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This homey stone inn is surrounded by gardens that contain a hot tub, a mosaic-tile swim-
ming pool, a BBQ area and a sundeck with wi-fi. Fourteen rooms of various sizes have
king-size beds, comfy rocking chairs and folk-art accents. Five apartments come with fully
equipped kitchen. A generous Tico breakfast is served on the outdoor terrace. Weekly rates
are available.
Posada El Quijote
B&B
apt incl breakfast US$85/95/105/115; )
This Spanish-style hillside
posada
in Bello Horizonte rates as one of the area's top B&Bs.
Homey standard rooms have wood floors, throw rugs, cable TV and hot-water bathrooms;
superior and deluxe units have a patio or a private terrace. Guests are invited to take a nip
at the honor bar, then soak up sweeping Central Valley views on the patio.
Villa Escazú
B&B
This wooden chalet with wraparound veranda is surrounded by gardens and fruit trees. The
two quaint, wood-paneled rooms feature local artwork, comfy couches and a shared bath-
room. Breakfast is served on the outdoor balcony. A fully equipped studio and apartment
are also available (from US$250 per week). Two-night minimum stay; reserve well in ad-
vance. It's 900m west of Banco Nacional.
Casa de las Tías
B&B
124, junior ste US$124-135; )
In a quiet area of San Rafael, this yellow-and-turquoise Cape Cod-style house (complete
with picket fence) has five immaculate, individually decorated rooms, all with private
bathrooms. The house is adorned with crafts that friendly, helpful owners Xavier and Pilar
have picked up on their travels in Latin America, lending the place a cozy, intimate feel.
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