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Buena Vista Chic Hotel

3.5 star property

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A resort with palm trees, a view of a cityscape, and a blue-roofed building.
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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a decorative wall piece.
Two children playing in a pool with water splashing around them.
A nighttime view of a residential area with a well-lit garden, a house with a sloped roof, and a distant cityscape.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
The current price is $175
$155 nightly
$175 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6

Explore the area

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Road 130, 9 kms north from the airport, toward Poas Volcano, San Isidro, Alajuela, 4050
  • Place, Juan Santamaria Historical Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Alajuela Cathedral
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, a large window with a view of greenery, a ceiling fan, and wall-mounted artwork.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Balcony Two Queen Beds

A balcony with a view of a lush garden and cityscape, featuring outdoor seating and a table.

Superior Balcony Two Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Junior Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, wall art, and a wooden floor.

Family Junior Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 534 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Villa, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Valley View

A two-story house with a green roof, a covered porch, and a garden with various plants.

Family Villa, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Valley View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 747 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

A room with a large arched window, a bed with a white bedspread, and a view of palm trees and a balcony.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room with King Bed

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a window with a view of greenery.

Deluxe Room with King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Pilas

Located in San Isidro, Buena Vista Chic Hotel is in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum. .This hotel is 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from Poás Volcano National Park and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Braulio Carrillo National Park.

What's nearby

  • Juan Santamaria Historical Museum - 12 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 12 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Central Park - 12 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto - 12 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 13 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pipos Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Mirador M.M.M. - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Los Herra - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Casa del Café - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Buena Vista Chic Hotel offers 30 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. 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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 30 guestrooms featuring espresso makers. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area. The shuttle (surcharge) will take you to the nearby beach or shopping center.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the hotel's restaurant, Quetzal Grill, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Quetzal Grill - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Buena Vista Chic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 651 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 651 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 651 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 651 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 651 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautiful, the food was amazing and the staff were super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Perfect quaint boutique hotel with restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice staff, safe parking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, charming property set in a lush mountain setting. Wonderful staff and ample size rooms. The property is a bit far from town but perfect for a quiet, lush escape.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely apartment. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, so friendly and welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, clean and comfortable rooms and such an accommodating staff. The views of the city from the villas are stunning and while a touch further out than a traditional airport hotel, this one has so much character, it’s so worth it. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the front desk staff was amazing. The family villa. suites were nice and roomy! loved the view of the city!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Beautiful grounds! Amazing views of San Jose.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teraesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friends and I stayed at the hotel for two nights in one of the family villas. The room and the facility was very clean. The staff friendly and helpful. We had a great stay and the view from the hotel is breathtaking. We will definitely sta at this hotel again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful. Our only suggestion is to replace some of the oldest towels that are shredding.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grounds, shuttle really convenient and the staff amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jacek

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and very friendly staff. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We only slept here and didn't have time to enjoy much
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and okay food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Portia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice and quaint, only stayed one night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean, the people are amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel located near the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved my stay here! Came with a friend for a quick trip and we enjoyed it so much. Staff was super nice and food was amazing. Def a good stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and a great place to relax .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Place is awesome! Service is superb! Food is great too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great stay. Staff is very courteous. The drivers for airport transfer have been very prompt and courteous on multiple trips.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025