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La Catalina Hotel and Suites

3.5 star property
Adults-only hotel in Jesús with 2 outdoor pools and spa

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness centre
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference centre
Feel at home
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Down duvets, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
Beside Cedal Convention Center, Jesús, Heredia, 40401

What's nearby

  • Plaza Real Cariari - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • City Mall - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Costa Rica Convention Center - 20 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 26 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Hacienda Alsacia - 27 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 45 min drive
  • Heredia Station - 13 min drive
  • Heredia Miraflores Station - 14 min drive
  • Santo Domingo Santa Rosa Station - 17 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪El Banco de los Mariscos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar La Popular - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante Herradura - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Lluna de Valencia - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taquería Raquel - ‬5 min drive

About this property

La Catalina Hotel and Suites

La Catalina Hotel and Suites is a great choice for a stay in Jesús. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy or manicures and pedicures, and Temptations Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar and a fitness centre.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Tennis lessons
  • Yoga classes
  • Pool table
  • Free bikes nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2005
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down duvet
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Stay connected

  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Desire Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Temptations Restaurant – Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Breakfast costs approximately CRC 3 to 3.5 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

La Catalina
La Catalina Hotel
La Catalina Hotel Santa Barbara de Heredia
La Catalina Santa Barbara de Heredia
Catalina Hotel Santa Barbara de Heredia
Catalina Santa Barbara de Heredia
Catalina ta Barbara Heredia
La Catalina Hotel Suites
La Catalina And Suites Jesus
La Catalina Hotel and Suites Hotel
La Catalina Hotel and Suites Jesús
La Catalina Hotel and Suites Hotel Jesús

Frequently asked questions

Does La Catalina Hotel and Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Catalina Hotel and Suites does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at La Catalina Hotel and Suites?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at La Catalina Hotel and Suites?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at La Catalina Hotel and Suites?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by La Catalina Hotel and Suites?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Catalina Hotel and Suites?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at La Catalina Hotel and Suites?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (13-min drive) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (15-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at La Catalina Hotel and Suites and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub or go for a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. La Catalina Hotel and Suites also has a fitness centre, spa services and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near La Catalina Hotel and Suites?
Yes, Temptations Restaurant offers garden views.
Does La Catalina Hotel and Suites have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.

La Catalina Hotel and Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Good

Good for going with couple or very close friends
We met nice people and had a good time as couple.... Hotel people are not very friendly but they help when you ask them for. The pool was nice but it could be better cleaned.... The food was ok.... The fun is always in your hands and the rest is up to you! Don't go alone by yourself
esteban, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

4/10 Fair

Nude Hotel
Expedia did not mention to us that this was a nude hotel. You could imagine our shock upon check- in. Apparently the hotel goes by another name too, "Desire". Be ware of this, I'd hate someone to be put in an awkward situation like this in a foreign country.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

web site needs updating left early won't be back
booked presidential suite with balcony . no balcony ?? wi fi non existent. manager even gave me a code but said you can try this but it will not work. Ownership needs to fix this place or close it. employees did their best with what they have . paid for two night, left after one ,
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great service in excellent kept grounds
Was more relaxing and beautiful than expected. Extremely clean throughout. The entire facility is kept immaculate; from the rooms to the gardens, trees and pools. The views are amazing especially at night. The service from the staff was incredible and very much appreciated. Very good food, cold drinks, and prompt service with a smile. Being in a very remote area forced us to stay within the resort during our stay and relax while being pampered by the attentive staff. I know there are options to explore outside of the resort, but we chose to stay put during our stay. We enjoyed a very much needed romantic vacation with nothing to worry about. We really enjoyed the freedom and quietness as well as the opportunity to enjoy nature nude when we felt like it. Thank you to Laura, Angela, Luis, and the rest of the staff for making this vacation an unforgettable one.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

adult hotel
my experience was nice , but you have to tell the people that the hotel is for swingers couples because the real name of the hotel is hotel desiere, and people are walking in bathsrope, and the presidential suite that we buy, the carpet smells, the courtain did not work and it was a little disapointment. We ask for a room change and it was very nice near tennis court.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

