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.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 twin bed
and
2 queen beds
Bedroom :
2 queen beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jennifer
    United States of America United States of America
    We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! It was small and quaint, and the staff took great pride in making our short stay amazing! We had a wonderful balcony with a beautiful view, and our room was clean and comfortable. I would absolutely recommend...
  • Jordan
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful view Nice breakfast included Friendly staff, especially Lucia Airport pickup put me at ease!
  • Dodge
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful boutique hotel with beautiful views off the back side. The restaurant was great too.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Metamorphosis Restaurant-Bar
    • Cuisine
      Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Buena Vista Chic Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Playground
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Car rental
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Buena Vista Chic Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Buena Vista Chic Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

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.

Please inform Buena Vista Chic Hotel 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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Buena Vista Chic Hotel

  • Room options at Buena Vista Chic Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite
    • Villa

  • Yes, Buena Vista Chic Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Buena Vista Chic Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Metamorphosis Restaurant-Bar

  • Buena Vista Chic Hotel is 3.1 miles from the center of Alajuela. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Buena Vista Chic Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Buena Vista Chic Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Swimming pool

  • The prices at Buena Vista Chic Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Buena Vista Chic Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte