paz River Valley and the towering Poás Volcano complete the experience. Being this close to an airport never felt so good.
Heredia – Finca Rosa Blanca
Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation and Inn is an organic shade grown coffee plantation with a world class 13 room Inn located in the middle of lush colorful gardens framed by awe inspiring views of the Central Valley below. The recipient of numerous awards and accolades for its extraordinary quality and as a global leader in responsible tourism, Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation and Inn is the perfect choice for discerning and knowledgeable travelers who want to combine luxury with certified sustainability.
Villa Los Candiles
Villas Los Candiles Hotel is known for its beautiful Victorian style. This style of construction was brought by the first coffee exporters that were influenced by the wave of Victorian style of that time. The warmth and elegance of the building is complemented by the best, most comfortable and modern furnishings.
The hotel has 10 rooms in 4 different styles: Standard Room, Junior Suite, Executive Suite and Family Suite, all equipped with air conditioning and private bathroom.
In addition to being perfectly located in a quiet and safe area, the Hotel Villa Los Candiles is very close to the main business centers, hospitals and shopping centers.
Hotel Don Carlos
Located in the oldest historical section of San José,the ‘Four Star’ Hotel Don Carlos is a small, but significant part of Costa Rica’s rich heritage. The hotel is well known for its courteous English speaking service and thirty-three, comfortably appointed rooms. Best of all, it’s within minutes of downtown, the Zoo, thepre-Columbian Jade Museum, theNational Museum, theGold Museum, a variety of interesting and beautiful city parks and of course a wide selection of restaurants, casinos, nightlife and the spirit of San José.