Casa Familiar la Tortuga is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Heredia where guests can make the most of its garden and bar. This 3-star bed and breakfast offers full-day security and luggage storage space. There's a sun terrace and guests can make use of free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Additional in-room amenities include fruit. An American breakfast, comprising pancakes and fruit is served daily at the property. There is a coffee shop, and a mini-market is also available. Sightseeing tours are available in the vicinity of the property. A children's playground is also available for guests at the bed and breakfast. Poas National Park is 23 miles from Casa Familiar la Tortuga, while Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium is 7.9 miles from the property. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 8.1 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

American

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 sofa bed
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
9.8
High score for Heredia

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Demita
    United States of America United States of America
    Casa Familiar La Tortuga was the best stay we’ve had in San Jose. Doña Olga & Don Fernando were the best hosts, that accommodated us for an early arrival, and an extra day. They made a beautiful, delicious breakfast each morning, with lovely...
  • Kerri
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing peaceful place to stay less than 10 minutes from the hubbub of heredia, less than 25 minutes to airport - Incredibly friendly and welcoming family. I will stay no other place on my return trips to San Jose
  • Brad
    United States of America United States of America
    Olga and Fernando were so accommodating and helpful. Perfect hosts ! Rio was also friendly. Breakfast was delightful.
  • Mary
    United States of America United States of America
    Olga and Fernando were so warm and welcoming. They were really helpful in recommending things to do in the area and made sure that we were comfortable. Olga even got up to see us off when we left for the airport at 3:45 AM! Fernando cooked us a...
  • Imo
    United States of America United States of America
    Spacious, peaceful room with a balcony in the heart of Heredia, within walking distance of parks, the municipal market, and around the corner from Intercultura, where I was taking Spanish classes. The hosts were exceptional in every way!
  • Chauncey
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was perfect for her to just walk around. It was in the middle of the city of Heredia and everything was in walking distance. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I would rent it again.
  • Andy
    United States of America United States of America
    Spacious room with porch and hammock! Owner occupied. Olga and Fernando are friendly and helpful. Right in the heart of Heredia. Plenty of cafes and a beautiful park nearby.
  • Yoram
    Israel Israel
    It is a family house with very nice people. The room was clean and cozy with a balcony to watch birds. Brakfast was perfect. There was private parking.
  • Hansen
    United States of America United States of America
    Excellent location in central Heredia, near Central Park and many restaurants. Clean, basic room with en suite bathroom.
  • Mikhail
    United States of America United States of America
    If you are looking for real hotel, do not make reservation. What you are booking here is a house where family is renting out rooms. They are really nice people and provide high level hospitality. The room is clean and big and definitely worse...

Area info

Amenities of Casa Familiar la Tortuga
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Cleaning products

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Playground

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
Good free Wifi 41 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Convenience store on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Casa Familiar la Tortuga takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The property can be found in Waze and Google Maps.

Please note that the address of the property will be changed from June 1st 2024. Therefore, the booking availability for the following months will be loaded from the same date.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Casa Familiar la Tortuga

  • Casa Familiar la Tortuga offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Playground
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
  • Check-in at Casa Familiar la Tortuga is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at Casa Familiar la Tortuga can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American
  • Casa Familiar la Tortuga is 2.2 miles from the center of Heredia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Casa Familiar la Tortuga include:

    • Double
    • Studio
  • The prices at Casa Familiar la Tortuga may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.