Alajuela hotellia

Plussat: Amazing place. The staff is very attentive and sweet. Our stay there was wonderful. We will definitely be back.

Plussat: The gardens, the view, the fire pit, the donkeys. Ramiro was super helpful.

Miinukset: The studio room was smaller than it seemed. Indoor stairs were too steep and narrow. Room was a little dusty, specially the window frame near the bed.

Plussat: The location was great (if you are by car), it is remoted so it is very quiet. The rooms are spacious, clean and very light (windows everywhere). They have a beautiful garden with some animals. A great terrace with a awesome view. Breakfast is traditional and delicious.

Miinukset: Nothing.

Plussat: I am writing a review for the Superior Double Room although originally i booked the suite. The room was comfortable,big,had everything we needed. It was not a suite as we wanted but a great value for money,and wonderful staff! really the best :-) helped us a lot! Very close to Poas volcano,a must see!

Miinukset: The suite is literally a spider horror house...Above all it is so dangerous,to have so many spiders in the room everywhere! I really wanted the suite,but the many spiders+moldy smell wasn't for us. It was our luck the hotel wasn't full and they helped us a lot by changing the room, but it would be another story if we had nowhere to go... I hope that they took care of the spider problem and no one will get bitten there.

Plussat: Beautiful hotel with friendly family and pets :) Breakfast was fantastic, perfect view everywhere. Few minutes to Poás Volcano.

Plussat: We arrived very late becouse of a delayed flight, and the guy waited for us and welcomed us very well! We were starving, after 23 hours of flights, and he got us some pizza and bread sticks to eat in the middle of the night. Overall a great hotel for the first night or two in costa rica, nice breakfast, clean, and the best people!

Miinukset: We have been 1 night only so there wasnt something we didnt like!

Plussat: What a find! We loved it here. An absolutely wonderful hotel with so many nooks and crannies. Great gardens and stunning view points. The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms spacious and welcoming. A ten minute drive to the volcano with numerous eating places around. Quiet and peaceful.,.loved it.

Miinukset: We didn’t stay there long enough!

Plussat: Despite the fact the volcano had recently erupted and due to cloudy weather we were unable to get close to the volcano. However, the view from the room was amazing and we spent a long time staring out across the valley with a cup of tea in hand. We experienced some torrential rain but the room was cosy - complete with a fire and lots of fluffy blankets. The garden is huge and our 3 year old enjoyed exploring the paths and seeing the chickens, donkeys, cows and many, many humming birds . We had an amazing home cooked Cost Rican breakfast from the 'dome' from which we could see for miles. The staff are welcoming and kind. We knew in advance that there was only breakfast provided so we brought plenty of our own supplies for lunch and dinner.

Miinukset: If there was somewhere to warm food in the room it would be perfect!

Plussat: I liked the whimsical art work and the architecture. I liked the country setting.

Plussat: Incredible location a short trip from San Jose airport with friendly, helpful staff. The very best place to stay as you start (and end) your Costa Rica adventure.

Plussat: This is the place to go after you land in Costa Rica. A beautiful oasis just 15 minutes up into the hills from the San Jose airport. Wonderful food, unique & beautiful rooms, and the grounds are amazing.

Plussat: The grounds are breathtaking!!!!

Miinukset: Having to leave

Plussat: The property was gorgeous! The sunset pool was outstanding. Our room was a good size. Service was excellent, everyone went out of their way to make sure we had a lovely stay.

Miinukset: The mattress was uncomfortable. It didn’t meet the standards of the rest of the hotel.

Plussat: Beautiful, unique property with amazing grounds and hiking trails.

Plussat: Xandari ticks a lot of boxes, and excels on several levels. Stayed here for one night only, but wish it had been longer. The grounds and expanse of rainforest on your doorstep here are perhaps the most defining features of this relaxing resort and great care and attention has clearly been taken over the years to build up an impressive array of colourful plant life that will have you taking pictures in no time. The resort is spread out over a large area giving an amazing feeling of space and of being immersed in the rainforest. I really enjoyed walking the trails and exploring the numerous waterfalls, making this a great way to spend a few hours. The architecture is particular, and a point of interest in itself, but somehow it blends harmoniously with the surroundings. The rooms are very spacious and well equipped - I had a little kitchenette with a fridge containing complimentary soft drinks - and the views from all over the resort are stunning. Lots of options for cooling off in the hotels three pools (one of which is a cold water pool), but when I was there in the off season there was practically no one in any of them. The restaurant, with its spectacular view, is the perfect place to enjoy a few leisurely hours, as well as lunch or dinner. The food was of a high standard with a range of choice to keep everybody happy. I found everyone to be super friendly and helpful which creates a very welcoming atmosphere in the hotel. I would have no hesitation in staying at Xandari again, and given its proximity to the airport it makes the ideal stopping off hotel at either the beginning or end of a trip to Costa Rica.

Miinukset: Liked everything.

Plussat: I really enjoyed the artwork and the gardens. Staff were really friendly throughout the whole stay. It was incredibly peaceful throughout and the sunset pool was lush.

Miinukset: I loved the trails and did the entire walk but I was confused a few times as the signs either didn't correspond to the map or didn't appear on the map. I was particularly intrigued by the sign indicating 'destiny' that then led to a closed off path. ;)

Plussat: Beautiful garden and view - this is the most amazing part. Apartments have great view as well and are very spacious. Nice breakfast and very helpful staff.

Miinukset: Equipment of apartments rather basic. Wear and tear quite visible.

