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Buena Vista Chic Hotel

3.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star San Isidro hotel

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Road 130, 9 kms north from the airport, toward Poas Volcano, San Isidro, Alajuela, 4050
  • Toucan Rescue Ranch
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Alsacia
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • City Mall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room with King Bed

Deluxe Room with King Bed

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, Balcony

Superior Room, Balcony

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Villa

Family Villa

  • 69 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Deluxe Room

  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Junior Suite

Family Junior Suite

  • 50 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Balcony Two Queen Beds

Superior Balcony Two Queen Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Pilas

Close to airport.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Hacienda Alsacia and Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto. Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Alajuela Cathedral are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star San Isidro hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Buena Vista Chic Hotel. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star San Isidro hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Buena Vista Chic Hotel offers 30 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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

Buena Vista Chic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 547 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 547 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 547 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 547 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 547 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

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely view out over San Jose and more!
This is a perfect small hotel, which we overnighted at between flights returning to USA. The pool was warm enough to enjoy, there were lots of places to use outdoor chairs to enjoy the gardens and the birdwatching was excellent right there. Wonderful to have restaurant right here.
Pool
View
Restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oriana

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

6/10 Okay

Hareesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
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

Karen Jean

Travelled with partner
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

Veronique

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property located about 20 minutes away from the airport. It has an amazing view of the capital. Although it is a small hotel, my family and I enjoyed it. It is quiet, safe and the staff is professional, polite and attentive. It is not crowded! The hotel offers free transportation from/to the airport. If you are checking out early, make sure to let the receptionist know, so you can enjoy a sack breafast to eat on your way to the airport. The only reason I'm not giving the excellent rating is due to the unstable internet in my room and no AC. However the tempature in the room was not that hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property overall, the room was a little humid and damp due ti all the rain. No A/C in the room to help control the dampness would recommend a portable dehumidifier. The sofa bed was really bad. Thankfully it was just our kids that slept on it but it had server spring issues (picture the movie money pit :))
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
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

Vanessa

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

10/10 Excellent

Soraya

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Caryn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property. Villa was exceptional and they decorated for my birthday. Food and drinks were delicious. Customer service was 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nithya

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff at the hotel were incredible,they offered great customer service.I would highly recommend to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
coffee plantation, night staff person not that friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nychland Saint

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is indeed a hidden paradise with comprehensive amenities. The attention to detail in each aspect of the experience truly sets it apart. The staff at this hotel went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. Everyone was so friendly and attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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!

8/10 Good

Roman

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maranda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is located in a small town, but under 30 minutes driving distance to the San Jose airport. The staff was nothing but friendly and attentive. The views from the hotel are spectacular, it felt like we were at a high-end luxurious resort. The villas are very spacious and all have beautiful views from their balconies. The hotel even has private trails you can walk. The breakfast included was a la carte, and delicious. Highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nur

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I didn’t like the carpet and the smell and the old decor that’s my main view the bathroom was well hilt however the water pressure was very low the property also does not have a lot of amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunseray

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