Built in 1920, first Bed and Breakfast of the capital of Costa Rica, San Jose, it was once home and art gallery to a bevy of local and expatriate artists, including Otto Apuy, Diedre Hyde, and Guillermo Conte, as well as other poets, writers and filmmakers, a place where artists and authors gathered together in its past time.

With its handcrafted classic wood frame structure of the entrance and the interior design like colonial style mosaic tile floor of early 19th century, you can see the traces of Costa Rican history and art trough the building.

The Hotel
We are a 14 rooms B&B, 12 private rooms and 2 dorms, we always need 2 volunteers for front desk all year.

Our Location
The hotel is located at downtown San Jose, about 30 minutes from the San Jose International airport, surrounded by great variety of fine restaurants, main bus stations, grocery stores, 3-5 minutes walking distance. We are recommened by mayor travel guides, Lonely Planet,Frommers, Fordor, Moon Book, Let’s go. If you are looking for budget and comfort stay, we are your great choice in downtown San Jose.

Rates:

Single Room: Celling Fan, Closet, Desk 1 Queen Bed, shared bath $27
Double Room: Celling Fan, Closet, Desk 1 Queen bed or 2 Twins shared bath $33
Triple Room: Celling Fan, Closet, Desk 1 Queen Bed or 1 Queen 2 Twins shared bath $38
Quad Room: Celling Fan, Closet, Desk 1 Queen bed or 1 Queen 3 Twins shared bath $48

Deluxe Single Ensuite: 1 King bed, celling fan, cable tv, bathroom with shower $38
Deluxe Double Ensuite: 1 King bed, celling fan, cable tv, bathroom with shower $43
Deluxe Triple Ensuite : 1 King bed, 1 twin bed, fan, tv, bathroom with shower $53