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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 gardens or city. The hotel’s beautiful gardens are home to a huge range of native Costa Rican trees and flowers. You can also 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 hardwoods. 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 transfers or tours of San José at an extra cost. You can buy handmade local products in the on-site gift shop.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • 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.

Rooms with:

  • Mountain view

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Recommended for 2 adults

1 × Double Room with Mountain View
Price for:
Max persons: 2
Beds: 2 extra-large double beds
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
US$218 per night
Price US$653
3 nights, 2 adults
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Double Room with Mountain View
Recommended for 2 adults
  • 2 extra-large double beds
474 feet²
Balcony
Mountain view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Desk
  • Pants press
  • Telephone
  • Radio
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$218 per night
Price US$653
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast included in the price
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Max persons: 3
US$249 per night
Price US$746
Excluded: 13 % VAT
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gibson
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely, well appointed hotel that's close enough to the airport for a stay before or after landing and the grounds are absolutely superb! Truly beautiful park like gardens with a plethora of birdlife.
  • Magdalena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing view from the room. Beautifully maintained garden full of birds.
  • Theo
    Isle of Man Isle of Man
    Enjoyed the restaurant space, the large windows allow light to enter. the variety of the food was good. Liked the breakfast juice and fruit selections. Steak at dinner was excellent. Staff were all friendly, courteous and helpful. Enjoyed the...
  • Tommy
    Italy Italy
    Put me in a garden view room, allow me to enjoy facilities after checkout, beautiful garden, nice staff
  • Douglas
    Canada Canada
    Delicious breakfast. The large natural area is amazing with many bird species. Dining staff were helpful. Grounds staff showed us an Owl and told us about a tree.
  • Ivascu
    Romania Romania
    The room and the hotel are very nice, the gardens are gorgeous and an attraction in itself. The location is very convenient, close to shops, restaurants and San Jose (by car).
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The gardens were stunning with a lovely pool. Had an excellent massage from Tiffany to relax us after an exhausting journey and Leti on reception was amazing both friendly and helpful, even spending time to show us the fascinating local currency!
  • George
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The serenity of the place. The helpfulness of the staff. The comfort it offers.
  • Stephen
    Australia Australia
    We love this hotel and it's lovely grounds. It is a great place to relax after a long flight
  • Tenille
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The beautiful gardens, well appointed spacious rooms, artwork and decoration around hotel. Friendly helpful staff. Good reasonably priced food in restaurant - popular with locals.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Los Vitrales
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

Hotel Bougainvillea San José takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

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

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help 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 minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.