Hotel Don Ernesto By La Chimba - San Jose (San Jose)

$$$$||View on mapSan Jose (San Jose), Costa RicaCalle La Chimba 1.7 Kms Al Sur Del Abastecedor Rio Oro, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10904|
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Hotel Don Ernesto By La Chimba - San Jose (San Jose)
Calle La Chimba 1.7 Kms Al Sur Del Abastecedor Rio Oro, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10904·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi9.0
Location8.7
Comfort8.6
Staff8.4
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.8
Breakfast7.5
Who stays here
Couples51%
Families24%
Solo16%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi9.0
Location8.7
Comfort8.6
Staff8.4
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.8
Breakfast7.5
Who stays here
Couples51%
Families24%
Solo16%
Groups9%

Hotel Don Ernesto By La Chimba offers a 200 acre coffee plantation retreat in the mountains above San Jose.

Grounds and Amenities

The hotel occupies 200 acres of a working coffee plantation, surrounded by lush tropical gardens. An outdoor swimming pool with a view overlooks the valley, and a full-service spa provides massage and wellness packages. The on-site Mantra trail offers hiking through the plantation, and the grounds include a picnic area and sun terrace.

Accommodations

Rooms at Don Ernesto are individually decorated with garden views and patios, including family rooms and a panoramic room with mountain views. Each room features a private bathroom and balcony, with some offering claw-foot tubs. The property also has a library with historical exhibits on Costa Rica's railroad and coffee heritage.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves local Costa Rican cuisine for lunch and dinner, with a bar called El Gato offering cocktails. A complimentary continental breakfast is included, featuring local specialties, pancakes, and fresh fruit. The coffee house on site offers plantation-grown coffee, and room service is available.

Wellness and Activities

The full-service spa at La Chimba San Jose offers various massages, including back, foot, full body, and head massages, along with spa packages. Guests can join guided walking tours or tours about local culture, and hike the Mantra trail on the property. The spa also has a relaxation area and sun loungers by the pool.

Location and Services

Hotel Don Ernesto is 8 miles from Juan Santamaría International Airport and near attractions like Parque Viva and Poás National Park. The property is pet-friendly, has 24-hour security, and offers concierge and tour desk services. Currency exchange and meeting facilities are available for business travelers.

  • Location: 8 miles from airport, on a 200 acre coffee plantation
  • Rooms: Individually decorated with patios and garden views
  • Dining: Complimentary continental breakfast and bar El Gato
  • Wellness: Full-service spa with massages and hiking trails
  • Pets: Pet-friendly policy
  • Activities: Mantra trail and cultural tours
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-22:00
from 06:00-12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 10.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:19
Former name
exclusive hotel don ernesto mantra trail 5k 9k
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Villa
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Standard Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed2 King Size Beds1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Back massage

Head massage

Full body massage

Spa & wellness center

Kitchen facilities

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Public Bath
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Garden view
  • Mountain view

Room features

  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Hotel Don Ernesto By La Chimba

💵 Lowest room price 87 US$
📏 Distance to center 7.8 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 11.2 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Juan Santamaria International, SJO

Location

Calle La Chimba 1.7 Kms Al Sur Del Abastecedor Rio Oro, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10904
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Calle La Chimba 1.7 Kms Al Sur Del Abastecedor Rio Oro, San Jose (San Jose), Costa Rica, 10904
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Hacienda La Chimba
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