Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (225 reviews)
9 km North from the International airport toward Poas Volcano , Alajuela City , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful views
Good breakfast
Clean and spacious rooms
Cons:
Bathroom odor issues
Limited portions at breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
7.83
Consistent cleanliness reported, but noted issues with bathroom smell.
Service
8.8
Friendly and efficient service praised across multiple reviews.
Location
8.84
Well-located hotel with beautiful views.
Room Quality
8.79
Spacious, clean, and beautifully designed rooms.
Amenities
8.32
Nice amenities including breakfast and shuttle service.
Value for Money
8.28
Good value for the quality provided.
Food and Beverage
8.83
Breakfast quality received positive comments, along with dinner satisfaction.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall positive experience with a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:20

Property Description

Solar-Heated Outdoor Pool and Panoramic Views
Hotel Buena Vista boasts a solar-heated outdoor pool and stunning panoramic views of the Poás, Barva and Irazú Volcanoes, Costa Rica’s Central Valley, and the city of San José.

Charming Spanish Colonial Style Rooms
Experience the allure of Spanish colonial style in the spacious rooms at Buena Vista. Enjoy amenities such as free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and a fan, with private bathrooms that include a hairdryer.

Nature Trail and Local Tours
Explore the hotel's nature trail or opt for tours to local coffee plantations and national parks. With free airport transfers and private parking, your stay at Buena Vista will be both convenient and memorable.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and adventure at Hotel Buena Vista!

Important information:

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.Please inform 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.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 225 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.83
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.84
Room Quality: 8.79
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 8.28
Food and Beverage: 8.83
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
Perfect spot near SJO airport
Pros:

20 mins from airport and free transfers included. On the hill overlooking San Jose it has a beautiful garden and swimming pool and the most comfortable bed we have slept on in Costa Rica.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Sophia • couple • gb
8
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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MARIA ALEJANDRA • family_with_children • cl
10
Un hotel Precioso y romántico
Pros:

El hotel es precioso, con una vista preciosa a la ciudad y muy cuidado en cada detalle. Habitacion amplia y muy comoda

Cons:

Almohadas demasiado blandas.
No nos gusto la comida del restaurante, poca gracia, un poco desabrido, carisimo para lo que era

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Sara • family_with_children • es
8
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Location was good, close to San Jose airport

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • extended_group • gb
10
Very Nice
Pros:

Lovely little boutique hotel, close to San Jose airport.
Free shuttle service from hotel to airport, which was a nice bonus, we had to leave early for our flight home and the hotel provided us with a nice little packed breakfast to take with us.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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François • family_with_children • fr
8
Nuit de transit après 3 semaines au CR avant de repartir
Pros:

Le calme, la déco, l'amabilité du personnel, la propreté.

Cons:

La robinetterie de la douche qui m'a fait prendre une douche glacée alors qu'il y avait de l'eau chaude, le lavabo complètement fissuré et qui aurait dû être changé depuis longtemps, compte tenu du prix de la chambre, le rapport qualité / prix moyen. Je m'attendais à mieux au vu des photos sur le site .

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Stéphane • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • gb
8
Good location for a one night stay, 15 mins from SJO airport and not in the city.
Pros:

Comfortable room with super comfy beds and pillows.

Cons:

Hotel restaurant was dated and stark, had no views and evening menu uninspiring. Suggest booking at the Mirador Restaurant 5 mins away by uber which has great views over the city and amazing steaks. The swimming pool wasn't well maintained or cleared of debris so we didn't use it which was a shame as one reason for booking the hotel was because it had a pool.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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myriam • couple • ch
8
Pas mal
Pros:

Belle villa grande et agréable ! Le prix un peu cher ($330.-)pour ce que c’est ….

Cons:

Odeur épouvantable dans la salle de bain (villa 2)et on entend bien les avions (mais peu la nuit !)

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Lissette • couple • cr
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tina • couple • ch
10
Un très bel hôtel où séjourner proche de l’aéroport
Pros:

L’endroit est magnifique et proche de l’aéroport donc super pour une nuit à l’arrivée ou la veille du départ. Il y a un mirador pour admirer la vue et un petit tour à faire au milieu des plants de café. Le petitdej est très bien et la chambre confortable ! Nous avons également pu profiter de la piscine et de notre petit balcon. Top !

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Vincent • solo_traveller • us
9
Excellent in every way
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Juan Camilo • solo_traveller • co
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Simone • family_with_children • it
10
Siamonstati benissimo.
Pros:

Colazione e vista

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • sg
8
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
9
A good way to land in costa rica after an 11 hour flight
Pros:

Convenience and service

Cons:

sadly, we were in room 2, which was very noisy because it was close to the reception desk

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Doug • couple • us
10
We enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
Pros:

The hotel was nice and clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. The views were gorgeous and we enjoyed exploring the property. It was the perfect place to spend the first couple of nights in Costa Rica.

2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Joice • family_with_children • br
9
Pros:

Instalaciones buenas y limpias, y habitaciones espaciosas.
Desayuno incluido con diferentes opciones además de algunas frutas, pastel del día y tostadas.

Cons:

El pollo empanizado (en la cena) estaba un poco tostado. El postre (Charlotte) no valió la pena.

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Jose • couple • cr
10
2026-01-05 • via Nuitee