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Casa Familiar la Tortuga

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade guesthouse with free breakfast and bar/lounge

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Executive Room | Bathroom
Grand Room
Exterior
32-inch TV with satellite channels

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May

Explore the area

Map
Barba de Heredia 150 m, San Pablo, Heredia Province, 40401
  • Plaza Real Cariari
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Costa Rica Convention Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Grand Room

Grand Room

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Pablo

At Casa Familiar la Tortuga you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Museo de Cultura Popular and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Cafe Britt Coffee Farm. Highlights at this guest house include free breakfast (local cuisine), free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including an off-lead area, pet-sitting services and litter trays. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class San Pablo guest house, attractions include National Stadium of Costa Rica and Sabana Park.
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What's nearby

  • Cafe Britt Coffee Farm - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Plaza Real Cariari - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Costa Rica Convention Center - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Sabana Park - 15 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 19 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Heredia Station - 17 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar el higueron - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bar 007 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Centro De Carnes Barva - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante Herradura - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Soda El Parque - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Casa Familiar la Tortuga

Boardwalk/promenade guesthouse with free breakfast and bar/lounge
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Casa Familiar la Tortuga. An airport shuttle during limited hours is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star San Pablo guest house is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Casa Familiar la Tortuga offers 3 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and fans. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This San Pablo guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CRC 12000 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • An off-lead area, pet-sitting services and litter trays are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 12500 per room (one-way)
  • Late check-in fee: CRC 12000 for check-in between 11:30 PM and 1:00 AM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Casa Familiar La Tortuga Pablo
Casa Familiar la Tortuga San Pablo
Casa Familiar la Tortuga Guesthouse
Casa Familiar la Tortuga Guesthouse San Pablo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Casa Familiar la Tortuga?

Casa Familiar la Tortuga offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Familiar la Tortuga?

As of 9 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Familiar la Tortuga on 19 May 2025 start from NZ$133.9, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Casa Familiar la Tortuga?

Yep, Casa Familiar la Tortuga has a free self car park.

Does Casa Familiar la Tortuga serve breakfast?

Yep, free local cuisine brekkie is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Casa Familiar la Tortuga?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Casa Familiar la Tortuga?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Casa Familiar la Tortuga?

Furry friends are welcome at Casa Familiar la Tortuga, with dog exercise areas, pet-sitting services and litter trays on offer.

Casa Familiar la Tortuga Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and wonderful hosts! This was the best - and least expensive - accommodation during our two week stay in Costa Rica. Fernando’s breakfasts were delicious, the room was spacious and lovely - with a large jacuzzi! - and it was relatively easy to find. We felt like we were on a country estate.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hosts, great location!

Very nice hosts, great location, comfortable room with good amenities. The only thing to note is that the room is located inside their home, which may be a bit uncomfortable or unexpected for some guests, but it was just great for us.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Frederick L

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did not answer the door or the phone. I could not stay there waited outside for half an hour. I want my money refunded
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice room

Absolutely beautiful private room. Olga was wonderful. Great value. Complaints: No trash can in the common area, including the kitchen. We were told to pile waste on the counter for recycling. Some of it, like raw pork wrappers, concerned me. There is a trash can in the bathrooms. Olga said I could use the common are, including the kitchen (which has a gas range). I bought pork chops to fry, but she stopped me from using the stove--off limits. I had to cook them in the microwave. Electric shower head. As usual, it didn’t work. But, for about $10 more than a hostel bed, this is a great value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Una hermosa casa para visitar

La casa era preciosa y Olga y Fernando fueron unos anfitriones excelentes! Sin duda volveremos. Tiene una ubicación preciosa y vistas a la ciudad y a las montañas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fint værelse hos et sødt par, med eget badeværelse.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020