San José - Santo Domingo, Don Quijote
San José - Santo Domingo Don Quijote
4.1/5 13 ratings

Spanish school in San José - Santo Domingo: Don Quijote

From 320.- USD
approx 246.- GBP
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Key points

  • Central location between San José and Heredia, in a magnificent country
  • Numerous extracurricular activities, both social and cultural
  • Very good value for money
  • Test center for DELE and SIELE exams

The school

Levels
Beginner to Proficiency
Exams
DELE (DELE Course)
School size
S
Accommodation
Host family, Shared apartment
Disabled access
Disabled access at school
Wifi
WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age
16 years
Average age
27 years
Nationality mix
Germany, United States, Switzerland, etc..
ratings
13 authentic opinions

Our partner school is located in a modern and well-equipped building, close to the city centre of Santo Domingo and just near the bus stop that links you to San Jose or Heredia in less than 10 minutes. The classrooms are spacious and bright. A very pleasant garden is available to you, so you can make the most of the sunshine during breaks and get to know the other international students at the school. Classes in small groups (max. 8 students) allow you to study Spanish in an intensive manner, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with experienced, motivated teachers available to help you. Teaching is as personalised as possible, and will take into account your interests and goals. It is up to you to choose which package suits you the best from the range of courses on offer.

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Included in the price

  • Level and needs assessment
  • Use of study centre
  • Learning progress monitoring
  • Diploma or Certificate

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Standard course

Beginner to Proficiency, 1 - 48 week(s)
1 week(s) - From USD 320.-
(about GBP 246.-)
Lessons
20 of 55 minutes
Course duration
1 - 48 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Proficiency
Students/class
max. 8
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
09:00-13:00

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
1
320
485
515
2
575
905
965
3
830
1325
1415
4
1085
1745
1865
6
1439
2429
2609
8
1897
3217
3457
12
2645
4625
4985
16
3505
6145
6625
24
5225
9185
9905
All prices are in USD.   USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.81   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 11.04 / 18.04 / 19.04 / 01.05 / 25.07 / 02.08 / 15.08 / 14.10 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Bank holidays: local holidays to be confirmed

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Intensive course

Beginner to Proficiency, 1 - 48 week(s)
1 week(s) - From USD 420.-
(about GBP 323.-)
Lessons
25 of 55 minutes
(20 general + 5 of culture and conversation)
Course duration
1 - 48 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Proficiency
Students/class
max. 8
(culture and conversation : 16)
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
09:00-13:00 + Culture and conversation lessons to be specified

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
1
420
585
615
2
775
1105
1165
3
1130
1625
1715
4
1485
2145
2265
6
1955
2945
3125
8
2585
3905
4145
12
3605
5585
5945
16
4785
7425
7905
24
7145
11105
11825
All prices are in USD.   USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.81   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 11.04 / 18.04 / 19.04 / 01.05 / 25.07 / 02.08 / 15.08 / 14.10 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Bank holidays: local holidays to be confirmed

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Super intensive course

Beginner to Proficiency, 1 - 48 week(s)
1 week(s) - From USD 530.-
(about GBP 407.-)
Lessons
30 of 55 minutes
(20 general + 5 of culture and conversation + 5 Semi-private classes)
Course duration
1 - 48 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Proficiency
Students/class
max. 8
(Semi-private classes: 4; culture and conversation : 16)
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
09:00-13:00 + 14:00-15:00 + Culture and conversation lessons to be specified

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
1
530
695
725
2
995
1325
1385
3
1460
1955
2045
4
1925
2585
2705
6
2579
3569
3749
8
3417
4737
4977
12
4805
6785
7145
16
6385
9025
9505
24
9545
13505
14225
All prices are in USD.   USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.81   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 11.04 / 18.04 / 19.04 / 01.05 / 25.07 / 02.08 / 15.08 / 14.10 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Bank holidays: local holidays to be confirmed

