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Your stay — Terrazas de Golf
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The Property — Terrazas de Golf
Terrazas de Golf feels like a quiet logistical waypoint for travellers moving between San José and the Pacific coast: a neat, tiled lobby with a luggage rack full of surfboard bags, a small pool framed by trimmed hedges, and golf-course views that mostly speak to business groups connecting through the nearby airport. It suits the overnight traveller who needs a clean, no-nonsense bed and early breakfast rather than character or charm.
Chronicles of Belen
Belén was settled in the 1860s around coffee haciendas and the Cartago–Alajuela railway spur. It remained a dormitory suburb of Heredia until the 1990s, when the highway and free-zone parks drew call centres and logistics firms. Today it is a low-rise bedroom community of gated estates and strip malls, with little historic core and no tourist pull—but its neutrality makes it a practical base for the airport or Braulio Carrillo National Park.
Best Time to Visit
Full Belen guide →Best months
December–April: the dry season brings clear skies and reliable golf conditions, and crowds are still moderate outside Christmas and Easter weeks.
Peak / festival surge
January (Fiestas de Palmares) and Easter Week. San José empties out and hotel prices across the Central Valley spike 30–50% as locals and foreign tourists chase dry-weather getaways. Belén fills mainly with transit passengers and low-cost tour groups.
Budget shoulder season
May and November: the rains are just starting or tapering off, room rates at Terrazas de Golf often drop 15–20%, and the few tourists split their time between the Pacific coast and the highlands.
Weather & packing
Belén sits in the Central Valley’s rain shadow, so mornings usually start sunny, but afternoon downpours are near-guaranteed July–November. Pack a compact rain jacket or travel umbrella, and quick-dry shoes: puddles pool fast on the golf-course paths.
Live City Briefing — Belen
- Route 27 widening near the Belén toll booth finished in late 2025, cutting drive time to Jacó Beach from 90 minutes to about 65—check your rental car for toll passes.
- San José's Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO, 10 km east) added a third food court in Terminal A this March; pre-security eating is now faster than the overpriced lounges.
- Heavy rains in July 2025 triggered a landslide on the Braulio Carrillo highway; repairs are done but the road authority posts daily alerts on the Coopeguanacaste app if you plan to head to the Caribbean side.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Terrazas de Golf, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the golf course side, away from the main road. These offer the best balance of quiet and view.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or the service areas; they pick up foot traffic, housekeeping noise, and possible street sound from the Belen road.
Best views
Golf course views from the rear-facing rooms; the front-facing rooms look onto the street and surrounding suburban area.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4.
🔊 Noise notes
Belen is a busy commercial area with main road traffic during the day. The golf course side provides a buffer; the front road can be loud in peak hours.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, request a room away from the car park entrance to avoid early morning engine noise. 2. Ask for a room on the 4th floor for the quietest stay—fewest neighbours above.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Terrazas de Golf
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; speeds around 15 Mbps down. No login or password required – open network
Single elevator serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No daily newspaper delivery; hotel has a small lobby bookshelf with a few Spanish-language magazines
Standard check-in from 15:00; early arrival bag drop allowed if room not ready. Late check-out until 13:00 for $35; after 13:00 charged at full night rate
Complimentary luggage storage at front desk on arrival and after checkout; no charge
Step-free entrance via ramp at main door; lift to all floors; one accessible room on ground floor with wider doors and roll-in shower. No grab bars in standard bathrooms
Free on-site open parking for about 30 cars; no valet. Closest public car park is Plaza Real Belen mall, 800 m east, about $2 per hour daytime. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 13% VAT included in rates; municipal tourist tax of $1.55 per person per night collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; $100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Capilla Los Arcos (864 m · ~11 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iglesia Vida Abundante (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Comunidad del Reino (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Convento y Capilla de los Franciscanos (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Cariari — 215 m · ~3 min walk
Parque Los Arcos — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 797 m · ~10 min walk
Farmacia El Indígena de Cariari — 240 m · ~3 min walk
Fresh Market — 290 m · ~4 min walk
Terminal Lomas del Río — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Costa Rican Colón, CRC
Use bank ATMs inside Belén for the best rate; airport and tourist-area bureaux take a heavy cut, so avoid them.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets and mid-range restaurants; smaller sodas and market stalls are cash-only. Contactless is patchy.
