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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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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gibson
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
“Amazing view from the room. Beautifully maintained garden full of birds.” - Theo
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
“Put me in a garden view room, allow me to enjoy facilities after checkout, beautiful garden, nice staff” - Douglas
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
“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
“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
“The serenity of the place. The helpfulness of the staff. The comfort it offers.” - Stephen
Australia
“We love this hotel and it's lovely grounds. It is a great place to relax after a long flight” - Tenille
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
- Los Vitrales
- CuisineInternational
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
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.



The fine print
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.