Well, I spent the last 9 days in the standard room of the Casa Vino, and I have to really give credit to them. From before I even arrived in SJO they were helpful in providing me with info I wanted and needed, and provided me with every service. They also arranged to have a driver waiting for me at the airport, with the keys to the place, and my fee to the driver was the same as it would have been to take a reg taxi.
The place itself was perfect for me. It's just like having your own private apartment in San Jose. No noisy hotels, no front desk security, and no chica fees! The room is located 30 seconds on foot from the ZB and the same distance from the NF. It's also next to the Clarion Hotel and there is a constant stream of taxis going by. 5 minute walk from the DR (daytime only)
The room has a safe, a fridge, a TV that includes movie channels, is climate controlled, has a phone and an alarm clock, and a big shower stall with lots of room for for a soapy chica to play with you. The only downside there is that the water pressure could have been a little better. Maid service is available at your request only, so if you don't want to be bothered you won't be, but if you need something it's there. The house has only 2 suites, a larger master suite that includes a wet bar, a kitchen, and a living room with a wall sized projection tv, or the standard room that I stayed in. The room is not fancy, but is very comfortable. both suites have separate entrances, but the whole place can be rented together as a 2 bedroom house and the connecting door off the stairwell can be opened to make it one unit. The rates are reasonable and of course your CRT VIP discount applies here.
This place is a great new alternative to staying in the big hotels, and I really want to give props up to the guys that run it. I was only the 4th customer for them, and I'm sure this place will become more popular going forward, and as the word gets around. Their service was great, and I recommend it highly, especially for you regular ZB visitors! Give it a look!
