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Los Altos De Eros: Traveler Reviews

Los Altos De Eros
Average price*: $395 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5.0 based on 136 reviews 136 reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 28 hotels in Tamarindo
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  • Hotel class: 5 of 5
  • Rooms: 6
Description: Perched high on a hill somewhere between heaven and earth lies Costa Rica's exceptional Los Altos de Eros Luxury Inn & Spa. Located precisely where... This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
Tamarindo
Costa Rica

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“Very Impressive Property and Service”

Los Altos De Eros

5 of 5 stars
Rochester, NY
Mar 4, 2008
6/6 found this review helpful

My wife and I spent 2 nights at Los Altos de Eros in early February, 2008. We came in from Playa Junquillal after 2 nights near Arenal Volcano and 2 nights in Playa Junquillal.

The resort is several kilometers up a winding track from the main road outside Tamarindo, which added to the great secluded feel. Once inside, the property (both rooms and common areas) is so luxurious that one can forget about the wilderness just outside. We were greeted with fruit smoothies and a tour of the property, including a spa, yoga ashram, infinity pool and our queen poolside room. The room was simple but elegant, with a nice bathroom, outdoor tile shower and A/C. Perfectly lovely for us. The sounds from the kitchen outside our room were never really a problem.

As others have said, be prepared for some minor interaction with the local wildlife. We found this to be a cool aspect of the property. We had little (and harmless) tree frogs in the outdoor shower and numerous lizards came out at night to eat bugs. Also saw a large iguana poolside one morning. These events give Los Altos de Eros a "camping luxe" feel - a great juxtaposition of luxury accommodations and nature.

The staff and owners were all wonderful. I came to Los Altos de Eros nursing a stomach bug from drinking the water in Junquillal. While the staff catered to me with drinks and special food requests to soothe my sensitive stomach, owner Jackie had her driver pick up medication for me in Tamarindo. All this special attention was without additional charge. Jackie even refused my request to pay for the meds.

The hotel also put out a complimentary Super Bowl Sunday spread of different pizzas for the guests to enjoy during the game, even though it was not an evening when dinner is generally served by the hotel. Classy and impressive.

My only regrets were that I couldn't do the couples massage with my wife (canceled w/o charge) or truly enjoy the Saturday evening dinner and drinking because of how I was feeling. She had to do the massage alone. Oh well!

Guests should remember that breakfast and lunch dining, and the 2x weekly dinners, are served community style with all guests sitting at one large table. We found it enjoyable to dine and converse and laugh with the other guests and Jackie and Calvin, all of whom were sympathetic to (and a little mocking of!)my plight. However, be advised if you are not the type of person that enjoys meeting and dining with cool new people.

Thanks again to Los Altos de Eros for all the TLC.

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
lkhjah's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Member since: April 27, 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
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“100% Absolute Best”

Los Altos De Eros

5 of 5 stars
Baltimore
Mar 2, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

My Wife and I recently stayed at Los Altos De Eros during our honeymoon. Everything was wonderful from the service of the staff, to the splendid meals to the natural beauty of the location within Costa Rica.
The best way to describe it would be a luxurious Bed and Breakfast. Imagine having every luxury at your fingertips, superb spa service, delicious drinks, fabulous food and excellent accommodations (please excuse the excessive alliterations). We were greeted as old friends and treated like Royalty.
What we enjoyed most about our stay was the communal feel. Eating meals with the other guests was truly interesting as we enjoyed stories about other parts of Costa Rica.
My wife and I loved Los Altos De Eros so much that we are already trying to plan a return trip next year. I would reccomend this outstanding inn to anyone wthout a seconds hesitation. That's why I think Los Altos De Eros is the 100% Absolute Best.

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
abconnelly's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 25-34
Member since: March 02, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service
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“Once again, fantastic”

Los Altos De Eros

5 of 5 stars
El Paso
Mar 1, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

Our second stay at Altos de Eros - hard to believe but better than the first time. In week one my wife and I stayed a couple of nights to celebrate our 40th anniversary. The following week we took over the whole place with long time friends to continue the celebration. As good as Altos is when you share the experience with other guests, it's even better when your party takes over the whole place. Service, food, ambiance and restful atmosphere are impossible to beat. Jackie, Calvin and the staff made our 40th celebration a lifetime memory. They simply could not do enough for us. If you are looking for a place to relax, to pamper yourself - this is it.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Service, family like atmosphere
    • Disliked — Nothing
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
dang213's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Traveled with: Friends
Visit was for: Personal event (wedding, ...)
Age group: 50-64
Member since: January 22, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, People with disabilities, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine, Spa
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“...a truly lovely vacation”

Los Altos De Eros

5 of 5 stars
Toronto, ON
Feb 20, 2008
5/5 found this review helpful

Just returned from a week long vacation at Los Altos de Eros...it was really everything we hoped it would be. We had planned to be quite busy with day trips and so forth, but got so comfortable just relaxing, that we ended up staying on the grounds for most of the trip..not a bad place to hang out for sure!

We loved our afternoon trips to the beach, hanging out by the pool with the other guests (all of whom were friendly, funny and great to be around..) We were entertained by Josh's stories, impromptu games of twister ("is that a man's hand???"), watching "wildlife reality tv", eating some great food and washing it down with Imperial beer and Chilena wine. The staff, as others have mentioned, were gracious and kind..the perfect blend of discretion and familiarity.

A few things for guests to keep in mind: bring the phone number of the hotel with you when you travel, just in case there are any mix-ups (we send our huge thanks to the people of CR who were so helpful to us when we arrived), light sleepers may want to bring a sleep mask (I found the rooms a bit bright at night, but I am a light sleeper)..non-early risers may want to book the King rooms or the suite (Queen rooms close to the dining area can be noisy in the early morning as staff prepare breakfast). This is a rather remote location, so wildlife does appear, sometimes in surprising ways..keep an open mind about this.

All and all, a truly lovely vacation spot with beautiful scenary, great staff and fun "house mates". I will miss the costa rican "gravy" at meals, watching Mike and Mike duke it out over the last creme brule. talking yoga with Jim and Allison...and much more!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — cleanliness, great staff, other guests, food
    • Disliked — somtimes missed being on the beach..
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
hollydaze's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: August 25, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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“Paradise Found”

Los Altos De Eros

5 of 5 stars
Oshkosh-WI-USA
Feb 7, 2008
6/6 found this review helpful

Imagine paradise, if you will.....
Arriving in Costa Rica to a 110-degree temperature change was a welcomed jolt to the senses. But even that did not come close to the unexpected warmth and welcome that enveloped us during our two weeks at Los Altos de Eros -- yes TWO weeks of decadent bliss.
It was such a perfect escape that we were decidedly content to spend our days simply slipping into the pool, reading, walking the country roads, and watching the incredible sunsets while the monkeys played in the treetops.
The food is healthful, beautifully presented, and offers the very best in Costa Rican cuisine. Our day in the spa: a gift for body and soul.... The river tour: unforgettable....
We will carry with us the smiles and genuine warmth of the staff. There was never a request unanswered or a need unanticipated....even to the Kleenex passed to me at goodbye.
We hope to return to worship at the beautiful new St. Mary Church in Tamarindo where a replica of Michaelangelo Buonarroti's Pieta will soon take its place (commissioned from China master sculptors by a US benefactor). There we will continue to give thanks for the beautiful country, the beautiful people, and Los Altos de Eros.
Yes....."somewhere between heaven and earth."

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
L-M-Strasser's Summary
Date of Stay: January 2008
Member since: September 19, 2006
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