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 8.4 for a two-person trip.
“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
“The view was very beautiful and the place is quiet and peaceful”
Rayna
Costa Rica
“Beautiful location. Extremely friendly and professional staff. Comfortable beds, create sheets and pillows”
Clemis
Canada
“Complete costa Rican feel and breakfast was amazing”
J
Josine
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.”
S
Samantha
United Kingdom
“A wonderful hotel, very welcoming and great views!”
Nikita
United States
“great view, good location, nice room and balcony, backyard.”
J
Jean-pierre
United Kingdom
“Everything. Stunning location, beautiful gardens, amazingly friendly and helpful staff.”
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Emma
Sweden
“Very helpful staf and shuttle. Beatiful hotel and surrounding garden. Perfect end to our trip”
M
Maxine
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
Facilities of Buena Vista Chic Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6
Most popular facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Airport shuttle (free)
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Bar
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
Cash is not accepted
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.
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