San Jose General Reports

[StudBucket]

Thanks, for the information. I have a few more questions, if you don't mind. Would you recommend staying at an airbnb? Or is it better just to stay at cocal, or the Vista Mar condo's? And is there a fee to enter cocal or Vista? P. s is there any place to get food, or order food after the curfew? Thanks.

Hi Crusader; Vista Mar condos would be my first choice but most of the condos are 3 bedroom condos so it depends how many of you are going. We were lucky to have 6 people in our group so we rented 2 condos. We did not have good luck finding other condo options on AirBnB for some reason and the majority of the buildings in Jaco are non guest friendly or have time restrictions (cannot bring girls in until 10 pm or no changing of guests, etc.) so there is no need, in my opinion, to look at other buildings besides Vista Mar.

If you are just 2 guys it may be not worth it to spend 400-450 on a 3 bedroom condo but some guys still prefer the extra space. One thing about the Vista Mar Condos is that the Cocal rents about 20 of the condos in the whole building and can run out of them. There are also private owners that rent them on VRBO and that is where we got 1 of the condos from so check on VRBO also and compare rates, sizes , etc..

The rooms at Cocal are just okay but cannot compare to the Vista Mar Condos as you are getting a full living room, kitchen, and a large balcony. The girls were very impressed being at the Condo and we had the space in our room to have little parties in the living room and hangout on the balcony also. The hotel is sitting next to the Cocal and they allow you full use of the pool and bar at the Cocal even if you stay at Vista Mar. Access to Vista Mar after hours is also granted at no charge if you are at Cocal as they want you to buy drinks which is done by the Cocal.

The hotel rooms are just okay at the Cocal but are on the smaller side and just okay in decore. If I was traveling solo, this is still the way to go and no doubt worth it.

Lastly, the Cocal has a premium block of new larger suites that are awesome but can run about 380-400 per night. But, they are absolutely modern, large, and very nice. These are 2 bedroom options which is great for 2 guys not so much on a budget who want something nicer.

There is no fee for the girls nor you to bring girls at the Cocal or Vista; they just have to sometimes show an ID to the cool security guys which is for your protection and not a trouble at all.

As far as the food; we did not really go off the property after hours as it is not super safe to wander Jaco that late. Yes, a friend of mine was mugged 1 year ago and had his wallet taken a block away from the hotel. But, ask the front desk at the Cocal if there are delivery options after hours and they may know. You can also store food in your room at the Vista Mar and it has a full kitchen which is great. Hope this helps.

SB.

[StudBucket]

This is awesome info StudBucket! It really helps people like us make decisions when members like you step up and help each other out with valuable information!

My pleasure SHK; this is what this forum was really intended for. I have gotten some really good information from this board that led me to many successful mongering trips in over 16 countries, LOL so I am happy to help as well.

[SHK123]

Q: How long does the other after hours party last?

A: The after hours lasts from about 9 or 10 pm until 1 am but starts clearing out early. I would not rely on pulling girls from here unless all else fails at the bar. It is cool to hang out though and have some drinks pool side at the after hours instead of going home and there is no cover charge.

Q: I also heard there are parties at different places after hours. But may be those are not legal?

Yes, we heard of some possible after hours but it appears to be places for many locals to party and only on weekends I would assume they are defiintely illegal. Just seemed to much trouble to do the leg work when girls are ample at the Cocal. The action is from Wednesday through Sunday really lasts until about 11 pm before the crowds go back to their places. I would recommend arriving on a Wednesday as Monday and Tuesday are slow but if you still need to stay all week you will not have trouble finding enough talent. At the moment, I cannot think of another city in Latin America with as many girls in 1 place with decent curfew times. We had no trouble meeting girls, so I would recommend going. You have to keep in mind that there are girls by the poolside bar at the Cocal that start arriving as early as 1pm, then a group of a few may come by at 3 or 4 pm from San Jose looking to meet guys in the day. So, if you hang out by the pool area at the Cocal you will have enough girls to choose from even with a 9 pm curfew Sunday to Wednesday. Hope this helps.

This is awesome info StudBucket! It really helps people like us make decisions when members like you step up and help each other out with valuable information!

[Crusader560]

Thanks, for the information. I have a few more questions, if you don't mind. Would you recommend staying at an airbnb? Or is it better just to stay at cocal, or the Vista Mar condo's? And is there a fee to enter cocal or Vista? P. s is there any place to get food, or order food after the curfew? Thanks.

[StudBucket]

Thanks a lot for your detailed reply StudBucket! I was always planning on going to Jaco (I have been there many times). Just a little worried about what happens after 9 pm. How long does the other after hours party last? I also heard there are parties at different places after hours. But may be those are not legal? So I was worried if the show really ends at 9 pm or could it still last well into the night with these other options. And also do you risk running into trouble with the cops if you go to those parties? Just wanted to understand how the whole situation is down there. If it's a dead scene after 9 pm, I will consider postponing the trip.

Q: How long does the other after hours party last?

