Buena Vista Chic Hotel

3.5 star property
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Family Villa | Living room
Front of property
Family Villa | View from room
Outdoor pool
Superior Balcony Two Queen Beds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry

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
  • Juan Santamaría Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Alsacia
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Deluxe Room with King Bed

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

Superior Room, Balcony

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

Family Villa

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

Deluxe Room

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

Family Junior Suite

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

Superior Balcony Two Queen Beds

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

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About this property

Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and airport shuttle service
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast (local cuisine) is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
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.

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.

The free breakfast at Buena Vista Chic Hotel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be close to Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free roundtrip airport shuttle.
  • Free local cuisine breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • 8 minutes by car from Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and 8 minutes from Juan Santamaria Historical Museum
  • Free airport shuttle service
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.

Guests are served free local cuisine breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Quetzal Grill - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Free return airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Return train station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Quetzal Grill

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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)!

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Buena Vista Chic Hotel offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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. 347 out of 522 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 522 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 522 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 522 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 522 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Alba

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, very quiet and safe. Delicious breakfast. Excellent workers, beautiful view of the city. Very relaxing place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bety

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and the staff were very kind and efficient. The only suggestion is for the property to update their tv to a smart TV it's 2024.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Govindasami

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaqueline Ramos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Julie, Nashua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, friendly property. The staff was always helpful. The small area around was nice and fun. There’s a great pizza place Across the street and a small store down the way. Uber was an easy option and very affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed for 4 nights, it was a wonderful experience first time in Costa Rica. The staff was amazing, the hospitality was fantastic, the breakfast, lunch and dinner menu was amazing. The La Paz Waterfall Gardens was just beautiful experience of a lifetime i definitely recommend coming here. I will be back visiting again soon!!! Pura Vida thank you for giving me life again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

laake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property have a beautiful view to see down to the valley and able to see the city
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adilson, Bridgewater

Travelled with family and small children
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

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property is in a great location with 5-20 min walking distance to a few good restaurants. The staff was very nice but the food didn’t meet the expectations on the menu. It has no amenities and the pool is very small but the view was great as the hotel is on the mountain side. It is very close to Alajuela with an Uber ride being about 5 mins. Uber is very cheap in Costa rica.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grisel, Wallington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They were absolutely amazing!!! Attentive and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No iron, microwave, air conditioner or phone. And the water pressure was low and the papaya body wash stinks. The food was not very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaowen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place! Stayed here for a night to rest from travel before headed out for a retreat in Montezuma @ Anamaya. The staff was wonderful! Super polite and accommodating! The food and drinks were great! The views from the property were stunning, seeing the city lit up in the evening looked like Christmas lights twinkling in the distance. I would recommend this place to anyone and would stay there again when traveling into SanJose.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carol Andrea, Stamford

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is gorgeous. It has beautiful views and it is located within a mountain, lots of vegetation. The only thing that needs improvement it is the pool. It is very small and it looks too old.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024