Though it may not look like much from the outside, this 80-room hotel in the center of bustling San José is becoming increasingly upscale. In fact, family owners are hoping it will become one of the more trendier options in town for short-term stays (leisure guests typically stay a night or two before heading off to other parts of Costa Rica). Rooms -- some quite small and others with a great deal of space -- are clean and contemporary with neutral decor, if not a little bland. Also in the works is an industrial-chic entrance and lobby, as well as a rooftop bar. (Renovations were occurring at time of photo shoot.) The all-day restaurant serves a free breakfast spread before turning á la carte. With steady Wi-Fi and meeting space, this is one of the better downtown options for business travelers.
Though it may not look like much from the outside, this 80-room hotel in the center of bustling San José is becoming increasingly upscale. In fact, family owners are hoping it will become one of the more trendier options in town for short-term stays (leisure guests typically stay a night or two before heading off to other parts of Costa Rica). Rooms -- some quite small and others with a great deal of space -- are clean and contemporary with neutral decor, if not a little bland. Also in the works is an industrial-chic entrance and lobby, as well as a rooftop bar. (Renovations were occurring at time of photo shoot.) The all-day restaurant serves a free breakfast spread before turning á la carte. With steady Wi-Fi and meeting space, this is one of the better downtown options for business travelers.
This 30-room hotel is hidden behind a simple exterior in bustling downtown San Jose. Features include an outdoor pool, small waterslide, and hot tub -- rare for a mid-range hotel of this size. Guests are more than likely to meet the hotel's namesake, owner William Thomas, an American who has added his personal touch throughout this neat historic property -- keep an eye out for those ornate floors and ceilings. Rooms have a traditional look and offer coffeemakers, mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and hanging plants; a few have private balconies. Most guests stay a night or two here while in transit. Breakfast is served daily, for free; Wi-Fi and parking are also free. Those who prefer a modern chain option could consider the Park Inn by Radisson San Jose.
This 30-room hotel is hidden behind a simple exterior in bustling downtown San Jose. Features include an outdoor pool, small waterslide, and hot tub -- rare for a mid-range hotel of this size. Guests are more than likely to meet the hotel's namesake, owner William Thomas, an American who has added his personal touch throughout this neat historic property -- keep an eye out for those ornate floors and ceilings. Rooms have a traditional look and offer coffeemakers, mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and hanging plants; a few have private balconies. Most guests stay a night or two here while in transit. Breakfast is served daily, for free; Wi-Fi and parking are also free. Those who prefer a modern chain option could consider the Park Inn by Radisson San Jose.