I would say a 3 1/2 star....
So me and my husband had a one night stay here and upon reading reviews it seemed like a nice place. It's an adult only hotel in a secluded location. Two pool, a jacuzzi, the landscape was beautiful, the mansion had lovely ornate woodworkings. But the downside to the stay that made it super uncomfortable was that I felt like I was in a horror movie. We went on a weekday, and we're the only guests on the property. Mind you we were at a very secluded location so that didn't help to the uneasiness of this place. The guy who showed us the grounds said that people usually come on the weekends, I hope so because it was just weird. The room was a little musty but pretty. No English channels on TV. And I pretty much stayed up all night thinking I was gonna be sold to traffickers. Lol. I have a wild imagination. If there were more guests I strongly believe I would have had a better time that is why I would recommend this place because of its beauty and charm. But I wouldn't recommend going on a weekday unless your into that kind of secluded, different country, creepy shanangins lol.
Verified Travelocity guest review

6/10 Good

hard to get to and find
with our rented car and directions that were supposed to be their in 30 minuted from the airport....took us 5 hours. We finally found someone whe lived there and we followed them. I never get lost while driving, but in Costa Rica the streets do not have names and sometimes come to dead end . We were going so much in circles that I seen the same person selling lottery ticket by the street. The place is like a guarded palace on the side of the mountain. The place does not have heat in the rooms. food excellent. grounds excellent. It overlooks San Jose at night and view is great. The Hot tub had a malfunction .... and the pool was shallow and cool. We got there at night and it was cool. We really could have used a blanket. Oh by the way the road to this place was really bad.. Would I go back... no.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in the mountains over looking the city
First time at this hotel and was a great surprise. There are two swimming pools and one is clothing optional. We had a great room in front of the pool, the room also had a full kitchen,living area, comfortable bed, and the property is located in a quiet area with plenty of nature. Also the nightly concert performed by the frogs in the pools by the main building.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Questionable near San Jose
This hotel was so creepy we had to leave and find another hotel. Staff couldn't get our "room" unlocked after our efforts. Had a hard time getting anyone to let us in through the gate at dark. Expected an Adam's family member to appear. I was actually shocked that this hotel was offered through Expedia. Charge was non-refundable. Now I know why.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Not as represented!
The pictures on hotels.com did NOT represent the room we stayed in. We arrived at the beautiful place (apparently called the "Desire" Hotel), checked in, and then had to drove down a road to a completely different building that looked like a run-down house that had been converted to rooms. This is the Catalina. No wifi, no a/c, handle of hair dryer all taped up, one small soap at sink (none in shower), one shampoo, no coffee for coffee-maker, and generally in very poor condition. It was clean and the view was beautiful. It's not right, however, that we were mislead by pictures and description on hotels.com website.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Wonderful staff, helpful; very positive experience
Very nice hotel, wonderful location: flowers, pool, jacuzzi- not in town, about 20 mn from Heredia. Very nice staff (especially Angela :), good food.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

date feb 2013 sun night - friu morning. if you want a get away from it all for a couple of days this could be it. very quiet location and peaceful but be aware it is remote and you will nee transport otherwise. nice friendly staff. dinner is available and is edible but not adventurous. we did a 20 minute walkdown the dirt road to the el tigre restaurant one night - pleasant surroundings, better food but a lot more expensive. we stayed for five nights inc arrival late sunday and despite its well worn chalet rooms it was clean and quiet but i had hired a car for the days. beware state of roads (except a few toll roads) - typical average speeds i estimate at 15-20mph over a distance of say 60 miles to fortuna town thats 4 hrs !!!!!!!!!!! each way. back to hotel i had no complaints but it is not european standard even b&b but very nice grounds. hotel arrange taxi airport to hotel late sun night fo $25 dollars paid to driver. we are couple late fifties and easy going. we also stayed at the hotel europa after and then hotel luisiana
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great hotel for couples
Great for couples, privacy and no restrictions. Really clean, nice staff. Good location with amazing views of Central Valley
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

a quiet romantic getaway
Great view of San Jose. Lots of open space and gardens/flowers. A little off the beaten path and you need good directions and a gps to get there on your own but we did it with little problems and it was dark. A taxi might be better. Good food, included breakfast and basic kitchenettes available. Great for relaxed clothing optional vacation.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff in a beautiful setting
We are a couple who were first time guests at La Catalina Hotel. The hotel is set on 5 acres of gardens with scattered buildings housing 3-6 apartments each. Some rooms are newly remodeled, but we found the older rooms had more charm. The main building has a cafe and bar with a long porch overlooking the lights of San Jose in the valley below. We sat on the porch at night drinking frozen marguaritas and enjoying the view. In the morning we strolled the grounds before taking a day trip. The hotel has the feel of a 5-star resort that hasn't quite been maintained to 5-star standards. We rented a car and had difficulty finding the hotel from the airport until we realized we could enter the hotel name into our iPhone map app and it took us right there. The car rental company was out of GPS devices. Without a GPS map device we would have been lost during our trip. Hotel staff was outstanding--very friendly and accommodating. We love this hotel. It has tons of character.
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very good

