Hotel Buena Vista offers a solar-heated outdoor pool, free airport transfers and panoramic views of the Poás, Barva and lrazú Volcanoes, Costa Rica’s Central Valley and the city of San José.
Built in a Spanish colonial style, this charming resort offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a fan. The private bathrooms include a hairdryer.
The Buena Vista has a bar and an elegant restaurant, where international cuisine is served. A tropical continental breakfast is included.
The hotel has its own nature trail and can arrange tours to local coffee plantations and national parks. Free private parking is available on site, and Juan Santamaria International Airport is just a 15-minute drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.
Rooms with:
Terrace
City view
Free private parking available at the hotel
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.5
Free Wifi
9.0
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Guests who stayed here loved
Julie
United States
“Very helpful front desk woman. Lovely room, pool, gardens, restaurant. Everything was excellent and relaxing.”
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Toshinao
Japan
“Very kind staff and nice breakfast! I did not know that October is rainy season in Costa Rica, but I enjoyed this hotel a lot. Free ride between airport and hotel is wonderful, too. I want to suggest this hotel to my friends and will be back in...”
Joshua
Costa Rica
“We had a reservation for 1 room, but last minute we needed an extra room because of flight changes. They accommodated us immediately and were so helpful during a stressful travel time.”
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Valerie
United States
“This hotel is great! They accomodated our "a little" bit late arrival for a great cold beer and food! Every meal was wonderful. Very clean property.”
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Jennifer
United States
“We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! It was small and quaint, and the staff took great pride in making our short stay amazing! We had a wonderful balcony with a beautiful view, and our room was clean and comfortable. I would absolutely recommend...”
Jordan
United States
“Beautiful view
Nice breakfast included
Friendly staff, especially Lucia
Airport pickup put me at ease!”
Dodge
United States
“Beautiful boutique hotel with beautiful views off the back side. The restaurant was great too.”
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Edward
United States
“Checkin was quick and efficient. Staff was friendly. Facilities were nicely kept.”
Yumiko
Japan
“The view from the hotel was very nice! There’s a garden/trail within the premise, well maintained and beautiful. The room I stayed in was spacious, very clean, and the bed was comfortable. The hotel staff were very friendly, hospitable, and...”
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Alshafie
United States
“Supportive staff and excellent view. Very accommodating with early flight out and needing to be out by 3 AM”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
Metamorphosis Restaurant-Bar
Cuisine
Local • International
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
Ambience
Family-friendly
House rules
Buena Vista Chic Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
Cash is not accepted
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please note that the operating hours of the free transfer from the hotel to the airport is from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM and you must make a reservation at least 24 hours in advance.
The front desk remain open from 7am to 10pm.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Buena Vista Chic Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about Buena Vista Chic Hotel
Guests staying at Buena Vista Chic Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
À la carte
Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
Room options at Buena Vista Chic Hotel include:
Double
Twin
Suite
Villa
Check-in at Buena Vista Chic Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
The prices at Buena Vista Chic Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Buena Vista Chic Hotel has 1 restaurants:
Metamorphosis Restaurant-Bar
Buena Vista Chic Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
Hiking
Playground
Swimming pool
Buena Vista Chic Hotel is 3.1 mi from the center of Alajuela.
Yes, Buena Vista Chic Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.
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United States“Very helpful front desk woman. Lovely room, pool, gardens, restaurant. Everything was excellent and relaxing.”
Japan“Very kind staff and nice breakfast! I did not know that October is rainy season in Costa Rica, but I enjoyed this hotel a lot. Free ride between airport and hotel is wonderful, too. I want to suggest this hotel to my friends and will be back in...”
Costa Rica“We had a reservation for 1 room, but last minute we needed an extra room because of flight changes. They accommodated us immediately and were so helpful during a stressful travel time.”
