Alta Las Palomas Hotel – San Jose, Costa Rica
The Alta Las Palomas Hotel in San Jose, Costa Rica, basks in the high life, literally.
Clinging to the hills of Alto de las Palomas in the western part of San Jose (between the cities of Escazu and Santa Ana), Hotel Alta presides above Costa Rica’s central valley overlooking the sprawling mountains and volcanoes beyond.
Upscale and sophisticated, Alta’s terracotta roofs and tall ceilings lend it a timeless European village charm, while La Luz Restaurant and Bar provides a relaxed setting for soaking up the views. The hotel is equally suited for honeymoons, romantic getaways, business meetings and quiet reflection after your Costa Rican adventures. The bustle of city life below remains reassuringly in reach.
Nowhere is bedding down for the night taken more seriously. The environment is set with handcrafted furnishings, atmospheric pendant lamps, fresh flowers, soothing color schemes, and leather chairs you just want to sink into.
Fascinating 1920s black and white photographs are standard features throughout the 23 rooms and suites.
La luz Restaurant and Bar combines Mediterranean cuisine specialties with Costa Rican tropical fresh produce direct from our Passghaleh farm, in Salitral – 7 km from the hotel.
Indulge your senses in an exquisite culinary experience, rated by Trip Advisor as one of the best restaurants in San Jose. La Luz and Café de Verano serve breakfast, lunch, afternoon tapas & dinner. The Alta Las Palomas Hotel serves food & beverages al fresco by the pool.
Private balconies lead you to an exotic garden scene, or if staying in the Master Suite, the forest-covered mountains and volcanoes beyond Valle del Sol (with a glimpse of the Pacific if you’re lucky).
Local organic farmers supply the ingredients for La Luz Restaurant and Bar whose menus feature international, local and Mediterranean flavors. it’s quickly gaining recognition as a major player in the San José dining scene.
Hotel Alta las Palomas is certified by the Rainforest Alliance.
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