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The Alta Hotel, San José
The Alta Hotel, San José
Deluxe Room, The Alta Hotel, San José

The Alta Hotel

San José & Central Valley, Costa Rica

The Alta Hotel

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This boutique property is located approximately 20 minutes from the international airport and the hustle and bustle of downtown San José.

The hotel is nestled in the mountains above the city offering good views from all of the 23 comfortably-furnished and cosy rooms, though some lack much natural light.

There is a wide range of facilities offered within the grounds including a glass tiled swimming pool, Jacuzzi, exercise room and massage service. The property is surrounded by lush tropical gardens making your stay feel remote whilst still in touch with Costa Rica's capital city.

OUR RATING: Medium

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    Pool at The Alta Hotel, San José
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    The Alta Hotel, San José
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    Lobby at The Alta Hotel, San José
  • Deluxe Room, The Alta Hotel, San José
    Deluxe Room, The Alta Hotel, San José

Tour ideas in San José & Central Valley

Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at The Alta Hotel as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.

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    Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.

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    Experiences while staying here

    The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.

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      Café Britt Coffee Excursion

      Café Britt Coffee Excursion

      Traditionally dressed guides will take you on an interactive tour around the six acres of coffee fields, tropical gardens and coffee processing facilities. The volcanic views from the plantation are spectacular along with those of the Central Valley.

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    • Pacuare River Rafting
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      Pacuare River Rafting

      Pacuare River Rafting

      This heart-thumping trip takes you along the Pacuare River's grade III and IV rapids, which wind their way through stunning virgin rainforest where a huge diversity of animals, birds and butterflies can be seen along the river's edge.

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    • Rain Forest Aerial Tram
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      Rain Forest Aerial Tram

      Rain Forest Aerial Tram

      The 2.6 km long ride lasts about 90 minutes and takes you on a fascinating journey through the canopy which is one of the most biologically diverse rainforests in Costa Rica.

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