Viva Guest House

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.6

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Viva Guest House in San José offers recently renovated rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and city views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free toiletries. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a garden, free WiFi, lounge, shared kitchen, minimarket, outdoor seating area, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A continental breakfast is served with local specialities, warm dishes, juice, and fruits. The property staff and service support receive high ratings from guests. Convenient Location: Located 17 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport, the guest house is near attractions such as Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica (3.5 km) and Parque Diversiones (5 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Garden

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free private parking available on-site

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1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Hayley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We stayed here for the night as we flew into San Jose in the evening and needed a place to stay Until the morning for our travel onto Monteverde. So we were satisfied as the room was a decent size and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful....”
Tracey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was as described with a great bed, having the balcony was lovely too.”
Juliette
Belgium Belgium
“Clean and quiet, super friendly host, yummy breakfast. Thank you!”
Dávid
Slovakia Slovakia
“receptionist gave me breakfast a day before because i was leaving early”
Nouraaa
Canada Canada
“- Pei, Tani and Kyla were great and friendly! - the whole place smelled amazing and was spotless clean -hand soap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner provided - they made my last few days in Costa Rica super comfortable - security on the...”
Luis
Spain Spain
“Everything, but mostly the people who run it. They allow me to stay there until my flight, that it was in the late evening”
Nathalie
Canada Canada
“People are so friendly and respectful and helpful I really recommend this 200%”
Christine
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“Excellent guest house. Definitely worth the price. Breakfast was very good.”
Timea
Hungary Hungary
“Large room in a house in nice condition. Private garage parking. Balcony is a plus. Quiet neighbourhood. Close to the airport.”
Geoffrey
Canada Canada
“The staff were very welcoming. Price was excellent which included a great breakfast. Parking was very secure.”

Hosted by Xin Liu

9.7
Host review score
Xin Liu
Viva Guest House is a lovely charming bed and breakfast located in Rohrmoser San Jose Costa Rica, which is 5 km from San José City Centre. Close to National Stadium, La Sabana Park, 15 minute walk to the American Embassy. Many restaurants (Local food, mexican, italian, japanese, chinese, korean, latinamerican) and two shopping malls (Plaza Mayor and Plaza Rohrmoser) in 1 km. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the rooms offer wooden furniture, come with bed linen and towels, TV and fan. The breakfast is included. At Viva Guest House you will find comfort living area and also a lovely garden. Laundry on request. Use of kitchen and BBQ for long term guests. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 10 km away and a shuttle service can be arranged for an extra fee. The property offers free street parking.
I came to Costa Rica in 2012, at that time I was just a traveler, but when I arrived here on that September, I fell in love with the country right away. It was rainy season here in Costa Rica, The fresh air, all green in my eyes, the people always smiling, I know I find the right place to live ! So I went back to China, packing all my things, bringing my parents, also our three cats and a Golden Retriever, and here we are ! I love meeting people from different parts of the world so I am now hosting this place, I will do my best to make your stay as comfortable as possible! Here will be your home away from the home ! Anything that you need, just let me know. Enjoy your stay in Costa Rica ! Pura Vida !
Our neighbourhood is a very quiet community, with private guard in the corner, you will feel safe here. We also have 2 parks nearby, you will be surrounded by the fresh air and bird singing.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Chinese

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House rules

Viva Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Viva Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.