Buena Vista Chic Hotel
9 km North from the International airport toward Poas Volcano
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Why people book this hotel
“This is fantastic after a very long flight when you are tired and want to go to …”
“The view from the garden was nice and the sunlight was coming right onto our bal…”
“The hotel is in Alajuela not far from the airport and the hotel provides a free …”
“The location next to the airport was great”
“The breakfast was ok and the coffee could have been better”
“Breakfast was great”
“Receptionist was very friendly and helpful, we were offered cold face cloth and …”
“Lovely location with very friendly and helpful staff”
“The room was spacious and clean and the bed very comfortable”
“An absolutely stunning and impeccably clean hotel”
“Hotel was very clean and well maintained, it had a nice pool although we didnt …”
“On the hill overlooking San Jose it has a beautiful garden and swimming pool and…”
Overview
Hotel Buena Vista offers a solar-heated outdoor pool, free airport transfers and panoramic views of the Poás, Barva and lrazú Volcanoes, Costa Rica’s Central Valley and the city of San José. Built in a Spanish colonial style, this charming resort offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a fan. The private bathrooms include a hairdryer. The Buena Vista has a bar and an elegant restaurant, where international cuisine is served. A tropical continental breakfast is included. The hotel has its own nature trail and can arrange tours to local coffee plantations and national parks. Free private parking is available on site, and Juan Santamaria International Airport is just a 15-minute drive away.
Traveller reviews
Radhika
couple
May 18, 2026
“Fantastic views and very comfortable bed plus free airport shuttle excellent”
The hotel is in Alajuela not far from the airport and the hotel provides a free and convenient shuttle to meet your flight. This is fantastic after a very long flight when you are tired and want to go to bed. The room was spacious and clean and the bed very comfortable. The breakfast was ok and the coffee could have been better. The gardens and views from the hotel are fabulous. The downside was arranging transport to go to La Fortuna as the shared transport options dont cover this hotel. You would also need to take a taxi to San Jose
Ace-n-Moon
solo_traveller
April 17, 2026
“Good for a one night stay next to the airport”
The location next to the airport was great. The view from the garden was nice and the sunlight was coming right onto our balcony in the room in the morning.
Yago
family_with_children
March 31, 2026
Breakfast was great. Room very comfortable
Lucie
couple
March 27, 2026
“Perfect start to our Costa Rica journey”
An absolutely stunning and impeccably clean hotel. We wholeheartedly recommend staying here without any hesitation. This was our very first night in Costa Rica, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect start to our journey. Everything exceeded our expectations. Thank you so much for your warm hospitality – it truly made our arrival unforgettable.
Beverly
couple
March 26, 2026
“Great for a one night stay”
Great views from the hotel grounds and rooms on the top floor had better views. The breakfast was included and was good. Receptionist was very friendly and helpful, we were offered cold face cloth and complimentary drink on arrival. Hotel was very clean and well maintained, it had a nice pool although we didnt use it, lots of seating around pool and in the garden Would stay again, was great for a one night stay before we returned to England
Andrew
couple
March 17, 2026
“Convenient”
Local to airport
Jonathan
couple
March 2, 2026
Lovely location with very friendly and helpful staff. Nice breakfast, comfortable room and great views.
Andrew
couple
February 26, 2026
“Perfect spot near SJO airport”
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.
Claudia Katharina
solo_traveller
February 21, 2026
The view was incredible.
Sally
extended_group
February 17, 2026
“A lovely staff, hotel and location.”
Staff super friendly and helpful, from check-in to restaurant staff. Beds very comfortable and room large. Location is great for people who have just flown in on a long-haul flight - not too far from the airport but far enough to be quiet. View from our balcony was ok but understand some rooms didn't have a view. Breakfast was good and great to have a walk round the grounds afterwards before driving on to the next destination.
Jackie
couple
February 6, 2026
“Helpful staff and good restaurant.”
Nice location and room comfortable and spacious.
Jackie
extended_group
January 29, 2026
“Very Nice”
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.
Jackie
couple
January 29, 2026
Location was good, close to San Jose airport
Denise
couple
January 22, 2026
“Good location for a one night stay, 15 mins from SJO airport and not in the city.”
Comfortable room with super comfy beds and pillows.
David Alan
couple
December 26, 2025
“Good location”
Close to facilities
Zvezda
extended_group
December 4, 2025
“Great experience, we are definitely staying again on the way back. Great prices for the quality of everything, would rec”
Breathtaking view, very friendly staff and the breakfast is amazing. The beds and pillows are very comfortable.
Tereza
extended_group
November 23, 2025
“Great rooms and delicious breakfast”
The room was very nice, clean, and spacious. We really enjoyed the delicious breakfast - it was the highlight of our stay. Perfect for 1 night when traveling from San Jose to La Fortuna.
Monique
family_with_children
November 21, 2025
The view was very beautiful and the place is quiet and peaceful
rayna
family_with_children
November 18, 2025
“Great hotel up in the mountains. Close to the airport for arrivals or departures from Costa Rica”
Beautiful location. Extremely friendly and professional staff. Comfortable beds, create sheets and pillows
Clemis
couple
November 9, 2025
Complete costa Rican feel and breakfast was amazing
Facilities
Activities
Children's playground, Hiking
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar, Wine/champagne
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Safety deposit box
Internet
Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shuttle service, Concierge service, Shuttle service (free), Airport shuttle (free), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Currency exchange, Car hire, Tour desk, Luggage storage, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Room service
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Deluxe King Room
The spacious double room provides a coffee machine, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safe deposit box, a sofa and a carpeted floor. The unit offers 2 beds.
Superior Balcony - 2 Queen Beds
This spacious, colonial-style room has a private balcony with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside, volcanoes, coffee plantations and the Central Valley. It offers free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a ceiling fan. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer.
Superior King Room with Balcony
The spacious double room offers soundproof walls, a coffee machine, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious twin room features a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.
Family Suite
The suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Featuring a terrace with pool views, this suite also provides a coffee machine and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 3 beds.
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