Costa Rica

Villas Palmas

San Jose, Costa Rica

An urban resort used as a base for eco-touring the country.

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Outside of the Costa Rica resort.
Cost Rica resort courtyard.
Costa Rica resort pool area.

Location Information:

For complimentary pick-up from the airport to the resort and more information on Costa Rica and the tours available please call Mark Ayala at Sol Tropical directly at 1-800-469-6027 or (506) 22-96-7464. You may also reach Sol Tropical at: info@soltropical.com.

$100.00US cash upon check-in.

200 Metres East, 100 Metres South, Holiday Inn, San Jose
La Uruca, Costa Rica

(506) 2220-2528 (Please confirm international code from your local operator)

San Jose International (12 km West)

4.5 km East to city center

Sunday 4pm – 10:00 am

  • 3 Bedroom / sleeps 8
  • 2 Bedroom / sleeps 6

Overview

Villas Palmas is a charming collection of two-level condominiums arranged in a rectangular layout around a central courtyard, offering a comfortable and practical home base in the heart of Costa Rica.

The units are spacious and well-equipped. On the main level, each unit features a separate living room, dining area, kitchen, powder room, and an atrium space. The second level includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms (a 4-piece main and a 3-piece secondary bathroom), a TV area, and a private balcony.

These three-bedroom units accommodate up to 8 guests, with a combination of queen (main bedroom), double (2nd bedroom), twin beds (3rd bedroom), along with a pull-out or futon sofa.

A two-bedroom option is also available, located on the second floor. This unit includes one bathroom (shower only), and a powder room, and accommodates up to 6 guests with queen (main) and twin beds (2nd bedroom) plus a pull-out sofa.

All units feature tile and terrazzo flooring and are strictly non-smoking. Pets are not permitted.

  • Living Dining area. Table and 6 chairs and a sectional sofa.
    Spacious 3 bedroom units. Enjoy eating in the dining room or experience a specialty meal at one of the near-by restaurants. Satellite TV available in units. Wifi is available on site at no charge.
  • Master bathroom with arched window.
    Large Private Master Bathroom in 3 bedroom units.
  • Outside area with hammock.
    The temperature is an average 72 degrees Fahrenheit; just right for enjoying a walk through the City of San Jose. Or, enjoy a lounge in your hammock.
  • Bedroom with twin beds.
    3 Bedroom units sleep 8: Master Bedroom (Queen bed) with private bathroom. 2nd Bedroom (double bed). 3rd bedroom (2 twin beds). Sleeper sofa (double). Units are 2 levels with all bedrooms upstairs and a bathroom on the second level. Main floor includes, living room, dining room, kitchen and two piece bathroom. The 2 bedroom unit sleeps 6 include 1.5 bathrooms, kitchen, living room and dining room. This unit has one flight of stairs leading to the unit, but unit is all one level.
  • Bird of Paradise flower in bloom.
    Explore the Tropical Paradise of Costa Rica. Beautiful Gardens, Butterfly farms, Coffee Plantations, White water rafting, Volcanoes, Rain Forest, Hot Springs, City life, Casinos and so much more.
  • Waterfall in jungle setting.
    Costa Rica has some of the most Amazing Waterfalls in the world.

Location & Experience

The resort is centrally located in San José, the capital of Costa Rica, approximately two hours from the Pacific coast.

Villas Palmas is a small, urban resort with limited on-site amenities, including a modest, unheated swimming pool. Most guests use the property as a convenient home base for exploring the country, with daily tours typically departing early in the morning and returning in the late afternoon or early evening.

Please note:

  • The resort offers minimal additional amenities
  • Costa Rica is a Spanish-speaking country, and English may be limited at the resort
  • Due to elevation changes, guests are advised to consult a healthcare professional prior to travel if they have concerns
  • Villas Palmas is ideal for travelers looking for a comfortable, centrally located base from which to experience the natural beauty and adventures of Costa Rica.

