Located near the heart of Escazu, Hotel Dream House offers a quiet retreat with continental breakfast in garden surroundings. Guests can refresh in the outdoor or children's pool, connect with in-room WiFi, and use practical services like dry cleaning and an area shuttle.
San Rafael is home to Hotel Dream House Escazu. Children's Museum and Cariari Bowling Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sabana Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park. La Salle Natural Science Museum and Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle are also worth visiting. Visit our San Rafael travel guide
From Los Anonos bridge, 100 West, 575 South, San Rafael de Escazu, San Rafael, 1000
What's nearby
Sabana Park
4 min drive - 2.2 miles
Escazú Village
17 min walk - 0.9 miles
La Salle Natural Science Museum
4 min drive - 2.2 miles
Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
5 min drive - 1.8 miles
U.S. Embassy San José
5 min drive - 2.0 miles
Getting around
Jacks Station
6 min drive
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
28 min drive
Restaurants
ChuBBs Bar
14 min walk
McDonald's
15 min walk
Taco Bell
14 min walk
La Cascada
15 min walk
Pizza Hut
18 min walk
About this property
Hotel Dream House Escazu
Hotel near Sabana Park
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Hotel Dream House Escazu. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool
Free self-parking
A local area shuttle, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
Luggage storage and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Dream House Escazu include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
Things to do
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Children's pool
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
More
2 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Ceiling fan
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Property is also known as
Dream House Escazu Hotel
Dream House Hotel
Dream House
Hotel Dream House Escazu Hotel
Hotel Dream House Escazu San Rafael
Hotel Dream House Escazu Hotel San Rafael
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Dream House Escazu have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Is Hotel Dream House Escazu pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Dream House Escazu?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Dream House Escazu?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Hotel Dream House Escazu?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Hotel Dream House Escazu located?
Situated in San Rafael, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Escazú Village, U.S. Embassy San José and La Salle Natural Science Museum. Hospital Cima San José and Avenida Escazú Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km). Jacks Station is 29 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Dream House Escazu Reviews
7.2
Good
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The rooms are small perfect for a couple. Very cozy the parking is inside the gate. Breakfast was delicious. Clean and friendly. Would definitely stay there again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
17 Feb 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This property is a great alternative to local hotels.
La experiencia fue bastante sin gracia. El rótulo del hotel es muy difícil de ver, no aceptan tarjeta de crédito, ninguna tarjeta solo efectivo, en la página dice que tiene piscina y cuando fui, no tenía ni agua, y es demasiado demasiado pequeña, el desayuno estuvo normal, nada espectacular pero no ofrecían más bebidas que no fueran café o té, la habitación estaba bien, relativamente cerca de otros lugares para ir a comer, pero el paqueo es super incómodo (ya que no hay).
The reserved room was delivered to another guest, the hotel needs to take care of details of maintenance and amenities. They do not accept payment by credit card and do not deliver receipt of payment
Pros:
-Very clean
-Helpful staff
-Quiet at night
-comfortable bed
-Good homemade complimentary breakfast
-Google maps will get you there by hotel name
-friendly beagles
Cons:
-expensive
-slow WiFi
-Inconvenient location
-not every room has a fridge
-shower was terrible in my standard single room. The curtain was not water proof. It was extremely small. Nozzle position was not adjustable, and was falling off the wall (sprayed me face and all over the room the first time I turned it on). The drain barely worked.
-The listing didn’t mention its many (and sometimes silly) rules, including no alcohol on the premise.
-listing didn’t mention that they only accept cash or paypal
-no access to kitchen
-not a friendly or communal vibe
-while its in a nice neighborhood, the streets were pretty busy and often lacked sidewalks
We traveled 2 . 5 hours to get there, only to be told that one of the two rooms we had rented was NOT available anymore.
What good does it do to make reservations if the hotel gives your room away to someone else?
Un poco difícil para llegar ya que no hay una rotulación adecuada, es muy pequeño el rótulo que tienen.
Por todo lo demás el excelente, muy limpio, la habitación muy cómoda, tranquilo, el personal amable.
Lástima que no andaba con mucho tiempo para haberme quedado más y disfrutar.
Arely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified
4/10 Poor
Ignacio Brenes
14 Sept 2017
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
They take no credit/debit cards
I arrived at the hotel, and although this app says that it accepts cards, the hotel only accept cash. I had to pay in cash, now I am scared I might get double charged (card stored in this app + the cash I paid)
No es posible que en estas fechas reciban sólo el pago en efectivo y en especial si no lo indican a la hora de hacer la reservación, deben corregirlo porque pueden hacer que alguna persona la pase muy mal si no tiene el efectivo a la mano. Muy mal. La atención de las personas fue muy amable, es una casa grande a la que ya se le ve el deterioro de los años en especial en las zonas externas, el lugar es agradable por dentro y la habitación espaciosa.
By far the worst hotel experience of my life, as I arrived to check in with my boyfriend we tried to pay with a credit card and found out this to be the only hotel nowadays that doesn't take credit cards. We had to go out in the rain to find the nearest ATM...came back pay the room, the hotel owner didn't have change(how is it possible for a hotel that only charges in cash, to not have change???) So we told the owner to give us the change in the morning.
A friend of mine had to come to the hotel, the we will go out, we asked the owner if there was an the extra charge and advise him that she was not staying... He responded there is no extra charge if she is not staying, cool.
At 22:45 someone knocked on my door... Again the owner, just to tell me that we need to turn off the TV(the TV was at the normal volume) it's fine we turn the TV off.
At 23:30 the owner knocked again to say that my friend had to leave, my friend left... But what's funny is that while doing the check out, the owner charged us for an extra person that he personally kicked out of the hotel...I'm speechless, I will never go back there or will recommend this hotel.
Good for a two day stay. Family run business. Full breakfast included. Fine menu choice. The room was very clean and neat. Room Wi- Fi was available. Good security for car (locked area) . Residential street with some traffic noise. Great price.
It all started when I arrived to the hotel and it was CLOSED I arrived shortly after the check-in time, I had to wait outside for a really long time until I finally was able to contact them and they said someone would arrive in about 20 min! The hotel is located on a steep hill within a residential area and although restaurants are relatively close, they are not precisely at a walking distance and not easily found in the maze like location. I went to for a coffee and when I finally came back the woman at the front desk, the owner, was just appallingly disrespectful, because I said she could be more empathetic for the whole closed hotel situation. That is really the least one could expect. She had an overall condescending attitude and even suggested I should leave! (I was not even requesting any sort of economic compensation, not that this would have mattered). Unfortunately I was so exhausted and had no way to communicate with my boyfriend who was coming later that night so I had to stay. Overall the rooms were ok, but I truly wouldn't recommend this place
The Deam House is beautiful and well located close to the biggest shopping mall in San Jose, and very close to the city center. The room was beautifully decorated and furnished, the lobby is amazing and very welcoming, the owners are nice and pleasant people, the breakfast was very good.
A little tough to find (small sign at the driveway) but ring the bell and the gate slides open to reveal a charming, breezy, clean and pretty hotel. Our room had a huge balcony with several lounge chairs and small table. Inside, we had a spacious room with a refrigerator, wardrobe, desk, side table and very comfortable bed.
Shannon
Verified
6/10 Okay
Maria
1 Mar 2017
el desayuno es rico, los dueños son muy buenas per
Fueron 3 dias de trabajo, en el hotel solo estube en las noches para dormir.
Despite a mandatory, rush hour cab rate from the airport ($39), Dream House has its positive's, the least of which is Renzo's helpfulness. Renzo is a new owner (August) intent on making improvements, (bathroom mirrors were installed during my stay.) The site, a relatively quiet, upscale neighborhood of San Jose. Unfortunately, an $8-$10 cab ride to and from Centro. There are two good restaurants within walking distance. Breakfast is a treat, upscale with good choices and a pleasant, outdoor eating area. The ambiance and architecture of the place is attractive, a kind of art-deco touch. Extremely good value.
The hotel met all the requirements I was looking for. It's quite, nice building, the room was clean, hot water, the staff was pretty kind, free internet, free parking and the breakfast was great, a lot of tasty food!
Things to improve:
-Need to put a better sign in the entrance and more light, because during the night if it's your first time it's bit hard to find it.
-There is no air conditioning, just a fan and a small window... so it would be a nice to have, but not indispensable.
It was my first time in Costa Rica and someone reccommended this location. It is a nice quaint home family owned by a nice family. They were very nice and helpful and each morning provided a tasty breakfast. It was very very quiet as I was used to some noise, however I felt safe and secure each night. It is close to some bars and restaurants, I stayed two nights before going to Jaco beach which is two hours away. I had a nice stay the only issue was the internet connection was a little inconsistent here and there and was mostly stronger on the bottom floor. I would reccommend this spot if you need a nice affordable room to sleep and you will be out during the day.
Dream House is run by a loving couple who go out of their way to make your stay comfortable. Breakfast is delicious and the ambience is cozy and welcoming. Beautiful view off the terrace is a treat. I enjoyed my stay very much.
Barbara
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
19 Dec 2016
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice and quiet hotel in upscale neibhorhood
A quite hotel in upscale neighborhood of Escazu close to supermarkets, Walmart and restaurants. A well suited hotel especially for families.