Easy Living, Simplistic Elegance

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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4105 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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San José, San José

Estadio Nacional
‪5 min walk‬
Sabana Park
‪7 min walk‬
National Stadium of Costa Rica
‪8 min walk‬
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.)
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

Secondary bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Powder room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

In the heart of San José, only 2 blocks from the emblematic National Stadium and La Sabana Metropolitan Park on a quiet but well connected area.
Charming building with 24/7 security, elevator and open terrace on the 4th floor (shared area).
Recently remodelled and fully furnished.
1 Parking space
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
1 Powder room
1 Kitchen (Fully equiped)
Living room / Dinning room
Herbs Garden nook

Property manager

Irene Ureña Porras

Languages

English, Spanish

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets are considered extra guests, please add them!

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Never smoke inside the house, go to the terrace

Important information

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

San José

Located in San José, this apartment is in the city centre. Children's Museum and Cariari Bowling Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle and La Salle Natural Science Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica, or consider a night out at Parque Viva. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding nearby.

San José, San José

What's nearby

Estadio Nacional - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Sabana Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
National Stadium of Costa Rica - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Museum of Costa Rican Art - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

San Jose Sabana Station - 14 min walk
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
‪The Cloud - ‬6 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
‪Novillo Alegre Sabana - ‬3 min walk
‪Restaurante El Dorado - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Easy Living, Simplistic Elegance pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Easy Living, Simplistic Elegance?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Easy Living, Simplistic Elegance?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Easy Living, Simplistic Elegance located?

Located in Mata Redonda, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Estadio Nacional, Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle and La Salle Natural Science Museum are also within 15 minutes. San Jose Sabana Station is 14 minutes by foot and San Jose Contraloria Station is 24 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

2 March 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent 5 Star

We had a wonderful time, Very close to Prisma Dental,Everything we needed and so comfortable!will be back !TY !

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony J.

15 April 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

San Jose Costa rica

On the positive everything went well and the place was very convenient to down town and prisma dental where my wife and I had our dental work done. , very quite place , only rental in the complex .

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

quentin b., Nampa,Idaho

11 April 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort and quiet in the City

What can we say except amazing place! Has all you need to make your own meals or if you prefer within walking distance of a variety of restaurants. My wife and I both elderly had no qualms whatsoever about feeling safe walking in this neighborhood even after dark. The condo’s decor is simple but very impressive with its paintings and such, the remodel an architectural delight. Bed was comfortable as was the couch and tv viewing area. Irene could not have been more accommodating,in fact way beyond what we expect from a host. PURA VIDA!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Bryan D.

15 March 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Pleasant... felt like home

Somewhat unique.... very nice size. well appointed.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara & R.

27 October 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

This condo deserves 6 stars. It is clean, bright and comfortable. The kitchen is full of everything you will need to make your own meals should you choose to do so. The beds were really comfortable for us. There are laundry facilities and a roof top terrace. The Owner always replied promptly to our inquiries. The Manager, Cynthia, is simply a delight. She knows the condo, the building, the area, and she can answer all of your questions. Her English is fluent and enthusiastic. The area is safe, and you have easy access to wherever you might want to go. You will not regret reserving this condo!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sean R., Boca Raton, FL

3 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended

the owner and the property manager were an absolute pleasure to deal with. The property is extremely well kept, very spacious, comfortable and located very close to restaurants, supermarkets and the stadium. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carolynn M., Lyons, CO

27 March 2019

Modern and convenient

The space is beautiful, 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, and a kitchen that has everything you need, lots of storage, closets with hangers and more! Area is very safe, near stadium and parks and all types of restaurants and groceries. Owner responds quickly, and the manager is helpful for the area too. I stayed 2 weeks for medical treatment and was so happy to have this amazing space.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

9 July 2018

Excellent Place, we will be back !

My wife and I are travelling around Costa Rica with our small dog. Irene's place is just as good if not better in person than in the photos. She was very responsive to all communication and her manager Cynthia was super accommodating. We can't say enough about how pleasant our stay here was. The location is excellent and we were able to walk to many place around the area to eat or shop for some snacks. The area felt safe and we enjoyed it very much.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

25 April 2018

Beautiful apartment near stadium and restaurants.

Stayed here with my mom in April 2018. We were here having dental work done. Taxis were always waiting a few blocks away at Scotia Bank. Apartment was clean and nicely furnished, exactly like the photos. Looking forward to visiting again.

10/10 Excellent

Carol P., Barrie, Canada

7 February 2018

Location ideal, tastefully decorated - couldn't have been happier!

We spent 3 weeks here in January. We were looking for a place to comfortably escape the northern cold, explore what San Jose had to offer and have easy access to the highways for travelling the countryside - this was perfect. The condo has everything you need for a comfortable stay - fully equipped kitchen, renovated throughout, modern washrooms, comfortable beds, light and airy - just as described only somehow even better. The nights were quiet and great for sleeping. Underground parking was secure. We took advantage of the 4th floor terrace for relaxing with our morning coffee. The building is a delightful low rise with only 11 units and blends in to this upscale neighbourhood. We thoroughly enjoyed walking to great coffee shops and restaurants in the area - comfortable day or night - and loved the proximity of the big Sabana Park with its joggers, soccer games and family picnics. Even though we had a rental car we usually walked to the Hilton on the corner to get an inexpensive cab to the downtown area with it's excellent museums and restaurants. We were on the highways within minutes and the airport is just 20 minutes away. We had easy contact with Irene who made sure our check in and out and anything else we had questions about was promptly facilitated. We hope to return again!

