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Out of Bounds Hotel

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A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase. - Out of Bounds Hotel (San Rafael)
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Located close to Multiplaza Mall Escazu, Out of Bounds Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a rooftop terrace. In addition to shopping on site and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

Junior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and towel rack.

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in San Rafael, Out of Bounds Hotel is connected to a shopping center. Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater of Costa Rica are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include National Center of Art and Culture and Spirogyra Butterfly Garden. Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Jade Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our San Rafael travel guide
Map
1 km Oeste de centro comercial Paco, San Rafael, San Jose, 60111

What's nearby

  • Refugio Animal de Costa Rica
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    4 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Plaza Itskazú
    5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Plaza Tempo
    5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
    6 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Contraloria Station
    13 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hoppy's Place
    11 min walk
  • Tsunami Sushi
    11 min walk
  • Pescatore
    12 min walk
  • Matsuri
    13 min walk
  • La Cava Alta Fiori
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between 9:30 PM and 2:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

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 front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between 9:30 PM and 2:30 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Out of Bounds Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Out of Bounds Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9:30 PM– 2:30 AM for a fee of USD 15.

What time is check-out at Out of Bounds Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Does Out of Bounds Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 25 per vehicle applies.

Where is Out of Bounds Hotel located?

Situated in San Rafael, this hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Multiplaza Mall Escazu and within 9 mi (15 km) of Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater of Costa Rica. Jade Museum and National Museum of Costa Rica are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Out of Bounds Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 183 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Driveway was a bit tricky, but the room was great, the view was spectacular and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Nadiezhda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Place overall is ok, nothing lixurious but good for the price. Breakfast was cery flavorful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property in a pretty good location, but it's clear that it's no longer in its prime. I'm told it's changed hands several times over the years, and now it's got a skeleton staff. That said, our room was clean and comfortable enough, the shared areas are really nice, the views are fantastic, and it's a very good deal. You can walk to several good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and it’s a safe and secure property. I parked the car and Uber to the mall. It was a $4 Uber.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DREW

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

Lovely new experience

The family was friendly and accommodating. Homemade breakfasts were tasty and nicely done. The view from the upper terrace was beautiful. The parking was tricky-- four small car spots inside the gate connected to a short, steep apron, emptying to a busy road Was easy to get to everything. The market, almost next door, had a great selection of fruits and veggies.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Angela

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

Satisfied

It was a good place to stay. Everything was satisfactory. Breakfast was great. Everything was clean. It had the sweet Costa Rica charm we all love. The view was amazing of San Jose. The only complaint was that the TV didn’t really work the best, but only the kids had a problem with that. Traffic around there is a bit rough, but not impossible, and you could walk to restaurants and any shopping you may be interested in if you wanted to. Overall, we are pretty satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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4/10 Poor

Esteban

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was great bu besides that you car ear every single noise surround you the pillows were terrible , the hair dryer wasn’t working and many other things. It’s unbelievable been on such a good area they don’t keep it to the expectations specially for the rate they charge you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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4/10 Poor

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We stayed for one night in 3 rooms. We encountered a strong chlorine odor in two of the rooms, and also found hair all over a supposedly clean bed. Additionally, parking is limited to apparently only 2 cars(we were able to fit 2 cars without bothering the spot that already had been taken), and the specific spot we had requested for accessibility reasons during the reservation process was not available upon arrival. Or I'm not sure if the one that was assigned to us was the accessible spot or not. While not necessarily anyone’s fault, we were woken very early, around 5 a.m. or earlier, by two men speaking loudly outside both rooms on the same floor. A designated quiet time, at least until 6 a.m., would be appreciated. Thanks to the office receptionist for the excellent welcome and for clearly explaining the rules and answering all my questions. Thanks to the breakfast waitress who gave us excellent service in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very basic hotel however good for the price. Parking is difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and quiet. The landscaping was absolutely beautiful. There was an outside table with chairs to enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique place, super friendly staff. Breakfast was top notch
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was quiet and good thing we have a great view of the city
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Best thing, it is on a bus line, right at the door, restaurant is across street
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome views
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mélanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed for one night…but the staff stayed late because our plane landed late.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Dean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is two space in a garage behind a steel garage door
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, nicely decorated. The room was very spacious, clean and a very nice bathroom with hottub and shower. The staff was friendly and helpful. The location near the mall was perfect for my first days in Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Close to anything you need in escazu. There’s a local bus stop directly in front of the hotel that makes it very convenient to get to the Coca Cola bus station easily. The view from the hotel is very beautiful and even better from the 3rd floor area. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view. Very friendly staff. Clean rooms. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the cost it’s perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on a main road between Escazu and Santa Ana, and right at bus stop. Though the drive is challenging if you are driving
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laima

Liked: Staff & service
Important to not expect something from 3 stars hotel, then you will be not disappointed. I chooses this place because good price and close to dentists clinic, between these buildings is local market. It was convenient for me. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elver

Was hard to find passed it three times. Pulled up to a gate had to beat on door. Very few parking spaces.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dick

Nothing for breakfast lovers

Simple accommodation for sleeping. For us, breakfast is important and one of the reasons why we chose this hotel. Unfortunately, the breakfast was a disappointment, we had to choose between 3 different choices. We chose Continental which consisted of a few pieces of banana, pineapple and melon as well as a piece of toasted bread with a small pat of butter and a cup of coffee.... Which we were far from full of! To eat more you have to pay...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025