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Vina Romantica
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  • Panoramic View of Poas Volcano and coffee fields

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  • Vina Romantica Video: Viña Romántica sits 4,200 feet above the Central Valley in the hills of San Isidro. A short stroll takes you to some of the most stunning views in Costa Rica.

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  • Inn Details

    Viña Romántica is centrally located in the cool rural hills of Alajuela, just 7 miles (10 k) from the San Jose International Airport. On the road to Poas Volcano and Doka Coffee Estates and just minutes from most major Costa Rica Tour pickup points. Great entry & exit bed and breakfast! Viña Romántica offers four comfortable rooms each appointed with private bathrooms, queen sized beds with memory foam mattresses, ceiling fans and soft lighting. Guests can linger, relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the surrounding coffee plantation and Poas Volcano. With perpetual spring climate of 73 degrees F say "Hello" and "Goodbye" to Costa Rica from the balcony of Vina Romantica.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Ann Cabezas, On-Site Manager of Vina Romantica, lived in Costa Rica for eight years working as a travel agent and tour guide exploring the mountainous rain forest, national parks, and beautiful beaches. Ann is the author of the popular travel blog .costaricalearn dedicated to all aspects of Costa Rica travel.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Centrall Located for those who are relocating

    • Extended Stay Vacations

    • Honeymoons

    • Medical Recovery Stays

    • Short or long term stays

    • Students

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Desk

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • Over 250 DVD Current Movies

    • Satellite TV

    • Outdoor Patio

    • Hammock

    • Gourmet Restaurant

    • Grocery stores/bus/restaurants in walking distace

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  • Barva View Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $85/$95

    Enjoy the beautiful second floor view of Barva Volcano as you relax in this quiet end room tastefully decorated. Signed prints from Donald Roller Wilson will intrigue you if you intend to "monkey" around. A remote ceiling fan will keep you comfortably cool in the day and as the night settles in a down comforter will warm your toes. Private bath with rain shower, soap, shampoo and conditioner.

    Poas View Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $85/$110

    Poas Volcano and the surrounding coffee fields are right in front of you as you settle into your tastefully decorated room. A queen sized bed with memory foam mattress will nestle you peacefully to sleep as you snuggle into your down comforter. A ceiling fan will keep you cool if needed high up in the hills of Alajuela. Private bath with shower and access to the Poas Patio will make your stay

    Garden Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $85/$85

    Have your choice of two twin beds or a king sized bed with memory foam mattress. Let us know which you prefer. A romantic garden level room with interesting paintings sure to get your attention. Located on the main level for those who would rather avoid stairs and with main level access to the patio dining area and a short set of stairs to the Poas Patio. Remote ceiling fan,radio along with a relaxing in-room service such as pedicure/manicure or massage is sure to start or end your vacation in style.

    Tree House Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      2 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $85/$85

    Our teak suite with queen sized bed with memory foam mattress, ceiling fans, sitting area, private bath with shower and small private deck. Enjoy the view of the surrounding area from three windows or the private patio. This is a street side room. It will sleep 4. $15 per person charge per night for additional people.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3pm    Check out: 11am

    • Cancellations: Full refund with at least a 14 day written cancellation notification. All cancellations with less than a 14 day written notification will be charged the full reservation rate.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Beer and Wine Only

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7am - 10am

    • Serving location: Breakfast Room, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room, Guest room, On-site restaurant

    Signature Dish

    Teriyaki Pork with Mango/Pineapple Salsa
    Our restaurant serves only hotel guests when requested. Our 4 course meals include appetizer/soup or salad/ main course and desserts/coffee and tea. The price is $25. Please let us know if you will be dining with us. Our menus rotate and we serve only the freshest foods. We'd love to let you know what we are serving. Just ask us and be sure to make your reservation!

