Loma Tranquila
Alajuela
10.05421700,
-84.20617100
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Pilas De Alajuela, Del Mirador, 300 Metros A Mano Izquierda Y Del Cruce 200 Metros A Mano Derecha. Casa Portón Verde.
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Summary of reviewsLoma Tranquila garners high praise for several key aspects that make it an appealing choice for travelers. The location is a standout feature, offering an accessible retreat just a short drive from the airport while maintaining a serene and peaceful environment. Nestled on a hill, the property provides spectacular views over San Jose, creating a picturesque backdrop for a relaxing stay. The convenient distance from local attractions like Poás Volcano further enhances its appeal.
Guests frequently commend the breakfast experience at Loma Tranquila. The traditional dishes, especially the Gallo Pinto, are well-received for their taste and authenticity, complemented by excellent coffee. The breakfast terrace with its scenic views enhances the overall dining experience, despite a few comments about the meal timing and portion sizes.
The rooms at Loma Tranquila are generally described as comfortable and clean with ample space and cozy beds adding to the comfort. Views of the pool from some rooms add charm to the accommodations. While the room decor and furnishings are basic and somewhat outdated, the minimalist approach is appreciated by those looking for simple, functional accommodations.
Cleanliness around the property is mostly praised with guests highlighting the well-maintained rooms and communal areas. However, some reviews noted inconsistencies in the thoroughness of cleaning, mentioning issues such as dirty floors and less-than-pristine bathrooms.
The staff at Loma Tranquila receive exceptional reviews for their friendliness and helpfulness. Many guests feel warmly welcomed and valued with the staff often going above and beyond to meet their needs. The owners and team extend their hospitality to include late arrivals and offer assistance with services like laundry, significantly enhancing the overall experience.
The pool area is frequently mentioned as a delightful feature, offering a clean and enjoyable space for relaxation with fantastic views over the valley. The pool, although small, adds to the ambiance and is appreciated by guests looking for a refreshing dip and serene surroundings.
In summary, Loma Tranquila offers a peaceful retreat with stunning views, a charming breakfast experience and friendly, attentive staff. While there are a few areas for improvement, such as room updates and enhanced cleaning protocols, the property remains a highly attractive option for travelers seeking tranquility and convenience in San Jose.
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Guests frequently commend the breakfast experience at Loma Tranquila. The traditional dishes, especially the Gallo Pinto, are well-received for their taste and authenticity, complemented by excellent coffee. The breakfast terrace with its scenic views enhances the overall dining experience, despite a few comments about the meal timing and portion sizes.
The rooms at Loma Tranquila are generally described as comfortable and clean with ample space and cozy beds adding to the comfort. Views of the pool from some rooms add charm to the accommodations. While the room decor and furnishings are basic and somewhat outdated, the minimalist approach is appreciated by those looking for simple, functional accommodations.
Cleanliness around the property is mostly praised with guests highlighting the well-maintained rooms and communal areas. However, some reviews noted inconsistencies in the thoroughness of cleaning, mentioning issues such as dirty floors and less-than-pristine bathrooms.
The staff at Loma Tranquila receive exceptional reviews for their friendliness and helpfulness. Many guests feel warmly welcomed and valued with the staff often going above and beyond to meet their needs. The owners and team extend their hospitality to include late arrivals and offer assistance with services like laundry, significantly enhancing the overall experience.
The pool area is frequently mentioned as a delightful feature, offering a clean and enjoyable space for relaxation with fantastic views over the valley. The pool, although small, adds to the ambiance and is appreciated by guests looking for a refreshing dip and serene surroundings.
In summary, Loma Tranquila offers a peaceful retreat with stunning views, a charming breakfast experience and friendly, attentive staff. While there are a few areas for improvement, such as room updates and enhanced cleaning protocols, the property remains a highly attractive option for travelers seeking tranquility and convenience in San Jose.
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Guest Reviews
Loma Tranquila boasts a highly convenient location, being just a short drive from the airport, making it easily accessible for travelers. Despite its proximity to the airport, guests consistently highlight the peace and tranquility of the area. Nestled on a hill, the property offers fantastic, spectacular views over San Jose, which many find worth the stay alone.
The environment is described as calm and quiet, providing a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its position also makes it an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions like Poás Volcano and other local tourist sites. Many reviews praise the simple yet comfortable accommodations, emphasizing the serene atmosphere and the magnificent scenic views.
For those looking for a safe and peaceful retreat with stunning vistas, Loma Tranquila stands out as a prime choice. Whether relaxing by the pool or enjoying the garden's superb views, visitors appreciate the balance of seclusion and convenience this location offers.
At Loma Tranquila, guests frequently commend the breakfast experience, describing it as delicious, traditional and prepared with great care. Many have highlighted the tasty Gallo Pinto—a traditional Costa Rican dish—that, although sometimes served in small portions, offers an authentic taste of the local cuisine. Overall, the breakfast is seen as good value for the price, simple yet satisfying and, importantly, included with the stay.
However, the breakfast schedule is a point of contention for some visitors, as it is served later in the morning than expected. Despite this, the meals themselves regularly receive praise for their quality and flavor.
The coffee, an essential part of many guests' mornings, is often highlighted for its excellence. Guests also appreciate the scenic views from the breakfast terrace, which enhance the overall dining experience.
While there are occasional remarks about the breakfast being scarce or less than stellar in specific instances, such comments are outweighed by the consistent praise for the tasty, well-prepared and hearty offerings that make for a pleasant start to the day.
Loma Tranquila offers a range of rooms that guests have found to be quite comfortable and adequately spacious for a pleasant stay. Cleanliness appears to be generally well-maintained with many guests noting their rooms were clean and quite spacious. High points include cozy beds and units that are beautifully open and spacious. Some rooms even provide a lovely view of the pool, adding a touch of charm to the experience.
However, the rooms exhibit a rustic and basic aesthetic with furnishings that some guests noted as outdated and in need of an update. While the rooms are functional and adequate, they are sparsely furnished and have limited storage options, contributing to a minimalist feel. The limited number of electrical outlets might be a minor inconvenience for tech-savvy travelers.
The rooms’ simplicity extends to the bathroom facilities, which could benefit from better ventilation and more reliable hot water. Some guests also mentioned that the bathrooms did not function optimally, which slightly hindered their comfort. Noise from neighboring rooms could be an issue due to less effective soundproofing.
The friendliness of the staff stands out as a positive aspect, consistently mentioned by various guests. Despite the facilities being basic, the overall atmosphere is comfortable and the property offers a serene environment.
In contrast, the breakfast service received mixed reviews with some guests mentioning it was very limited and lacked fresh options.
Overall, Loma Tranquila provides basic yet comfortable accommodations that are well-suited for short stays and guests who appreciate a clean and simple environment.
Reviews for 'Loma Tranquila' reveal mixed experiences regarding the beds. On the positive side, some guests described the beds as very comfortable, cozy and situated in large, nice spaces. However, several guests noted significant issues such as uncomfortable or sagging mattresses, hard and high pillows and musty-smelling bedding. There were also concerning reports of bed bugs and some guests felt that the beds lacked overall comfort. Despite the comfortable experiences of a few visitors, the feedback highlights areas where the hotel could improve to ensure a more consistent and pleasant sleeping experience.
Loma Tranquila offers a pleasant and quiet retreat for its guests with some mixed reviews about its cleanliness. While several reviews highlighted that the facility was kept very clean and described the accommodation and rooms as clean and super clean, there were notable concerns. Some guests found that the cleaning was only thorough on the surface, pointing out details such as dirty floors, stains and hairs on the bedding and bathrooms that could use more attention and renovation. The pool's cleanliness also varied according to individual taste. For those seeking a tidy space, it seems essential to manage expectations, as the overall cleanliness may leave something to be desired.
