If you're needing a one night stay in or near San Jose, I can recommend Hotel Bougainvillea. I stayed on the way out of Costa Rica and drove to the hotel using their directions. Note that the directions are a bit vague as there are no street names near the hotel. The distances between landmarks is off as well so... more

We stayed here for 2 nights at the start of our tour of Costa Rica. The staff on reception were really polite and checked us in swiftly, after travelling for 23 hours we were so tired. The room was huge, very clean with 2 double beds, so comfortable with lovely white bedding and big plump pillows. There was also an... more

With gardens, pool and tennis, this is a gem of a hotel in any country. If for some unfortunate reason you have to be in the San Jose area for other than quick airport access (the rest of Costa Rica is MUCH more interesting), this is the place that proves that beauty exists here too. The wireless system has recently... more

Arrived in Costa Rica and went directly to the Hotel. After a long day traveling, I was wary about the accommodations we'd end up in. Boy was I surprised...beautiful, clean large room and I can't say enough about the gardens. Unfortunately we left the next day to go on adventures but I would've stayed longer if I could. The pool... more

Over the holidays, I traveled to Costa Rica with one of my best friends. Through a flight + hotel combination deal from Expedia, we came upon Hotel Bougainvillea. My stay was for seven days, six nights from 30 December until 5 January, 2009. When you arrive at Hotel Bougainvillea, you arrive at the jewel of Heredia, Costa Rica. From the... more

It's a beautiful hotel with lovely gardens. Drink prices are very reasonable and services is good. Try playing the piano in the restaurant. Our group had a great time. more

Great place to stay in San Jose area. Beautiful grounds and friendly. more

We stayed here for the first and last nights of our 12 day vacation in Costa Rica. They have a good restaurant and bar. Also, they have a very nice pool and tennis courts. You can borrow rackets and buy balls in the gift shop. They will also exchange money for you. They have rooms with 3 beds if needed... more

We had a great stay at the Bougainvillea and found staff to be friendly. Food in the Restaurant was adequate, although we had a couple of inedible steaks on one occasion- great "Boccas" in the Bar though!! The Gardens are quite fantastic and a trip in themselves - shame the Pool isn't a tad larger to allow for exercise swimming.... more