Studio Hotel

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This boutique stay is comfy, close to good restaurants and the airport, reasonably priced and decked out in Costa Rican artwork. It doubles as a gallery, with 90 works from some of the country's greatest talents, including painter Francisco Amighetti. Guests can book art tours of the hotel (US$75, maximum 12 people, book one day in advance).

Located 50m north of the Red Cross (Cruz Roja).

A virtual art tour of the hotel is available on the website; try that first! The third floor bar-pool area provides a cozy and splendid view of the area.

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