Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location near airport
Helpful staff
Decent breakfast
Cons:
Rooms need renovation
Noisy environment in some areas

Categories

Cleanliness
8.23
Some rooms were dated, indicating a need for better cleanliness.
Service
9.2
Guests praised the helpful and friendly staff, indicating high service quality.
Location
9.24
Conveniently located near the airport, which guests appreciated.
Room Quality
7.69
Several reviews mentioned that rooms are dated and need renovations.
Amenities
8.52
Small plunge pool and airport shuttle are notable amenities.
Value for Money
7.68
Some guests found it expensive for the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.23
Breakfast was mentioned as decent, with some positive feedback on meal quality.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall positive experiences with minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:32

Property Description

Convenient Location and Amenities

Located just 8 minutes from the airport, La Riviera Hotel offers free Wi-Fi, sun terraces, and a pool. The air-conditioned rooms feature cable TV and pool views, while the on-site restaurant serves international cuisine and Spanish tapas.

Pet-Friendly Environment

La Riviera Hotel welcomes pets with an additional fee. Guests can enjoy the pet-friendly atmosphere while exploring nearby attractions like coffee plantations, butterfly sanctuaries, and volcanic tours.

Tour Arrangements and Transportation

The hotel assists guests in arranging daily tours to various attractions and provides free airport transportation. With easy access to the bus station, exploring San José and its surroundings is convenient.

Book your stay at La Riviera Hotel now for a memorable and pet-friendly experience!

Important information:

The property offers complimentary shuttle transportation to and from the Juan Santamaria International Airport any time.
To make shuttle arrangements, guests must contact La Riviera Hotel at least 1 day prior their arrival using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

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 allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 12 years old stay for US$10 per person per night 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.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2250 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.23
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.24
Room Quality: 7.69
Amenities: 8.52
Value for Money: 7.68
Food and Beverage: 8.23
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Villalonga • couple • bm
9
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Keisuke • couple • jp
10
おすすめ
Pros:

綺麗で清潔で部屋は多少古かったですがホテルプール　朝飯、お庭よかったです。空港から近いので遅く着く際はおすすめ。送迎あり。

Cons:

無し

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • au
9
I'd stay again
Pros:

Great restaurant [although expensive]...very good menu. Breakfast good too

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • gb
9
Great place to stay for airport transfers
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff - great restaurant

Cons:

A bit noisy in the in the road behind our room

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • cr
9
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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sandrine • family_with_children • fr
8
Bien
Pros:

L’emplacement proche de l’aéroport. Le transfert de/vers l’aéroport inclus

Cons:

La piscine est petite et très froide

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
J
Joshua • couple • cl
7
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Gabriela • solo_traveller • ar
8
Volvería
Pros:

El personal muy amable y todo estaba bien organizado y limpio

Cons:

La ducha no tenía potencia ni calor

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Theresa • extended_group • us
5
Pros:

Nice staff, good neighborhood

Cons:

Hot water failed and wasn’t fixed

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
T
Thelma N • solo_traveller • ar
7
Pros:

Cerca del aeropuerto que era lo que necesitaba,

Cons:

muyyy ruidoso ,los ruidos de los aire acondicionado en el techo y había viento la habitación tenía unas ventanas de vidrios pequeños tipo ventiluz qué no cierran imposible descansar ,use el traslado hacia el aeropuerto y el chófer se notaba a disgusto

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Emmanuel • couple • fr
8
Pratique et confortable pour une nuit d’étape
Pros:

Hôtel idéal pour une nuit d’étape avant de partir à la découverte du Costa Rica.

Cons:

L’insonorisation quasi inexistante entre la chambre les parties communes.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • family_with_children • us
10
good food!
Pros:

Close to the airport, good breakfast, close to Alamo rent a car , very safe place to stay, nice pool and gardens, lovely place and restaurant!!! staff was great!

Cons:

a refrigerator in the room is a +

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Florence • couple • ca
8
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
C
Christian • couple • ch
9
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
D
Díane • solo_traveller • us
9
Great free transport from airport and nice simple rooms
Pros:

Sweet property next to everything.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
V
Villalonga • couple • bm
9
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Larry • couple • us
9
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
M
Milagros • couple • pr
6
The Hotel need of renovation
Pros:

I really liked the location of Hotel Riviera since it is very close to the airport, and they also provide airport pickup service, which was very convenient. The breakfast was very good, and all the staff members were very kind and friendly during my stay. It was a pleasant experience for an overnight stay.

Cons:

The hotel is in urgent need of renovation. The room looked very old, and the furniture was worn out. The bed sheets were also worn and stained, which made the room feel less clean and comfortable.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
C
Chantal • couple • be
8
Très bien pour passer une nuit en arrivant ou repartant.
Pros:

Très bon hôtel d’étape. Personnel très gentil. Emplacement près de l’aéroport avec navette. Joli jardin et piscine

Cons:

Bruit de la route à proximité

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • family_with_children • ca
9
Très bel endroit près de l’aéroport
Pros:

Chambre très spacieuse et propre. Air climatisé. Personnel très aimable. Service de navette de et vers l’aéroport. Restaurant sur place.

Cons:

L’eau de la piscine trop froide pour se baigner. Ce la ne m’a pas empêchée de dormir mais c’est assez bruyant.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee