bulldog10 wrote:
If you are really serious about getting work done there is a co-working space about a block from SL.
https://www.selina.com/costa-rica/san-jose/ It is also a hostel / yoga …. You can figure the vibe. But it’s an option. Telling the backpacker chicks you are staying at SL would not be recommended. I would have a cover story ready.
At most of the Selina locations you can also rent a "co-working hot desk" to work on a daily or weekly basis. They sometimes restrict availability based on their occupancy, but you can book in advance. In the three years I gave lived here, I have only used them twice, but both times the experience was great. It used to only be $8 per day, but I noticed on the web site it has risen to $14/day or $70/week. For that, you get desk space, high speed internet, kitchen access, free coffee and tea, plus typical office equipment.
While I have always found the WiFi at SL to be good, there are times when you don't want your Zoom call accented by bachata and a hooker asking "what yo name baby". Selina provides a good solution. I also find it easier to focus on work when I'm not in a bar. However, for a quick call, the sitting area in the SL clubhouse (near the gym) generally provides a quiet place with decent bandwidth.