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Hotel Pibi Boreal

San José / Central Valley · Costa Rica

Calle El Comun Rosales DesemparadosView location

9.8/10Excellent463 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service10.0/1010.0
Comfort9.8/109.8
Condition9.8/109.8
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Hotel Pibi Boreal

With a stay at Hotel Pibi Boreal in Alajuela, you'll be 3. 7 mi (6 km) from Plaza Real Alajuela and 4. 1 mi (6. 6 km) from Alajuela Cathedral. This hotel is 8. 5 mi (13. 7 km) from Zoo Ave and 10. 9 mi (17.

5 km) from Doka Estate. Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is complimentary (available 24 hours).

Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected.

Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

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Located in Desamparados, Hotel Pibi Boreal is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Plaza Real Alajuela and Alajuela Cathedral. This hotel is 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center and 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Hacienda Alsacia.

Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Children not allowed Events/parties not allowed Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions Guest will receive an email before arrival 48 hours Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Children 2 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 48 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • Tax ID - 3102765133
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Plaza Real Alajuela 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Juan Santamaría Park 6.4 km / 4 mi
Juan Santamaria Historical Museum 6.5 km / 4.1 mi
Central Park 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Alajuela Cathedral 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Central Market Alajuela 6.7 km / 4.2 mi
City Mall 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Casino Fiesta 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Museo de Cultura Popular 10.5 km / 6.5 mi
Plaza Real Cariari 10.7 km / 6.6 mi
Cariari Golf Course 10.8 km / 6.7 mi
Ultrapark Free Zone & Business Center 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
Global Park Free Zone and Business Park 11.1 km / 6.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 9
  • hotel
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Hotel safe
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Luggage room
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  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Upon availability

Room types

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  • QUADRUPLE MOUNTAIN VIEWQUADRUPLE • MOUNTAIN VIEWQUA.VN

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    Hotel Pibi Boreal

    QUADRUPLE MOUNTAIN VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    MOUNTAIN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.VN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hotel Pibi Boreal

9.8
Excellent
463 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
10.0 /10
Comfort
9.8 /10
Condition
9.8 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Camielle
Excellent attention, and the room and property were fantastic. Great beds and shower. You get exactly what is seen and described by the advertisement.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Eric
It's a wonderful place to stay. It's quiet and absolutely beautiful, and the couple is really welcoming and friendly.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Andy
Everyone was lovely at the stay, the garden and rooms are beautiful, and breakfast was quite a tasty way to start the day. It was an excellent stay and we would gladly return! They also offered a ride to the airport that we didn’t need, but it was very kind!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Katheryn
Hotel Pibi Boreal was the perfect place to stay after a long flight into San José, Costa Rica. The owners were incredibly friendly and made everything easy from start to finish.

One of the biggest conveniences was the transportation and car rental coordination. The hotel arranged our airport pickup, and they partner with a car rental agency that delivered our rental car directly to the hotel on the morning we checked out. At the end of our vacation, we stayed at the hotel again, returned the rental car there, and took the hotel's shuttle to the airport. The entire process was seamless and stress-free.

The breakfast was delicious, with plenty of fresh fruit and excellent Costa Rican coffee. The rooms were comfortable and clean, and if you prefer a firm mattress, you'll love the beds.
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
Harrison
Really awesome experience here. Incredible staff and place. One of the highlights of my trip! The host made me a meal before breakfast time even started and took me to the airport I highly recommend them!
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Christine
The best place to stay near SJO if you prefer a more nature-filled, boutique bed and breakfast experience than a run-of-the-mill airport hotel. They even remove the watermelon seeds in your breakfast fruit plate, served to your door as part of a beautiful breakfast tray. And I had at least 5 hummingbird sightings while eating said breakfast on my balcony!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Sheldon
Mathieu met us promptly and pleasantly with the shuttle
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2026
Laura
Beautiful property close to the airport. The hosts were very kind and welcoming.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
Joanne
Very close to airport car rental return. Perfect for the last night in Costa Rica 🇨🇷
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2026
Laurie
Our group of seven ladies spent one night at Hotel Pibi Boreal. It was wonderful!! The staff were very friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast was brought to our rooms, which was a nice. Each room had a patio overlooking the forest. We would definitely stay here again!!
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2026
Kathleen
Lovely, ample eco-friendly rooms in a tranquil setting. Large garden dips down into the forest. The staff (all family) are helpful and kind. Plan on 10-15 minutes on a tight curvy road to get to restaurants but the hotel location is worth it.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
Jeffrey
The owners were friendly and helpful, and we enjoyed our breakfast on the beautiful deck.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Feb 2026
Karin
Trevlig tillmötesgående personal och fina rum. Kommer gärna hit igen!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
Glyn
We only stayed for one night at the end of our trip to Costa Rica and we would have liked to stay longer, it is a lovely hotel and Nidia was very welcoming and helpful. It was very clean and had great garden to walk around. Breakfast was included and brought to our room. Thanks
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2026
Darcy
The owners were very helpful and room was clean
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2026
LEONIDAS
Room super clean. Beautiful garden. Super friendly staff. They drive us to the airport early in the morning
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2026
Sherri
The room was very clean. The staff were very courteous and they went out of their way to assist with anything we needed. The breakfast brought to our room was excellent!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2026
Hugo
Great owners and place
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2026
Marisa
Everything was lovely - location, beautiful garden with rainbow eucalyptus, breakfast on the balcony! The owners were the sweetest people and had excellent communication, ensuring everything was perfect! My only regret is that we only were there one night! Would definitely stay again!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2025
Eric
It was our second stay and Pibi took fantastic care of us again!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2025
Eric
Pibi is amazing between getting us at the airport, guiding us to great restaurants, and making us such a perfect breakfast each morning to have on our terrace.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2025
Leslee
Everything at Hotel Pibi Boreal was beautiful! A small neighborhood hotel at the end of the road the rooms overlook a beautiful jungle area. The owners were very welcoming and attentive with timely and courteous airport transfers - even at 4am. There was a minibar and in room coffee and I was even able to a get a warm sandwich since my travels meant I missed lunch.
With nice clean bedding and a wonderful balcony it was a beautiful stopover at the end of a wonderful week.
6/10
Pleasant
15 Nov 2025
Lisa
Quite basic and ‘tired’ looking rooms. Cold water only in the sink for hand washing. Tepid shower and thin towels- It felt a bit like going back to back packing in our youth. Pick up and drop off from and to the airport was a nice bonus. Good breakfast and coffee. Good priced beer. It’s away from any shops/restaurants although cheap uber ride to down town is $5. Or you can order u er eats but this also felt like being a student again!The driving and traffic is terrible so not as convenient a location as it first seems for a one night stay between flights. The garden was great with a chance for seeing more birds but the early checkout of 10am and a feeling given of being obliged to leave the property with no access to facilities like you get with other hotels made for a long day waiting for late over night flight home. On a positive note the owner was happy to keep our luggage and meet us down town with the car to take us to the airport which took an element of stress away. With hindsight we wouldn’t chose this location for a night between flights due to the above points in future but all part of the experience of travel
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2025
Martha
We stayed here on our last night in Costa Rica so we could be close to the airport. The family that runs this is so lovely. It's a quiet spot with a beautiful property. It was gorgeous waking up to one final view of the landscape through the giant single-pane window in the room. They recommended a great seafood spot in town for dinner and drove us to the airport in the morning.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
02 Nov 2025
Adriana
Clean room, nice hosts. I wish I had a better view from my balcony, other than the bushes. Also, maybe ham and eggs would have been a better alternative for breakfast. I never eat jam and butter.
Other than that, the place is very quiet and relatively close to the airport. I'd definitely stay here again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2025
Luke
Great communication great food
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2025
Ivo
French breakfast with croissant and fruits with coffee.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Aug 2025
Robert
Breakfast was bread and fruit.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2025
Liang

Excellent Stay – Highly Recommend!

I had a wonderful experience at Pibi Boreal hotel! The location is perfect—very close to the SJO airport, which made my travel so convenient. One of the best parts is the free shuttle service to and from the airport, which was punctual and easy to use.

The hotel itself is spotless. Every corner, even the tiniest area, was incredibly clean and well-maintained. It’s clear that cleanliness is a top priority here, and I really appreciated that.

Overall, this was a comfortable, stress-free stay. I will definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a clean, convenient place near the airport!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2025
Dan
Perfect spot for as we came into San Jose for our flight out the next day. The family is so kind, and it was nice to be 20 min out of the madness of a city after spending 2 weeks in amazing beaches and rain forests. Highly recommend!
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2025
Amelie
Just perfect!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2025
BRANDI
The staff was amazing and very helpful. The location was beautiful and the room was clean.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2025
Tawnya
Absolutely perfect little gem…we stayed the night before our international flight back home, and it was so convenient! I would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2025
MICHELLE
The host is very friendly and good recommendations for dinner. Had to even get them up super early to open the gate in the morning for us to leave.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2025
Elizabeth
Everything was perfect. The property owners are a delight. The property is beautiful. Breakfast was wonderful.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2025
Michelle
The service was amazing so personal and helpful. The room was clean and amazing. The only thing is the bed was firm which i am never a fan of getting.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
03 Jun 2025
Gemma
We arrived late and left early, but the owners were very helpful. They greeted us at our car with an umbrella, and provided a service of pizza and salad. The room was comfortable and a good size, and had everything you need. It’s out of the way but it was fine for us as we had a vehicle. We would consider staying again so that we could explore the property.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2025
Jacquelin
The property is absolutely stunning! The staff is wonderful.
The place looks even better in person. I 100% recommend it.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2025
Elizabeth
Absolutely gorgeous property, owners are very kind and friendly. There is an abundance of wildlife right off your deck! Would definitely recommend this place!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
08 May 2025
Verified traveler

Would be 4 stars if not for our particular issue

Fine for a one night stay before the airport. Really enjoyed the balcony and breakfast out there was nice. Unfortunately, the room was infested with ants. They were all over the bathroom and, most problematically, the beds. We did not eat inside the room and when we informed the owner she said maybe the previous guest had had food :/

I am fine with bugs here and there, but the bed is where I draw the line. And both were crawling with them.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2025
Kerry
Matt went above and beyond to not only make sure we had transportation from the airport to the hotel but he set us up with transportation to where we needed to go the next day. Seriously made my stay allllll that much more enjoyable and smooth sailing. Seriously couldn’t thank them enough. Even his kids are well mannered and helpful! Great family, and family business they have!
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2025
Amanda

Quick stay, blew us away

We only had the pleasure of staying for one night, everything from our complimentary hotel pickup and breakfast and the hotel’s gorgeous property was the perfect start to our trip. I really enjoyed the small, quiet and quaint atmosphere. You can tell Matthieu and his wife put a lot of love into hosting their guests. Would love to return and stay longer on our next trip!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2025
Christine

So glad I found this gem!

I'm so grateful I stayed here when I needed a hotel for 1 night before flying out of SJO. It felt like a continuation of my 2 weeks in the jungle/beach - away from the busyness of the city. The accommodations were great, the balcony looking right into the trees was a perfect spot to read, do some yoga/meditation and enjoy breakfast. I will definitely be staying here again next time I need a place near SJO and I highly recommend you do too. One note is they don't have a restaurant on site, so if you need dinner, pick something up along the way (which is what I did). There's a good sized refrigerator in the room to keep your items cold!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2025
Dimple
Lovely and friendly place close enough to airport.Bonus was to see a sloth there on our first day!
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2025
Stanislaw
Beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature,with forrest view and river below yet relatively close to the airport.Listen to birds singing,river water passing by and beautiful stars at night(no light pollution)..Super clean and modern room. Stayed three nights and really enjoyed,no tv or phone in room(no need) but wifi super.Hosts Nidia and Matthieu were super with their hospitality,they recommended places to visit and restaurants.Breakfast delivered daily to your door at the time you wish,free airport shuttle.Highly recommend to everybody.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2025
Kurt
We spent our last night of vacation at the Pibi Boreal. What a beautiful gem tucked into the hills above Alajuela!
Family owned and operated inn offering first class hospitality and accommodations.
We highly recommend and will always stay here in the future.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2025
Daniel
The hosts went out of their way to show us a nice time. The breakfast was wonderful and the grounds were beautiful!!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2025
Melissa
We stayed here our first as CBC Y night when arriving in Costa Rica
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2025
Donald
Family run BnB in exquisite forest/garden setting 15 min from airport. Enjoy costa rican coffee and french croissants on your balcony watching birds before you take off for airport. Family are wonderful hosts and offer one-way transport to/from airport.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2025
Lynnette

Great Location. Quiet & Peaceful. 20 min. for SJO

We were a group of 9 adults coming in to stay for one night before our morning flight out the next day. The hosts were very responsive and kind. They welcomed us and even picked us up from the rental car agency after dropping off our cars.

The balconies are really nice. We enjoyed sitting outside and relaxing on our last night in Costa Rica.

The next morning, we had a very early flight. Our host arranged for transportation for part of our group (since there were 9 of us with luggage) and shuttled us to the airport. His wife made warm croissants for us to take with us since we were leaving so early and missing breakfast.

We couldn't have asked for better hospitality.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
Rébecca
amazing location near the airport ! owners are really helpful and nice :) nice garden around , yummy breakfast on the terrace with a view
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Feb 2025
kevin
Easy location to get to and not very far from the SJO Airport
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2025
markelle
This place is beautiful! We arrived very late and the hosts were so kind and made sure we had a quick check in and breakfast at our selected time. the directions took us straight there. the property is stunning and it really feels like you are right in the jungle. I would recommend this to anyone who needs a place with airport accessibility but does not want to be in the city. we hope to return!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Feb 2025
Kimberly

Beautiful place, lovely people

I stayed one night before catching a flight out of San Jose. The property is beautiful, and the hosts Nidia and Michael are very welcoming and attentive. They speak multiple languages including Spanish, English, French and I believe German. The room was very clean, and had a balcony surrounded by flowers. A breakfast of fresh fruit, croissants, toast and jam, and tea was delivered to my room. In the morning, Michael drove me to the airport at no extra charge. There is a small fish pond and garden. The property itself is small and protected by a fence/gate. I wasn't there long enough to explore outside of the gate. Uber Eats delivers to the property. There is wifi, but no tv in the room. If you are looking for a peaceful place to stay fairly close to the airport, I highly recommend Hotel Pibi.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2025
Erika
Amazing room overlooking a great view. Owners were very friendly and helpful with providing information on things to do in the area and transport to the airport.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2025
Jeannine
We enjoyed being near the airport but away from the traffic and congestion. It was a treat to wake in the morning in the treetops, with breakfast on the balcony! The staff was very helpful as well.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
Jennica
We had a lovely stay at Pibi Boreal. The staff went out of their way to accommodate our early departure and we will definitely stay here again when we come to Costa Rica.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2025
Priscilla
What a beautiful and welcoming property! It is a secret hideaway in beautiful surroundings of greenery and flora.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2024
Ramon
Wonderful service, pick up from airport, quiet beautiful location
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
24 Dec 2024
Matthew
Stayed one nt after late for into SJO. Helped arrange airport xfer and stayed up until our arrival. Would describe the views as Garden View…well kept gardens
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Jacob
Beautiful place with wonderful hosts. This place is a gem!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
Kandice
A lovely spot to stay as you fly in or out of SJO. It is run by a wonderful family and friendly staff. The rooms are well designed, each with a private balcony. Quality textiles and plumbing fixtures. Breakfast is delivered to your door so you can enjoy eating out on the balcony. Be aware that sounds do travel well between rooms, we arrived late and I think it was likely that our neighbors would have been able to hear us walking around and speaking quietly. I would have loved to arrive earlier to explore the property gardens and just relax on the balcony. I hope to return someday!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2024
Carla
Lovely owners in a lovely setting.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Carrie
The couple that runs this place are both kind and helpful.
The grounds are lovely! If you're looking for a place to stay before or after the airport, it's a way to continue to get the beautiful nature offered by Costa Rica but still be very close to the airport (and a shuttle is provided!).
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2024
Stefan
Its just a wonderful peaceful place.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2024
Serrin
A spectacular setting and lovely family run business. Highly recommend
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2024
Leigh

Beautiful all-around!

Beautiful property and lovely family that runs it. Would highly recommend. And come back. Thank you so much for your hospitality.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2024
Emily
This family owned hotel is very convenient to the airport without feeling like you're right next to the airport. The grounds were beautiful and the owners were very kind. They let me check-in early and check-out later (I think also because I went during low season). They also provide one-way transport to or from the airport as well as a breakfast of coffee, fruit, toast, and jam.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Shannon

Beautiful room in the trees

This hotel is beautiful. The owners made sure our stay was perfect. They brought a breakfast at exactly the time we requested. Croissants, fruit, toast and coffee. The balcony overlooked a forest. And they shuttled us to the airport at 5:15AM! Highly recommend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2024
Symantha
It was my husband and I, first time visiting Costa Rica and it won't be our last. I would definitely recommend Hotel Pibi Boreal. It's a family owned hotel. You are treated very well from the time you get picked up. The property is a peaceful and tropical atmosphere. If that's
what you love then, this would definitely be the place. The best part of our stay is having breakfast delivered to my room every morning and sitting on the balcony and eating while listening to the tropical wildlife. Thanks to Mathieu, his wife and also Sebastian for making our birthday weekend special.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2024
Jessica
This place was beautiful and the owners were so nice and accommodating! Very much enjoyed our stay here and recommend it to anyone wanting the tranquility of a bed and breakfast in Costa Rica.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2024
Christine
Nidia and Mathieu are incredible hosts, who made our family feel welcome and comfortable during our one-night stay.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2024
Verified traveler

Nice place

nice place to stay after we got in late from our flight. Room was comfortable and breakfast was served to our door and we ate on the patio which was super relaxing. Great service, friendly staff. Felt very safe:)
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2024
Nancy
Amazing forest all around, you are in the trees. Sadly we were unable to stay for breakfast as we were there one night and had to leave very early for our flight. Great staff and great recommendations for dinner
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2024
Mohammed
Excellent location close to the airport and yet seemed like you were in a rural part. Nice nature path behind the hotel. Nice continental breakfast (fruits, croissants, toast, coffee). The owners Mathieu and Nidia are very helpful with suggestions of where to go and where to eat. Would definitely stay there again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2024
Gabriel

Quite and Clean

This place is quiet and clean plus the hotel keepers are super friendly and accommodating. Thank you for breakfast and hospitality.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2024
Sindy
Property had many many greeneries, which makes it beautiful. It was my first time in CR and the staff was super helpful making me feel less stress and safer. Next time I will definitely return to Pibi for a longer stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2024
Andrew
Lovely location SO convenient to the airport. Lovely hosts as well.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2024
Jennifer
We loved our stay here. The place was amazing. The hosts were so friendly and accommodating. Definitely recommend.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2024
Emma
Great family-owned hotel with lovely hosts!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2024
Matthew

Review of Pibi Boreal

The owners were very kind and helpful during our short stay in San José.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2024
Tara
This property is beautiful and quiet. It is about 15 minutes away from the airport. What makes it even more pleasant is the wonderful owners who make your stay comfortable and relaxed. The breakfast is great and they try their best to accommodate your needs. I definitely recommend Pibi boreal.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Jun 2024
Subha
The dining area on the balcony was comfortable for breakfast with a nice view of nature. Wish there was one chair for a family of 4.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2024
Jose
Very attentive, you feel like you are at home, I would recommend this place to everyone. I really enjoyed my stay.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2024
Ana
Tranquility, staff, views, close to the airport, service
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2024
Volker
Staff goes above and beyond
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2024
Jennifer
Waking up in the rainforest
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2024
Andy

Amazing hotel

This place is amazing. Also, the family running it are so friendly. They are great host’s delivering breakfast to our door each morning. The room was very large and very clean. It was also a very secure location with great views. I would highly recommend to others.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2024
Didier

Wonderful hotel

Wonderful place in an heaven garden,
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2024
Daniela
El hotel es lindísimo, sólo hay 5 cuartos con vistas hermosas, hay espacios muy lindos para caminar y el desayuno te lo llevan a la habitación para poderlo disfrutar en tu terraza privada.
Definitivamente lo recomiendo, Nidia y Mathieu son excelentes anfitriones.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2024
Nate

Great first night

The hosts were great.
Our flight was delayed and it was no issue in changing our pick up time.
Breakfast was a decent start to the day.
They also helped get us a taxi to our car rental, which was very speedy.
The beds were comfortable with plenty of space in the room.
Everything was very clean.
My only complaint, was that within minutes after arriving we received a messege to talk quieter. I did not see it until days later, as it was on whatsapp. However it was 945pm.
We were connecting with our friends from another state, so yes we were excited. We were in bed by 10pm.
I would suggest you list your quiet hours on your website to avoid any future negativity or disruption to other guests.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2024
Cordon

Great place to stay!

Great place to stay! Beautiful property, nice room, and super friendly and helpful owners!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2024
Jennifer
Clean and cozy room with a lovely deck overlooking the trees. Staff are very friendly and helpful. We appreciated that breakfast was included.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2024
Ian
We stayed here on our first night in Costa Rica. Check in was easy, the hosts were very pleasant, and the breakfast was great (I'll never complain about fresh croissants and Costa Rican pineapple). The rooms were very clean and well appointed. The view was amazing... My kids loved eating breakfast on the balcony. Amazing stay, and a great start to our vacation.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2024
Ketan
Very welcoming host and great property. Morning custom breakfast was nice, warm and sent to your room.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2024
John
Great breakfast and overlook!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2024
Joanne
Great place to stay the last night in Costa Rica 🇨🇷 close to the car rental return and airport. Safe, friendly owner (he speaks Spanish English & French), perfect lil breakfast before you travel home. I’ve stayed twice on my last night the last 2 trips and will stay there again my next trip.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2024
Calli

My son's good choice!

A perfect ending to our Costa Rican trip. Very friendly, helpful owners. Pibi Boreal is a peaceful hotel surrounded by nature. The rooms are simple elegance, functional and tastefully designed. The breakfast was delicious and served on a tray brought to our rooms.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2024
Cordon
Great place to stay! The owners are very friendly! Drove me to the airport and shared fun facts about Costa Rica. Beautiful grounds, with trees and nice scenery. Breakfast was great.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2024
Nathan

Beautiful setting!

Not hard to find. Very secluded and incredibly beautiful gardens and landscaping! Peaceful setting though jet traffic overhead was a bit noisy in the morning but not too bad. Hosts were extremely helpful and caring. Room basic but fully adequate and spotlessly clean. Private balcony and delicious breakfast delivered right to our door finished our stay perfectly. Would love to stay here again!
Partner

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Hotel Pibi Boreal
Calle El Comun Rosales Desemparados, Alajuela, Costa Rica

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