We just returned from Costa Rica where we spent just one night at Casa Laurin but it was an unbelievable experience. It was more like staying at the home of a good friend than in a hotel. Ginette was so wonderful and accommodating. She made arrangements to have the rental car company come pick up our car so we did not have the stress of returning it before going to the airport in the morning. She arranged our transport to the airport with her driver, Edourdo, who provided a tour on the way as well as guidance as to what to do when we got there. We weren't quite ready when he arrived a little early and loaded all our luggage and waited for us to be ready. We had an early departure and Ginette was provided an early breakfast of coffee, juice, fruit and toast to accommodate our schedule. The accommodations were outstanding and the bed was extremely comfortable. We had TV in English and were able to watch the Super Bowl. The neighborhood was safe and secure and just blocks from the Walmart and a number of excellent restaurants. Although we only had the one night, it's a place we would have been comfortable for a much longer stay.

When you go to San Jose (Escazu) be sure and stay with Ginette Laurin at Casa Laurin. My husband Lee, and I have stayed 4 times over the years and love her courtesy, great B&B, wonderful food, and helpfulness. Ginette goes out of the ordinary way to make you feel welcome, comfortable and content. She even took us to downtown San Jose to help me find a tablecloth I wanted. Ginette's home is immaculate and has every amenity!

Suzan Baker

We stayed with Ginette1 and Ginette2 at Casa Laurin while in Costa Rica. We had stayed in two other properties prior to moving to Casa Laurin. It was such a relief to be greeted at the door by the owner like long-lost relatives rather than the usual impersonal paid staff of a hotel. The place is BEAUTIFUL!! Lovely Large rooms - interesting decor - ambiance like being at home - clean & inviting pool - and an 'honor bar'!! They both did everything possible to make our stay there enjoyable and comfortable. And their knowledge of interesting local places to see is fantastic - ask about the Herb Farm.

The breakfast each day was varied, healthy and prepared hot and as we had asked - fruit juices, coffee/tea, toast, diced assorted fresh fruits, meat & eggs, cereals (hot & cold) yogurts, and much more almost anything you could wish for!
Our room was excellent - big & comfortable bed, extra large bathroom, balcony with table & chairs, cable TV (including English channels) and so much more.

Oh, and if you need it, there is a big new Walmat only 3 blocks away - and in that area are several banks, restaurants, shops and stores

AND - be sure to take advantage of their special driver and guide - Edwardo. We had used a 'taxi' driver on a previous day to visit a couple of places out of the city. His abrupt stop & go driving plus twisting roads actually made me queasy and my wife violently sick - so much so we aborted the day trip at noon. Edwardo then was our driver & guide for three trips, all for long distances into the hills outside of San Jose, and he was GREAT! Slow on the sharp curves and stops to show us many interesting places - both those we planned and several we would never have known if he did not take us there. And out in the hills, miles from any town, he found lovely restaurants for lunch!

(Oh - even if you do not stay at Casa Laurin, if you need a day trip or simply transportation to another area, call and see if Edwardo is available - you will not regret it!

Me and my husband spent our wedding night there (last night). The house is beautiful, clean, relaxing and the host, Ginette, is a very pleasant person, she even brought us breakfast to our room this morning. We stayed in the superior room, it looks exactly like it does on the website, only bigger. The bed is big and comfy, and I kind of wished we could have spent another night. Ginette knows Costa Rica well and is evident that she loves -as she told us and as we could see- what she does. Very recommended.