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Vibrant and packed with Victorian mansions, Costa Rica's rowdy, bustling capital was built on the profits of the coffee trade and working "golden bean" plantations still surround the city. Try... more » Vibrant and packed with Victorian mansions, Costa Rica's rowdy, bustling capital was built on the profits of the coffee trade and working "golden bean" plantations still surround the city. Try freshly roasted local beans at Mercado Central. For shinier gold, visit the Museo del Oro. Many renovated landmarks now house stylish hotels. Usually viewed as a hub, rather than a destination, nightlife is concentrated in Spanish village-inspired El Pueblo. Don't miss the elegant 1897 National Theater. « less

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“An average hotel which needs to be revamped”

Gran Hotel Costa Rica

3 of 5 stars
Mindenhof
Reading, UK
Sep 1, 2008

I stayed at the Gran Hotel for a couple of nights and the beginning and end of a tour of Costa Rica. The hotel itself is in a good location being at the heart of San Jose (not that there is a lot to...more

“Good Location, Secure, Friendly Staff”

Britannia Hotel

4 of 5 stars
SanDiegoNick
San Diego, California
Aug 31, 2008

I liked this location a lot because I could walk to many of the central San Jose parks, museums, and shopping areas in 10 to 15 minutes. There are unique features to this property that gives you a...more

“One night is too much”

Casa Yoses Hostel

1 of 5 stars
Holland_NL
Amsterdam
Aug 30, 2008

After one night we decided to go and look for a better option. Not only was it very noisy, the walls also had various blood spots from killing mosquitos. The room as well as private bathroom were...more

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