10/10 Excellent
Deborah
16 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hidden gem!
Deborah
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Entire chalet
HelveTico Chalets & Reserve
3.5 star property
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Hot tub
- Pool
- 24/7 front desk
- Spa
- Room service
Explore the area
Llano Brenes, San Rafael, Alajuela, 20206
- Palmares Church17 min drive
- San Ramon Municipal Market21 min drive
- San Ramon Nonato Church21 min drive
- San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)69 min drive
Room options
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Deluxe Chalet, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View
- 56 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
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Luxury Chalet, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View
- 56 sq m
- 1 bedroom
- Ocean view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
About the area
Llano Brenes
With a stay at HelveTico Chalets & Reserve in San Rafael, you'll be 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from San Ramon Municipal Market and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from San Ramon Museum. .This chalet is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from San Ramon Nonato Church and 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Parque Central.
What's nearby
- Palmares Church - 17 min drive - 10.4 km
- San Ramon Museum - 21 min drive - 12.4 km
- San Ramon Municipal Market - 21 min drive - 12.4 km
- San Ramon Nonato Church - 21 min drive - 12.5 km
- Parque Central - 21 min drive - 12.5 km
Getting around
- Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
- La Casita del Café - 9 min drive
- Pataqueña - 15 min drive
- Bar Restaurante Las Tejas - 12 min drive
- Fory Fay - 10 min drive
- Bar Restaurante La Lira - 15 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
HelveTico Chalets & Reserve
Clothing optional chalet with spa services and a 24-hour front desk
HelveTico Chalets & Reserve offers 3 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star chalet have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This San Rafael chalet provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.
An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site.
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa tub without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Thai massages.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 3 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Kitchenettes are outfitted with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Additional features at this chalet include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy Italian cuisine at Mae Culpa, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours).
Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Mae Culpa - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Outdoor pool
- A hot tub
- Massages
- Spa services
- Thai massages
- Hot stone massages
- Deep-tissue massages
Internet
- Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- On-site parking available only on request
- Free secured self-parking on site
- 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Airport shuttle on request
Restaurants on site
- Mae Culpa
Kitchenette
- Fridge (full size)
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining
- 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
- 1 bar
- Couples dining
- Room service available
Bedrooms
- Premium bedding
- Select Comfort bed
- Bed sheets provided
- Rollaway/extra beds: USD 20.0 per day
Bathrooms
- Shower
- Rainfall shower head
- Towels provided
- Free toiletries
- Dressing gowns
- Hairdryer
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Dining room
- Sitting area
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with satellite service
- Concerts/live shows
Outdoor areas
- Terrace
- Balcony or patio
- Garden
- Garden
Laundry
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Laundry facilities
Climate control
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No lift (single-level property)
- Soundproofing
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Daily housekeeping
- Multilingual staff
- Window screens
- Luggage storage
- Blackout curtains
- Safe at front desk
- Free newspapers (reception)
- In-room massages
- Fireplace in reception
Location highlights
- On the river
- Near the boardwalk
- In the mountains
- In a provincial park
Things to do
- Mountain biking on site
- Helicopter/aeroplane tours on site
- Hiking/biking trails on site
- Zip-lining nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- Security system
General
- 3 rooms
- Built in 2018
- Traditional architecture
- Individually decorated
- Individually furnished
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
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
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Mae Culpa restaurant nearby]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from October 1 2024 to October 31 2026 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
15 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per vehicle (one-way)
- Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 60 (one-way)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Clothing is optional at this property
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the spa tub without adult supervision
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HelveTico Chalets & Reserve Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
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Amenities
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Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Martin, Costa Rica
Travelled with family and small children
7 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We do not know where to start. This place is phenomenal. Josue the host is very attentive and fast in the communication. We were able to contact him anytime and he was always super friendly. He made us feel at home. The location of the house is a dream. Whether the view is clear and you have a heavenly view of mountains and even the ocean or if you are suddenly surrounded by the clouds, it is a highlight. The house is very clean with beautiful and well-kept garden around. Another highlight was the warm jacuzzi. This holiday home is an absolute must for those who want to see Costa Rica from all sides. Beach and mountains. We will definitely go there again!
Martin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019