Plussat: We enjoyed several amenities at this property including the botanical gardens, hiking trails to waterfalls, and the pools and jacuzzis. The staff were welcoming and accommodated our need to check out early with breakfast boxes of fresh fruit, hard boiled eggs, and homemade baked goods. The room was spacious, had a porch overlooking the jungle and nearby city, and had a kitchenette stocked with useful kitchenware and complimentary snacks.

Miinukset: We did not partake in the spa services as originally planned because of the expense compared to other options in Costa Rica. While the restaurant food was delicious, it was also very expensive which could be challenging if staying at the property for several days.

Plussat: Xandari is an experience by itself; the trails, all of the plants, the pools, the waterfalls. Xandari needs its own itinerary, with a world so lush and varied, you need to spend a few days exploring it.

Miinukset: The only downside of a world so big... the WiFi doesn’t reach most of the villas.

Plussat: 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

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: The view is remarkable!

Plussat: Everything in here, the view to SJ, the spot, the weather, the people in charge, all was great, I recommend this place to all my friends whitout any issue, is perfect for a weekend

Plussat: The view from the lodge is absolutely stunning. Nice fireplace. Lodge gives u very homely feeling . Food was excellent and the common area was very welcoming. Make sure to spend time by the fireplace and enjoy the view.

Plussat: 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!

Plussat: 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.

Miinukset: Nothing.

Plussat: 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

Plussat: 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.

Miinukset: Everything was great for our stay. Nothing was out of place or missing.

Plussat: Amazing location, beautiful views, staff was incredibly helpful

Miinukset: The bed was squeaky, it played into the whole, "rustic" experience, but could be improved, and I believe the owners are aware of this.

Plussat: Fantastic view. Owners give you a warm welcome and holiday feeling. Nice food/menu. Close to NP

Miinukset: When arriving at the Poas the building looks a bit sad. Rooms are somewhat old-fashioned.

Plussat: 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.

Miinukset: 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.

Plussat: I liked the location, free airport shuttle. Warm welcome at check in. Comfortable room.

Miinukset: Check out was exactly the opposite of the check in welcoming feeling. Woman handed me the receipt, said nothing, and I left. Not a word like Thanks or bye. Just unusually cold especially since it was the exact opposite of nice woman at check in..

Plussat: All the staff were very friendly and helpful

Miinukset: If they had a mirror /full size mirror in the room, not just the bathroom

Plussat: Only stayed one night and did not use any facilities in the hotel.

Miinukset: Difficult to find.

Plussat: location cafe latte was yummy with a cute barista design

Miinukset: pool can be a bit bigger for laps and the gym room needs mats :)

Plussat: Perfect hotel, very clean, well organized, close to airport, with well organised shuttles. Perfect, if you need to stay close to airport, otherwise boring geographical situation if one wants to enjoy Costa Rical.

Miinukset: Everything as expected.

Plussat: Perfect place to stay for early morning or late arriving flights. Just moments from the airport.

Plussat: near airport, airport shuttle schedule

Miinukset: The neighborhood was not too inviting. I thought breakfast was complimentary. Staff told me that our rate didn't qualify for complimentary breakfast. Continental was $12 and regular breakfast was $15 or $17. Obviously didn't eat there.

Plussat: 5min driving from the SJO airport, with free shuttle every 30 min from early morning. Comfortable bed and big TV with most of the channels you want.

Miinukset: There’s two used coffee bags left in the coffee machine.

Plussat: Close to the airport, hassle free shuttle service

Plussat: Central location. Great wifi. Great beds

Plussat: The staff was rude. Wanted to charge me $100 for my services animal even tho I had all required documents.

Miinukset: How I and my pet were treated!

Plussat: it was only for one night and closed to the airport and the shuttle was driving already at 0400 am but it was not easy to get on then nobody knew where the little steps tile was that’s not the service you expect for a Marriott

Plussat: Excellent location, very close to the Airport, staff is wonderful and hotel very clean. Breakfast to go was better than expected.

Miinukset: Excellent, no issues.

Plussat: The staff was extremely friendly and kind to us. Conveniently close to the airport.

Plussat: The hotel is only a 5 minute drive to the airport- very close. The breakfast included was very good. The owner is VERY helpful and accommodating. Taxis to and from the airport are paid for.

Miinukset: The bed wasn’t very comfortable and the bathroom was a little outdated. Only a minor issue considering the price, however.

Plussat: The Room was good and spacious. Friendly and kind staff. Breakfast to go for early departures and shuttle to the airport were great.

Miinukset: The biggest downside of this Hotel is that there is not a good offer of restaurants/supermarkets very close or at a comfortable walking distance.

Plussat: We had a very early departure out of the airport and they made us a bag breakfast. I thought this was a very nice touch!

Miinukset: There were a few flying ants in the room when we first got into it. I killed them all and it was not a problem anymore. It is C. R. and bugs are all over the place. Hence not a big deal.

Plussat: The hotel was a perfect location for a quick stay while coming or going from Costa Rica. The staff and Yolanda were very helpful picking me up from the airport at night and when I had to catch a plane in the morning. Yolanda even arranged a to-do breakfast! I highly recommend this place!

Plussat: Super nice staff, delicious Gallo Pinto for breakfast. Clean and comfortable.

Miinukset: Some noise from the flights landing and taking off

Plussat: We had an amazing sleep before departure! Lady at reception is very nice and you can choose any time to get your breakfast bag - 5 am for us. Thank you!

Plussat: Great little family run place. Nice and close to the airport with free shuttles. Good breakfast.

Miinukset: Airplanes can be a bit noisy but can’t be helped obviously. Ear plugs did the trick.

Plussat: Just a simple but good place to stay for a night. Staff is friendly and breakfast was good maybe even very good for Costa Rican standards.

