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URBN-21: Digital nomad apartment in gay friendly Barrio Escalante
URBN-21: Digital nomad apartment in gay friendly Barrio Escalante
Alex & Kees
Response rate: 100% • Response time: < 12h
Happy to share local tips

URBN-21: Digital nomad apartment in gay friendly Barrio Escalante

San José, Costa RicaLGBTQ+ venues nearby•Map
Exceptional5.0(8)Booked 9 times
Entire place
2 guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
2 beds
Happy to share local tipsLGBTQ+ venues nearbyGym nearby or in the propertyWi-FiDedicated workspacePoolGymParking

The Reveal

This beautiful 2-bedroom apartment is setup with the Digital Nomad in mind!

Book your next trip here and receive all the warm and cozy features of a home away from home with quality furnishings, a fully equipped kitchen (with dishwasher and a full size oven), cable TV and super reliable 200 Mbps internet connection.

You’ll have 50 square meters to make your home for the duration of your stay, complete with an open kitchen and living area, one bedroom, one bathroom, and a spectacular balcony to cozy up on with a glass of wine and the stunning city lights of the Central Valley twinkling in the distance.

The windows have black-out shades for you to enjoy your beauty rest in either the queen bed or the comfy couch that serves as a small single bed. The interior has industrial finishes such as polished concrete floors and exposed concrete ceilings. From the bedrooms and balcony you'll enjoy spectacular views looking west over downtown San José.

How the beds work

Bedroom #11 Queen Bed
Bedroom #21 Couch

Little Luxuries

Happy to share local tips
LGBTQ+ venues nearby
Gym nearby or in the property
Wi-Fi
Dedicated workspace
Pool
Parking
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The Classics
Wi-Fi
Dedicated workspace
Kitchen
Pool
TV
Essentials
Hair dryer
Dishwasher
Iron
Parking
LGBTQ+ Favorites
LGBTQ+ venues nearby
Happy to share local tips
Gym
Gym nearby or in the property
Access
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
My location
City center
Fire protection
Smoke alarm
LGBTQ+ Kinky Amenities

Meet Your Proud Host

Alex & Kees
5.0(14 reviews)
E-mail verifiedPhone verifiedID verified
Member sinceSept. 2019
Response rate100%
Response time< 12h
Hello! We are Kees and Alex. We're a Dutch and Costa Rican couple together since 2014 and married since 2018. We're pretty relaxed people. Things that make us happy are sunshine, good food and wine. We also enjoy classical music and travelling. In 2019 we bought our first property together in Costa Rica. We have it listed here on Misterb&b. Feel free to check it out and think of us when planning your next vacation in Costa Rica.
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10 interests: Diva Legends / Movies / Opera & Ballet / Politics / Classical / Pop / World Music / Fitness / Winter sports / Yoga & Meditation

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Where It's All Happening

San José, Costa RicaExact location disclosed after booking only.
LGBTQ+ Safety Score: San José
5out of 5Very safeRated by 8 local misterb&b members

Your Queer Map: Nearby Gay Hotspots

Full gay city guide for San José »
Gay Bars & ClubsEl 13El 13
1.0 km22-minute walk
Gay Saunas & CruisingHispalisAv. Segunda, 1762
1.4 km29-minute walk
Gay Bars & ClubsClub O!
1.4 km29-minute walk
Gay RestaurantsCafé MundoAv. 9, C/. 15
1.4 km30-minute walk

Nearby Attractions

Barrio Escalante: Walk day and night the blocks just north of the building between Calles 25 and 35, Avenidas 1 and 13. This is the epicenter of San José's gastronomic revolution.

Barrio La California: next door to Escalante, rougher but very cool bar, clubbing and restaurant scene. Within 10 minutes walking distance.

Barrio Amón: historic neighborhood known for its architecture from the late 19th and early 20th century, with buildings of the most varied styles: Victorian, eclectic, neoclassical, Neomudéjar and others. Within 15 minutes walking distance.

Theaters: Teatro Nacional, Teatro Melico Salazar, Teatro la Aduana. Within 30 minutes walking.

Museums: Museo Nacional, Museo de Jade, Museo de Oro

Mercado Central: This is the authentic San José eating and shopping experience. It's a loud and crowded maze of shops that hasn't changed much since it was established in 1880.

Restaurant tip: Buchon Cantina is a sophisticated tapas restaurant that serves great wines in a beautifully restored old house. 10 minute taxi ride.

Gay scene: Bar 13, Club la Avispa, Club el Teatro, Club C3 Lab, Club Venue, Sauna Hispalis. All with a 10 minute taxi ride.