At Loma Tranquila, the hospitality of the staff consistently stands out in guest reviews. The team is described as incredibly friendly and helpful, ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all visitors. Guests appreciated the attentiveness and kindness of the hosts, who often went above and beyond to assist with various needs, including laundry services. The owner and the staff were noted for their accommodating nature, making guests feel at home even during late arrivals. Communication with the staff was mostly praised, although there were a few mentions of minor difficulties. Overall, the positive interactions with the staff significantly enhanced the guest experience, making Loma Tranquila a standout for its exceptional service.
Loma Tranquila features a delightful pool area frequently praised by guests for its charm and cleanliness. Although it is on the smaller side, visitors often describe the pool as lovely, fun and perfect for a refreshing dip. The pool's cleanliness consistently receives high marks, enhancing the overall experience. Additionally, the pool area boasts a big terrace, adding to its appeal and spaciousness.
Guests enjoy the scenic view from the pool, overlooking the valley and surrounding lookout points. This serene ambiance complements the friendly service and inviting atmosphere of the hotel. For those looking to take a short stay, the pool serves as a suitable and appreciated amenity.
While there are mentions of the pool being closed on occasion and suggestions for making it more inviting, these do not overshadow the numerous positive comments. Overall, the pool at Loma Tranquila is a well-maintained and pleasant feature that enhances the guest experience.
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The environment is described as calm and quiet, providing a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its position also makes it an ideal base for exploring nearby attractions like Poás Volcano and other local tourist sites. Many reviews praise the simple yet comfortable accommodations, emphasizing the serene atmosphere and the magnificent scenic views.
For those looking for a safe and peaceful retreat with stunning vistas, Loma Tranquila stands out as a prime choice. Whether relaxing by the pool or enjoying the garden's superb views, visitors appreciate the balance of seclusion and convenience this location offers.
Breakfast
However, the breakfast schedule is a point of contention for some visitors, as it is served later in the morning than expected. Despite this, the meals themselves regularly receive praise for their quality and flavor.
The coffee, an essential part of many guests' mornings, is often highlighted for its excellence. Guests also appreciate the scenic views from the breakfast terrace, which enhance the overall dining experience.
While there are occasional remarks about the breakfast being scarce or less than stellar in specific instances, such comments are outweighed by the consistent praise for the tasty, well-prepared and hearty offerings that make for a pleasant start to the day.
Rooms
However, the rooms exhibit a rustic and basic aesthetic with furnishings that some guests noted as outdated and in need of an update. While the rooms are functional and adequate, they are sparsely furnished and have limited storage options, contributing to a minimalist feel. The limited number of electrical outlets might be a minor inconvenience for tech-savvy travelers.
The rooms’ simplicity extends to the bathroom facilities, which could benefit from better ventilation and more reliable hot water. Some guests also mentioned that the bathrooms did not function optimally, which slightly hindered their comfort. Noise from neighboring rooms could be an issue due to less effective soundproofing.
The friendliness of the staff stands out as a positive aspect, consistently mentioned by various guests. Despite the facilities being basic, the overall atmosphere is comfortable and the property offers a serene environment.
In contrast, the breakfast service received mixed reviews with some guests mentioning it was very limited and lacked fresh options.
Overall, Loma Tranquila provides basic yet comfortable accommodations that are well-suited for short stays and guests who appreciate a clean and simple environment.
Beds
Cleanliness
Staff
Pool
Guests enjoy the scenic view from the pool, overlooking the valley and surrounding lookout points. This serene ambiance complements the friendly service and inviting atmosphere of the hotel. For those looking to take a short stay, the pool serves as a suitable and appreciated amenity.
While there are mentions of the pool being closed on occasion and suggestions for making it more inviting, these do not overshadow the numerous positive comments. Overall, the pool at Loma Tranquila is a well-maintained and pleasant feature that enhances the guest experience.
Yes, Loma Tranquila has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Loma Tranquila.
No, Loma Tranquila doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Loma Tranquila.
No, Loma Tranquila doesn't have a gym.
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