Best Alajuela B&Bs
Pura Vida Hotel is located in Alajuela and is surrounded by extensive tropical gardens. All the accommodations here feature garden or volcano views, plus it has a restaurant on site serving gourmet dinners with previous request. The comfortable villas have furnished patios, seating and dining areas, plus private bathrooms. All rooms and villas come with a coffee maker, free Wi-Fi, room safes and a fridge. The extensive tropical gardens feature a large orchid collection as well as numerous plantings of coffee, herbs, heliconias, pineapple, citrus, exotic native trees. The restaurant at Pura Vida Hotel is specializes in Asian fusion and international cuisine. Special diets can be accommodated upon previous request. The Poas Volcano National Park is 30 km from Pura Vida Hotel, and Zoo Ave is 7 km away. La Paz waterfall gardens is located 1 hour's drive away. Juan Santamaría International Airport is a 12-minute drive away. Sarchi, famous for their artisan, wooden products and traditional wooden oxcarts, is located 15 km away.
Overall 9,2 Excellent
Based on 167 reviews
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Excellent
9,6
Pros: The breakfast bread was delicious! Jose and Zinnia were kind and helpful...when we found out dinner was not being served, Jose offered to bring roasted chicken to our room...above and beyond...
Excellent
8,3
Pros: The grounds are beautiful with all the plant life.
Excellent
10,0
Pros: Loved Bernie, the dogs & the property in general
Excellent
10,0
Pros: The hospitality, food, and accommodations are exceptional. My only regret is we couldn't stay longer. The advice we were given was spot on and the dinner was fantastic. We were traveling with a teen and this is our 13th trip to Latin America. The balance between privacy and friendliness provided by the hosts was perfect. This is one of the few places I have ever bothered to leave written comments for, but it is a real gem and I want to spread the word.
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Overall 9,2 Excellent
Based on 167 reviews
Cleanliness
10,0
Vibe
10,0
Amenities
9,8
Breakfast
9,4
Service
9,2
Room
9,2
Location
8,1
9,6 Excellent
Pros: The breakfast bread was delicious! Jose and Zinnia were kind and helpful...when we found out dinner was not being served, Jose offered to bring roasted chicken to our room...above and beyond...
Cons: The refrigerator could have been turned on prior to arrival ... and the rotting mangoes in the parking could have been pushed aside ...made it a bit difficult to roll bags...
8,3 Excellent
Pros: The grounds are beautiful with all the plant life.
Cons: Barking dogs kept us up a bit through the night but other than that it was great.
10,0 Excellent
Pros: Loved Bernie, the dogs & the property in general
Cons: No one thing!
10,0 Excellent
Pros: The hospitality, food, and accommodations are exceptional. My only regret is we couldn't stay longer. The advice we were given was spot on and the dinner was fantastic. We were traveling with a teen and this is our 13th trip to Latin America. The balance between privacy and friendliness provided by the hosts was perfect. This is one of the few places I have ever bothered to leave written comments for, but it is a real gem and I want to spread the word.
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Pura Vida Hotel is located in Alajuela and is surrounded by extensive tropical gardens. All the accommodations here feature garden or volcano views, plus it has a restaurant on site serving gourmet dinners with previous request. The comfortable villas have furnished patios, seating and dining areas, plus private bathrooms. All rooms and villas come with a coffee maker, free Wi-Fi, room safes and a fridge. The extensive tropical gardens feature a large orchid collection as well as numerous plantings of coffee, herbs, heliconias, pineapple, citrus, exotic native trees. The restaurant at Pura Vida Hotel is specializes in Asian fusion and international cuisine. Special diets can be accommodated upon previous request. The Poas Volcano National Park is 30 km from Pura Vida Hotel, and Zoo Ave is 7 km away. La Paz waterfall gardens is located 1 hour's drive away. Juan Santamaría International Airport is a 12-minute drive away. Sarchi, famous for their artisan, wooden products and traditional wooden oxcarts, is located 15 km away.
When you stay at Poas Lodge in Poasito, you'll be in a provincial park, within a 15-minute drive of La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Poas Volcano National Park. Featured amenities include multilingual staff and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Overall 9,0 Excellent
Based on 325 reviews
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Excellent
9,6
Pros: The view was beautiful, the home cooked dinner and breakfast were really tasty, the bed was comfy and warm and the hosts were very friendly
Good
7,9
Pros: The view is remarkable!
Excellent
9,6
Pros: Absolutely breathtaking views. By far the best place to stay when visiting the volcano. The couple that runs the lodge is amazing. Super friendly, very welcoming (thank you guys so much!!!) and the food they make is delicious!
Excellent
8,8
Pros: We loved our stay at Mathew and Leah's Lodge. The view from the rooms is just stunning. Breakfast is included and you should also try dinner in the evening. Leah will prepare some delicious meals for you. You will love the authentic fire place, it's cosy and warm while you can enjoy the magnificent view over the valley. The lodge is a perfect place to stay if you're going to visit the La Paz Waterfall Gardens and visit the Póas volcano. Mathew informs you on the visibility on top of the Póas crater. He can also arrange entrance tickets to the Volcano park (you need to book online in advanc!). We sure recommanded a stay at the lodge!
Excellent
10,0
Pros: Matthew and Leah were lovely hosts, very welcoming. Leah is a great cook as well. Dinner and breakfast were both excellent, try the Costa Rican dishes. Amazing views and really close to the volcano.
Good
7,9
Pros: Poas Lodge is a cozy place, practically furnished and clean. Very hospitable "GrazyGringos" Matthew & Leah, the Texan Hambuger diner we can only recommend. If you want to visit Vulcano Poas we can only recommend this lodge, with a great view of the San Jose plain. Matthew gave us some very useful tips for getting to Vulcano Poas, which we were able to enjoy with great weather. Gladly again
Excellent
10,0
Pros: Breakfast was great. View is incredible. Matthew and Leah were great hosts. Very personable and made great conversation. Very accommodating with any requests we had. The location is great for visiting Poas Volcano.
Excellent
9,2
Pros: Amazing location, beautiful views, staff was incredibly helpful
Good
7,5
Pros: Fantastic view. Owners give you a warm welcome and holiday feeling. Nice food/menu. Close to NP
Excellent
9,4
Pros: The view is amazing! The couple who run it are very attentive and the food was fantastic. We were travelling as a couple and only stayed the one night but would happily have stayed longer.
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Overall 9,0 Excellent
Based on 325 reviews
Breakfast
9,8
Service
9,6
Food
9,5
Cleanliness
9,2
Location
9,0
Room
8,9
Breakfast
9,8
Service
9,7
Food
9,6
Location
8,9
Room
8,7
Vibe
5,6
9,6 Excellent
Pros: The view was beautiful, the home cooked dinner and breakfast were really tasty, the bed was comfy and warm and the hosts were very friendly
Cons: Nothing
7,9 Good
Pros: The view is remarkable!
Cons:
9,6 Excellent
Pros: Absolutely breathtaking views. By far the best place to stay when visiting the volcano. The couple that runs the lodge is amazing. Super friendly, very welcoming (thank you guys so much!!!) and the food they make is delicious!
Cons: They place has improved even more since the new owners took over.
8,8 Excellent
Pros: We loved our stay at Mathew and Leah's Lodge. The view from the rooms is just stunning. Breakfast is included and you should also try dinner in the evening. Leah will prepare some delicious meals for you. You will love the authentic fire place, it's cosy and warm while you can enjoy the magnificent view over the valley. The lodge is a perfect place to stay if you're going to visit the La Paz Waterfall Gardens and visit the Póas volcano. Mathew informs you on the visibility on top of the Póas crater. He can also arrange entrance tickets to the Volcano park (you need to book online in advanc!). We sure recommanded a stay at the lodge!
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10,0 Excellent
Pros: Matthew and Leah were lovely hosts, very welcoming. Leah is a great cook as well. Dinner and breakfast were both excellent, try the Costa Rican dishes. Amazing views and really close to the volcano.
Cons: Nothing.
7,9 Good
Pros: Poas Lodge is a cozy place, practically furnished and clean. Very hospitable "GrazyGringos" Matthew & Leah, the Texan Hambuger diner we can only recommend. If you want to visit Vulcano Poas we can only recommend this lodge, with a great view of the San Jose plain. Matthew gave us some very useful tips for getting to Vulcano Poas, which we were able to enjoy with great weather. Gladly again
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10,0 Excellent
Pros: Breakfast was great. View is incredible. Matthew and Leah were great hosts. Very personable and made great conversation. Very accommodating with any requests we had. The location is great for visiting Poas Volcano.
Cons: Everything was great for our stay. Nothing was out of place or missing.
9,2 Excellent
Pros: Amazing location, beautiful views, staff was incredibly helpful
Cons: The bed was squeaky, it played into the whole, "rustic" experience, but could be improved, and I believe the owners are aware of this.
7,5 Good
Pros: Fantastic view. Owners give you a warm welcome and holiday feeling. Nice food/menu. Close to NP
Cons: When arriving at the Poas the building looks a bit sad. Rooms are somewhat old-fashioned.
9,4 Excellent
Pros: The view is amazing! The couple who run it are very attentive and the food was fantastic. We were travelling as a couple and only stayed the one night but would happily have stayed longer.
