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-Costa Rica-

"Pura Vida", The Spirit of Costa Rica

Costa Rica lies in the middle of Central America and is indeed a unique natural wonder. Although it's a small country similar in size to the Netherlands, In fact, with its tropical forests, volcanoes and pleasant beaches full of palm trees, it's a big open air zoo. Any moment you can hear the beautiful songs of birds and the chirping of the insects. Costa Rica has more species of animals and plants than any other country in the world. With its Latin American mix of music, adventure and relaxation, you will never be bored. And last, but not least, with no army, it is one of the most peaceful and democratic countries in the region.

A five-star hotel located in Costa Rica's Monte de la Cruz in the province of Heredia, only 30 minutes from the Juan Santamaría International Airport and 40 minutes from downtown San José, Hotel & Villas La Condesa, at 5,732 feet (1,737 m) above sea level, a temperature of 70° F. year round, fine restaurants, bars, meeting rooms, auditorium, comfortable rooms, and luxury suites, is the ideal paradise for celebrities, business travellers, vacationers and especially those who seek to improve their life style through better health.

Each of the 100 magnificently furnished rooms and suites have cable TV, safety deposit box, electronic key system, mini-bar, direct dial telephone, coffee maker, hair dryer, and room service. All rooms offer spectacular views of the Central Valley. Non-smoking rooms and babysitter services available. Complementary round trip shuttle to downtown San Jose, shopping and Juan Santamaria International Airport.

Enjoy horseback riding, bike tours, jogging trails, game room, gymnasium with fitness equipment, children's play areas, mini-golf court, wildlife refuge, indoor swimming pools, jacuzzi, sauna, dairy cattle ranch walking tour, and more.

A choice of fine restaurants offer gourmet and dining in an atmosphere of formal elegance to leisure meals. Miramonte Italian restaurant, Café Florencia and El Patio de los Condes courtyard, featuring Costa Rica's specialities and sumptuous brunch buffets.

Each villa was built to look like an old-fashioned log cabin constructed out of rustic white pine imported from the U.S. The great natural beauty of this wood brings us back into harmony with nature and fills us with peace. Our villas are offered in 1-3 bedroom models with floor plans from 859 to 1,825 square feet. Each includes a fully equipped kitchen, living /dining area, terrace, with spectacular views of the Central Valley.

Action never stops in our piano lobby bar, BioSpa poolside health bar or you can listen to live music at the Mirador La Cava del Conde Bar and El Patio de los Condes courtyard.