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Hotel Buena Vista

3.0 of 5
Apdo. 760, Alajuela 4050, Costa Rica
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Toronto, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

We were only in Alajuela for one night, but our experience made us want to stay longer. The hotel had great views of San Jose and Alajuela and is only 15 mins from the airport. We met the owner and he was very helpful and accomodating. The room was beautiful, very Spanish-like. Not too much in the surrounding area but... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013 via mobile

We are currently sitting by the pool here & it is perfect! This is the last night of our trip (San Jose Airport is only 10-15 mins away) and this is a fabulous ending! The rooms have recently been renovated and the whole property is gorgeous. We love how it feels so peaceful and elegant. We will for sure recommend... More

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Tucson, Arizona
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8 reviews 8 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

I have stayed here 4 times now in the hotel and will continue to use this as my first night after flying in to Costa Rica and as my last night before flying out of Costa Rica. The staff are very helpful and speak English. Some have worked here for years which shows me that they are treated well and... More

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Toronto, Canada
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9 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2013

We had a wonderful experience staying here. We stayed in the budget room, which is simple but very clean and comfortable. If you'd like to spend more, the suites and villas look incredible. We had a delicious Costa Rican dinner and breakfast in the restaurant and loved the food. Wonderful, helpful staff. Perfect location for access to Alajuela, Sarchi, Volcan... More

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Antwerp, Belgium
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2013

Visited this hotel for the second time in February 2013. We knew the place from our first visit to Costa Rica, in 2008, and although the hotel did not feature in the brochure of our travel agent any longer, we insisted on staying here for the first and last night of our trip. The place has changed a little with... More

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philadelphia
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013

This hotel is in an out of the way location in a neighborhood high up in the hill. The view at night is an interesting perspective of San Jose and worth the trip to see. We stayed in a villa which was very nice and spacious and new with a great bathroom - but everyone is going to sleep at... More

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BuenaVistaAlajuela, Owner at Hotel Buena Vista, responded to this review
March 6, 2013

It seems this guest was happy with his experience with us but I would like to take issue with several of his/her comments. This author, while well intentioned, is wrong in his comment that our swimming pool pictures are airbrushed "more than the sports illustrated magizine". When I read this comment I knew what airbrushing generally refered to, but had... More

Colorado
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13 reviews 13 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2013

Our family of three stayed for three nights on our arrival to Costa Rica in mid-January. It was a great way to begin our vacation – a driver was waiting for us right outside of the baggage area and upon arrival at the hotel, the staff allowed us to check-in right away –a big surprise to us as it was... More

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Playa Junquillal, Costa Rica
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013

Up the mountain in Alajuela, this hotel offers all the comforts one could ask for after traveling long distance or prior to catching a flight from San Jose early in the day. 20 minutes from the airport, they even have their own shuttle bus service The beds are luxuriously comfortable with top quality mattresses and linens. The restaurant serves dinner... More

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Ocean, New Jersey
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013

We stayed at this hotel on our last night in Costa Rica to be close to the airport as so many others do. We wished we stayed longer. We stayed in one of the villas (#1) and it was so worth it. After a 3 hour drive from Arenal, it was such a luxury to have such a beautiful room... More

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Vallejo, California
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63 reviews 63 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2013

We stayed two nights before returning to home. The views were nice but our room had a tree in the way. The staff seemed to be new or in need of training. It took 30 minutes for two drinks(one was a bottle of beer) at the bar area. We wanted three but did not want to wait any longer. Paula... More

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BuenaVistaAlajuela, Owner at Hotel Buena Vista, responded to this review
February 7, 2013

I am the owner of this hotel (American). We have been in business 20 years. In particular I want to explain the mishap regarding a $1000 overcharge. Our invoices at check out are itemized for every purchase made for each room. This is for easy reviewing at check out by each guest.This guest's sister was very ill, in bed, and... More

 
 
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Additional Information about Hotel Buena Vista

Address: Apdo. 760, Alajuela 4050, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Alajuela > Alajuela
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#6 Family Hotels in Alajuela
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The comment ofter heard in this hotel is, "We feel like we are at home." This is exactly the impression the management and staff of the Buena Vista strive to create. We are high on the summit of a mountain with a climate of eternal spring yet only fifteen minutes drive from the International Airport below. We will pick you up there and show you the wonders of this exotic country. ... more   less 
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Buena Vista Alajuela
Hotel Buena Vista Costa Rica/Alajuela

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