CasaLima B&B ExecutiveRoom#15 (With FreeBreakfast)

Nomadomia Rating: 3.95 stars

• Casa Lima is a great option for travelers who want a unique and relaxing experience in San Jose.
• The hostel is well-located, close to the airport and bus station, and has a quiet and safe neighborhood.
• Nelson and his staff are extremely friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to make guests feel welcome and comfortable.
• The hostel has a great courtyard garden area with a rainforest feel, which is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surroundings.
• While there may be some noise and parking challenges, the benefits of staying at Casa Lima far outweigh the drawbacks.

Good points:

• Clean and comfortable rooms
• Friendly and helpful staff, especially Nelson
• Beautiful and relaxing courtyard garden area with rainforest feel
• Delicious breakfast and food
• Great location, close to airport, bus station, and US embassy
• Quiet and safe neighborhood
• Good value for the price
• Accommodating hosts who go above and beyond to help guests

Bad points:

• Noise from cleaning room and other guests
• Parking can be a challenge (on the street)
• Some guests mentioned that the place is a bit strange with lots of plants, fish, and animal cages
• Limited English spoken by some staff members (although most reviews mention that the staff speaks excellent English)

Time trend:

• The majority of reviews are from 2016, with a few from 2015, 2017, and 2018. There are also a few recent reviews from 2022, 2023, and 2024.
• The reviews from 2016 and earlier mention more about the unique and quirky aspects of the hostel, such as the rainforest feel and the animal decor.
• The more recent reviews (2022 and later) focus more on the convenience and location of the hostel, as well as the friendly and helpful staff.