For business or for pleasure, The Hotel Pura Vida, in the residential area of Alajuela, offers the comfort and independence of a home away from home. Located just six minutes from San Jose's Juan Santamaria International Airport, The Hotel Pura Vida is the ideal base for exploring and enjoying Costa Rica's Central Valley.

Our facilities offer a sense of intimacy and luxury. We have double rooms and individual bungalows, and each feature a private bath and hot water.

Your hostess will greet you and make your vacation more enjoyable in the language of your choice. English, Spanish and French spoken.

At Your Doorstep

Whether you're looking for a bus into town or a trip to one of the Central Valley's many attractions, it's all literally at your doorstep. Half- and full-day guided tours available to:

• Poas Volcano
• Sarchi traditional oxcart factory
• Irazu Volcano
• Lankester Gardens and Orosi Valley
• Coffee Farm Tour
• Butterfly Farm
• "Zoo Ave" (Bird zoo)

The Hotel Pura Vida provides a wonderfully relaxed setting amid manicured gardens. Our numerous fruit trees attract a wide variety of exotic birds. We also offer a bar & restaurant for your convenience.