General Information:
Location: 10 km west of San Jose, 3 km west of Escazu and 29 km from the International Airport in Alajuela
Weather: Warm days and mild evenings; although the wet season runs from May to late November, Santa Ana receives less rain than neighboring San Jose.
Temperatures: Daily from 72 to 81 °F; evenings range 63 to 69 °F
Altitude: 1300 meters above sea level
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Just west of Escazu sits Santa Ana, one of San Jose’s trendiest suburbs and a rapidly growing community known for its relaxed ambience and convenient location. Its dry climate and mild temperatures attract sun-lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Amenities include modern tennis courts and two equestrian centers, both close to residential areas.
Two of the country’s premier residential estates are located in Santa Ana, and golfers will appreciate the excellent greens close by. Just ten kilometers from San Jose, Santa Ana has several fine restaurants and shops, and is close to the international CIMA hospital, whose bilingual staff caters to overseas patients. Many expatriates have relocated to the hills of Santa Ana, and visitors will find several American chain restaurants and businesses in the neighborhood.
Though modernized by recent development, Santa Ana is considered an artisan center for traditional pottery. Beautiful arts and crafts can be purchased at the Ceramica Santa Ana, where unique pieces are crafted on old kick wheels. Like most Costa Rican towns, Santa Ana has a lovely central park and Catholic church, which add some local flair to this San Jose suburb.
Several upscale hotels offer travelers the comforts of home, and day trips to nearby attractions are simple with the country’s main highways close at hand. This attractive combination makes Santa Ana a convenient and peaceful place to stay.
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