Whitehouse Retreat Location

The White House Hotel, originally one of Costa Rica's most stately manors, has now become a landmark of the utmost in luxury for resort hotels, with its private location in the hills of San Antonio de Escazu and a magnificent view overlooking 3 volcanoes and the entire San Jose metropolitan area. Perched on the slopes of the Pico Blanco mountainside, one can enjoy lush surroundings and impressive views while affording easy access to downtown San Jose ( 15 minutes ) and the Juan Santamaria International Airport ( 15 minutes ).

Inspired by the opulent housing of the Commander in Chief, the hotel's architecture features high ceilings, crown molding and Corinthian columns. The tasteful décor includes magnificent chandeliers, splendid artwork, and leather sofas. With a superb restaurant and bar, comfortable living area, and private helicopter pad, guests of the White House do experience the Presidential lifestyle.

Our amenities are designed to offer guests the utmost in relaxation and tranquility. The colorful waters of the shamrock pool and 15-person Jacuzzi are heated to a soothing temperature and surrounded by stone waterfalls and exotic foliage. The full service spa, (opening soon), features massage rooms, sauna, steam room, hot tub, pedicure and manicure station, and facials.

Our White House Capital Grill restaurant with its glass enclosed dining room serves USDA Certified Angus steaks and American cuisine. After dinner, retreat to our famous Cigar Bar featuring a sophisticated selection of international liquors and cigars and then mosey on down to our West Wing Casino for a night of fun and games, (opening soon).

Each of our well appointed guest rooms boasts hand-carved king or queen beds and double pillow top mattresses, elegantly crafted wood furniture and armoires, cable television, hair dryers, spacious bathrooms, and scenic balcony views of the plush gardens, the Pico Blanco Mountain range and the shimmering San Jose Valley below.

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