Amenities

On Site

  • TV (cable & satellite reception)
  • Small unheated pool for a quick dip after a day of sight-seeing
  • Tour Operator on Site – Rain Forest, Volcano, Hot Springs, White Water Rafting & Deep-Sea Fishing and much more. Call 1-800-469-6027.
  • Car Rental
  • Main office
  • Wi-Fi (free)
  • Security 24 hours (Gate Controlled)

Near By

  • Casino
  • Restaurants
  • Live Entertainment
  • Shopping
  • Snack Bar
  • Laundry
  • Playground
  • Horseback – 3.5 km
  • Hospitals – 1.0 km
  • Downtown – 4.5 km

To Help You Further:

  • Entry Requirements: Check with your travel agent for up-to-date requirements and country exit fees.
  • Language: Spanish (English is widely Spoken)
  • Climate: Average 72 degrees F spring-like year-round in San Jose and Central Valley. Averages 70’s – 90’s islands and coastal beaches
  • Currency: Colonie; floating exchange rate – US$ also accepted.
  • Shopping: Handicrafts, coffee, wooden carvings, jewelry, etc.
  • Time: Central Standard
  • Transportation: Efficient buses, taxis, Uber, car rental available (valid credit card & drivers license is necessary).

Outstanding Experiences

San Jose is located in the middle of the country, not more than two hours in either direction from the coast. The city is located in the province of the same name, high in the central plain with its temperatures averaging in the mid 70’s F. all year around! It is known as the city of eternal spring.

Let our tour operator, Sol Tropical, meet you at the airport and take you directly to the resort. The staff at Sol Tropical can assist you in arranging all your sight seeing needs whether it be a day of local shopping or an excursion to the coast. There are art galleries, museums, great restaurants and architectural masterpieces.

Costa Rica is an army-free democratic republic known as the “Switzerland” of Central and South America. Their colleges and universities have produced a skilled and well-educated work force, and the country boasts a 95% literacy rate. Costa Ricans are proud of their education and their tradition of non-violence. Expect world-class health care and a hygienic city. Drinking water is safe in major cities, however, bottled water is available throughout the country.

Here are a few of San Jose’s attractions:

  1. The Outdoor Market: A large area beside the Grand Hotel full of local wares. Don’t miss this as it is a great place to purchase souvenirs.
  2. The gold Museum: A good place to start as it is close to the Grand Hotel (4 km from our resort).
  3. The Jade Museum: Simply outstanding.
  4. The Art Gallery: Located in the old airport terminal (now downtown)
  5. The National Theatre: An architectural masterpiece based on the Paris Opera House (nearby is an all-metal elementary school)
  6. The National Museum of Costa Rica: Noted for its gold coin collection, insect collection, historical artifacts, furniture and early Native pottery, some of which dates before 800 AD.

Check with our Tour Operator to see what theatre attractions are available and where the interesting shopping plazas are located.

The carefully preserved Eden known as Costa Rica lies between the crystal blue Caribbean and the azure waves of the Pacific Ocean. In between are volcanoes, natural parks, biological reserves and rain forests all packed into some 20,000 square miles. The dramatic change in temperature occurs when you leave the Central Valley at 1200m. (3800 feet) and pass through the misty highlands on twisty roads descending into coastal areas where temperature can soar above 80- 90-degrees F.

If you are planning to go on a rainforest or volcano tour take warm protective clothing. On the coast heat exhaustion is easily avoided with good planning and plenty of bottled water. Don’t forget to always take a sun blocker and a hat.

There are a variety of spectacular tours available. When you arrive at Villas Palmas, a tour guide will meet you and recommend certain trips. Monday mornings the tour operator hosts a breakfast and will be able to assist you in all your touring needs. The tours leave from the immediate vicinity and are very popular so book early.

  1. Tortuga Island Tour : a day cruise to a heavenly beach on an island – one of the finest experiences
  2. Sarchi Oxcart Factory: visit the famous Poas Volcano and a nearby factory which is famous for its wood products.
  3. Carara Biological Reserve and Jaco Beach (macaws, sloth’s, monkeys etc.)
  4. The Manuel Antonio National Park: crystal clear waters, fauna and flora of note (109 species of mammals, 84 species of birds)
  5. Coffee Plantation Tour
  6. River Rafting
  7. Rain Forests/Cloud Forests
  8. Volcanos, Hot Springs
  9. Butterfly Sanctuary
  10. And Many More

Additional Information

Trip Advisor award-winning Sol Tropical Tours. Specialists for Costa Rica!

Contact

Sol Tropical Tel: +506 8826-4253 OR +1800-469-6027

Email: info@soltropical.com

Website: soltropical.com

WhatsApp: +506 8449-3001