This was a perfect place to stay for a night in the San Jose area, before a morning tour pickup to Tortuguero. Location in Heredia meant that we had a later pickup time. The room was simple but comfortable, with down pillows, free WiFi, and a balcony overlooking beautiful gardens. It was great to be outside the city, but close... more

Bougainvillea is where I got the best sleep on my 8 night trip to Costa Rica! We were initially placed in a room facing the street, but due to the car traffic noise we asked to switch to the garden view, which was much nicer and more peaceful. No noise really except for some barking dogs in the early morning.... more

Hotel Bougainvillea is a brilliant place to stay either side of arrival/departure into Costa Rica. The gardens are beautiful and full of great wildlife, the service is impeccable and the beds are very comfortable. more

If you're needing a one night stay in or near San Jose, I can recommend Hotel Bougainvillea. I stayed on the way out of Costa Rica and drove to the hotel using their directions. Note that the directions are a bit vague as there are no street names near the hotel. The distances between landmarks is off as well so... more

We stayed here for 2 nights at the start of our tour of Costa Rica. The staff on reception were really polite and checked us in swiftly, after travelling for 23 hours we were so tired. The room was huge, very clean with 2 double beds, so comfortable with lovely white bedding and big plump pillows. There was also an... more

With gardens, pool and tennis, this is a gem of a hotel in any country. If for some unfortunate reason you have to be in the San Jose area for other than quick airport access (the rest of Costa Rica is MUCH more interesting), this is the place that proves that beauty exists here too. The wireless system has recently... more

Arrived in Costa Rica and went directly to the Hotel. After a long day traveling, I was wary about the accommodations we'd end up in. Boy was I surprised...beautiful, clean large room and I can't say enough about the gardens. Unfortunately we left the next day to go on adventures but I would've stayed longer if I could. The pool... more

Over the holidays, I traveled to Costa Rica with one of my best friends. Through a flight + hotel combination deal from Expedia, we came upon Hotel Bougainvillea. My stay was for seven days, six nights from 30 December until 5 January, 2009. When you arrive at Hotel Bougainvillea, you arrive at the jewel of Heredia, Costa Rica. From the... more

It's a beautiful hotel with lovely gardens. Drink prices are very reasonable and services is good. Try playing the piano in the restaurant. Our group had a great time. more