"This chalet is a hidden gem! The views are spectacular and the location is off the beaten path. You will have a chance to relax and unwind. Breakfast is brought to you in your unit and massages are available if desired. I’m so glad we had a chance to stay at HelveTico."
"This chalet is a hidden gem! The views are spectacular and the location is off the beaten path. You will have a chance to relax and unwind. Breakfast is brought to you in your unit and massages are available if desired. I’m so glad we had a chance to stay at HelveTico."
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
We drove to the hotel from San Jose airport. The road is good but lots of bends as you drive up towards Grecia. Our sat nav found it easily. It is in the countryside in a non touristy village (which added to its charm) and we were able to walk to the restaurants. There is a kitchen and dining area where you can get beer or wine and sit and chat to other people. You are surrounded by a lovely garden.
We drove to the hotel from San Jose airport. The road is good but lots of bends as you drive up towards Grecia. Our sat nav found it easily. It is in the countryside in a non touristy village (which added to its charm) and we were able to walk to the restaurants. There is a kitchen and dining area where you can get beer or wine and sit and chat to other people. You are surrounded by a lovely garden.
Chandy
Reviewed February 13, 2017Reviewed February 13, 2017
One of the most amazing hotels - unique and beautiful. The staff go beyond to make your stay pleasant, the rooms are incredible. Being able to sleep at the foot of a vulcano in the midst of an animal sanctuary is a dream. Only down side is the a la carte breakfast which considering it was more than $65 for three could have been improved.
One of the most amazing hotels - unique and beautiful. The staff go beyond to make your stay pleasant, the rooms are incredible. Being able to sleep at the foot of a vulcano in the midst of an animal sanctuary is a dream. Only down side is the a la carte breakfast which considering it was more than $65 for three could have been improved.
Gaia
Reviewed January 13, 2022Reviewed January 13, 2022
Lovely boutique-style built run hotel. Everything is exactly as described and pictured. We only stayed a night to break a long journey prior to flying out of SJO the following afternoon, but there's plenty to do in the area and it would make a great base if staying a little longer. Very comfortable beds, it was one of our best nights sleep of our trip! We had dinner in Alajuela, about 10 mins drive away with loads of choice, and went back to the town to kill a couple of hours the next day...
Lovely boutique-style built run hotel. Everything is exactly as described and pictured. We only stayed a night to break a long journey prior to flying out of SJO the following afternoon, but there's plenty to do in the area and it would make a great base if staying a little longer. Very comfortable beds, it was one of our best nights sleep of our trip! We had dinner in Alajuela, about 10 mins drive away with loads of choice, and went back to the town to kill a couple of hours the next day...
RICHARD
Reviewed February 28, 2022Reviewed February 28, 2022
Perfect first night hotel after a long flight. The hotel arranged an airport pick up for us. The room was very comfortable. All the staff were friendly & helpful. Food at the restaurant was great and reasonably priced. Would definitely stay here again.
Perfect first night hotel after a long flight. The hotel arranged an airport pick up for us. The room was very comfortable. All the staff were friendly & helpful. Food at the restaurant was great and reasonably priced. Would definitely stay here again.
I had an excellent stay at the Canal Grande Lodge. The staff were wonderful, really friendly and helpful and the hotel was spotless with large spacious rooms. It also had a lovely outdoor space with a pool and amazing views. A good option for those who are looking to stay close to San Jose airport but away from the busy streets of San Jose.
I had an excellent stay at the Canal Grande Lodge. The staff were wonderful, really friendly and helpful and the hotel was spotless with large spacious rooms. It also had a lovely outdoor space with a pool and amazing views. A good option for those who are looking to stay close to San Jose airport but away from the busy streets of San Jose.
A friendly welcome and very helpful staff. Super clean and quiet room with comfortable beds and nice garden area. Beautiful gardens and delightful area for a wonderful breakfast.
A friendly welcome and very helpful staff. Super clean and quiet room with comfortable beds and nice garden area. Beautiful gardens and delightful area for a wonderful breakfast.
Brenda
Reviewed February 19, 2024Reviewed February 19, 2024
Very clean, located close to airport and city mall is walking distance with food options. Cozy rooms, adequate parking if you rented a car. Helpful staff.
Very clean, located close to airport and city mall is walking distance with food options. Cozy rooms, adequate parking if you rented a car. Helpful staff.
Tajmarone
Reviewed October 29, 2026Reviewed October 29, 2026
Great location close to airport but you do get plane and some outside noise. Staff was great, room was good size, clean and functional. Breakfast was ok, not great as hot food variety was limited. But that’s nothing unusual. Overall enjoyed the stay and would recommend for anyone looking for a reasonable functional hotel close to airport.
Great location close to airport but you do get plane and some outside noise. Staff was great, room was good size, clean and functional. Breakfast was ok, not great as hot food variety was limited. But that’s nothing unusual. Overall enjoyed the stay and would recommend for anyone looking for a reasonable functional hotel close to airport.