The Cariari Bed And Breakfast

Costa Rica , San José / Central Valley
CIUDAD CARIARI, Avenida De La Marina 12
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10/10

Exceptional

02 Feb 2026

Irina

The absolute warmest people - that's what stood out to me the most. It's such a treat to get to sit at the breakfast table with Laurie, to hear her stories of a life well lived and to share my own. The breakfast was outstanding, made with love by Miriam who is so gentle and kind. The B&B is clean, cozy and well located. I took a long stroll around the neighborhood which was lush and quiet. An overall excellent experience.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jan 2026

Joel

Amazing home, clean, gorgeous, and comfortable. But what stood out the most was Lauri and Meriam, so warm and friendly, it felt like visiting with family!! Would absolutely recommend, and will stay here again any chance we get!!
Thank you Lauri!!!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Nov 2025

Russell

The place is nice and I enjoy the 2nd floor large patio/balcony. However, the service is superb. Laurie and Miriam make you feel like family. There is definitely a personal touch you cannot get in a hotel.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Oct 2025

Rachel

What a wonderful start to our holiday in Costa Rica! The Cariari is a lovely, comfortable place to stay, and Laurie is the most welcoming host we have ever stayed with. She gave us a glass of wine and snack in the evening, and chatted with us for 20 minutes. She also sat with us and the other guests at breakfast. So helpful to get so much information and recommendations about Costa Rica at the start of our holiday.
Miriam was friendly and caring too - and prepared a delicious breakfast for the morning with a lot of choice.
We would happily stay again. Thank you Laurie and Miriam.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

31 Mar 2025

Salla

Cozy, family type b&b. The hosts were very nice, friendly and helpful. The house and facilities are outdated (house and neighbourhood built in the 80s). The online description did not quite match the reality: there were no restaurants, bar or spa on property. Breakfast was wonderful.
If you don't like "cold hotels", this is your place.

Business Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2025

David

This has become our go-to place in San Jose. It's near the airport and transportation is available. The people are great hosts, and the rooms are cozy and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Feb 2025

Ronald

Hostess Miriam greeted me and made my check in really nice.

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2025

anthony

Personable very clean rooms

10/10

Exceptional

10 Feb 2025

Pamela

The Cariari B&B was like a home away from home. The staff is so warm and welcoming. They were very accommodating when we requested an earlier breakfast. The inn is charming and the grounds are beautiful. There is an incredible roof top deck/lounge area to relax and dine. It is in a perfect location for a stay before or after flying out of San Jose. It was a memorable experience!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2025

George

Highly Recommended!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2024

Suzanne

We loved our stay. Lorie was the ultimate hostess and welcomed us with a beverage and great patio space to hang out as we arrived earlier than check in time. Breakfast excelled and no one could go hungry with so many options. She is a people person and had many stories to share. The dogs, cats and parrot were also very welcoming. A great stay!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Dec 2024

Miho

My partner and I had the pleasure of staying at The Cariari B&B, and it was an unforgettable experience. The property was absolutely gorgeous and the staff made us feel at home. The room was spotless, huge bathroom and bed was very comfortable. The property was walking distance to various restaurants and shops. The area felt very safe, we walked to the stores and restaurants at night. I highly recommend The Cariari B&B. The owner and her staff went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and well taken care of throughout our time there. We can't wait to return!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Nov 2024

Josefina

Our stay was amazing! Miriam and Gerardo took care of my husband and I while we were in town for a business event. To say they went above and beyond would be an understatement. They treated us like family and were very attentive to our needs. I would highly recommend this bed and breakfast for a nice, relaxing stay.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

29 Aug 2024

muzaffar

Homely atmosphere. Comfortable.
Needs to upgrade amenities.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2024

Robert

We LOVED staying here! Laurie was not there but Miriam was and she was so wonderful! She cooked us a fantastic breakfast each day and helped us with our Spanish! She kept our room immaculately clean and was so friendly. We even met her husband and nieces and we all had ice cream the last night we were there. We will definitely stay there again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2024

Brandon

Miriam was so attentive and made us feel so well taken care of and welcomed! She was definitely one of the main reasons why our vacation was so amazing!

