HOTEL LA AMISTAD, San Jose (San Jose) – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Hotel La Amistad is a fully renovated 1920s mansion with rooms featuring queen or king size memory foam beds, 30-inch flat-screen TVs, and mini refrigerators. The suites include king beds and two-person, 28-jet Jacuzzis. Six penthouses are available, four with Jacuzzis and dry saunas. Penthouse 311 has a full kitchen and bar, while the top-floor penthouse offers a balcony with views of San Jose and the Central Valley.
Dining & Drinks
The hotel serves an American breakfast daily with eggs, pancakes, fruit, and local breads. The bar offers beer, wine, well drinks, and 50% off top-shelf liquor. Hotel La Amistad's restaurant closes annually on April 12th for Easter break.
Adventure Tours
Guests can book a one-day catamaran cruise from Puntarenas to see dolphins, sea turtles, and tropical dry forests. Other options include bungee jumping at the 265-foot Old Colorado River Bridge, ATV tours on 60,000 acres of private land, and zip-lining at Jaco Beach. Private van tours to Volcan Arenal, sport fishing at Herradura Beach, and coffee plantation visits are also available.
Location & Transport
The hotel is 15 km from Tobías Bolaños International Airport. Nearby landmarks include the National Theatre of Costa Rica (1.5 km), Plaza de la Libertad Electoral (0.5 km), and the Jade Museum (1 km). City tours cover the Central Market, US Embassy, and Sabana Park.
Hotel Services
Free Wi-Fi, laundry service, and long-distance calls are included. The 24-hour front desk provides concierge assistance. Business facilities include fax and photocopying services. Tours and transportation can be arranged through the hotel.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Adults only
- Luggage storage
Sports & Fitness
- Horseback riding
- Golf course
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock