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Author:  Michwolverine [ Wed Apr 13, 2011 8:51 pm ]
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I have never been to CR, but I would love to go. As of now I am planning a 6 or 7 day trip in Aug. I have read so much stuff in the past few weeks I can’t remember what I read where. Even after reading and watching tons of video I still have 1000 questions.
1. I don’t want to spend a lot on a hotel, but there are things I would like: A mini fridge, safe place to keep my things (wallet, money, laptop, passport, etc.), a private bath and a room that allows smoking. Does the freebird still not allow smoking in their Deluxe
suites? Btw I am not to keen on hearing what my neighbors in the hotel are doing or them hearing me through the walls :oops:
2. Hotel Tiquicia. I have heard reviews on other sites, but not on this site. I have contacted them and he quoted me a price of $49.50 a night, which is above there advertised price of $40 and $45 a night for all the stuff I wanted. I thought price was suppose to go down during the green season :?: I assume that price he gave me like everything else in CR is open to negotiation.

Any help would be appreciated. 2 down only 998 more to go.
Author:  HikerTom [ Thu Apr 14, 2011 12:28 am ]
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The Amistad has all you want, and if you become a VIP member you'll get the weekly discount of 25% off the room rate for that 6+ day trip. A queen bed room there is normally $69.00, do the math. :D
Author:  Cujo's [ Thu Apr 14, 2011 4:44 pm ]
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Srilm wrote:
Michwolverine wrote:
A mini fridge, safe place to keep my things (wallet, money, laptop, passport, etc.), a private bath and a room that allows smoking


Sportsmens Lodge. All rooms have those amenities. In addition, all rooms now have flat screen TV's, I do believe. Lowest price on the website is $59 per night. A 10% CRT discount is applicable, and sometimes other specials are available (just call or email).

SR


+1 not to mention its by far the best place to get a first trip started... :idea: :wink:


Cujo
Author:  Michwolverine [ Thu Apr 14, 2011 10:52 pm ]
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thanx alot guyz for the info. still making calls and sending emails. i really want to do this right :D
Author:  Scuba1 [ Mon Apr 18, 2011 11:48 am ]
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Michwolverine wrote:
thanx alot guyz for the info. still making calls and sending emails. i really want to do this right :D



Don't "overthink it" (And in general, don't overplan your trip - CR defines a "go w/ the flow" kind of place :lol: - you are going to be fine, and will likely have a great time :) )

You just rec'd some great suggestions - I'll give you another; Morazon - budget, great location (block away from a big pink building) -

If its your 1st trip, strongly consider Sportsmans - you will meet many like minded guys, and learn a lot from them.

Just MHO, but avoid the real budget places like Hotel Nuevo Johnson, as well as the large American chain hotels - in fact, stick to the sponsors on this site - while I think some of the praise for Sportsmans can be a tad over the top sometimes - especially for the food :P - you can't argue that the owner is a good guy, cares about his guests, has great employees and you seldom read anything bad about the place.

PS Freebird is OK, but limits smoking to SOME of their rooms, and has a no cigar policy - deal breaker for me - YMMV.
Author:  Baqueta [ Mon Apr 18, 2011 4:32 pm ]
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Michwolverine wrote:
I thought price was suppose to go down during the green season :?:


Usually not the case in San Jose.
Author:  Michwolverine [ Wed Apr 20, 2011 1:37 am ]
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Quote:
Don't "overthink it" (And in general, don't overplan your trip - CR defines a "go w/ the flow" kind of place :lol: - you are going to be fine, and will likely have a great time :) )


Thanx again guyz, Suba1 you were exactly right. I was over thinking it. I am just going to stay at SL. I want to save cash, but not if it comes at the cost of effing up my trip. I have read enough to kno that SL is the place to start off ur day. 8) 8) 8)

see you guyz in CR :D :D :D
Author:  Scuba1 [ Wed Apr 20, 2011 8:02 pm ]
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My pleasure - I've been there and done that too (to use a very trite saying :shock: ) - the other way works better :) :lol: :)

Sounds like you have a real good plan - get out and see some of the city when you are there - you may meet up w/ guys who can walk around and give you a tour; talk to guys at meals, the bar at Sportsmans - you will separate the knowledgeable from the Drugstore Cowboys quickly -

If not, consider "Pops Guide Service" - he's one of us and you can get his web site and contact info by doing a search - well worth whatever he is charging ($50??).
Author:  Michwolverine [ Sat Apr 30, 2011 8:16 am ]
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thanx. I am going to contact "pops". i just booked my flight and room at SL. i decided i can't wait till Aug. so i am going from May 31 to June 7 :D :D :D
Author:  Scuba1 [ Sat Apr 30, 2011 1:03 pm ]
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I amy be down the 18th of May - sorry I'll miss you - have a good trip :)
Author:  Michwolverine [ Sat May 14, 2011 3:04 am ]
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yea that’s too bad I need all the all the knowledge I can get. Do you care if I pm you with dumb ass newbie questions?
Author:  DGD [ Sat May 14, 2011 9:03 am ]
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Freebird is OK, but limits smoking to SOME of their rooms, and has a no cigar policy - deal breaker for me -

And very, very loud traffic and city noise and you will hear every thrust and every groan from the guy in the next room.
Author:  Bobby2Timz [ Mon May 16, 2011 4:15 am ]
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sorry the loud chicas I had my first trip kept you awake.
LOL
Bobby
Author:  JazzboCR [ Wed May 18, 2011 1:39 am ]
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Scuba1 wrote:


If not, consider "Pops Guide Service" - he's one of us and you can get his web site and contact info by doing a search - well worth whatever he is charging ($50??).

http://www.popsguideservice.net He's worth his price (almost) if only for his great stories.
Author:  67Supersport [ Mon May 23, 2011 12:43 pm ]
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Welcome Aboard Wolverine:

You’re well advised to stay at the SL for your premier voyage to CR.
As others have said, it’s a great place to get your sea legs.
 
I’ll be in port during your visit (3/30 thru 6/6).
Staying at the Freebird…with all the “noise”.
 
I have stayed other places in San Jose (HLH, SL and Amistad…all were good), but Freebird is my favorite.
Cigar restrictions don’t bother me a bit…Not exactly me leaf of choice.
Noise…I disagree that you can hear traffic noise at night from Avenida Segundo. (That street gets pretty deserted after 10pm)
 
Yes…you can hear loud noises from the adjoining room…not an issue for me.
I tend to be a late night person, and I like the fact that I don’t have to tip-toe around my suite during a late night party.
 
If the noise gets too loud, my neighbors know that all they have to do is tell me to quiet down…done. But usually, the neighbors are partying with me. (Got in a bit of trouble one time at the Amistad with the late-night antics.)
 
While you’re in town, if you’re curious what the ‘bird is like, you’re welcome to join us for a cold one and check out the lay of the land.
 
A good friend of mine is in the adjoining suite. (He’s probably a better person than I am to speak to the “noise from the adjoining room” issue.)
 
Enjoy your maiden voyage.
 
Nastarovia!
-sport
 
 
 
 
 
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