# Posada El Quijote: a hillside B&B in Escazú above San José > Posada El Quijote is a small, family-run bed and breakfast on a hill in Escazú, about 5 km from central San José, with views over the Central Valley. It suits travelers who want a calm, comfortable first or last night near the capital, and longer stays thanks to its studio apartments. Source: https://www.travelincostarica.net/posada-el-quijote/ Last checked: 2026-10-21 Location: Escazú, Central Valley, Costa Rica Type: bed and breakfast, hotel Official website: https://quijote.cr/ Best for: First and last nights in Costa Rica, business travelers and longer stays Rooms: 8 rooms (standard, superior and deluxe), 2 studio apartments and a family apartment Breakfast: Made-to-order American or typical breakfast, included On site: Gardens, pool, library, Wi-Fi, secure parking, 24-hour reception Setting: Hilltop in Bello Horizonte, Escazú, about 5 km from central San José Run by: Andrea and Bjorn, owners since 2013 ## What it's like Posada El Quijote is a bed and breakfast in Bello Horizonte, a leafy hillside neighborhood of Escazú, the suburb just west of San José. It sits on top of the first hill about 5 km from the city center, high enough to look out over the Central Valley, the city lights and the volcanoes beyond, and far enough out to stay quiet. The house dates from the 1960s, when it was built as a family home, and some of the original wood floors and ceilings are still there. It's been a guesthouse since the mid-1990s. Andrea and Bjorn, a Colombian and Norwegian couple, took it over in 2013 and live on site with their family. We first wrote about it in 2014, and we checked it again in October 2026: the website was current and guests were still leaving reviews in 2026. ## The rooms There are 8 rooms in three types, plus apartments for longer stays: - **Standard rooms** have a queen bed or two twins. - **Superior rooms** have a king bed, a kitchenette for light cooking and a private terrace facing the garden. - **Deluxe rooms** have a king or two queen beds, with a patio or balcony. - **Two studio apartments** have their own entrance, a full kitchen, laundry facilities, a sitting area and a balcony. - **A family apartment**, the largest unit, has a full kitchen, a king bed with city views, a second bedroom with a bunk bed and a terrace onto the garden. All rooms have a private bathroom, cable TV and handmade wood furniture. The studios, deluxe and superior rooms have air conditioning. ## Breakfast and services Breakfast is included and cooked to order, either American style or a typical Costa Rican plate, served on the front terrace among plants and a fountain. During the day you can use the gardens, the pool, the library and the back terrace, which is the spot for sunset and city lights. Reception is staffed around the clock, and the owners can arrange airport pickups, private drivers and transport to other parts of the country. There's Wi-Fi, laundry service, safes and secure parking. ## What to do from here The posada works with local tour operators for day trips from San José, such as Poás Volcano, coffee farm visits, rafting and city walks. Escazú itself has plenty of restaurants and shopping close by. If you're heading out to the coast or the mountains next, see our guide to [getting around Costa Rica](/getting-around-costa-rica/) and our page on [San José and Liberia airports](/costa-rica-airports-sjo-or-liberia/). ## Who it suits (and who it doesn't) It suits travelers who want a quiet, personal place to land after a flight or spend a last night before flying home, plus anyone staying a while in the San José area. It's not a resort, and it's not walkable to downtown San José, so plan on taxis or a car for city sightseeing. ## Getting there From Juan Santamaría airport (SJO), you head toward San José on Highway 1, take the beltway toward Escazú, then climb into Bello Horizonte. The hotel shows up on Google Maps and Waze, and it can send a driver to meet you at the airport. For more places to sleep around the country, see [where to stay in Costa Rica](/where-to-stay-in-costa-rica/). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is breakfast included? Yes. A made-to-order American or typical Costa Rican breakfast is served each morning. ### Does Posada El Quijote have a pool? Yes. There's a pool in the garden with views over San José. ### Can the hotel pick me up at the airport? Yes. Airport pickups can be arranged with the hotel. ### Is it good for longer stays? Yes. The studio apartments and family apartment have full kitchens, and the hotel offers reduced rates for longer stays. ### Is someone at reception at night? Yes. Reception is staffed 24 hours a day, and the owners live on site.