The hotel is located only a short distance from the center of downtown San Jose. Guests of the Corteza Amarilla Lodge will be able to visit sites such as the National Museum, the National Theater, the Gold Museum, the Jade Museum, Cultural Plaza, and the Bolivar Zoo. The can find markets and shops in the area as well. It takes just 15 minutes to reach the Juan Santa Maria International airport by car. Guests that do not have rental cars will find that public transportation can help them reach the airport and the other areas they want to explore. They can also walk to some locations from the Corteza Amarilla Lodge.

The rooms at the Corteza Amarilla Lodge feature wireless Internet access, minibars, cable TV, air conditioning, phones, and bathrooms.

When guests stay at the Corteza Amarilla Lodge, they will be able to dine at the onsite gourmet restaurant. The hotel also offers a spa where guests will be able to relax.