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Spanish + Dance

Beginner to Proficiency, 1 - 48 week(s)
1 week(s) - From USD 435.-
(about GBP 334.-)
Lessons
25 of 55 minutes
(20 general + 5 of dance)
Course duration
1 - 48 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Proficiency
Students/class
max. 8
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
09:00-13:00 + dance (5x/week)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
1
435
600
630
2
805
1135
1195
3
1175
1670
1760
4
1545
2205
2325
6
2129
3119
3299
8
2817
4137
4377
12
4025
6005
6365
All prices are in USD.   USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.81   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 11.04 / 18.04 / 19.04 / 01.05 / 25.07 / 02.08 / 15.08 / 14.10 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Bank holidays: local holidays to be confirmed

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DELE Course

Beginner to Proficiency, 4 week(s)
4 week(s) - From USD 1455.-
(about GBP 1119.-)
Lessons
20 of 55 minutes
Course duration
4 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Proficiency
Students/class
max. 10
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
09:00-13:00 (possibly afternoon)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
4
1455
2115
2235
All prices are in USD.   USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.81   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
14.01 / 11.03 / 29.04 / 17.06 / 19.08 / 09.09 / 28.10.2019
Bank holidays
01.01 / 11.04 / 18.04 / 19.04 / 01.05 / 25.07 / 02.08 / 15.08 / 14.10 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Bank holidays: local holidays to be confirmed

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Options/Extras

Exam fees to be paid online (DELE)
At least 10 weeks before the exam date: www.donquijote.org/DELE
Extra night with host family 27 USD
Extra night in a shared apartment 35 USD
Apartment deposit (to be paid on site by credit card) 100 USD
Airport transfer (on arrival) (San José) 45 USD

Other accommodation options

Host family, single room, full board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals (San Pablo)

Course info

100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

4.1/5
Overall rating

77% of students recommending this school

Destination
/ 5
School
/ 5
Accommodation
/ 5
Value for money
/ 5
Teaching
/ 5
Leisure
/ 5

13 students gave their opinion about this school

59 years old - Canada
/ 5
Aspects à répéter: Contact chaleureux de la part de Lilian Campos, de sa fille Karina, de M. Campos, de sa petite-fille Samantha.Ouverture pour parler l'espagnol, partager l'activité d'aller au marché, informer sur points d'intérêts à San José, nous reconduire à notre lieu de départ. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié!Nourriture excellente, laver vêtements une fois, maison avec tranquillité, propreté et sécurité.Aspect à éviter: deux autres personnes, dont une, était participante à l'école Don Quijote pour parfaire l'espagnol, logeaient chez Liliane Campos. La langue de communication était l'anglais. Nous n'avons pas pratiqué l'espagnol le soir ou le matin lors des repas. L'anglais devenait la langue qui nous permettait d'échanger sur une base commune.Je crois que si il n'y avait que deux personnes avec cette famille, cela aurait été plus favorable à la pratique de l'espagnol, de ce que nous apprenions à l'école ... enfin dans la même continuité pour consolider les apprentissages. Les activités à l'école: pertinentes et intéressantes*cuisiner et manger un menu typique du Costa Rica*connaître une pratique en lien avec le caféles activités hors école:pertinentes et intéressantes*visite des environs avec professeur*visite du mercado + repasCafé-social: aller dans un restaurant et commander dans la langue, cette activité fut moins réussie, communication entre nous en anglais!
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1 week, February 2019
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
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School (4.5 / 5)
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School facilities
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Nationality mix
Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
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Leisure (4.3 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
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Staff availability
Do you think you've made progress?
« Oui, progrès »
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School highlights
« Accueil, contacts simples et chaleureux avec notre enseignante Jacky, les locaux de l'école »
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64 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
Mein Sprachaufenthalt in Santo Domingo, Costa Rica, verlief sehr gut. Mit der Familie hatte ich Glück, die mich sofortherzlich aufgenommen, respektiert und akzeptiert hat. An Familienanlässe wurde ich eingeladen und konnte auchan Ausflügen teilnehmen. Heute stehen wir in einem freundschaftlichen Verhältnis. Die Schule konnte ich zu Fuss erreichen (ca. 10-15 Minuten), was mir persönlich gefiel. Das Gebäude war einladend, in den Farben bunt gehalten und hübsch dekoriert, jeweils entsprechend dem Anlass (Weihnachten, Valentinstag). DieSchule organisierte Ausflüge, Kochkurse, Café social, Tanzkurse um uns der Kultur näher zu bringen. Auch durch dieFamilie konnte ich die Mentalität der dort ansässigen Menschen kennenlernen sowie durch meine Reisen. Hatte 3 verschiedene Lehrer während meiner 3 monatigen Schulzeit. Finde ich ein Vorteil, weil mitverschiedenen Lernmethoden unterrichtet wird.
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12 weeks, December 2017 – February 2018
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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School (4.3 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.3 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (3.5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (5 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
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Do you think you've made progress?
« Ja ich habe enorm grosse Fortschritte gemacht (von 0 bis B1) Allerdings nur, weil ich nach der Schule gelernt habe.Jede Woche am Freitag hatten wir einen Test. Wenn man nicht lernt, kommt man in der Gruppe nicht weiter und es ist extrem frustrierend. Wer Spanisch lernen will, ist hier gut aufgehoben und wird gefördert. »
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School highlights
« Klima, Herzlichkeit, Respekt und positive Einstellung. »
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39 years old - Germany
/ 5
2 weeks, March – April 2017
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
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School (4.3 / 5)
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Teaching (5 / 5)
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Accommodation (4.3 / 5) ()
Bedroom
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Leisure (4.7 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
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Do you think you've made progress?
« Ja. Sehr angenehme Atmosphäre in der Schule mit didaktisch sehr guten Lehrern. »
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23 years old - France
/ 5
2 weeks, July – August 2016
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (3.7 / 5)
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School (3.5 / 5)
School location
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Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4 / 5)
Classroom atmosphere
Leisure (2.7 / 5)
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56 years old - Germany
/ 5
Man muss sich darüber im Klaren sein, dass Costa Rica in Zentralamerika und nicht Europa liegt. Einige Dinge sind hier anders oder nicht organisiert Sehr familiäre Atmosphäre, sehr freundlich, wenn auch etwas chaotisch. Viele Aktivitäten, um Land und Leute verstehen zu lernen
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2 weeks, March 2016
Destination (4 / 5)
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School (3.8 / 5)
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Teaching (4 / 5)
Classroom atmosphere
Leisure (4 / 5)
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54 years old - Germany
/ 5
2 weeks, August 2015
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
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School (3.8 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.3 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (3.5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (4 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability
Do you think you've made progress?
« Ja. Durch die guten Lehrkräfte, die kleinen Klassen und den guten Wechsel zwischen Übungen und Konversationseinheiten. Auch die Lernmaterialien waren didaktisch auf einem hohen Niveau. »
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School highlights
« Angenehme Lernatmosphäre und die Verfügbarkeit und das Engagement der Lehrkräfte »
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20 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
Santo Domingo de Heredia ist ein kleiner ruhiger Ort, jedoch sehr zentral gelegen. In 15 Minuten erreicht man die Hauptstadt und andere grössere Ortschaften. Weil es hier so klein und ruhig ist spricht auch noch fast niemand Englisch, man wird also forciert Spanisch zu benutzen, was meiner Meinung nach sehr hilfreich ist.Costa Rica hat sehr viele schöne Orte, die es zu besichtigen lohnt, sind aber oft sehr touristisch und dem entsprechend teuer.
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20 weeks, September 2014 – January 2015
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
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School (4.3 / 5)
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School facilities
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Nationality mix
Teaching (4.7 / 5)
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Relations with the teachers
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Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
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Leisure (3.7 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
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Do you think you've made progress?
« Ja ich habe in dieser kurzen Zeit enorm viel gelernt nicht nur in der Schule, aber auch im Volontariat, welches ich in einem Altersheim absolviert habe. »
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« Die Schule ist klein und übersichtlich und das Ambiente sehr familiär. Ausserdem lernt es sich besser mit wenigen Schülern pro Klasse. Das Lehrerteam ist immer total motiviert. »
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27 years old - Belgium
/ 5
4 weeks, July – August 2014
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (3.7 / 5)
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School (3.3 / 5)
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Teaching (4 / 5)
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Accommodation (2 / 5) (Shared apartment)
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Leisure (3.3 / 5)
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25 years old - Germany
/ 5
Die Familie war sehr freundlich und hat mich herzlichst aufgenommen. Alles ist sehr sauber und das Essen war auch immer abwechslungsreich und gut!
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8 weeks, January – February 2014
Value for money (3 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
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School (3 / 5)
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Teaching (4.7 / 5)
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Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
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Leisure (2.3 / 5)
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18 years old - Germany
/ 5
11 weeks, September – November 2013
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.3 / 5)
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School (3.5 / 5)
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Teaching (4 / 5)
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Accommodation (4 / 5) (Host family)
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Leisure (3.7 / 5)
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Host family
Our partner school personally selects families to welcome its students. Located no more than 15 minutes from the school, you will have your own room and will share the common areas with the family. You will be able to choose between half and full board and your clothes washing will be taken care of. This accommodation option will allow you to get to know the Costa Rican lifestyle with its warm and open inhabitants, and to practise Spanish daily in a friendly and motivating atmosphere.

San Pablo shared apartment (from 18 years)
This student accommodation is located a 20-minute walk from the school (or 5 minutes by bus) in a safe and monitored residential area. The shared apartment features 4 bedrooms (1 single, 2 twin and 1 triple), 2 shared bathrooms, a lounge with TV and a shared, fully equipped kitchen. Bed linen and towels are provided, the Wi-Fi and washing machine are free and the apartment is cleaned twice per week. Enjoy the garden, the BBQ area and the swimming pool with your international friends!

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San Pablo

General information

Our student apartment is just 5 minutes by bus (excellent public transport) and a 20-minute walk from the school. The building is located in a residential area where students will have a good experience interacting with their Ticos neighbours and learning about their customs. Something to take into account is that at the main entrance of the neighbourhood, there is a government police post for the safety of students and neighbours in general.

School distance

Door-to-door travel time:
5 minutes
Means of transportation:
Bus or a 20-minute walk
Average public transport cost:
$8 weekly
Walking distance to public transport:
5 minutes

Walking Distance

Supermarket:
5 minutes
Coffee shops:
10 minutes
Restaurants:
10 minutes
Shops:
5 minutes
Pharmacy:
10 minutes

Availability

All year round
Minimum age : 18+

Arrival and departure

Check-in / Check-out
Sunday from 12:00
Saturday until 12:00
Entry card (building)
Key (building)
Code (building)
Staff on-site 24h
Deposit

Meals

Use of kitchen
Meal-plan

Facilities

Reception desk
Smoking area
Outside
Cafeteria
Shared kitchen
Oven
Microwave
Cutlery available
Vending machine
Laundry
Common area/lounge
Wi-Fi internet access
Cable internet access
TV in common room
DVD-player in common room
Balcony/terrace
Garden
BBQ area
Wheelchair accessible
Parking (cars)
Parking (bicycles)
Swimming pool
Gym

Room types and facilities

Single
1 rooms
min.: 9 m2/ max.: 10 m2
Twin
2 rooms
min.: 9 m2/ max.: 10 m2
Shared room
1 rooms
min.: 24 m2/ max.: 25 m2
Triple room
Air conditioning
Fan
Heating
Smoking
Duvet and pillow provided
Bed sheets provided
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Only on the first day
Ensuite toilet
Ensuite shower
Wash basin
Shared toilets
Shared showers
Cleaning
Twice a week
Desk
Wardrobe
Cooking facilities
Microwave
TV
Wi-Fi internet access
Cable internet access
Floor
Ceramic
Balcony
Safe deposit box
Room key provided
Don Quijote makes a point of developping a rich social life during the week and at the weekends, and a series of activities (dance, local cuisine, history, cinema evenings or theatrical workshops) that will allow you to practise Spanish outside of the classroom, and to get to know the Costa Rican culture better while having an unforgettable time with your teachers and friends.

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