Alta Las Palomas Hotel

Hotels
Independent
9 (413 reviews)
Alto de las Palomas, Santa Ana, San Jose, 10901 , Santa Ana , CR

Facilities

Front entrance ramp
Proposal/romance packages available
Free WiFi
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful property
Cons:
Issues with room quality
Restaurant pricing

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Reviews mention cleanliness as good, with some minor concerns.
Service
10
Many reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.5
Positive remarks about the peaceful setting and good location.
Room Quality
8
Several issues mentioned, including uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
9
Facilities noted positively, with some minor issues.
Value for Money
8.5
Value considered reasonable but with some expensive dining options.
Food and Beverage
9
Overall good food experience highlighted in multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
9.5
Generally very positive reviews with enjoyment of the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 03:19

Property Description

Experience luxury and tranquility at Alta Las Palomas Hotel, where Art Deco elegance meets modern comforts.

Recreational Paradise
Unwind in our stunning outdoor pool or pamper yourself in the sauna, providing the perfect retreat after a day of exploration.

Exquisite Dining
Savor Mediterranean cuisine at La Luz + Bar, our seasonal poolside restaurant. Enjoy a delightful meal with garden views while sipping refreshing drinks or dining al fresco.

Comforting Accommodations
Retreat to one of our 23 beautifully designed air-conditioned rooms, featuring plush pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, rainfall showers, and complimentary Wi-Fi for your convenience.

Don’t miss out on the chance to indulge in an unforgettable stay—book your room at Alta Las Palomas Hotel today!

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    LGBTQ friendly

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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 413 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.5
E
Egerstrom couple us
7
Not a luxury stay. Poor value for what you get. Excellent location and beautiful building though!
Pros:

The location is excellent and the building is beautiful.

Cons:

Hallways poorly illuminated and decorated, felt like I was going down into a dungeon. Pillows are of poor quality. Furniture was stained or peeling. Showerhead looked like it was falling off.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
E
egaroundtheworld couple fr
10
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
F
Fran couple cr
7
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
W
Wisi01 solo_traveller de
9
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Karinna Hurtado solo_traveller cr
10
Pros:

Todo fue increíble. La coordinadora de eventos Andrea hizo un excelente trabajo. La propuesta fue demasiado detallada y bonita. El personal muy atento

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
M
Marcela couple cr
10
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
T
Tibor couple ca
10
Pros:

Beautiful architecture and landscaping. Very quiet

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
E
Eric couple cr
10
great value
Pros:

amazing room with a great view...!

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
M
MARIA couple be
8
2026-05-13 via Nuitee
A
Andrés couple cr
10
Excelente estadia
Pros:

La habitación es muy comoda y la atención del personal fue excelente. Disfrutamos mucho el desayuno.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
R
Roxana couple cr
9
Pros:

view

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Natalie couple us
9
Wonderful stay
Pros:

Stayed for one night before travelling onwards. Beautiful, unusual architecture. Comfortable bed, great breakfast. Our waiter at breakfast was very attentive.

Cons:

All great

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Nick couple gb
9
A Little gem set in the hills above San Jose
Pros:

Part of the small luxury hotels of the world collection this is a little gem that deserves its place in these ranks; stellar location sitting above the San Jose valley in Escazu, one of the cities coolest suburbs. Not that you need to leave the hotel; you can enjoy a cool beer by the gorgeous pool, dine in comfort in the prime spot restaurant. We loved our overnight here at the start of a Costa Rica 🇨🇷 Grand Tour.

Cons:

Little slow over dinner service, but we were a little jet lagged also….

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Raluca family_with_children fr
10
Cute boutique hotel
Pros:

Very nice and elegant hotel, rooms a little dated but very clean and comfortable.
The gardens are quiet, full of greens and the pool is charming.
Close enough to the airport (of course, depending on the traffic, it can be between 20 and 60 minutes).
The restaurant is good and the food excellent.
The personnel is also very nice.

Cons:

It’s charm

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
J
Jenia couple il
10
Charming hotel
Pros:

Beautiful hotel is a beautiful building, not new but it gives a special charm. Convenient stay for the airport, friendly staff

Cons:

Breakfast options are limited

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
J
jean-Christophe couple fr
9
Pros:

Old fashion hotel with great accommodations
Good food great staff
What else ?

Cons:

Need a car or taxi but worth the location
They provide taxi or pick up so …

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
C
Centeno solo_traveller cr
10
Muy recomendado
Pros:

La amabilidad del personal

Cons:

Todo bien

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Wieke couple nl
8
Heerlijk verblijf in uniek hotel
Pros:

Gebouw lijkt wel een kasteel, mooi uitzicht en mooie kamers

Cons:

Geen koelkast op de kamer, duur restaurant

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Andy solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

I liked the location compared to downtown San Jose, it was much cleaner

Cons:

The hotel was very dark and I was supposed to get a balcony with a view but only got a basement room that looked out to concrete

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
S
Stefan family_with_children de
8
Für uns war ein überaus gelungener Einstieg unserer Costa-Rica-reise
Pros:

Sehr schönes Boutique-Hotel mit einem überaus freundlichen und hilfsbereitem Personal, außergewöhnlichem Interieur und sehr guter Küche bei Frühstück und Abendessen.

Cons:

Vom Flughafen SJO benötigt man mit dem Auto je nach Verkehrslage etwas 30 bis 40 Minuten, was bei Nutzung direkt nach dem Hinflug eine kleine Hürde darstellt

2026-04-15 via Nuitee