Hotel Grano de Oro features 32 uniquely design rooms, as well as three signature suites. All rooms are furnished in tropical Victorian styles with wrought-iron beds and rich damask fabrics in three jeweled color schemes: navy, burgundy and forest-green. The decor and furniture are handcrafted by Costa Rican artists. No two rooms are alike. Private baths are blue and white Italian tile adorned with gleaming brass fixtures.

The hotel's public spaces include a charming atrium terrace and corridors with sparkling fountains and lush tropical plants. For a private moment, the rooftop garden offers a Jacuzzi and sunbathing patio with gorgeous city views. The Grano de Oro restaurant is also one of the finest in the city, serving continental cuisine in an intimate, partially open-air atmosphere. Service here is paramount, as one can note from the perpetually smiling staff who welcome  guests. All rooms are designated as smoke-free, with smoking permitted in the restaurant, gardens and common areas.

If you feel like a treat, book the Vista de Oro Suite, the hotel's piece de resistance. Reached by a private staircase, the suite lives up to its name commanding a breathtaking view of the cordillera central mountain range and the Central Valley skyline. Individually handmade tiles cover the walls and are complemented by rich wood paneling and antique furniture.

The hotel's Garden Suite includes your own tropical garden while the Family Suite sleeps up to five people. The most spacious rooms fall into the Deluxe category, while Superior and Standard rooms offer economical comfort in an intimate, cozy setting.