Review : AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu | Marriott Bonvoy

Updated May 31, 2024
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Marie-Ève Leclerc
Marie-Ève Leclerc

Marie-Ève Leclerc

Marie-Ève Leclerc
Marie-Ève, Web Director at Milesopedia, is an expert in budget travel and a slow travel enthusiast. Specializing in Aeroplan, Scene+, and Marriott Bonvoy programs, she spends nearly six months a year abroad, making travel her way of life. Constantly seeking the best waves to surf, excellent coffee, and strategies to extend her travels, she is often found in coworking spaces with fellow digital nomads or by the sea, watching the sunset.
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Hotel AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu
Country Costa Rica
City San Jose
Room Type Guest room, 1 King
Loyalty Program Status Silver
Points Per Night 15,000 points
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To the point The AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu is a great option for redeeming Marriott Bonvoy points while in San Jose, Costa Rica.

Pura Vida

Last year at this time, I discovered Costa Rica. I fell in love with this country and their “Pura Vida” lifestyle. If you are planning a trip to Costa Rica, chances are your plane will land at San Jose airport.

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu is only 25 minutes from the airport. A taxi ride of about $26USD.

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Taxis will stop at the parking level, just take the elevator to the lobby. The entrance to the reception is very large. There are several art elements that adorn the entrance.

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Checking in

The service at the reception was great, fast and efficient. The receptionist explained all of the hotel services and accompanied me to the elevators.

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The room

I had a room on the 5th floor with a king bed. The style of the hotel is very clean.

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The amenities in the room are simple but sufficient.

Iron, space to hang clothes, coffee machine.

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The bathroom was very modern and clean with a shower only.

I liked that the cleaning products are bulk dispensers, this significantly reduces the plastic consumption of single use bottles.

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The restaurant

The breakfast was buffet style as well as with some a la card options.

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The lunch offered plenty of choices for all tastes. I really liked the little “plus” that came with the coffee, a little chocolate with SALUD on it.

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There was a small oven to warm up the croissants, and it was also possible to cut slices of proscuitto. There was a good balance of healthy, sweet and salty options.

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The AC Lounge

We can find a Spanish type of cuisine, as tapas and similar are on offer. I particularly liked the terrace outside.

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Other services

The gym

The hotel gym is a good size with basic facilities. Complimentary towels, juice, headphones and fruit are provided.

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The business center

There is a business center available, equipped with a computer with printer and a tablet.

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The pool

No swimming pool in the hotel. However, it is possible to use the one at the Residence Inn, which is located just across the street. You just have to ask the reception for a key to access it. The pool is nothing special, it is very basic. It’s always nice to cool off on a hot day.

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In conclusion

The AC Hotel San Jose Escazu is the perfect choice for your departure/return point to Costa Rica, located only 30 minutes from the airport.

It is also located near the Multi Plaza Escazù shopping center.

The decor is very modern and the staff verythrough. I highly recommend it!

In points?

With the points offered as a welcome bonus by the Marriott Bonvoy™ American Express® Card, you can get free hotel nights at more than 7,200 Marriott Bonvoy hotels around the world like this hotel, the‘AC Hotel San Jose Escazu.

This hotel is a category 3: a free night costs between 15,000 and 20,000 points per night.

And, for a longer stay, with the “Stay 5 nights for the price of 4” technique, you can maximize the welcome bonus offered by the Marriott Bonvoy™ American Express® Card:

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Gabrielle Saucier

Gabrielle Saucier

Gabrielle Saucier
Gabrielle, a former airline employee, left the traditional 9-to-5 lifestyle to fully embrace her passion for travel. Now exploring Central and South America, she shares her cultural discoveries and expertise in loyalty programs and credit cards. Follow her journey to uncover these regions and make the most of your travel benefits.
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