House Rules & Conditions

Check-infrom 2pm to 11pm
Checkoutto 12pm
Host recommendations

House Rules — URBN-21 Booking this property implies full knowledge and acceptance of these rules. Non-compliance may result in economic sanctions ranging from USD 75.00 to USD 350.00, which the host will reclaim through Misterb&b. 1. Common Areas • Free access to the gym, swimming pool, coworking space, yoga room, and lounge (7th floor). Access by non-registered persons is prohibited. • Showering in the outdoor shower before entering the pool is mandatory. Non-compliance incurs a direct fine of USD 250.00. • Workrooms R1 and R2 require prior reservation arranged through the host. • Recreational spaces (Tattoo Room, Cinema, Game Room, Monkey Bar, and Red Room) are reserved exclusively through the host and only for stays of 5 nights or longer. 2. Conduct • Smoke-free building. Smoking any product is prohibited inside the building and on the balcony. The designated smoking area is located outside the building at street level. • Noise must be always moderated: low-volume music inside the apartment and complete quiet after 10:00 PM. The maximum permitted noise level is 65 decibels; the front desk is equipped with measuring equipment and will call the police in case of repeated violations. • Any behavior contrary to morals and public decency is prohibited in common areas. • Commercial sexual activity. This apartment is rented exclusively for tourist accommodation. Using it, or allowing its use, for commercial sexual activities of any kind is strictly prohibited, including bringing paid companions. Violating this rule constitutes a material breach of the house agreement and will result in immediate cancellation of the stay with no refund of remaining nights, plus forfeiture of the ******** if applicable. 3. Visitors • Stays shorter than 5 nights: no visitors permitted. • Stays of 5 nights or longer: visitors require prior written authorization from the property owner or management company, with the request submitted to the host at least 24 hours in advance. All visitors will be registered at the front desk; anyone failing to meet these requirements will be denied entry to the building. 4. Use of the Apartment • Maximum occupancy: 3 persons. Approved guests are permitted, but no more than 4 persons may be in the apartment at any given time. Parties are strictly prohibited. • The front door does not lock automatically when closed: ensure it is locked every time you enter or leave. • Dirty dishes and utensils must be placed in the dishwasher before checkout. • All waste must be disposed of in sealed bags: regular trash goes down the chute on your floor; recyclables (glass, cardboard, bulky items) must be taken to the recycling room on basement level 1/S1. Throwing glass, diapers, or bulky objects down the chute is prohibited. 5. General Restrictions • Throwing any object or liquid from the balconies is prohibited. • Drone use is prohibited within the building's perimeter. • Photography for commercial purposes is prohibited in common areas, as URBN is a registered trademark.

StatusPrivate

Private

Extra per guest$34 per night after 2 guest(s)

$34 per night after 2 guest(s)

Minimum stay (nights)2 nights

2 nights

Cleaning fees$40 USD

$40 USD

Deposit$282 USD

$282 USD

Licence / registration number108570403

108570403

Local tax to be paid to host upon arrival

13.0 % of the accommodation price (Impuesto de Valor Agregado )

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ReviewsExceptional5(8)

Reviews come from verified guests, are sorted chronologically and not subjected to prior monitoring.

Cleanliness5.0
Location4.8
Accurate description5.0
Check-in4.9
Value for money4.9

Our Community Has Spoken:

Rob & BobStayed in October 2025
Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2025

Our 2nd stay in 2 weeks and again the perfect place to start and end our Costa Rica trip. Easy and cheap to uber too from the airport too.

Rob & BobStayed in October 2025
Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2025

We are so glad we chose this place. The building is modern, centrally located, and the apartment had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The main museums were in walking distance. We are actually staying here twice during our trip to Costa Rica, both after flying in and again before flying out. Bed was comfortable and both the building and surrounding area felt very safe, even at night. We didn't have a car in San Jose but was nice to have a parking option if we had wanted to. Definitely recommended!

HanStayed in January 2025
Reviewed on Feb. 01, 2025

The appartement felt like home, sitting on the balcony, zipping a beer and enjoy the view, especially the sunset. During the day it could be noisy on some points, but no point when you keep the windows closed. Although we didn't use it, the amenities, swimming pool, gym, relax area, library looked great.

TahilStayed in November 2024
Reviewed on Dec. 02, 2024

Alex and Kees host a fantastic space near the City Center of Costa Rica. The apartment itself is lovely and accommodates many needs with great shops and restaurants nearby to a long walk/short rideshare to museums, malls, and important sights in the middle of San Jose. Great view, helpful hosts, safe space to stay, and definitely worth it for the price. 😁

RonStayed in December 2023
Reviewed on Jan. 09, 2024

Place was extremely clean, check in was easy and hosts were attentive. Easy access to restaurants due to location. My only concern was the noise. Daily trains and cars honking incessantly was too much.

Marcos AntonioStayed in July 2022
Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2022

Everything excellent as expected. Excellent city and excellent lodging and host attention. Highly recommended

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AlejandroStayed in March 2020
Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2020

I can only say that I had one of the best stays ever! My hosts were EXCELLENT! We were in communication way before my trip and just a few days before I got there I had all the details regarding my check-in which by the way was painless and perfect! Then the apartment was just as described even though words are not enough! seeing the place, the views, the surrounding neighborhood just goes beyond my expectations! This was my 3rd time in San Jose and definitely I want to stay here again!

AlexStayed in December 2019
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2020

One of the coolest apartments we have ever stayed in located in the coolest building in San José! Not only was the apartment great but you have full access to everything in their building including a gym, pool, terraces/balconies, and many cool private rooms overlooking the city on the top floor. Thanks again guys for a lovely stay!

Exceptional5.0(8)