Miinukset: Nothing really

Plussat: Nice people that checked me in and out of the hotel.

Plussat: The location is near the airport, the owner is very attentive and provides all you need un a beautiful place. Beautiful garden area, ride to the airport and a breakfast to go. My 4th time here and esch time she's done more.

Miinukset: i have nothing to say bad about this place

Plussat: The space is charming

Miinukset: I didn’t have hot water. I feel very confident that the staff would have responded appropriately had I addressed it, but had to catch a flight and opted for a cold shower.

Plussat: A lovely garden and good restaurant. We always receive breakfast directly in the room.

Miinukset: We have been informed only a couple of days before arriving that the pool was being renovated and will be open again in 2020. There was no shampoo available.

Plussat: Great for what we needed, a place to stay after our flight. Good view, staff and breakfast

Plussat: It is a nice place - with a lot of potential to be a great boutique hotel - the staff, especially the our waitress at dinner, is really nice and helpful. The pool area, the restaurant and the gardens (incl. the “trails” or so to say walkways ) are really nice, but there is room left to improve. We stayed here two nights - on the full day we did the Poas Vulcan - which is really close and easy to reach (by car) . We were able to stay longer, after the check -out in the “public-area” what was really nice and convenient as our flight was in the evening. The rooms are spacious, with a fridge and A/C etc.

Miinukset: It’s nothing big to improve - just cleaning the pool some more often (just falling leafs but nevertheless), the fruits on the walkways which are rotting time by time, the walkways which are partly blocked partly palms or Bambus. The rooms are nicely made but there is also the last bit of “heart” missing ... - and the “patio/veranda” on the same side as the outside of the A/C is located is just very inconvenient due to the noise and warm air ...

Plussat: Breakfast was nice and appealing. I really liked the fresh fruit, coffee was great, and the service was wonderful. For both meals, dinner and breakfast we were pleased with the friendly and caring staff. Well done to all! Two reasons we selected this particular establishment was due to the location being close to the airport and the fact that they offered a free breakfast. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We will be back. PS: The grounds are beautiful.

Miinukset: This isn't really a problem; however, we would have liked to have had a TV in our room to keep up on the morning news. Plus, we would have enjoyed swimming in the beautiful pool, but unfortunately, it was being worked on. We will simply have to return.

Plussat: We stayed for 3 nights before going on a tour & so glad we did ! Beautiful grounds and pool with friendly staff who helped with organising taxis & transfers. Breakfast was fine and the beds comfortable. Highly recommended .

Plussat: We loved the location of the property. Everything was super clean, and the staff was amazing and very friendly. The beds are very comfortable. We had an early morning flight and they were able to have breakfast ready for us. This place was amazing and would definitely go back. Totally recommend the stay here.

Plussat: The front desk guy was nice and the guy who brought me coffee in the morning extra early was very sweet. Gardens are lovely

Miinukset: Ordered a meal for my dog. Dog ate the meal on the plate which it was served and the cook made a huge deal about it and made me pay for a plate. When ordering I said it was for my dog. Kinda stupid Food was meh

Plussat: Restaurant staff accommodated diet needs. Excellent privacy and security. Great for bird watchers.

Miinukset: They could have coffee maker in rooms

Plussat: The breakfast was delicious. They have a beautiful patio in their garden, right next to the pool. The menu is delicious, a classic Costa Rican breakfast with gallo pinto, eggs, tropical fruit and coffee.

Miinukset: The travel from the airport to the hotel is tough to navigate so make sure you are prepared with a GPS or good directions. It is however very close to the airport. The bathrooms are a little small but manageable. Very little to complain about with this hotel.

Plussat: Na

Miinukset: Everyone and everything was perfect

Plussat: location to San Jose was great, but you definitely need a car to get around to the different activities. Very easy to find with a car. Close to DOKA, which is a must!

Miinukset: The room was close to the restaurant and the pool, so very noisy at night and in the morning. I would ask for a room away from the pool.

Plussat: Erittäin hyvä majoituspaikka, lähellä San Josen kenttää ja samalla esimerkiksi Paoksen tulivuorta, jonne teimme aamuretken ennen lentokentälle lähtöä. Hotellilla on erinomainen palvelu ja hyvä ruoka. Allasalue vaikutti viihtyisältä ja rauhalliselta. Hotellin takapihalta avartuu upeat maisemat kaupunkiin ja vuorille.

Plussat: Easy commute from the airport, very friendly and helpful staff, much more preferable than a corporate stay.

Plussat: The name says it all...there are great views from this sweet hotel. The grounds are beautiful and offer a lush walk along the Coffee Trail. Rooms are comfortable and the staff is friendly and helpful. Not a bad drive from the airport and the free shuttle is a nice option.

Miinukset: Wish we would have stayed an extra day.

Plussat: Fantastic staff who went above and beyond. Beautiful location close enough to the airport and city but far enough away to enjoy the surrounding mountains

Plussat: Exactly what I was picturing in my head for my first night in Costa Rica. I really like the friendly staff, the custom wood windows and doors, and if course the beautiful view of the city, hence the name Buena Vista.

Plussat: The staff are all very friendly and helpful.

Miinukset: The hotel is not in a good neighborhood. You can't walk anywhere.

Plussat: Clean, comfortable, friendly staff

Miinukset: Limited activity options

Plussat: Hotel Buena Vista is a nice place to stay for airport arrivals/departures. The hotel is clean, comfortable and the staff are incredibly friendly. The location is remote and there is no where to walk around nor any shops nearby so you are slightly forced to remain on the hotel premises but they have a bar, restaurant and pool with sun loungers so that's no hardship. If you have a car, you can easily get around and visit more places.

Miinukset: The location is a little remote with nothing within walking distance. Whilst the hotel was lovely, I feel it was slightly overpriced and catered for the richer American tourist. As a result you can find better value places but for ease and comfort I cannot fault the place.

Plussat: Hotel Buena Vista is hidden gem tucked up in the hills of Alajuela. It is only 20 minutes from the airport and the staff is extremely friendly and helpful. They provide a free airport shuttle and even picked us up from the airport after returning via bus from the beach. The property if beautiful and offers a great view of the city. Definitely recommend for a comfortable, quiet stay on either end of a Costa Rica adventure.

Plussat: We needed a room close to the airport as my flight was at 1:45am. The gate keeper came to our room to be sure we were up so he could open the gate for us to let is out and the. Of course had to let my boyfriend back in after he dropped me off. That was very nice of him to check on us so I didn't miss my flight it was a shorty

Miinukset: All was fine. It was a short stay for me

Plussat: Very peaceful place(8 units) near the airport and away from the hustle bustle of the fast moving city. A quiet sanctuary and the pictures are exactly how it looks. Karem who speaks english very well and her husband give it that extra effort of hospitality. Perfect place to return to!

Miinukset: Only thing maybe more towels.

Plussat: Stayed in this hotel twice in 2 weeks A very convenient place to stay There is building work going on next door - an extension to the hotel - so I would imagine noise could be an issue if you stay at the back of the hotel We used the pool Which was nice . There aren’t too many great places to eat near We took a cab to the city mall which isn’t far away I’d stay again

Miinukset: A bar would have been nice Plus a room to do laundry

Plussat: Mattress, pillows, cleanliness, wifi, breakfast buffet, and friendly staff.

Miinukset: Wished they sold wine in their store as they do beer.

Plussat: Clean and comfortable, good customer service

Miinukset: No meals in the fridge

Plussat: The bed was really comfortable. The room was big enough for family of four to stay in. Opposite the car hire rental office. Good breakfast, lots of choice. The hotel was quiet and the staff were friendly.Phone the hotel as soon as you land and they can send the complimentary bus for when you get out of the airport terminal. We had lots of taxis and people hassling us so it would have been better to get straight on the bus.

Plussat: Big, good bed. Friendly staff. Seemed secure. Close to airport.

Miinukset: No dinner options. You have to go to a Denny's across the road and it is so expensive. Room isn't sound proof. Planes start at 4am. Terrible gym and no real facilities like a bar or anything. Awful soft pillows and no options.

Plussat: Very clean, helpful and friendly staff. Basic hotel but all the necessities you need for a night before your flight out. Great location in the same plaza as car rental companies. Also offers a free shuttle to the airport.

Miinukset: Breakfast included which was just ok.

Plussat: We loved the tea and coffee station, the apple bowl and the herb and fruit flavored water available 24 hours in the reception area. Nice breakfast buffet with plenty of fresh fruit, cereals, waffles, hot food, etc. The handicap friendly bathroom was amazing. Sofa bed was comfortable. Location was really closed to the airport, if you are driving have cash handy for the highway toll.

Miinukset: The lift was a bit old. Kitchenette was fairly basic.

Plussat: All the basics are excellent for the price: bed, bathroom, space, quiet, good climate control, transportation connections. etc.

Miinukset: Breakfast is mediocre and the gym has only three aerobic machines and nothing else.

Plussat: Breakfast is not the best

Miinukset: No eggs and no bacon

Plussat: Location was perfect! It's near the airport which it didn't bother us due to that there were no flights coming in and out in the late nights and early mornings. Having the breakfast in the hotel was convenient and the food was good. It was a great experience and knowing what local diet is. The staff are amazingly friendly and helpful, especially to the staff that were working through out our stay. Mucho Mucho Gracias!!! Pura Vida!!!

Miinukset: None!

Plussat: easy check in and friendly staff. The breakfast is also very good and well prepared. Hats of to the cooking staff.

Miinukset: nothing

Plussat: We love staying at the Hampton in San Jose. It's real close to the Airport and the service we received is above expectations. They answered all our questions we had . I would recommend this place over and over again. See you again next year.

Plussat: The fruit plate along with the choclates in the room exceeded the expectaions

Miinukset: The shuttle for the pick-up came very much late

Plussat: Perfect place for a stopover on the way out of Costa Rica before an early flight. The shuttle to the airport runs regularly, 24hrs a day and is free which is super. For early departures they leave a take away breakfast out which is a lovely touch. The beds are super comfortable and the bathroom is brilliant. Check in staff were also super friendly and a pleasure to deal with.

Plussat: Shuttle made it convenient to head to the airport. Also appreciated that we could exchange US dollars for CR colones at the front desk.

Plussat: Staff was useful

Miinukset: Breakfast was random and not value for money.

Plussat: Comfortable beds, quiet room, black out blinds. Good thought around toiletries etc and free shuttle to the airport every 15 minutes.

Miinukset: Did what was expected. Recommend if you want to be near the airport.

Plussat: Breakfast had plenty of verity and very good Very comfortable room Friendly staff

Miinukset: We were put on the second floor while the hall way was completely under construction. Very noisy plus every time leave or entering our room the workers had to move themselves and there equipment for us to pass. Also most of the workers would stare at my wife making her uncomfortable. The first floor had no construction going on and I’m not sure of the others

Plussat: Every thing.

Plussat: All good for obe nigth

Plussat: Close to airport, free shuttle service, kind staff, comfortable beds with two pillow options, big shower

Miinukset: Plastic silverware! and paper dishes ! for breakfast (not environtmentally friendly)!

Plussat: Very Good.

Plussat: It’s our last night stay every time we go to Costa Rica. It’s convenient to the airport with a shuttle, clean and economical. Plus the Casino is right next door with good pizza and drinks.

Miinukset: The air conditioner is a bit temperamental and the comforter is way too heavy for the tropics. I always have my light blanket with me and once the a/c kicks in, it’s usually fairly satisfactory.

Miinukset: many rooms are on the ground floor. they did move me when I requested it but I would not be comfortable staying on the ground floor in this area.

Plussat: Friendly staff, good breakfast, pool, shuttle service

Miinukset: No Concerns

Plussat: Convenience to airport. Value for al, the amenities.

Miinukset: Nothing.

Plussat: The service was impeccable. Dinner at the restaurant was one of the best we had on our trip. Breakfast was also very good. They made arrangements for us to shuttle to the airport, making that very easy for us.

Miinukset: One of the rooms had a leaky faucet.

Plussat: We only stayed one night for a post-flight rest so the airport shuttle was particularly useful as was the location. Really helpful staff & good facilities - food was nice. The pool area is lovely.

Plussat: Great breakfast, the staff makes you feel like they are family. Staff is professional and friendly.

Plussat: There's a restaurant that has the feel of a soda on site. Rooms are comfy and staff is very attentive. Perfect spot if you need a place near airport but don't want to stay in an American chain hotel that lacks character.

Plussat: Convenient complimentary pick up from the airport - hopped on the shuttle and it was very easy. Grounds are really well maintained and fun to explore. Nice outdoor seating and great breakfast. Staff was friendly and helpful. Hotel was comfortable and easy to access from the airport and or day trips around san jose.

Plussat: We got to this place very late (around 12:30 am) on our first night in Costa Rica. It seemed to be a risky neigborhood, but when we got there, it was beautiful with a great parking area. There was someone there to greet us even though it was very late and made sure we were comfortable. The next morning (our first day in Costa Rica), we got up early and walked around the pool and the yard. We were in the pool before 7 am and the kids had a wonderful time (we did too). The breakfast was excellent (something for everyone) and we would have stayed longer!

Miinukset: By the beautiful swimming pool, there was a hottub, but no hot water in it! I just found this a little bizarre. There seems to be little else available around the hotel, in the neigborhood, but this might also be from a lack of time on our part to explore.

Plussat: Nice small hotel with very nice, clean, comfortable rooms surrounded by dense landscaping that makes you feel like you're in the forest rather than in a residential neighborhood next to the airport. We took advantage of the pool and enjoyed that. Restaurant was nothing particularly special but had a good selection of well-presented, tasty food. Staff were very helpful. Since we had an early flight we couldn't take advantage of their breakfast, so they arranged for a bagged breakfast to go that we picked up before leaving. They also arranged for a taxi driver who arrived promptly at 4:30 am as requested.

Miinukset: No complaints - nice place for an overnight before a flight.

Plussat: All interactions with staff were extremely pleasant. The location is close to the airport and the property is secluded, quiet and actually very beautiful. The food at the restaurant was also very good.

Miinukset: none

Plussat: Such good food. Very accommodating and friendly staff. We felt so at home here. Perfect stop off before or after exploring Costa Rica.

Plussat: Very secure location. Alajuela and San Jose are a bit crowded and sketchy. This is is a suburb of Alajuela. We state there the night before we returned to the United States. It's close to the airport and downtown but in a safe and quiet spot that is not too remote. The staff is really warm and helpful. Great experience. Free airport shuttle as well.

Miinukset: no complaints

Plussat: The owners were very nice. The property is very private and secure. Beautiful grounds. they have a beautiful little gift shop.

Miinukset: The road that the lodge is on is dangerous road without sidewalks or even a shoulder and once on the property you can't walk anywhere and there is nothing to do except relax and read a book.

Plussat: Wonderful property and lovely owner and delicious breakfast.

Plussat: Eating on the open veranda, the pleasant and accommodating staff.

Miinukset: O

Plussat: Nadine the owner was exceptionally helpful with advice on things to do and helping to set them up for us. The breakfast was excellent . One of our favorite things was sitting on our porch and watching the birds and hummingbirds visiting the many flowers. Beautiful grounds and the private casitas made for a very enjoyable stay.

Plussat: Clarissa and Nadine were incredible hosts for our stay and helped make arrangements for transportation and sightseeing.

Plussat: Many thanks for the warm welcome, :)

Plussat: It was beautifully quiet and a good place to recover after a long flight. The garden is a delight

Miinukset: You really need a car. However the access to the lodge is very awkward and steep. The only other hotel within walking distance was very unwelcoming to us and kept us standing in the heat outside the security gate! So our only option for dinner was a taxi ride away.

Plussat: The grounds were beautiful and the room was lovely. Our host was excellent too, such a gorgeous place to stay on our first night.

Miinukset: The breakfast wasn't great, but it was just enough to start the day.

Plussat: Cute little bungalow. Very private

Miinukset: No hot water meaning the morning shower was very refreshing

Plussat: The hosts were very welcoming and helpful in planning excursions and transfers. Accommodation is in individual casitas through the grounds. Great breakfast on the patio, looking over the gardens and chatting with our host and other guests. Good location not too far from the airport but very peaceful. Close to attractions such as Poas volcano and the waterfall gardens.

Plussat: Quite and clean

Miinukset: No wifi into the rooms

Plussat: We stayed 2 nights in a room with our 2 adult kids. The picture window across the valley was beautiful and the gardens are lovely. We took the walk down to the stream/river but didn't jump it - it was freezing! We didn't use the pool either as it was too cold. We were the only ones in the restaurant, which is big so I assume they have lots of people in the high season, but the food was great and the Happy Hour drinks a bonus. A fantastic spot for visiting Volcan Poas and Paz waterfall Gardens (which is very expensive but worth it for the Humming birds alone!). WE loved it here and were very well looked after.

Miinukset: Pool is cold and the wooden boards leading to it have rotted in places. Could do with a bit of TLC.

Plussat: Close to La Paz Gardens which we wanted to visit. Landscaped gardens. Happy hour. Hummingbirds feeding outside the restaurant windows. Alan who did everything - office and restaurant and was so helpful. Clifford the cat. Soda in Vara Blanca village. ( turn left at the t junction and it's first on right)

Miinukset: The slogans about god and the emoji faces started to creep us out a bit. We have our own spiritual beliefs about the nature of reality and how it's created. Each to their own and we don't expect everyone to agree with us but we could have done with less proselytising.

Plussat: Beautiful garden, great jungle trail, many hummingbirds...

Plussat: Incredible scenery in the backyard and hummingbird garden on property. Great hospitality from the staff.

Plussat: Nice garden and walk Hummingbirds garden Location is very good Breakfast is good Five minutes to La Paz waterfalls

Miinukset: Cockroach in the room Restaurant a bit expensive Lot of religious signs in the garden

Plussat: Excellent staff. Good food and a great value.

Plussat: Very nice layout and grounds. Staff very friendly and helpful. Rustic room setting. Very close to La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a highlight of our trip!

Miinukset: No WiFi in room although had in restaurant. Hot water minimal.

Plussat: We stayed in the chalet, looks like a summer home in a small farm, a little bit off the property. Grounds were really beautiful, great to be able to walk about the grounds.. The restaurant was great. It is near la Paz and about 25 min to Poas by car. Alan was very accommodation and helped us arrange transport with a driver, Alex, who picked us up from the airport the first night and then to hotel, and then took us to Poas and then La Paz, and the to Fortuna, to our next hotel the next day. We got to see the Poas crater!

Plussat: Stunning gardens and good walking trail. Very close to La Paz Waterfall Gardens without paying Peace Lodge prices. Staff kind and helpful.

Miinukset: Woke up in the night when the guard was making his rounds and shining his flashlight outside near our room. Was not sure if it was an intruder so a bit unnerving.

Plussat: Very quiet, and comfortable.

Miinukset: Curtains didn't block out the light from the patio.

Miinukset: Mangos falling on roof! Bathtub cracked.

Plussat: Beautiful garden and pool to start or finish trip to Costa Rica if you want to avoid the big bustling city of San Jose...

Plussat: Breakfast good

Miinukset: Lots of ants n bugs in room

Plussat: Very welcoming staff and great pick up from airport organised by the hotel.

Plussat: Very nice hotel with a beautiful garden, not too far away from the airport and on a strategic position on the way to every place one might want start to see when n Costa Rica. After landing late in the evening iin San Jose was for us perfect to send the night there. Very kind personal and good breakfast!

Plussat: Great quiet location, lush gardens, friendly staff

Miinukset: Poor lighting in the room. A bedside light would be an easy addition!

Plussat: Jessica is wonderful

Plussat: nice and quiet place only 15 mins drive from the airport to get some sleep after a long flight. And the first Costa Rican breakfast after 17 years - what a joy!

Plussat: Grounds and pool area was fabulous. Great location for airport and quiet. Rooms were very nice but...

Miinukset: Shower valve was funky and sink didn’t drain well. We paid for and organized our taxi the night before but the reception did not arrange it so it was a mad scramble and stressful in the morning to call for and wait for another taxi.

Plussat: The breakfast outside was lovely and delicious. This was our first night in Costa Rica and woman at the front desk was very helpful in answering our questions about how to get around and the weather etc. Great first night's stay!

Miinukset: The front desk staff isn't there at night, so make sure you tell them ahead of time when you will arrive so the guard will be ready to check you in. It would have been nice to have known that ahead of time, but it was still a smooth checkin and the guard was very kind.

Plussat: The grounds and overall architecture was pleasing and gracious, albiet dated and in need for an update.

Miinukset: The spa fell short. The female sauna was inoperable and the jacuzzi was a two person bathtub

Plussat: Pizza was really good, in general food for dinner at restaurant was good

Miinukset: Bed wasn't that confortable I have back pain issues related and was hard to get some good rest at night

Plussat: Great location for airport night before.

Miinukset: Empty place without any info when we arrived on spa opening etc. Just seemed a bit obsessed wirh 10pm closure of restaurant. We were alao asked if we wanted coffee and fruit on morning for our 3am departure but only got orange juice. Taxi also didnt turn up so may be ask them to recheck.

Plussat: Nice pool, good breakfast (in fact, excellent gallo pinto!)

Miinukset: We looked for the gym but didn’t find it. Not sure it exists. The entire spa area seemed a bit deserted (off season).

Miinukset: Waiter was not very attentive at all seatings. Not all food items available on request. No flexibility. We don’t do it. No flex.

Plussat: A real gem. I always feel very relaxed here.

Miinukset: No gym anymore and property is under utilized.

Plussat: Location was awesome, breakfast was nice, property was quiet...everyone was nice!! This property was grand in it's day!!

Miinukset: I went to the Spa to get a much needed manicure, and although I appreciate the youg lady that did the manicure; she needs additional training. I asked several times if she had ever removed gel nail polish or worked with gel, her reply each time was yes. The conditions are unsanitary at best. She nearly destroyed 3 nails before I forced her to do it the correct way. She still tried removing before they were ready. Gel nails have to be removed with acetone and aluminum and carefully; it was as though she didn't want to use her product (acetone, aluminum) and the foil was used. She was so heavy handed with my cuticles that she caused 3 nail beds to bleed and I was afraid of infection; since it was very obvious she does not sterilize her tools. My advice...don't market a building as a "Spa" and then hire untrained people to take care of the clients. She either has never attended formal training ,or there is no oversight. Either way, I do not recommend getting a manicure or pedicure in the "Spa" , it is not enjoyable or relaxing ,and you are at risk of nail health.

