Guayaba Inn Boutique Hotel

The best thing about this hotel is the personal touch! Angel is reception was very helpful with recommendations, but all the staff is equally friendly. They readily offered help or asked if you needed anything. Our room #2 was large and beautifully appointed. This room has a wood burning fireplace, and it is needed! I had to add an electric heater to supplement since the fire only lasts a few hours, and we visited in Feb! The concrete walls and tile floor are very cold. The bed and pillows are a bit too firm for us. There are plenty of blankets though. I think other rooms have gas fireplaces which might be better in the winter months. I’m sure we could have asked for more wood, the staff is very accommodating. A stocked mini fridge is in each room, and that is handy. We are across from the reception area so you could hear people talking but it wasn’t disturbing ( unless it wakes you up.) Rooms in the back are probably more quiet. The grounds are lush and covered in flowers, and all kinds of orchids. And there is a koi pond with large fish! Plenty of outdoor sitting areas too. The included breakfast is wonderful! A great selection is available and very filling! You can walk to the pedestrian street full of shops and restaurants, which leads to the main square and cathedral. And the opposite direction is to the mirador with a beautiful view of the city. We easily found parking around the corner. For the hotel to attract and retain great employees, they ask that you leave a tip at the end of your stay to be shared amongst all the staff. You pay for your room at checkout, and the recommended tip is 8-10% of the room charge. I think that was a bit high. We stayed four nights. But it is nice that they consider all the employees. But as with socialism, all are equally rewarded even though some are more outstanding!

The place was great and the staff was helpful and friendly. It was very comfortable and the breakfast options were very good. The only minor issue was that the tub in the room wasn’t working, but overall it was a pretty nice spot to stay in San Cris.

Cozy and relaxing hotel