Secluded, great getaway!
We stayed at the La Catalina (Adults Only) during their down-season and we were some of the only guests during our 5 day stay. Upon checking in, they gave us a free upgrade to their King jaccuzzi suite! A full breakfast was included in our rate, which was always delicious. Our favorite breakfast was their Costa Rican rice & beans with eggs and tortillas and a fruit plate of pineapples, mangos, watermelon & bananas. Delicious! We had room 106, which was right off the main dining area. The room was very large and roomy, adequate towels, king bed. The mattress was quite hard, but I think that is normal over there. We still slept ok. The room and bathroom was always spotless every day. The adult pool was open and clean. I loved the sunning beds and the privacy. During the day we would go explore and in the evenings we would read in the lounge while drinking tropical drinks Henry served us at the bar. The service was great and friendly. My husband is a farmer and our host offered to escort him one day on a farm tour. He didnt even want to be paid for his time, he was so delighted to be of service. The down side to this place was that it seemed like its peak performance may have been 5 years ago. Even considering that we visited during down time, there were signs of neglect and deterioration. The gym looked like it hadn't been used in years, as well as the tennis courts and bird aviary. One other negative experience was one day in particular there was a strong sewer smell in our room, which I think was coming in the windows. It may have just been the way the wind was blowing that morning. Besides that, we REALLY loved this place and would go back again. The best thing we did on this trip was a rent a car and explore on our own. Within 20 minutes, Heredia, Alajuela, Barva, & Santa Barbara are all surrounding towns where we enjoyed their markets, town squares, sidewalk restaurants and warm culture. GREAT experience!
Verified Orbitz guest review

4/10 Fair

Not as in the pictures
I saw the pictures online and some of others reviews, and I was specting something totally diferent, the thing is the room the gave us was totally diferent from pictures they put on expedia. The bed had roller, not a good thing for an hotel that advertise themselves as an adult only hotel. Overall I think I would have gave them a better rating if they were honest on the pictures of that specific room, cuz I thing they just they pics of the expensive and nice rooms on all of the other lower price rooms.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Secluded Getaway
I loved my time away for a personal getaway at La Catalina; so quiet and peaceful. I was able to take a look into many of the rooms, and they were all meticulously kept and quaint. There aren't too many rooms that enjoy a view of the Central Valley, but I got to enjoy two of them - room 105 was the best! They treated me wonderfully! The only down side of my stay was that the music in the common/shared area was always blasting away. Yes, they did turn it down when I asked, and I thanked them for that; but in my opinion, I shouldn't have to ask.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable Experience and I Would Go Back
This is a really nice boutique hotel - it's like old world charm with a mix of latin culture! It's located on the side of the valley looking into the city of San Jose, peaceful and yet close enough to enjoy the culture and sights of the metropolis. Onsite there's a beautifully ornate restaurant set in what I found out was once the mansion of a private estate, with a wide selection of food and drink and an intimate ambiance setting within a library. Amenities were good including two pools, tennis court, fitness centre ... but what I enjoyed most were the diverse range of flowers that literally enveloped the property and its walks. The staff were kind and helpful, and made me feel welcome as at a private inn. It's a good place to stay that's close to San Jose and it's airport, and as well centrally located to some great Costa Rica tours including the volcanoes.
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

I will never chose this hotel again, NO phone, Wi
GPS will take you by unfinish roads, un safe, dangerous. no Phones. no Internet as they promise, no hot water. No recommended
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

not near anything
marketed as san jose and it's not. it is a $25 cab ride to the airport. it is not near anything. it is old and in disrepair. AC leaked into room. would not stay here again or recommend staying here.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

good stay
nice hotel for having fun up in the mountains will recommend renting a car
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

This is an hotel that is quite removed from the center of San Jose, and difficult to get to. My GPS directed us to an almost impassible road although we found another better road later. Our room was sadly in need of updating, as was the rest of the hotel. We were virtually the only guests there. In the dining room there were hand carved wood railings, etc. attesting to another time when this was a fine hotel. It seemed strangely without a manager.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Good with your own car
We stayed 2 nights at the La Catalina Hotel. The view is nice and its fairly close to a volcano. The hotel accomodates to adults only. We recieved a free upgrade with a jacuzzi! This made the overall stay nice. We recommend this place if you have your own transportation or would like to get away from the city.
Verified Hotels.com guest review