Plussat: They accommodated our very late check in. The rooms were huge and clean. The complimentary breakfast was amazing. The grounds were very nice. The staff was great. Each time I emailed, before the trip, I got a very quick response.

Miinukset: No hot water for the shower. It was hot for a few seconds, then cold for the rest.

Plussat: The hotel was close to the airport and the places we needed to visit in Alajuela/San Jose. The room was nice. Loved the balcony overlooking the pool. Grounds were keep up nicely. A lot of birds and iguana's everywhere. Convenient with restaurant and lounge on property.

Miinukset: We had a nice stay, cannot think of anything we did not enjoy about the visit. Would stay again, when needing to fly out of San Jose.

Plussat: The staff were attentive the room was fine and the food in the restaurant for dinner was good.

Miinukset: The breakfast was very simple and the difference between buffet and full breakfast was eggs, not a great choice. I also was not advised in advance that the bus to and from the airport was not the hotel shuttle and had to pay for it. I feel a 5star hotel should be offering a bus transfer.

Plussat: Beautiful grounds, clean rooms, comfortable beds, air conditioning in each room, lovely patios on our rooms. Room service was quick and delicious. Located directly across the street from an animal rescue center.

Miinukset: Some squealing pipes and a couple loose fixtures but nothing critical.

Plussat: Great location

Miinukset: Outdated and with a musty smell

Plussat: Breakfast was hot and there was plenty of food. Scrambled eggs, rice and beans, plantains, toast, cereal available, juice, fruit, accompaniments, coffee. Close to international airport and free shuttle. 15 minute trip time (3 Km) Grounds are very well maintained. Entry to the hotel is through a security gate manned full time. Staff for the most part spoke and understood english. Wish my spanish was much better but I am working on it.

Miinukset: It is in an industrial area and a little rough. No restaurants close by that you could walk to safely. There was limited english speaking TV. Not convenient to go into museums and historical venues in San Jose downtown area. Can be done but if you go head back to hotel before 3PM to avoid heavy traffic.

Plussat: The location, ease, security and friendly atmosphere

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: On site restaurant

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Perfect location after a long flight or for the night before the flight home. The manager was amazing and provided us with everything we needed.

Plussat: Staff great

Miinukset: Coffee machine... In the room for 2 people they only give 1 pod, the other you have to pay for. The 'pod' system is environmentally unfriendly and many hotels getting rid of them, not introducing them!

Plussat: Average

Miinukset: Atención yo detalles in general. Greet customers,rainy season require some spray for humidity un rooms and whole building yo preventa molde albergues,breakfast buffet por etc.

Plussat: The around the property garden is absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed the pool, quiet and spacious venue.

Plussat: The location is fairly close to the airport about 3 miles but they do have shuttle transportation which makes it convenient. There are a few other hotels closer but for a couple nights do not merit the significant up charge costs. Given a choice of booking with or without including breakfast I would recommend that you book without breakfast and you order a la cart as the whats included with the room is very basic . The hotel is very Costa Rican , sort of rustic of the main highway , very tropical with good WIFI, restaurant ,swimming pool, hot water ,shuttle to airport, etc. The hotel staff are very personable and helpful to your needs.

Miinukset: booking with breakfast is very limited for the up charge cost.

Plussat: Very close to airport, helpful staff.

Miinukset: - old furniture

Plussat: Ksuniin puutarhan ympäröimä

Miinukset: Mitään palveluita ei lähellä.

Plussat: Ksuniin puutarhan ympäröimä

Miinukset: Mitään palveluita ei lähellä.

Plussat: Perfect spot for our last night in Costa Rica! Really convenient to the airport and felt like a hidden oasis Great food and lovely staff

Plussat: Breakfast and shuttle to airport and staff was nice Thought it was quiet . Close to airport

Miinukset: Bathroom had no mirror Ac was hidden in hallway beds were ok

Plussat: It was nice having a few breakfast items before the actual start time for breakfast. That helped on our early flight.

Plussat: It is very convenient for the airport and priced well

Miinukset: Difficult to find the first time

Plussat: We loved the comfort of the rooms, the cleanliness, the closeness to the airport, the very friendly staff, the breakfast, the delicious margaritas, the fact that it is a a small local hotel, the lovely pool and sitting areas, and the dinners in the evening. This hotel is a wonderful place to stay and is a good value.

Miinukset: The planes going overhead but given that it’s closw to the airport that is unavoidable. Otherwise, we really like this hotel and want to stay there again.

Plussat: Very nice and clean room for the money we spent. Small familiar place with everything you need on your start for a trip in Costa Rica

Miinukset: Airport shuttle did not work out for our time to be there. Breakfast is so so ...

Plussat: I really love the garden, pool area, the food and overall the stuff they go the extra mile to please you. excellent service makes everything even better

Miinukset: leaving

Plussat: Very accommodating staff and tasty breakfast buffet... highly recommend

Plussat: Surprisingly good breakfast, especially considering the price of the room. So much value in Costa Rica if you stay with the local businesses! Rooms were basic, but very clean, and the AC worked really well. The grounds within the hotel were nice.

Miinukset: Found out that the free airport shuttle was only from the hotel to the airport after booking (received an email from the hotel stating this - which almost had me reaching to cancel since we needed it upon arrival, but money had already been spent).