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2024

David

The host, Lourie, was wonderful! Treated us like family upon arrival. Really made us feel welcome. Breakfast was amazing!

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

26 Apr 2024

Didar Singh

The property is pity old and hasn't been updated. It still looks in the 80's. The host and the service was great. The electricity went away twice, the property should have a backup to have guests staying in B&B. Doesn't even have an AC.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2024

Taylor

Exceeded all expectations! Laurie was beyond a great hostess. She’s so down to earth, caring & tells it how it is. The immense pride she has for her B&B shows in her hospitality. I showed up after 2am and she got up and helped me in like it was any other check in time. Her staff member Mariam is so friendly and amazing chef, all food is cooked fresh and you will never ever leave hungry. My stay feels too short! Thanks for an amazing stay & I hope to return soon

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Feb 2024

Holly

This was a perfect spot to stay near airport. Fantastic host greeted us warmly, beautiful and unique home. Great comfortable king bed and large bathroom en-suite. The breakfast spread was incredible, sitting out on the patio listening to the birds and rain. We will definitely be back!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2023

Bertram

We were greeted with a welcome drink and a little food by the housekeeper Miriam, a lovely lady! Laurie, the owner, went above and beyond to help us arrange everything, even car rental options! They were very welcoming and flexible about our late check-out. Highly recommended!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2023

victoria

Great accommodations, very clean and friendly.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2023

Carolin

It was a very warm welcome by Miriam. She immediately offered coffee or something like that. Her banana bread is the best. She also showed us the room which is very nice.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2023

brett

What an incredible experience we had at Laurie's bed & breakfast. Laurie was so helpful and knowledgeable about everything! and helped us to customize our time in Costa Rica. She had great suggestions on where to go, what to do, and places to eat and we enjoyed all of it!!! She definitely made our trip memorable. She is a very gracious and welcoming host. She and Miriam made us the most delicious breakfasts daily, I especially loved the pineapple pancakes, as well as a yummy snack when we arrived! They were truly there to take care of our every need and it was much appreciated! Miriam is an angel and the sweetest lady ever! Such a great experience! Cant wait to go back and see more of Costa Rica and see Laurie & Miriam again!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jan 2023

Rebecca

Laurie was very kind and welcoming and made sure to give instructions in advance how to get here from the airport. The room was clean and had everything we needed with access to a lovely balcony. Miriam is a wonderful cook and made an excellent breakfast the next morning. A menagerie of friendly pets also welcomed us.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2022

Irena

We only stayed one night at the Cariari b&b before flying back to United States, we had a great fun time there. Laurie, the lady that manages this place is remarkable, she can help you with any questions you have about the area, the food and activities and about Costa Rica in general. Miriam is Laurie’s sidekick is also very helpful. The b&b location is perfect, close to a plaza with several restaurants, and also very convenient to the airport and rental car places. The happy hour with beer and wine and snacks was a nice surprise and the breakfast was very very tasty and filling. If you are looking for a place in San Jose that is also in a close proximity to the airport, do not hesitate and book Cariari Bed and Breakfast.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2022

Marshall

Hospitality and Charm!

Our family of five had an absolutely wonderful stay here - The hospitality was above and beyond and the property is beautiful. Laurie and Miriam are wonderful hosts. Miriam made the worlds best pineapple pancakes for breakfast and we had such lovely conversation with the hosts. My three kids loved their sweet dogs and parrot. Thank you for the incredible hospitality!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2022

Lisa

Ever find a place you want to schedule a entire vacation around? Well, this is one of those places. Everything was better than imagined! The home, family, staff and fury friends made for a memorable stay. We can’t wait to journey back to Costa Rica just so we can stay here again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2022

russell

I was kindly welcomed on my arrival and they went above and beyond to accommodate every request. They customized my breakfast each morning and it was delicious.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2022

