Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (344 reviews)
9 km North from the International airport toward Poas Volcano , Alajuela City , CR

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 344 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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Anna • family_with_children • es
9
Perfecte
Pros:

Molt simpàtics i restaurant molt bo

Cons:

Res

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Carolin • family_with_children • de
7
OK für eine erste oder letzte Nacht, vermutlich nicht für einen längeren Aufenthalt
Pros:

Die Anlage außen war sehr schön, wie ein mini Botanischer Garten. Frühstück war super, Staff freundlich

Cons:

Zimmer war sehr laut, da mehr oder weniger direkt neben dem Restaurant/Pool. Pool sehr winzig

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Lloyd • extended_group • gb
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Tanja • solo_traveller • de
10
Schönes Hotel
Pros:

Das Hotel ist sehr schön und hat einen wunderschönen Garten mit Pool und toller Aussicht über San José. Die Mitarbeiter sind alle freundlich und herzlich. Im Restaurant kann man gut essen.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Anne-Marie • couple • us
10
exceptional airport hotel
Pros:

free shuttle;; warm airport welcome; garrulously friendly driver pointing out the sighta; warmth of welccome at receptioon; the room; the view

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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ARNAUD • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

le cadre et la décoration sont très agréables. La vue sur San José et la vallée est superbe !

Cons:

la configuration des bâtiments fait que cela raisonne beaucoup et que cela peut-être bruyant des très top le matin (touristes démarrant leur journée tôt - 5/6 heures du matin et équipes de l’hôtel qui mettent en place le petit déjeuner à partir de 6h) à très tard le soir. De ce fait, les chambre ne sont pas au calme.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Val Quintero • solo_traveller • ar
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Mariam • couple • us
9
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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JADE • couple • ca
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Debora • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Aimé • family_with_children • nl
7
Prima hotel
Pros:

Het hotel en de kamers waren schoon en vriendelijk personeel.

Cons:

Het ontbijt had helaas weinig keuze, vooral als je geen eieren kunt eten. Ook vonden wij het eten over het algemeen wat matig.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Adrien • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Helga • family_with_children • gb
8
We only stayed one night at the end of our holiday, it worked out great. The grounds are well kept and free shuttle to a
Pros:

Clean and friendly staff,

Cons:

The breakfast was so so

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Francis • family_with_children • ch
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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K.P. • couple • nl
8
Nice hotel close to the airport
Pros:

Very Nice hotel, close to the airport

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Jerome23 • family_with_children • fr
9
Bel hotel sur les pentes du volcan.
Pros:

Bel hotel bien place sur les pentes du volcan. un tres beau jardin. Bon restaurant. Personnel aimable.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Anne-Sophie • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Benedicte • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • family_with_children • gb
8
Comfy stay with good access to airport.
Pros:

Great location with easy access to airport,starbucks hacienda coffee farm and Vulcan Poas. Nice pool. Great views. Comfortable room.

Cons:

Our room was noisy (room 3)

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee