Los Altos Resort, San JoséLos Altos Resort in San José, Costa Rica has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 61 of 88 hotels we score in San José. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction. Rooms from about $864 a night (cached, not a live quote).Los Altos Resort is a boutique hotel situated in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. It sits within a private reserve surrounded by tropical rainforest and offers access to a private beach. The property features an infinity-edge swimming pool, a spa, a fitness centre, and an open-air restaurant. Guest rooms include modern interiors and lounge areas with views of the ocean or the forest. This resort suits families and travellers seeking a secluded nature experience. While the setting is scenic, some guests have reported issues with food quality and staff communication.What stands out

Private beach access

Infinity-edge pool

Spacious family rooms

Watch out for

Mediocre food quality

Inconsistent staff communication

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