Julia

The perfect end to my trip

What a gem! Laurie was an incredible hostess for my very short stay. I was traveling as a solo female and she even insisted on going out to dinner with me as I arrived late and wasn’t familiar with the area. If you’re an animal lover you will enjoy her sweet pups and kitty. I would absolutely recommend a stay here to anyone, it really feels like a home away from home. I was sent off for my very early flight in the morning with some fresh coffee and the most amazing banana bread packed up to go for me by Miriam. Stay here, you won’t regret it!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2019

Richard

We ended a perfect vacation at this perfect B&B.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

I chose this bed and breakfast because I wanted something that had the look and feel of a typical Costa Rican home and yet amenities of a hotel. Laurie arranged transportation for us from the airport to the bed and breakfast. Mariam prepared a delicious typical Costa Rican breakfast for us the next morning. We even had some homemade pepper jelly made by Laurie. Laurie was instrumental in making our Costa Rican vacation so wonderful. She went above and beyond in making arrangements for us to see this beautiful country. What an adventure!

8/10

Excellent

08 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

Very pleasant stay. Laurie and staff were very helpful and friendly.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2015

Verified traveler

Worth it!

My boyfriend, his two kids and myself stayed here for two nights last week. Laurie was wonderful in setting up a tour and having activities ready for us. The breakfasts were great (the only place we got to eat bacon). The house is nice and has a unique story behind it. I suggest you sit down and have a chat with Laurie, she is quite fascinating. The neighbors are nice and so are the dogs. We all felt safe and at home.

Two things that were potential issues: shower temperature is finicky if you don't read the instructions, and the same goes for the toilet. However, throughout our stay in Costa Rica, this seems to be the norm. Just read the instructions that are posted. :)

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jan 2015

francene

Laurie's B&B - Cariari

What an amazing place, the owner Laurie is a gracious, charming and caring person ...was a pleasure to get to know her and she is a new friend for our future... if considering staying there, call her first to confirm and more importantly to get exact directions to her house

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Dec 2014

Erik

Hostess With The Mostess

We're newlyweds and we spent a night with Laurie in her home in order to stay closer to the airport as we had an early flight the next day. We were hoping for more personality than you'd get with the Marriotts and Hiltons, and we were not disappointed. We arrived early and were welcomed right in, whisked to the back patio to enjoy breakfast (bagels, cinnamon bread, banana bread, fruit spread, eggs, rice and beans, coffee, juice), all made on the fly by the wonderful cooks Laurie and Miriam (<great ladies!). Their hospitality was wonderful, the food was great, the conversation genuine and open; most importantly it felt more like we were staying with old friends rather than it just being a business arrangement. Laurie is a character in the best way and welcomes everyone, you'd be blessed to meet her at least once in your life. Stay there while you can, Laurie may not be at this forever. It's hard work to offer such hospitality out of your own home day in and day out.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2014

Verified traveler

Lovely Home near San Jose Airport

The Cariari B&B is located in a lovely residential neighborhood between the San Jose airport and the downtown core. It's easy to get to from SJO (12 minutes by taxi!) and a lot nicer place than the sterile, boring chain hotels around the airport. The innkeeper, Laurie, is a delight. She knows San Jose and Costa Rica well and can dole out lots of very helpful travel tips. Her beautiful home is clean and comfortable and quiet. It's right next to the Cariari golf course which makes for a pretty early-morning walk. The home has a second-story deck that is perfect for an evening of snacks and a glass of wine. Oh, and breakfast is delish, too! I heartily recommend this B&B for a stopover in San Jose or for a longer stay.

4/10

Poor

26 May 2014

Verified traveler

Would NOT recommend

Extremely rude host. Pricing is completely different from what's listed. We arrived at 11 PM and had yet to get dinner, when we asked for a dinner restaurant to go to to quench our hunger Laurie responded sharply just eat the peanuts upstairs as she did not want to have to wait for us to come back. We had to pay for THEIR taxi service to take us to the hotel. Laurie would NOT allow us to lock our door despite over $5K in valuables. Laurie was hostile, rude and extremely unprofessional.

4/10

Poor

09 Dec 2013

Verified traveler

ok- expensive for what you get

close to restraunts and 10 minutes from aiport- but not much privacy- small rooms- and a bit pricy for what you get. the outside balcany was very nice- and lori the owner offered us wine on arrival which was nice- but her 4 dogs barked all night and we heard fireworks for an hour when we were there (unforseen circumstances). nice place to stay if your looking for b and b but if you want your own space, privacy, choose hampton inn or holiday inn closer to the airport- this b and b did not offer free shuttle service which is says - so just be prepared to pay for a taxi

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2013

Verified traveler

Home away from home

This is a lovely B&B run by the fabulous Laurie. She welcomed us into her home as if old friends and we were only staying one night. Situated between the two San Jose airports it's perfect for one night stopovers or longer stays. The en-suite room was conformtable and nicely decorated - unfortunately we din't get to sample the full breakfast due to a very early departure but the banana bread we were packed of with was delicious. We loved it!

Of course if you prefer to stay in corporate places and not speak to the staff, this is not the place for you!!

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jan 2013

Raul

Great B&B Experience

Had a wonderful and friendly stay!
The breakfast was superb and the room super comfortable.

8/10

Excellent

07 Jan 2013

Verified traveler

perfect location

I recently stayed at the Cariari B&B for eleven days whilst having dental work. The location is perfect for any activities in the Central Valley or traveling to either coast. The residential area is beautiful and safe for exploring and enjoying local restaurants. I had a temporary membership (included with B&B ) to the Cariari Golf and Country Club at which I spent time working out, swimming and playing golf. The breakfeast was exceptional...not your typical beans , rice and eggs. Home made breads, muffins etc. One morning we had eleven different kinds of fruits , three I had never seen before. The rooms are comfortable and clean. Most importantly Laurie ,Manuel and Erica are incredible hosts. They were very accomidating and helpful. They really did make me feel at home. I have been a visitor to Costa Rica for forty years and I have never had accommidation like I experienced at the Cariari B&B. Thank you so much Laurie

8/10

Excellent

19 Apr 2011

Verified traveler

Exceptional hospitality

The lovely setting was made special by the warm welcome that we were given by Laurie. She made us feel like family, in addition to being a rich resource for all aspects of visiting Costa Rica. The rooms were clean and comfortable; the was food delicious. Pick up and delivery to the airport was handled with precision.

8/10

Excellent

31 Jan 2011

Verified traveler

Wonderful Vacation

We had a great time in Costa Rica made even more enjoyable by our fine stay at this B&B and the friendly and helpful folks who run it. The breakfasts were superb, the accommodations were great and they faciltated or provided excellent trips to local and distant tourist destinations. Our Spanish is quite limited but we had no difficulty communicating at the B&B and were able to maintain home contacts via the WIFI internet connections. We'd return in a heartbeat and know that we'd be welcomed as friends. The location abuts one of Costa Rica's best golf courses which we had the good fortune to play. It exceeded our expectations on all fronts. Ray & Louise

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2009

Verified traveler

Wonderful

My husband and I stayed here the night we arrived and the night we departed Costa Rica. The facility is beautiful and well kept. The owner was friendly, knowledgable, and very helpful in helping us organize some last minute travel plans. The breakfast served was one of a kind, absolutley outstanding. I would highly reccomend this B&B.

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jan 2025

PHILIPPE

Nice spacious room, extended breakfast . People very nice.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2023

Pierre

This is perfect !

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2021

Verified traveler

Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Haus hat eine schöne offene und helle Aufteilung mit Wendeltreppe. Das Zimmer ist geräumig und gemütlich eingerichtet. Vom Zimmer kommt man direkt in das ebenfalls große geräumige Bad. Zum Wohlfühlen.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

10 Feb 2021

EDUARDO

Excelente

Excelente lugar. Seguro y limpio. Muy buena ubicación, su personal muy atento

Business

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2019

EMMANUEL