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

13 November 2017

Great apartment in the perfect location!

We had an amazing 4 night stay. The apartment was clean, very well equipped and in a great location. The building is fabulous. Would absolutely stay again!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Elena H., Cologne, Germany

24 July 2017

Alles perfekt!

Zentral, aber ruhig gelegen, perfekt ausgestattet, viel Platz, wunderschön eingerichtet! Irene ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle N.

18 September 2016

Stay at Irene's Apartment

I stayed at Irene's place Mid-August. The apartment was exactly as you see in the photos. The apartment was modern, clean and extremely tidy. My friend and I were very comfortable in her space. The apartment is located in a central area in San Jose. It is two blocks away from the Hilton Garden hotel La Sabana, where tours can be coordinated. It is not too far from the National Stadium. I was able to walk to nearby shops and restaurants (McDonalds, Starbucks, Juan Valdez, Cosi, Frest Market, etc.). The apartment is approximately 15 mins away from the airport. Irene was a good host; she easily accessible by phone, although the main form of communication was text for any questions that I had. Overall, I would highly recommend Irene's apartment for those wanting find a place to stay in San Jose, Costa Rica.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth C.

26 April 2016

NICE SPOT!!!!!!!!!!

We truly enjoyed this property.....We stayed here for 5 nights in April 2016. Very Nice and comfortable place. Our host Irene made sure we had everything we needed.....and she checked up on us during our stay to make sure we were okay. Many GOOD places to eat close by. Definitely endorse this property!!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette S., Bloomington, Indiana

17 March 2016

Great apartment, great host!

My husband, our 23-yr-old daughter, and I stayed here for 5 nights in March and completely loved it! Irene emailed and texted with us several times to answer questions and give us tips and helpful info -- she was one of the nicest hosts we've had in many vrbo experiences. The area felt very safe, and we walked around even at night and were never concerned. Several good restaurants within reasonable walking distance, and the Estadio/Sabana bus (catch it heading west just northeast of the stadium) will take you all the way to the Teatro downtown. Locked parking for our rental car was a plus as well. Easy to drive out of town for adventures as well. I will recommend this place to everyone I know!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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5 September 2015

Beautiful, well-located apartment in the heart of San Jose

I stayed in this apartment with a friend for a week this past August 2015. The place is adorable and the host very accessible. The two bedrooms are amply sized, the bathroom well-appointed and the kitchen well-stocked. Most useful for us, was the apartment´s location near a new hotel, making both the search for taxis and arranging tours (through the hotel concierge desk) super easy (it also helped that my cellphone loaded with the popular Easy Taxi app was working). The neighborhood is safe and has a Starbuck´s, Juan Valdez and Cosi right in the neighborhood, as well as a small supermarket where we bought breakfast items. The building is also nice and quiet. I highly recommend the apartment.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

5 September 2015

The perfect apartment for San Jose

Irene was great she was waiting for us at the condo to show us how everything worked, the neighborhood was much quieter than I was expecting with it being so close to San Jose downtown. We felt safe and it was so close to the vet we needed to go to so it was perfect. Our elderly dog loved the elevator as she has trouble with stairs. Everything was exactly as described, the bed was very comfortable, and the condo was recently renovated and was modern and comfortable. All of the furniture was comfortable and very nice. I'd highly recommend this condo to anyone coming to San Jose.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Isabel A.

5 September 2015

Perfect flat for the city

Irene's place its located in one of the best areas of San Jose, it's close to everything and it's very safe. The flat is really well taking care off in every detail which makes it super cozy and luxurious. We staid here for about a week and had a great time, Irene made sure we had everything we needed and was very sweet making us feel like this was our home. After many Airbnb experiences we can really say this one excited our expectations. Thank you for your great hospitality!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Russ G.

30 August 2015

Close, Clean, Contemporary

Terrific apartment in San Jose! The location was perfect for our needs - close to the national stadium - and within easy reach to taxi services, restaurants and a food market. The apartment itself was clean, contemporary and looked just like the pictures. It was easy to communicate with Irene. Highly recommend!

About the host

Hosted by Irene Ureña Porras

I love traveling and therefore I also like people who travels. I'll be satisfy if my home makes you feel somehow like a local because it's the kind of experience that I look forward when I travel.

I'm an architect and I'm always looking for new ideas, my home is constantly changing and improving. I love simple, practical and clean places. The smaller details sometimes give me the biggest confort.

I lived in London for one year and a half and I think it's the best city in the world. I like big, modern and hectic cities but I also appreciate historic, small and quiet towns. I like contrast and variety and I'm always happy to know new places.

I'm extremely tidy and organised.

I like well ventilated and bright places.

I love retro, vintage and classics styles but my home is very simple and modern.

Why they chose this property

It is probably the safest neighborhood in San José because many embassies and high profile politicians live here so there is a lot of private security and it is regularly patrolled.

Historically it was also known as the Jewish area too. One of the most exclusive, richest, therefore cleaner and better kept areas in Costa Rica. Small Parks, good restaurants and coffee places. Only 2 blocks from the National Stadium and the biggest and better known park in San José La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

This building is a located on a quiet bubble in the middle of very active and thriving area.

What makes this property unique

All the tours going to the most popular Eco-Touristic destinations use the Hilton Garden Inn as a pick-up point so you can walk 2 blocks and you are ready for adventure any day!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

Secondary bedroom

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Bathroom

Powder room

Spaces

About this property