Hotel Bougainvillea San José

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6

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About this property

Set within lush tropical gardens just a 20 minute drive from San José Airport, Hotel Bougainvillea San José offers a large outdoor pool, tennis courts and a gym. Rooms have balconies overlooking the grounds or city. The hotel’s beautiful gardens are home to a huge range of native Costa Rican trees and flowers. Guests might spot wild hummingbirds and frogs. Each room at Hotel Bougainvillea San José offers free Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable TV, a ceiling fan and a coffee maker. Rooms are decorated with unique furniture made from local hardwood. The Vitrales Restaurant & Bar serves international fusion cuisine in stylish surroundings. There are fantastic garden views from the lounge bar. The hotel’s staff can arrange airport shuttle service or tours of San José for an extra fee. Guests can buy handmade local products in the on-site gift shop.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Donald
United States United States
“The hotel is set in a beautiful garden. The restaurant and lobby display interestin paintings and there is a collection of geodes too. The dining room was lively with linen tablecloths and a well trained staff.”
Colleen
United States United States
“I was on a photography workshop and we met at the hotel”
Kenneth
United States United States
“Excellent breakfast buffet. Lovely garden/grounds in back. Comfortable rooms and beds. Helpful staff.”
Kwan
United States United States
“The garden, the staffs, the room has the balcony.T”
Arlene
United States United States
“The breakfast was exceptional, the garden is amazing. This is a must stay if traveling to San Jose. Very friendly staff and a beautiful place.”
Scott
United States United States
“I appreciated the gardens and birding. I also liked the gated parking lot.”
Rebecca
United States United States
“The breakfast was adequate but more than made up for by the astonishingly lovely gardens”
Richard
United States United States
“We love this hotel and have stayed here several times. Breakfast is excellent and is included. Love walking thru the extensive and beautiful park-like lawns”
Richard
United States United States
“Breakfast was excellent and included. We love the large, beautiful gardens. Except for school next door, the location is in a quiet neighborhood.”
David
United States United States
“The gardens were exceptional, the room was very big and spacious. Breakfast was excellent.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Los Vitrales
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

Hotel Bougainvillea San José takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Bougainvillea San José of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.