Could use bedside lighting 🙃😊

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing.

Evening meal was excellent. We left early so they provided breakfast to go. Great hosts!

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing

Amazing host. Breakfast was the best we have ever had. Far better than the photos.

Stayed in March 2024

That the neighbor's cat wasn't allowed to hang out in our casita, but we sat on the patio with Eric so I guess that's ok. :)

We loved having our own casita, and the grounds were like walking in a botanical garden. Our hosts were lovely, including the furry four-legged one. They had plenty of suggestions for dinner. He in particular was a fountain of knowledge about the area and the country's history. They're willing to help arrange rental cars, guided excursions, etc. Next time we come to Costa Rica we'll stay here on our initial arrival vs just before leaving!

Stayed in March 2024

unfortunately the restaurant wasn't open the night we stayed so we missed out on that part of the experience.

If you want a really cool CR vibe that is fairly close to airport this is the place

Stayed in February 2024

Shower in the room wasnt great - extremely low pressure and hard to regulate temperature

Stayed in February 2024

They showed us as canceled for some reason, but they took care of us!!

Everything was awesome

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing!

Wonderful casa in the middle of a big city! The territory, the casita, unforgettable breakfast, wonderful hosts! The coal thanks to hosts! If we come back to Costa Rica, we stay there for sure!!!

Stayed in September 2023

Lovely little place just outside Alajuela. The gardens are beautiful with hummingbirds. The owners have two cute dogs. Breakfast was lovely. Unfortunately when we stayed the restaurant was closed but have heard its excellent! We only stayed one night but will return if we ever come back to Costa Rica.

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing

Everything

Stayed in August 2023

noise level but earplugs provided

gardens

Stayed in August 2023

Wish there was a fan in the room just to keep some air circulating. Loved the place otherwise.

They were so accommodating when we arrived later than expected. We had to order dinner to be delivered and our hosts set a table for us to enjoy it. We had an early flight the next day and our hosts packed a delicious breakfast to go for us and our two kids. They also arranged a taxi to pick us up the morning of our flight. Service was above and beyond!

Stayed in June 2023

We loved our stay and breakfast so much! The one item to improve would be the warmth of shower water (if it is an option to do so).

We were all delighted when the owner, Bernie, opened the property gate and welcomed us into this gorgeous garden oasis! We spent our first and last nights in Costa Rica here. The breakfast was fresh, delicious and so fun! Bernie was a fantastic host and has a deep knowledge of the place and lore that he will share if invited to. The views from the room are so beautiful, and the hammocks in the garden are lovely. Coffee and outdoor dining space are great. We loved it and would love to return!

Stayed in June 2023

Nice hotel and staff. Beautiful grounds.

Stayed in June 2023

Nothing

Amazing plants, garden, food, and people. (We loved the dogs)

Stayed in June 2023

Pura Vida is an oasis in the midst of a somewhat chaotic and bustling city. The second you go through the main gate, you realized that you have entered a special place. The grounds are beautiful and full of Costa Rican flora including a wide vast variety of orchids. The casitas are nested within the beautiful garden with some outstanding views to the mountains and Poas Volcano. The casitas are simple but ample and have everything you need for your stay. Berni and his wife are excellent hosts. Berni provided great recommendations for local restaurants and places to visit near the hotel. It was also great to talk to him about his experience as an expat living in Costa Rica. The rate included breakfast. By far the best fruit presentation I have ever seen!! and delicious yogurt, granola and bread was served. Every detail at Pura Vida is designed to transport you outside of your routine and remind you about what makes Costa Rica so special! We strongly recommended Pura Vida Hotel and will definitely stay here again during our next trip to Paradise.

Stayed in May 2023

I cannot think of anything that could be improved.

Our stay at Pura Vida was one of the most memorable of my entire life. This trip was my first visit outside of the country that I was born in, and Pura Vida Hotel was the first place I've stayed outside of the USA. Bernie started communicating with me via email immediately after I made my reservation. He offered the best advice on places of interest in Costa Rica and patiently answered all my questions, some of which I'm sure he probably thought were ridiculous. He also arranged for Alamo to deliver a rental car to us the morning after we arrived. His and Nhi's place is breathtakingly beautiful, and it has the best "Zen vibe" I've ever experienced. Nhi's meals were superb as well, and both she and Bernie were the perfect hosts, entertaining us with stories of Costa Rican history while we dined with the other guests. I would recommend Pura Vida Hotel to anyone who wants to experience the best of Costa Rica!

Stayed in April 2023

Asking for more would just be greedy.

I liked everything. I loved the little house we stayed in. I loved the orchids and the detail given to the garden. I loved the owner who was bright, helpful, intelligent, and humorous. I loved the hammocks and the outdoor seating. The breakfast was lovely. The place has a soul.

Stayed in April 2023

The mattress was a little firm for my taste.

I enjoyed my cabina so much I just wanted to hang out there. I had more than enough privacy from the other cabinas. The grounds are lush with tropical plants and home to many interesting birds. My breakfast of fresh fruit, yogurt & granola, bread pudding, and eggs was amazing. Bernie is very personable, helpful, and a wealth of knowledge. It’s the perfect place to land if you’re coming from or going to SJO. I will be returning.

Stayed in April 2023

Berni is an amazing host- extremely helpful and knowledgeable.

Stayed in March 2023

the birds, the plants, waiting for the bats

Stayed in February 2023

We loved Pura Vida Hotel. It was a lovely oasis, with beautiful grounds that are meticulously cared for. Berni was engaging and funny and made some great recommendations (Especially for a dinner out our first night). Breakfast, which is included, was a wonderful bowl of local fresh fruit, yogurt and granola, some amazing freshly baked banana bread, and lively conversation with Berni. If you are looking for a unique stay that really introduces the flora and fauna of Costa Rica, and is close to the airport, stay here!!!

Stayed in January 2023

Everything was perfect!

Personalized attention, beautiful setting, deluxe spacious accommodations, convenient location, warm expert guidance

Stayed in December 2022

too close to the road. lots of nighttime noise

gardens were beautiful and labeled with names of plants and flowers.

Stayed in December 2022