Heredia Hotels

Hotel La Condesa

La Condesa is probably one of the most beautiful hotels in Costa Rica; it is located in the most magnificent setting in the mountains above Heredia on Monte de la Cruz. Surrounded by pine forests, colored with a multitude of birds and butterflies and with a breathtaking view that is like out of a dream, this well-guarded spot is only 25 minutes away from San Jose. With an altitude of 1737 the air is crisp and fresh, yet in the sun the temperature is really warm with an average of 20c.
La Condesa is a romantic spot that could also serve for a family retreat, business conference, honeymoon, or wedding. Whatever the circumstances, the Hotel La Condesa and its friendly trained professional staff offer complete satisfaction and their wish is to make your stay a memorable pleasant experience.
This 5-star hotel is built in a Mediterranean style and has a choice of rooms, suites and villas, to suit every need. The Rooms are elegant, comfortable and cozy, with a breathtaking view of the Central Valley, and with all amenities such as high speed wireless internet and cable TV, direct dial phone, a safety deposit box, a hair dryer, an ironing board and iron, a mini-bar and a coffee maker. The spacious modern bathrooms are all equipped with a tub.
The Standard Rooms are bigger and have 2 Queen sized beds and a desk. The Junior Suites have two stories, with a large pleasant living room downstairs furnished with a sofa bed, and upstairs you have the master bedroom, complete with an irresistible King sized bed and a full bathroom with a tub. The Executive Suite is split in 3 different areas, with the living room, which features a cozy fireplace, a balcony with a fantastic view of the Central Valley, and a huge main bedroom with a King sized bed and full bathroom. Finally the Presidential Suite has 3 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, 2 living rooms, a small office, a TV room with a fireplace, and 2 balconies offering you the view of your dreams. It is in the style of La Condesa, cozy, elegant, spacious, and infinitely comfortable.
Then we have the villas: Made entirely of pine wood, these provide the guests with unmatched tranquility and comfort. They offer the usual amenities, with cable TV, direct dial phone and they also include a fully equipped kitchenette, and a balcony. The Emperatriz Villa consists of 3 spacious bedrooms with a Queen sized bed in each. It has a fireplace for these cool evenings, a dining room, a fully equipped kitchen corner, a washer/dryer and it sleeps up to 8 people.
The Marquesa Villa is slightly smaller, fitting up to 6 people with 2 bedrooms with a Queen sized bed in each, plus a sofa bed in the living room. The Principe Villa fits up to 4 people, with a double bedroom and a sofa bed in the living room.
The Hotel Condesa also has an interesting choice of restaurants and bars, with the Patio Los Condes Restaurant, with buffet or a la carte national food. The Miramontes Restaurant offers gourmet food. Try the Lobby piano bar for a stylish evening, and La Cava del Conde Bar, with live music nightly.
The hotel also has a covered swimming pool and Jacuzzi, a sauna, a spa and a casino, a souvenir and convenience store and a conference center with a Hall & Events for banquets weddings and any type of business activity. Finally, if you are in a rush, well, try the helicopter!
Rates vary from $133.85 for a standard room, to $290.95 for the Emperatriz Suite. Packages start at $225.00
To reach La Condesa, go to the City of Heredia, from there follow the signs to San Rafael, and then on to Monte de la Cruz, the hotel is actually sign posted.