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Buena Vista Chic Hotel

3.5 star property
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Family Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Road 130, 9 kms north from the airport, toward Poas Volcano, San Isidro, Alajuela, 4050
  • Toucan Rescue Ranch
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Alsacia
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • City Mall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬
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Room options

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Deluxe Room with King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Room with King Bed

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Room, Balcony

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Family Villa | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Family Villa

  • 69 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Family Junior Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Balcony Two Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Balcony Two Queen Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and free airport shuttle
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast (local cuisine) is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free airport shuttle. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk are on-site.
Buena Vista Chic Hotel offers 30 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children aged under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The free breakfast at Buena Vista Chic Hotel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be close to Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free round-trip airport shuttle.
  • Free local cuisine breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the breakfast
  • 8 minutes by car from Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and 8 minutes from Juan Santamaria Historical Museum
  • Free airport shuttle service
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Buena Vista Chic Hotel. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star San Isidro hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free local cuisine breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Quetzal Grill – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Quetzal Grill

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Buena Vista Chic Hotel offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport and train station (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Buena Vista Alajuela
Hotel Buena Vista
Hotel Buena Vista Alajuela
Hotel Buena Vista San Isidro
Buena Vista San Isidro
San Isidro Hotel Buena Vista Hotel
Hotel Hotel Buena Vista San Isidro
Buena Vista
Hotel Hotel Buena Vista
Hotel Buena Vista
Buena Vista Chic Hotel Hotel
Buena Vista Chic Hotel San Isidro
Buena Vista Chic Hotel Hotel San Isidro

Buena Vista Chic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 560 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 560 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 560 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 560 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 560 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view of San Jose, including sparkling lights at night. It is high above the city which drowns out the city noise, yet just a few minutes from the airport. The surrounding trees and flowers make it so pleasant!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esteban Bolaños

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! just be aware of your valuable personal belongings at all times. Don’t leave anything unattended!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren, Barrington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff. Technology didn't work well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ondrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the staff were outstanding! They have a gorgeous view of the city. The hotel has an excellent restaurant and there are also a few restaurants close by. The only amenity we missed was a gym.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Hotel was clean and great views. Breakfast was yummy too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very clean and lovely property. Staff are just excellent. Friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was just great- selection and quality. Will stay again. The grounds are well maintained and so pretty.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Isabella

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great choice for a one night stay before/after flight! It does feel a bit outdated, but everything still looked nice and clean. I got my hopes up reading about the coffee trail, thinking it was a longer trail, but it is very short. It is definitely still worth experiencing, but keep in mind it only takes about 10minutes to get though. We had dinner out instead of trying to the restaurant, so I cannot comment on that. We also did not have AC in our room. It was fine, but I didn’t realize that when I booked it, so also make sure to check. The biggest benefit was free airport shuttles both ways!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic first night in Costa Rica

The hotel was easily accessible from the airport (just 25 minute drive) yet far enough away to feel one with nature. The room was large with a great view and all the staff were very pleasant. We will be back again the night before flying home
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank, Niskayuna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the valley. The kind of hotel where you meet other guests sitting out on the deck chairs enjoying the view
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They went above and beyond. Very friendly. I would recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

yifei

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is hidden pearl close to airport area, very well -maintained garden. Free shuttle to airport is convenient fto take international flights at SJO! The staff are very helpful to each guest! Restaurant staff service are great, food is excellent, price is reasonable! Very a pleasant stay, definitely will come back again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely view out over San Jose and more!

This is a perfect small hotel, which we overnighted at between flights returning to USA. The pool was warm enough to enjoy, there were lots of places to use outdoor chairs to enjoy the gardens and the birdwatching was excellent right there. Wonderful to have restaurant right here.
Pool
View
Restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oriana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Hareesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in gorgeous villa with terrific restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen Jean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The included breakfast was off the menu, and absolutely delicious. We took advantage of walking the coffee trail every day we were there, a short stroll, but very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronique

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property located about 20 minutes away from the airport. It has an amazing view of the capital. Although it is a small hotel, my family and I enjoyed it. It is quiet, safe and the staff is professional, polite and attentive. It is not crowded! The hotel offers free transportation from/to the airport. If you are checking out early, make sure to let the receptionist know, so you can enjoy a sack breafast to eat on your way to the airport. The only reason I'm not giving the excellent rating is due to the unstable internet in my room and no AC. However the tempature in the room was not that hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property overall, the room was a little humid and damp due ti all the rain. No A/C in the room to help control the dampness would recommend a portable dehumidifier. The sofa bed was really bad. Thankfully it was just our kids that slept on it but it had server spring issues (picture the movie money pit :))
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The walking trails on the property were very nice. The nighttime view of San Jose is very beautiful. It had a very welcoming atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with awesome view
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Soraya

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024