A: The after hours lasts from about 9 or 10 pm until 1 am but starts clearing out early. I would not rely on pulling girls from here unless all else fails at the bar. It is cool to hang out though and have some drinks pool side at the after hours instead of going home and there is no cover charge.

Q: I also heard there are parties at different places after hours. But may be those are not legal?

Yes, we heard of some possible after hours but it appears to be places for many locals to party and only on weekends I would assume they are defiintely illegal. Just seemed to much trouble to do the leg work when girls are ample at the Cocal. The action is from Wednesday through Sunday really lasts until about 11 pm before the crowds go back to their places. I would recommend arriving on a Wednesday as Monday and Tuesday are slow but if you still need to stay all week you will not have trouble finding enough talent. At the moment, I cannot think of another city in Latin America with as many girls in 1 place with decent curfew times. We had no trouble meeting girls, so I would recommend going. You have to keep in mind that there are girls by the poolside bar at the Cocal that start arriving as early as 1pm, then a group of a few may come by at 3 or 4 pm from San Jose looking to meet guys in the day. So, if you hang out by the pool area at the Cocal you will have enough girls to choose from even with a 9 pm curfew Sunday to Wednesday. Hope this helps.

[Crusader560]

Wow, this is crazy. I was hoping to take a trip to San Jose. I have never been to Jaco. It would suck to go to Jaco, and not find the after hours spots. I waited all this time to get vaccinated, and now this. Well, I have a month to go. Before I figure out where to go. Stay safe.

[SHK123]

I just got back from Jaco Beach which is one and a half hours from San Jose (for those that are not aware). San Jose is absolutely hammered with ICU beds at almost 100% capacity so they are going into a full lockdown that will most likely last at least a month. The city will for the next week close non-essential businesses, including restaurants and bars, across the center of the country due to a sharp increase in new cases of COVID-19 and hospitalizations, the government said on Thursday.

From May 3-9, restaurants, bars, department stores, beauty salons, gyms and churches must close in 45 municipalities in central Costa Rica, where almost half the population lives and over two-thirds of new cases have been registered. " We are in an unprecedented situation, and many people are going to die," Health Minister Daniel Salas said after announcing 2,781 new daily infections, a record number. "There are already waiting lists to enter intensive care. ".

The city of San Jose is going into a shutdown, so those that plan on coming here for mongering should divert and go to Jaco Beach. There are many girls from San Jose currently in Jaco, and all you need to go is stay at or near the Cocal Hotel and go to the bar at the Cocal called "Frogs Bar". Although the curfew is at 9 pm, the girls start arriving as early as 6-7 pm and there was an after hours open party next door at the Vista Mar Condos which is the next property over so the curfew is manageable. Every night there were at least over 80 to 100 girls arriving at the Cocal Bar except for Monday and Tuesday which had less girls than that. But we managed to have a good time every day. Hope this helps.

Thanks a lot for your detailed reply StudBucket! I was always planning on going to Jaco (I have been there many times). Just a little worried about what happens after 9 pm. How long does the other after hours party last? I also heard there are parties at different places after hours. But may be those are not legal? So I was worried if the show really ends at 9 pm or could it still last well into the night with these other options. And also do you risk running into trouble with the cops if you go to those parties? Just wanted to understand how the whole situation is down there. If it's a dead scene after 9 pm, I will consider postponing the trip.

[StudBucket]

Anyone on the ground want to share their experience with the curfew? I had a trip planned at the end of May.

I just got back from Jaco Beach which is one and a half hours from San Jose (for those that are not aware). San Jose is absolutely hammered with ICU beds at almost 100% capacity so they are going into a full lockdown that will most likely last at least a month. The city will for the next week close non-essential businesses, including restaurants and bars, across the center of the country due to a sharp increase in new cases of COVID-19 and hospitalizations, the government said on Thursday.

From May 3-9, restaurants, bars, department stores, beauty salons, gyms and churches must close in 45 municipalities in central Costa Rica, where almost half the population lives and over two-thirds of new cases have been registered. " We are in an unprecedented situation, and many people are going to die," Health Minister Daniel Salas said after announcing 2,781 new daily infections, a record number. "There are already waiting lists to enter intensive care. ".

The city of San Jose is going into a shutdown, so those that plan on coming here for mongering should divert and go to Jaco Beach. There are many girls from San Jose currently in Jaco, and all you need to go is stay at or near the Cocal Hotel and go to the bar at the Cocal called "Frogs Bar". Although the curfew is at 9 pm, the girls start arriving as early as 6-7 pm and there was an after hours open party next door at the Vista Mar Condos which is the next property over so the curfew is manageable. Every night there were at least over 80 to 100 girls arriving at the Cocal Bar except for Monday and Tuesday which had less girls than that. But we managed to have a good time every day. Hope this helps.

[SHK123]

Anyone on the ground want to share their experience with the curfew? I had a trip planned at the end of May.

[StudBucket]

Just got back from a trip there Was visiting a friend and decided to take a night out for myself Hotel del Rey is gone from what I was told.

There is a curfew from 11-5 and all casinos close at this time.

Was told best time to go is between 5 and 7 when they start working at Taormina hotel.

Hot ladies there Was late and one wanted to go to a motel for 150 HR plus 40 for the place.

Passed but there lots of other options.

The new curfew as of today in San Jose and Jaco is 9 pm. I am currently in Jaco and have a friend in San Jose. Both have the same shitty curfew. Not sure how long it is going to last, but I would postpone any trip here for at least a month unless you have contacts lined up. Just my two cents.

[OldSchool318]

That sounds like a great way to travel Sammon. I assume you are fluent in Spanish if you are meeting girls in San Jose and they come with you on day trips. I had a vehicle but traveled on my own. I drove to many places, but it would have been great having a chica with me on some day trips. When I went the Hotel Del Rey was open. I drove to Jaco Beach, Manual San Antonio, to a coffee plantation, Arenal etc. I used a translator on my phone. I speak some Spanish but I am not fluent. Where are you meeting these girls to take on day trips?

In my mind Ticas are some of the sweetest most loving, playful girls you can find. If you put a little effort in to Spanish, and being playful and friendly and kind to them you are so in.

Many will go with you and after a while not ask for any pay they are happy to have a trip somewhere. It helps doing that after a few meetings or dates as they will definitely accompany you anywhere.

Just remember you are always going to flip the bill.

You can really meet them everywhere just smile and talk. I do not speak fluent but try. Some of the places I have met Ticas:

The mall.

The beach.

The bars.

Restaurants.

Sex shop in the mall.

Tinder.

The airport.

Escazu Tiempo.

Downtown SJ.

Jaco Beach.

Tamarindo.

Manuel Antonio.

Sometimes Uber.

Escazu Walmart.

Point is Ticas are everywhere with a smile on their faces.

[Sammon]

That sounds like a great way to travel Sammon. I assume you are fluent in Spanish if you are meeting girls in San Jose and they come with you on day trips. I had a vehicle but traveled on my own. I drove to many places, but it would have been great having a chica with me on some day trips. When I went the Hotel Del Rey was open. I drove to Jaco Beach, Manual San Antonio, to a coffee plantation, Arenal etc. I used a translator on my phone. I speak some Spanish but I am not fluent. Where are you meeting these girls to take on day trips?

When Del Ray was open. I can manage Spanish, not fluent as there are many dialects. I would get a girl for LT and in the morning if she is likable I would suggest. Sometimes they would want a friend come with us which I do not mind. For the trip I bear the expenses for all. But my girl will stay with me another night after we come back and will get another LT.

Couple of times I had gone with a friend of mine and we find two girls and take them and we split the expenses. I am sure you can find a girl to go with you but make sure you both like each other in the morning and there are no money demands for the trip. Usually I will buy them some touristy things and clothes. One time a nica girl asked $50 for day travel. I said only if she likes to see things and enjoy she can come. She changed her mind after I said we will stay together another night and will get the same amount for LT. So in essence you are keeping her for two nights. Maybe they are worried after the daytime travel they will need to go back on the hunt being tired from the trip. As you know very well these girls sleep all day getting ready for the night.

Driving alone must be really boring!

[Markon]

That sounds like a great way to travel Sammon. I assume you are fluent in Spanish if you are meeting girls in San Jose and they come with you on day trips. I had a vehicle but traveled on my own. I drove to many places, but it would have been great having a chica with me on some day trips. When I went the Hotel Del Rey was open. I drove to Jaco Beach, Manual San Antonio, to a coffee plantation, Arenal etc. I used a translator on my phone. I speak some Spanish but I am not fluent. Where are you meeting these girls to take on day trips?

I do not stay in San Jose all the time. Yes, I meet girls there. Usually I like to take them on day trips. I met a very pretty tica with big boobs who lives near puerto limon. She suggested there is a carnival and we went. On the way she had her friend meet us and come with us. Equally pretty but not a working girl. We had a great time all day and night till midnight. We also went to an island nearby in a boat. In the evening there was a big music and dance party. I got to dance and kiss her friend. I suggested she come for a threesome back in San Jose. But she declined.

Met a very pretty Colombian and took her all day trip to Arenal. We had a great time at the hot springs pool all afternoon. People were looking at her and me maybe jealousy.

Took another girl to Jaco and Manuel Antonio, hired a boat and went fishing, island beach, made out on the sand with full view of the boat person who was little far but still could see.

This is the reason why I rent a car. Very adept in driving crowded conditions. Still take full insurance. Helped me couple of times with dings.

One time in Belize somebody smashed the window. I guess they thought of stealing something but I do not keep anything valuable..

[Mahku]

Radisson didn't charge me anything extra for bringing in a girl as long as I had booked the room for 2. Just needed to register the ID at the front desk.

[The Duke]

Just got back from a trip there Was visiting a friend and decided to take a night out for myself Hotel del Rey is gone from what I was told.

There is a curfew from 11-5 and all casinos close at this time.

Was told best time to go is between 5 and 7 when they start working at Taormina hotel.

Hot ladies there Was late and one wanted to go to a motel for 150 HR plus 40 for the place.

Passed but there lots of other options.