Buena Vista Chic Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Exterior
Family Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
Lobby
Aerial view
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
The current price is AED 555
AED 628 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May

Room options

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Deluxe Room with King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Mountain view
  • 69 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Balcony Two Queen Beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Road 130, 9 kms north from the airport, toward Poas Volcano, San Isidro, Alajuela, 4050

What's nearby

  • Toucan Rescue Ranch - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Hacienda Alsacia - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • City Mall - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 16 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragón Dorado - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Casa del Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pipos Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Mirador - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Villa Catalina - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Hotel in the mountains
Free breakfast (local cuisine), a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Buena Vista Chic Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Quetzal Grill, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An area shuttle, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip 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 center 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

  • In-room crib
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

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 available
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Buena Vista Chic Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Buena Vista Chic Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Buena Vista Chic Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buena Vista Chic Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Buena Vista Chic Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Buena Vista Chic Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 5:00 AM–11:00 PM on request.

Where is Buena Vista Chic Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Hacienda Alsacia, Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto, and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum. Alajuela Cathedral and Central Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Buena Vista Chic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 367 out of 546 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 546 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 546 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 546 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 546 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

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the views and the staff and the location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, our go-to choice when in San Jose.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely way to begin our holiday in Costa Rica!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property . Very well maintained . Staff is amazing . The view is fantastic yet only 20 minutes to the airport . It was so convenient that the shuttle was available for pick up and drop off to the airport and car rental . Breakfast included was great . They even packed up breakfast to go for us as we had to leave for the airport 5am . Jorge our server / bartender was fantastic . Great conversations and great food and drinks . This is a great location to start your adventure of Beautiful Costa Rica.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

heather

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

Ondrea

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

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed here one night, but wished we could have been here longer! The room was lovely and clean, the views were great, and staff was friendly. The grounds were gorgeous, and very enjoyable to walk through. We sat in lawn chairs and watched mot mots, aracari, and other birds. The on-site restaurant was fantastic as well! And they had an airport shuttle. Thanks for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Oriana

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

10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

6/10 Okay

Kristie

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

Deandra

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

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

OCIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little gem was a breathtaking. We were picked up by their shuttle and Jonathan was extremely polite. He drove us to this secluded place where Buena Vista is located. The place is located in a forest area. The property is surrounded by trees and flowers. It’s a place where one can relax, enjoy the view of nature and overlooking the mountains and city. You will find inner peace at this location. The staff are excellent and extremely friendly! They were very welcoming. We even had a chat with the owner of the place. It’s rare to stay in a hotel where the owner will engage in conversation with their guests. We enjoyed this hotel truly. We stayed for two nights and will definitely be back again! Thank you for an amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen Jean

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

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property and staff were great! Loved the beauty of the property and kindness of the staff!

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I stayed at Buena Vista Chic Hotel for one night, and the experience was truly exceptional thanks to the incredible staff. From the moment we arrived, the front desk worker welcomed us with such warmth and professionalism. He offered us cold drinks and refreshing wet towels, making us feel instantly relaxed and cared for. The excellent service continued with the two male staff members from the restaurant, who went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. We had an early flight the next morning and wouldn’t be able to enjoy the hotel’s breakfast. Without hesitation, they packed us a to-go breakfast so we wouldn’t miss out. We opened our bags at the airport and were delighted to enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal before our flight—such a simple gesture that made a big impact. The team at Buena Vista Chic Hotel truly made our short stay memorable with their kindness, attention to detail, and genuine hospitality. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

yifei

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

Sunseray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were nice and the property is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Adilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay the staff was very friendly and helpful they views was amazing really enjoyed staying there
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024