Originally Posted by BenjaminNYC
Preface: I read a lot of Costa Rica threads, but didn't find an answer to my questions. Please help me, if you have some answers.
I will have one night in SJO later this month. I arrive at 9am and leave at 9am the next day. I am thinking of staying in the Radisson Europa. There is a good rate with high speed internet access. The rate is about US$150. How is that hotel? How is the location?
Also, what about dining? I don't mind going out for nice/fun dinners alone. Any suggestions? I like meat!
Last question: How far from SJO to Radisson? Is a taxi safe from the airport? My mother lives in MEX, and I know that there are some taxis to take and some not to.
Thanks!
Look in Global Pass/Latin Pass forum for info. There are a few nice hotels near airport, Marriott is Deluxe and Hampton (I think) very good. SJO is quite a way from town -- so if only for a night, consider airport hotel. If one wants a low key place at much cheaper rates, the Riveria is ok - and has airport pick up.
I think taxis are safe - and tons of them as you come out of airport. Airport has one new section of gates and new ticketing area - but rest is still the old "hole".
If anyone is there for 6 or so hours, you can get out of airport with transit and return without paying the departure tax. I think 8 hr. may be max before one must pay. Again, check out Latin Pass forum.