Restaurants add 10% service charge automatically, so extra tipping not expected. Give taxi drivers small change, and hotel staff around 1000–2000 CRC for porter service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A café negro from a soda or bakery kiosk runs about 400 CRC.
A casado (rice, beans, salad, protein) at a local soda is roughly 2500–3000 CRC.
A main dish like pollo a la plancha in a simple comedor will set you back 3500–4000 CRC.
The central park area of Belén has a few small stalls with empanadas and fresh fruit cups, especially around lunchtime, for 1000–1500 CRC.
MegaSuper and Más x Menos are the common budget supermarkets in Belén.
The municipal market in Belén centro sells basic clothing cheaply; for higher-street brands, take the bus to the big malls in San José.
The bus (Tuasa or similar) within Belén costs 250 CRC per ride; a day pass doesn't exist. From the airport, the best budget option is the direct bus to Alajuela then transfer to Belén for about 600 CRC total.
Eat at sodas for lunch, drink tap water (safe here), and always ask the price before taking an unmetered taxi.
Emergency Contacts
BelenFor non-emergency assistance, you can also contact the National Emergency Number: 911, or the Belen Municipal Police: 2519-3000
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Belen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Terrazas de Golf
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 797 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia El Indígena de Cariari — 240 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Carioca Inn → Belen Town Center
💡 Be prepared for crowded buses and negotiate the fare if you're not going to the town center.
Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) → Carioca Inn
💡 Book the shuttle service in advance with your hotel to ensure availability.
Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) → Belen Bus Station
💡 Buy your ticket in advance and be prepared for crowded buses. You can then take a taxi or walk from the bus station to your hotel.
Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) → Carioca Inn
💡 Negotiate the fare before you start your journey. You can also ask your hotel to book a taxi for you.
About Belen
Wikipedia ↗
Belén is the seventh canton in the Heredia province of Costa Rica. The head city is in San Antonio district. It is part of the Greater Metropolitan Area, where the housing area constitutes at least 25% of the canton's surface. It limits to the north and west with the canton of Alajuela, to the east ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Terrazas de Golf?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the golf course side, away from the main road. These offer the best balance of quiet and view.
Which rooms should I avoid at Terrazas de Golf?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or the service areas; they pick up foot traffic, housekeeping noise, and possible street sound from the Belen road.
Is Terrazas de Golf noisy?
Belen is a busy commercial area with main road traffic during the day. The golf course side provides a buffer; the front road can be loud in peak hours.
Which rooms have the best views at Terrazas de Golf?
Golf course views from the rear-facing rooms; the front-facing rooms look onto the street and surrounding suburban area.
What are insider tips for staying at Terrazas de Golf?
1. If you're driving, request a room away from the car park entrance to avoid early morning engine noise. 2. Ask for a room on the 4th floor for the quietest stay—fewest neighbours above.
What time is check-in at Terrazas de Golf?
Check-in at Terrazas de Golf is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Terrazas de Golf have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; speeds around 15 Mbps down. No login or password required – open network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Terrazas de Golf?
13% VAT included in rates; municipal tourist tax of $1.55 per person per night collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Terrazas de Golf?
A casado (rice, beans, salad, protein) at a local soda is roughly 2500–3000 CRC.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Terrazas de Golf?
The bus (Tuasa or similar) within Belén costs 250 CRC per ride; a day pass doesn't exist. From the airport, the best budget option is the direct bus to Alajuela then transfer to Belén for about 600 CRC total.
When is the best time to visit Belen?
December–April: the dry season brings clear skies and reliable golf conditions, and crowds are still moderate outside Christmas and Easter weeks.
Top Attractions in Belen
💡 Take a photo in front of the church's striking facade.
💡 Be prepared to haggle and try some local delicacies like empanadas and tamales.
💡 Get there early to beat the crowds and take a guided tour to get the most out of your visit.
💡 Take a stroll around the park and grab a coffee or snack from one of the nearby cafes.
💡 Take a guided tour to get the most out of your visit and learn about the local wildlife and ecosystem.