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Out of Bounds Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel connected to a shopping center in San Rafael with free breakfast

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Front of property - evening/night
View from property
Mountain view
Dining
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Located in the heart of Escazu, Out of Bounds Hotel offers a vibrant retreat with free cooked-to-order breakfast and daily manager's reception. Unwind on the rooftop terrace, explore shopping on site, or stroll through the garden. With free WiFi and self parking for added convenience.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Junior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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 are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Multiplaza Mall Escazu. Don't miss out on a visit to Spirogyra Butterfly Garden. Kayaking and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Hospital Cima San José - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Sabana Park - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Matsuri - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Alacena - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Spoon - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Go Fish - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Out of Bounds Hotel

Hotel near Multiplaza Mall Escazu
Located close to Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theater, Out of Bounds Hotel provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a rooftop terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and a garden.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and free newspapers
  • A gift shop, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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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 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

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
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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Out of Bounds Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Out of Bounds Hotel?

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. Jade Museum and National Museum of Costa Rica are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Out of Bounds Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 164 reviews

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Becca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t let the outside fool you!! It looks like it is shut down/closed. But just go to the door and ring the bell. They will let you in to the most beautiful place. The big door scared the crap out of me. Looks like a haunted house out front but it is just the door that opens at a beautiful palace!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

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

6/10 Okay

Miguel

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No AC unit inside. FAN did not work inside. Spare fan did not work. Ants on the floor. Breakfast was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Raymond

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not clean. I stayed there 6 nights and they did not once come and clean room or change towels. In addition a review of my credit card showed i was billed for the total week, which was correct and also billed separately for 1 night during the week and an another night the day after i left
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skye

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

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

4/10 Poor

Erick

Disliked: Cleanliness
Más atención en la limpieza
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

diego

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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