Cons: Perhaps the bathrooms could use a little spruce up but the couple who run it have only been there for 5 months so I imagine this is on their to do list.
When you stay at Poas Lodge in Poasito, you'll be in a provincial park, within a 15-minute drive of La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Poas Volcano National Park. Featured amenities include multilingual staff and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Surrounded by gardens, B&B Hotel Vista Linda Montaña offers wonderful mountain views, free Wi-Fi and bright, colourful rooms with private bathrooms. Juan Santamaria International Airport is just a 10-minute drive away. The Vista Linda Montana now has a beautiful pool (see pictures) overlooking the mountains. Guests can relax with us and even spend several days here. You can enjoy breakfast on the terrace at the Vista Linda Montaña. Specialities include ham and eggs, cheeses, jams and fresh tropical fruit. Homemade evening meals are also available on request. Hotel Vista Linda Montaña is located 20 km from central San José. The Poas Volcano National Park is a 30-minute drive away. Free parking can be found nearby, and airport transfers can be arranged on request.
Overall 8,7 Excellent
Based on 303 reviews
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Excellent
10,0
Pros: A perfect place to wake up our first day in Costa Rica! Beautiful view overlooking the mountainside, a quiet garden to eat breakfast in and enjoy the morning. Simple breakfast was fresh fruit with local cheese and coffee. Our hosts were friendly, the room was clean and spacious. We will definitely return to Hotel Vista Linda Montana!
Excellent
9,2
Pros: The owner, Renate, was very helpful and kind!!
Good
7,9
Pros: Great view of poas from room 3-4.
Excellent
10,0
Pros: Very nice & clean rooms. Beautiful views! Nice staff and great food served!
Excellent
9,6
Pros: Beautiful and serene gardens with an amazing views, a very friendly host, and close proximity to the airport.
Good
7,9
Pros: Breakfast was great - fresh fruit, cheese, meat and toast. Plenty of coffee and juice.
Excellent
8,3
Pros: Location close to airport. Friendly host helped with SIM card problems, also changed some money for us at a good rate and recommended a restaurant nearby. Great view from room, spacious open air breakfast room.
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Overall 8,7 Excellent
Based on 303 reviews
Pool
10,0
Amenities
9,8
Cleanliness
9,6
Service
9,3
Vibe
8,8
Breakfast
8,6
Location
8,4
Room
8,3
WiFi
4,5
Amenities
9,7
Service
9,4
Location
8,1
Room
7,8
Comfort
6,7
Service
9,4
Location
8,5
10,0 Excellent
Pros: A perfect place to wake up our first day in Costa Rica! Beautiful view overlooking the mountainside, a quiet garden to eat breakfast in and enjoy the morning. Simple breakfast was fresh fruit with local cheese and coffee. Our hosts were friendly, the room was clean and spacious. We will definitely return to Hotel Vista Linda Montana!
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9,2 Excellent
Pros: The owner, Renate, was very helpful and kind!!
Cons:
7,9 Good
Pros: Great view of poas from room 3-4.
Cons: Location is not best and room 1-2 face sun. Early hot morning
10,0 Excellent
Pros: Very nice & clean rooms. Beautiful views! Nice staff and great food served!
Cons:
9,6 Excellent
Pros: Beautiful and serene gardens with an amazing views, a very friendly host, and close proximity to the airport.
Cons: Some toiletries (such as bar soap for showering) would be nice.
7,9 Good
Pros: Breakfast was great - fresh fruit, cheese, meat and toast. Plenty of coffee and juice.
Cons: N/A
8,3 Excellent
Pros: Location close to airport. Friendly host helped with SIM card problems, also changed some money for us at a good rate and recommended a restaurant nearby. Great view from room, spacious open air breakfast room.
Cons: Had problems getting in through sliding gate from street as call button didn't seem to work, and new SIM card didn't work in my phone to call them inside.
Surrounded by gardens, B&B Hotel Vista Linda Montaña offers wonderful mountain views, free Wi-Fi and bright, colourful rooms with private bathrooms. Juan Santamaria International Airport is just a 10-minute drive away. The Vista Linda Montana now has a beautiful pool (see pictures) overlooking the mountains. Guests can relax with us and even spend several days here. You can enjoy breakfast on the terrace at the Vista Linda Montaña. Specialities include ham and eggs, cheeses, jams and fresh tropical fruit. Homemade evening meals are also available on request. Hotel Vista Linda Montaña is located 20 km from central San José. The Poas Volcano National Park is a 30-minute drive away. Free parking can be found nearby, and airport transfers can be arranged on request.
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