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • Airport

    • Countryside

    • Mountains

    • Village

    City

    • Alajuela

    • Distance to city: 3 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the San Jose airport head toward Alajuela and then 5 killometers North straight up the mountain

    Airport

    • San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.) 5 miles

    • Directions to property:
      rom the San Jose airport head toward Alajuela and then 5 killometers North straight up the mountain

    Area Attractions

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Fraiganes Park

    • Doka Coffee Estate/Tour

    • Calypso Cruises

    • La Paz Waterfall Gardens

    • Poas Volcano

    • Zoo Ave

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Zoo

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Near Major Tour Pickup Stops

    • Poas National Park

    • Doka Coffee Estates

    • Tropical Bungee

    • Colinas Del Poas Canopy Tour Zip Line

    • Zoo Ave

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Not very romantic

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We called ahead to let them know we were running late and didn't arrive until 11pm. (It says 6Km from airport, but it is probably a bit farther and with the roads they way they are took about 20-25min) The woman running Viva Romantic was kind enough to wait up for us and provide us with parking. Once we arrived, the room smelled of sewer, the room was very basic, very clean, but dated. I guess they have a bad septic system and the room was very, very smelly. Then during the night there were a lot of neighborhood dogs barking, and a young rooster that didn't know when to crow and when not to crow. We were also woke up early in the morning to a neighbor singing very loudly. We didn't sleep well! In the morning we were ready to go. We did eat the breakfast that they provided and it was excellent. This was our first night in Costa Rica and we had booked the room for our last night, but decided even though we had already paid that we would go somewhere else. I would not return or recommend.

    Innkeeper Response
    I am saddened as this is the first and only negative review in the history of my ownership. We are the #2 rated hotel in Alajuela (the airport city) out of 35 by Trip Advisor. We have many great reviews on this B&B site as well. Here is what they are correct about: • We have excellent food. Our reviews show it. • I do wait up for our clients and if they get up early, I do see them off as well. • We have secure parking. • There was an odor when I opened the door. Our septic system is regularly inspected and performs properly. During the heavy rain season, the ground water fills up the systems quickly. It was quickly alleviated by opening the door and turning on the ceiling fan. In the future, I’ll check this room prior to guest arrival. These things are simply culture shock. I believe they will have a different opinion once their trip is concluded: • We are 7 kilometers from the airport. • The street dog population in Costa Rica is out of control. It’s part of the culture. I like this program who helps alleviate it: http://www.animalsheltercostarica.com/ • Roosters and chickens are part of the culture and the "wildlife". We advertise that we are in the coffee farm country. We provide earplugs for city folks. • Noise laws are strict here. Culturally, Costa Rican families get up when the sun does and go to bed when it retires as well. We do have quiet hours from 10pm to 8am. • Our rooms are far from basic. We provide fresh flowers, free bottled water, free coffee packages to take home, a full breakfast, welcome cocktail and a taxi ride either to or from the airport. If they are still in the country, please come back. Your last night is complimentary and I’ll even throw in a bottle of wine.

    - Sherry Valentine (Innkeeper/Owner)

    home away from home

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My fifteen year old son and I stayed here first and last nights of our trip to Costa Rica. Upon arrival in this new country Sherry welcomed us as if into her home. It is a small inn- if you want an anonymous hotel atmosphere this is not for you. We had our privacy and we also had the warmth of being invited into someone's home. Sherry and Tim made us feel welcome to their space and to Costa Rica. The food was excellent, both dinner and breakfast. We were so happy to be returning there at the end of our travels knowing we would have a good meal and be welcomed. the trip to and from the airport is easy and so smart to avoid the traffic of San Jose. We would definitely return. If you pay cash, you get a discount.

    Great place, owners

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We chose Vina Romantica because it looked like a nice, quiet place that was near the international airport (which is 17 KM from San Jose) and because they offered free cabs from and to the airport. All of those things were true, and it was a wonderful place to spend our first and last nights. The owners are great, very friendly and helpful, and the place is really cute. Food was also delicious, but the really bonus at the end of our trip was arranging to have a masseuse they knew come and give hour-long massages to my wife and I for $45 each! It was great, and we highly recommend staying here. Oh, and Alajuela, the town/suburb the inn is located in is really a cute little place in its own right.

    We can't say enough!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    what a jem! the whole experience was laid back while being luxurious and not stuffy. Price is well worth what you get (definately get the dinner). The owners are wonderful, the place is wonderful!

    Great Place for Romantic Getaway

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We stayed our first & last night at Hotel Vina Romantica. The Hello/Goodbye package is great. They offer a massage, peticure or manicure, gourmet dinner & breakfast pickup and delivery at the International Airport near San Jose and a delicious welcome tropical drink. Our room had a great view of Poas Volcano and the surrounding coffee plantations. We felt very safe, and the information we received from the staff about Costa Rica was very helpful. We highly recommend Vina Romantica and definitely will stay there on our next trip to Costa Rica.

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