I stayed at the Pura Vida Hotel with Berni, Nhi and Rebecca for one night at the beginning of my stay in Costa Rica and 2 nights at the end. It far exceeded every expectation I had, even after reading all the great reviews. On both stays I was 'upgraded' to beautiful casitas in the much loved tropical gardens. Fresh,... more

We recently returned from our first trip to Costa Rica and I am already trying to figure out when I can return again. It is truly magical. Part of that "magic" was Pura Vida Hotel and Berni and Nhi. Everything from the friendliness, the casita and the food was far better than expected. We spent the first week at Playa... more

This review can not possibly add another superlative to the other reviews of La Pura Vida. Read the other reviews for details and gushy compliments... they ain't lyin'. Ignore the grumpy, unsatisfied ones. If they stayed at this hotel and had a bad experience our guess is that they're ornery to begin with. (Just note the imbalance between rave reviews... more

This was an excellent choice for our first and last day in country. Took a 5-10 min taxi ride to hotel. Our rental car was delivered at breakfast, all arranged by Berni. On the last day we just gave him the keys and he took are of everything. This place is amazing. I cant say enough about it. The only... more

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying at Pura Vida at the beginning and end of our trip. The rooms were really nice,very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the big dogs running around and our day trip from the hotel to Poas Volcano.. Everyone that we met that works there was really nice and very helpful. Berni is... more

Within a few minutes drive of the airport Pura Vida is a hidden gem - a quiet hotel, excellently run by a caring team. Excellent, clean accomodation and superb breakfasts, what more could one ask for? A great place to start your holiday after a long flight. more

Wonderful find of a hotel. I loved staying here and felt immediately welcomed and at home. Berni, Nhi and their staff go way above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and do so many little things to make your stay so great. Berni saved me $45 in taxi fares when a taxi driver tried to rip me off because... more

convenient, friendly, clean, gorgeous grounds, awesome dogs, amazing breakfast, and priced just right. a great place to start or end your vacation in costa rica. only downside is the street noise. more

There are many beautiful places to stay in Costa Rica, but this is the ONE all must visit! You'll have a free p/u from the San Jose airport and will be greeted by the friendliest dogs ever. Berni and Nhi and the consummate hosts. There is not one detail they left out. You want a romantic evening? Light the candles... more