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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 particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

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

Rooms with:

  • City view

  • Terrace

Free private parking available at the hotel


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  • 2 large double beds
Room
377 feet²
Balcony
Garden View
Pool View
City View
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Terrace
Coffee Machine

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Carpeted
  • Cable channels
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$171 per night
Original price
US$642
Late Escape Deal
- US$128.40
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$513.60

US$171 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
  • We have 3 left
  • 1 single bed and 2 large double beds
Private suite
431 feet²
Balcony
Pool View
Mountain View
City View
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Coffee Machine
Max persons: 2
US$181 per night
Original price
US$679
Late Escape Deal
- US$135.80
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$543.20

US$181 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • We have 2 left
  • Bedroom 1: 2 large double beds
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
Entire villa
646 feet²
Balcony
City View
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
Terrace
Coffee Machine
Max persons: 2
US$215 per night
Original price
US$807
Late Escape Deal
- US$161.40
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$645.60

US$215 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • We have 4 left
  • You won't be charged yet
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Guests who stayed here loved

Tereza
Czech Republic Czech Republic
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
Canada Canada
The view was very beautiful and the place is quiet and peaceful
Rayna
Costa Rica Costa Rica
Beautiful location. Extremely friendly and professional staff. Comfortable beds, create sheets and pillows
Clemis
Canada Canada
Complete costa Rican feel and breakfast was amazing
Josine
Netherlands Netherlands
Good location, nice view, close to Alejuela center and the airport. Excellent breakfast, good diner. Also, something went wrong with the booking but it was very nicely dealt with. This was very much appreciated.
Samantha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
A wonderful hotel, very welcoming and great views!
Nikita
United States United States
great view, good location, nice room and balcony, backyard.
Jean-pierre
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything. Stunning location, beautiful gardens, amazingly friendly and helpful staff.
Emma
Sweden Sweden
Very helpful staf and shuttle. Beatiful hotel and surrounding garden. Perfect end to our trip
Maxine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Repeat stay for me. Friendly staff, great location and handy having airport transfer. Plentiful breakfast, tasty cocktails and decent a la carte menu. Small pool to take a dip and great views of San Jose.

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Guests who stayed here loved

Tereza
Czech Republic Czech Republic
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
Canada Canada
The view was very beautiful and the place is quiet and peaceful
Rayna
Costa Rica Costa Rica
Beautiful location. Extremely friendly and professional staff. Comfortable beds, create sheets and pillows
Clemis
Canada Canada
Complete costa Rican feel and breakfast was amazing
Josine
Netherlands Netherlands
Good location, nice view, close to Alejuela center and the airport. Excellent breakfast, good diner. Also, something went wrong with the booking but it was very nicely dealt with. This was very much appreciated.
Samantha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
A wonderful hotel, very welcoming and great views!
Nikita
United States United States
great view, good location, nice room and balcony, backyard.
Jean-pierre
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything. Stunning location, beautiful gardens, amazingly friendly and helpful staff.
Emma
Sweden Sweden
Very helpful staf and shuttle. Beatiful hotel and surrounding garden. Perfect end to our trip
Maxine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Repeat stay for me. Friendly staff, great location and handy having airport transfer. Plentiful breakfast, tasty cocktails and decent a la carte menu. Small pool to take a dip and great views of San Jose.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Metamorphosis Restaurant-Bar
  • Cuisine
    Local • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly

House rules

Buena Vista Chic Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-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 identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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