Hotel Aldea Pura Vida

Hotels
Independent
7.8 (21 reviews)
350 Metros Oeste del Muelle de Cruceros, Puntarenas, Puntarenas, 60101 , Puntarenas , CR

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Front desk (limited hours)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Parking (limited spaces)
Free self parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Food and water bowls
Change of towels (on request)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
A nice location by the beach
Cons:
Lack of hygiene products and soap
Dirty bathrooms
Disrespectful service
Inefficient service
Worn rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
3
Reports of poor cleanliness including lack of hygiene products and dirty bathrooms.
Service
3.5
Guests experienced disrespect and inefficiency in the service, leading to dissatisfaction.
Location
5.8
The beachside location was appreciated, but other aspects overshadowed this positive.
Room Quality
4
Rooms showed wear and cosmetic concerns, impacting the overall quality.
Amenities
3
Lack of essential amenities such as hygiene products and soap reported by guests.
Value for Money
4.3
Guests felt the stay did not offer value for money, possibly due to the quality and service received.
Food and Beverage
3
No specific mention of food and beverage in the reviews provided.
Overall Experience
4
Most guests had negative experiences and indicated they would not return to the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-08-03 16:58

Property Description

Central Location
Hotel Aldea Pura Vida is conveniently situated near popular attractions like Puntarenas Cathedral and Puntarenas Beach, perfect for exploring the city on foot.

Cozy Accommodations
Relax in one of the 9 comfortable guestrooms equipped with complimentary wireless internet access, ensuring you stay connected throughout your stay.

Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and take advantage of free self parking during your stay at our welcoming hotel.

Book your stay at Hotel Aldea Pura Vida for a memorable experience immersed in the heart of Puntarenas.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Private host property

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 21 reviews
Cleanliness: 3
Service: 3.5
Location: 5.8
Room Quality: 4
Amenities: 3
Value for Money: 4.3
Food and Beverage: 3
Overall Experience: 4
M
Marina friends
8
Pros:

No parking as described during reservation process. I was disrespected by owner for being an assertive woman.
Constantly calling another person to solve simple issues. One time visit, no return patron. Not happy.

2025-04-17 via Nuitee
D
Dylan partner
10
Pros:

A nice location by the beach. The rooms are behind a restaurant, keeping it quieter. The accommodations are older with rooms that show some wear, but that’s a minor cosmetic concern. it’s a fine place to stay!

2025-03-22 via Nuitee
N
Norma
2
Horrible
Pros:

No tenía higiénico, ni jabón de manos, el baño muy sucio, realmente no fue una buena experiencia

2025-03-18 via Nuitee
R
Richard
10
Pros:

Nice

2025-02-28 via Nuitee
S
stephanie partner
10
Pros:

I loved the location, the beach, the street vendors. The water is beautiful and warm. We went swimming at night, it was great. The staff was very nice, just didn't seem very knowledgeable. Breakfast was great also. There is a shower by where there park the cars to rinse off from the ocean.

2025-01-31 via Nuitee
J
JC
8
In a pinch
Pros:

Room is very small and basic, does have air conditioning, however only bedsheets and the bottom one came off. Wifi only available in restaurant. Staff is very friendly and helpful.

2025-01-20 via Nuitee
W
Wade
6
Hotel Alden Pura Vida
Pros:

Our room was clean and had towels. The staff was great and the location was awesome. Those are the positives. The room is not plumbed for hot water, just sheets and no blankets

2024-12-28 via Nuitee
C
Catherine
10
Pros:

This place is the best!!! I felt safe, great owner, great employees, always kind and helpful. Spectacular view of the ocean. Plus the food is great. Everything is done with care and quality.

2024-12-16 via Nuitee
A
Arsenio
8
Pros:

Evething close bye

2024-10-09 via Nuitee
C
CARLOS
10
Pros:

Muy amables, excelente atención

2024-09-10 via Nuitee
C
Clency
4
Cálida - Precio es Caro
Pros:

Me presenté al hotel y la Srita de Recepción me cobraron $15 más caro de cómo estaba en las aplicaciones .

Por lo que eligi está aplicación para realizar mi reserva , la habitación tenía muy mal olor y la cama tenía pulgas o purrujas que me tenían toda picada .

En la tarde se me apeteció un café en el restaurante del hotel por lo que fui a comprarlo y para mí sorpresa me dijeron que no había café , asombroso que Costa Rica no tenga café donde los ticos somos conocidos por ser cafeteros .

Lo que es el desayuno es de baja calidad y solo te sirven una Taza de café .

Por lo que opté no reservar más e irme aún lugar más cómodo y con café.

Pésimo internet.

2024-08-20 via Nuitee
E
Esmeralda Ocaña
10
Pros:

El personal amable y tiene excelente ubicación

2024-08-09 via Nuitee
F
Fer family
8
Pros:

Amazing staff and service!

2024-07-12 via Nuitee
M
Marie partner
2
Pros:

Property was not clean at all. Property needs a lotttt of repairs to bring it up to bare minimum standard. Room and bathroom was very small. Room had smeared black marks on walls, and they had a very strong smell due to mof balls they have in room and bathroom. They have people living there and we’re very loud at night so we could not sleep. We had to buy ice at the restaurant to have cold water. no amenities in the room. No parking so we parked road side and walked to the hotel. I would never stay at this property again.

2024-05-15 via Nuitee
J
Javier
8
Pros:

El parqueo uno detras del otro es imposible, eso no es parqueo, uno no se puede parquear sin que haya que mover a todos los del hotel

2024-04-13 via Nuitee
B
Bela partner
8
Pros:

For some reason, the address given for the hotel did not match where it was located. A kind person asked if we needed help and gave us google translated directions for where the hotel actually was, 1 km away. Once we got there, everything went well with check in and accommodations.

2024-04-05 via Nuitee
W
Windle family
8
Pros:

The rooms had good AC but the bathroom sanitizer smell overpowering. Very basic but clean. Not a luxury option but very satisfactory and great price for quality. The staff was super and very friendly and knowledgeable. Food was good and breakfast was a nice variety. A great option should we visit again. Pura Vida!

2024-03-15 via Nuitee
N
Nicole family
4
Pros:

This hotel is across from the beach and free breakfast included, however bathrooms in poor shape and beds uncomfortable with only one sheet to sleep with. Hostess was kind and helped with parking. We came after dark and couldn’t find a parking spot close by. We felt like we were an inconvenience at the restaurant for breakfast but the food was good.

2023-09-17 via Nuitee
C
Carmen Elena partner
2
Pros:

No lo recomiendo.
Mal servicio al cliente, sin agua en la habitación., toda la luz del pasillo traspasa las cortinas...

2023-04-18 via Nuitee
J
Jose partner
10
Pros:

La ducha del baño no estaba bien, se requiere que la cambien. También hace falta un momentito e le para poner la ropa.

2023-02-14 via Nuitee