El Escondite meaning hide away, or hide out, nestled in the quiet hillside community of San Luis, Heredia, surrounded by fertile coffee plantations and lush green pastures only 15 minutes drive from the capital city of San José and conveniently close to the Atlantic highway, also 35 minutes to the airport.

One may still observe the oxen ploughing the fields and be awakened by the pleasant song of a variety of birds. A cosy 9 room bed and breakfast colonial-contemporary construction with all the comforts of modern life. Hot water, barbeque area – hammocks , etc. Full breakfast with Real Costa Rican coffee, fresh local bread, Gallo Pinto, eggs and lots of fresh fruits, overlooking the lush green mountains on the open porch will start your day.

So please contact us for many more details. Your hosts, a Costa Rican-English couple make your stay a most pleasant one. Most of our guests eventually become our friends!! We can also arrange tours or help you get on with your own plans. Pick up from/to airport (included with your stay).

Overnight stay* - $42 double occupancy; $35 single occupancy
*Includes breakfast. Also weekly/monthly rates available.