Plussat: Everything was great, nice and confortable room, close to the airport, nice pool. The staff is the best !

Plussat: Great service and walking distance to the city mall.

Plussat: It was a cozy stay. I didn’t mind the room was small. I had everything I needed:) I appreciated their hospitality.

Miinukset: It’s not about the property but I got ripped off when I took a taxi to go there. The shuttle is free and the staff was very kind and helpful so I recommend you request for a ride in advance:)

Plussat: Loved the convenient location, friendly staff, free airport taxi, quiet location, comfortable bed, nice room. Breakfast served on the balcony outside your room!

Plussat: Perfect as near airport and the citymall as well car hire returns. Family were v communicative beforehand via email. They even did a bag of my laundry for $10 which was great. This hotel was perfect after a 5 hour drive from Quepas.

Plussat: Close to the airport, provided free transportation

Miinukset: It was a little dirty.

Plussat: Just a great place to stay close to the airport. If your driving it just a left off the main road and turn left and its down on the corner or to the end and left and left then down on the corner

Plussat: The shuttle driver Barnaby speaks excellent English,very knowledgeable. Hotel staff is always very helpful. 5stars!!!!!

Miinukset: Na

Plussat: The staff was very accommodating and the location was great.

Plussat: Everything! The staff and amenities were amazing. Will definitely be staying here again!

Miinukset: I liked everything.

Plussat: Really easy to book the transfer betwen the airport and melrost. Helpful driver that gave us a quick lecture about costa rica.

Plussat: The breakfast was good. I wish they real milk for the coffee. I love all the staff.

Miinukset: I started staying at melrost in 2014. The prices were equal to the experience. At that time the coffee was better . Now the experience has not really improved but the price has gone up. The coffee is of lower quality and Somee of the pillows are getting old and I was allergic to them.

Plussat: The service very good better than 5 Star Hotel

Miinukset: n/a

Plussat: The Service is like from a European 4 Star Hotel, really nice. The Host won me right away. Free Private airport Taxi every full hour. Good pizza too. Best Airport Hotel i have ever been.

Miinukset: Well there isnt anything. the staff was just a great finish for our trip. Maybe the price but then you get a free airport shuttle and they help to get the tickets printed. there was none for me.

Plussat: Very convenient for the airport. Dinner and breakfast good and good value for money. Staff excellent - very friendly and helpful.

Miinukset: A lounger by the pool would have been a bonus!

Plussat: Very friendly and helpful staff!

Plussat: Excellent service, very friendly, helpfull staff. Airport shuttle - even at 4 AM in the morning for our early flight. Very nice pizza's, served specialy for us at the pool side.

Plussat: Good location for a quick stay before heading to the airport. Free airport shuttle that goes on the hour. Really enjoyed the pizza we had for dinner! We had hot showers and everything was clean and comfortable. Basic facilities but good value for money.

Plussat: It was a normal breakfast

Miinukset: N/A

Plussat: Its very close to SJO airport, great friendly people always willing to help. The breakfast is great.

Plussat: A little hard to find at first. Very tight parking. Staff was great, both the evening and morning folks. Breakfast was a good typical Tico breakfast, good value. Rooms were very clean.

Miinukset: Had a problem with the air conditioning remotes. Labels were badly worn and hard to read. Had to get staff help to get the air turned on.

Plussat: Simple and cosy, the staff is very friendly and the property is located just within minutes from the airport!

Plussat: Perfect place to start or end your holiday in Costa Rica! The staff was very friendly and the pizzas in the restaurant are great.

Plussat: Helpfull staff, good breakfast, spacefull room, close to airport, nice swimming pool

Miinukset: Older room and bathroom

Plussat: Easy as intermediate place between your destination in Costa-rica and the airport. Very clean and people very helpful and enjoyable

Miinukset: Some noise due traffic...

Plussat: Easy to find and a Fantastic place close to the airport; amazing garden, a peacefull spot in a busy area. Very friendly people

Miinukset: nothing, great value

Plussat: Hotel Villa Dolce is in a convenient location. Rooms were clean and had everything I needed. Staff are all friendly and extremely helpful. The same can be said about the owner and his wife who live on the property. I loved my stay here and would recommend it. I definitely will be back!! Pura Vida

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Staff super nice, Beautiful garden Hot water works very well Good breakfast Secured parking Close to the airport and to the road if you plan to go South or West to Guanacaste A few local restaurants less than 5min around by car

Miinukset: Need a few more plugs in the room If turned off Exterior light, it turned off also the fan in the room lol

Plussat: The kind people at the front desk are always so helpful to me when I'm there. I spend the night there before my drive out to perez and on my return trip. Very quiet clean property qith large rooms

Miinukset: nothing

Plussat: Fresh y delicious staff was superb

Plussat: Great overall just a few major issues

Miinukset: Being next door to a major freeway!! The truck noise is loud The room we had did have a/c great right well the Gurgling and bubbling noise the a/c made was hellish!!! If you can’t sleep in the room you book why pay to get frustrated about not being able to sleep for the noise

Plussat: Very clean. Front desk staff were very helpful.

Miinukset: Not great for people travelling without a rental car. No restaurants within walking distance. The pool was under repair.

Plussat: It was close to the airport. The staff organised a transfer for us and the room was fine. We were looking for a decent hotel to spend the first night after a long flight and we found it at Hotel Bristol. If you‘re looking for a decent stay near the airport, this works just fine.

Miinukset: Pool was unavailable to use in the evening.

Plussat: Outstanding Family . She saved my car charger that I left in the room after 2 month. Very Impressive service

Miinukset: I couldnt stay there longer