Cariari Bed & Breakfast

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.9

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Cariari Bed & Breakfast in San Jose offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes a work desk, wardrobe, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy spa facilities, a sun terrace, water sports, and a lush garden. The property features a restaurant, bar, and outdoor fireplace. Additional amenities include a fitness centre, yoga classes, and a children’s playground. Delicious Dining: The restaurant serves Indian, American, Italian, Japanese, and other cuisines. Breakfast is highly praised for its variety and quality. Special dietary menus are available, including vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Convenient Location: Located 10 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport, the bed and breakfast is near attractions such as Parque Diversiones (7 km) and Poas National Park (40 km). Guests appreciate the friendly host and excellent connectivity.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • 2 restaurants
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Andy
Germany Germany
“Great host, great breakfast. Really felt comfortable... a nice start to our vacation in Costa Rica!”
Indiamarley
Spain Spain
“Everything - Laurie and Miriam are FABULOUS in every way. I felt like I was at home, or perhaps staying with a favourite aunt. It felt like home. And the breakfast, oh dear - it's a shared table (not great if you're not a morning person, but I...”
Wenqian
United States United States
“Cariari is the best choice for me and my friend. The environment is all perfect. The host helped us so much and invited us to join the Thanks Giving dinner. We feel we are not only a visitor, but also a part of the local community. I will...”
Arthur
United States United States
“Laurie’s B&B is super cute! Very convenient to the airport and downtown, gated and secure feeling, classy and spacious inside, large bathroom, great arrival snacks and breakfast, friendly dogs, and otherwise a great choice when landing late in SJO...”
Michael
Denmark Denmark
“A very nice and interesting house. Access to fine outdoor area. We were invited to a drink when we arrived. In the middle of the night we were served coffee, bread and exquisite banana cake before making our way to the airport.”
Desmedt
Belgium Belgium
“Laurie and her place are very warm and kind Just what I needed after San José”
Yonatan
Israel Israel
“Everything. Laurie and Miriyam where incredibly welcoming hosts, the best way to start our trip in Costa Rica. The space, the yard, the house animals and the breakfast all beyond expectation. Thank u !”
Pavel
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“The Cariari Bed & Breakfast is a charming abode that captures the essence of Costa Rican warmth. Greeting us with friendly faces, the staff left a lasting impression, especially Ms. Miriam, whose attentiveness stood out. Mornings were particularly...”
Maureen
Netherlands Netherlands
“It felt like a home away from home! The room was very comfortable and quiet. Our hostess was very friendly and very knowledgeable. The location is perfectly situated in a quiet neighborhood, but in walking distance to a number of good restaurants....”
Verena
Germany Germany
“Best hotel and breakfast during our 5 weeks in Costa Rica!! The house resembles like a lovely decorated private villa. Lourie and her maid Miriam are incredibly helpful, welcoming and inspiring. The rooms are cosy, very clean and elegantly...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
9 Rest. within walking distance
  • Cuisine
    American • Argentinian • Cantonese • Caribbean • Indian • Italian • Japanese • Mediterranean • Mexican • Middle Eastern • Vietnamese • Asian • International • Latin American
  • Dietary options
    Kosher • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Cariari Bed & Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 08:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 04:30 to 15:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
17+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$25 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 11:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that first night prepayment will be requested 1 week before the arrival by PayPal or bank transfer. Please contact the property in advance for more information using the contact details provided on your booking confirmation.

-One time charge only:

-Extra charge for pet cleaning service USD 25.00

Please note that special menu option will be p provided under request due to dietary needs

Please inform Cariari Bed & Breakfast 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.

Quiet hours are between 11:00:00 and 06:00:00.