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Hotel Pibi Boreal

3.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel on river in Desamparados

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Near Plaza Real Alajuela, Hotel Pibi Boreal offers a charming escape with full breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and WiFi. Unwind in the garden or take advantage of laundry facilities; multilingual staff are happy to assist during your stay.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free airport pick-up
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Highlights

Individually decorated
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle el Comun, Rosales, Desemparados, Desamparados, Provincia de Alajuela, 20110

What's nearby

  • Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm - 10 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto - 12 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 13 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Plaza Real Alajuela - 13 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 14 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 20 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 42 min drive
  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 28 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 29 min drive
  • San Jose Fercori Station - 29 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Marisquería Bethel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Los Herra - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bar Restaurante Caribbean - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dragón Dorado - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Hotel Pibi Boreal

When visiting Desamparados, Hotel Pibi Boreal is a great choice to consider. Free perks include WiFi, an airport shuttle, and full breakfast daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in 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
    • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (2 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2018
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Mosquito nets
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 31 2025 to January 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID - 3102765133

Also known as

Hotel Pibi Boreal Alajuela
Pibi Boreal Alajuela
Pibi Boreal
Hotel Pibi Boreal Hotel
Hotel Pibi Boreal Desamparados
Hotel Pibi Boreal Hotel Desamparados

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Pibi Boreal currently open?

This property is closed from December 31 2025 to January 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Hotel Pibi Boreal offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Pibi Boreal does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Pibi Boreal?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Pibi Boreal?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Pibi Boreal?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Pibi Boreal?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Pibi Boreal?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta Heredia (15-min drive) and Casino Fiesta (29-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Pibi Boreal and nearby?

Hotel Pibi Boreal has a garden.

What's the area around Hotel Pibi Boreal like?

Hotel Pibi Boreal is located by the river. Popular attractions include Sabana Park, which is 25 minutes away by car.

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Reviews

Hotel Pibi Boreal Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with options like fresh croissants, Costa Rican pineapple, and delivered to rooms or enjoyed on the balcony. (69 reviews)
  • The property offers a convenient and punctual airport shuttle service, with many guests appreciating the timely and courteous transfers. (22 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Breakfast
Airport
Room
View
Family friendly
Balcony
Service staff
Trees
Forests
Bed

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great communication great food
Luke, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Tawnya, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Adriana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing and very helpful. The location was beautiful and the room was clean.
BRANDI, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We can fully recommend the place!
Corinna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was bread and fruit.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast
Erik-Frank, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Dan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely and friendly place close enough to airport.Bonus was to see a sloth there on our first day!
Dimple, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely gorgeous property, owners are very kind and friendly. There is an abundance of wildlife right off your deck! Would definitely recommend this place!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great family-owned hotel with lovely hosts!
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just perfect!
Amelie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful service, pick up from airport, quiet beautiful location
Ramon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect. The property owners are a delight. The property is beautiful. Breakfast was wonderful.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here our first as CBC Y night when arriving in Costa Rica
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property is absolutely stunning! The staff is wonderful. The place looks even better in person. I 100% recommend it.
Jacquelin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!

Great place to stay! Beautiful property, nice room, and super friendly and helpful owners!
Cordon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place with wonderful hosts. This place is a gem!
Jacob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hosts went out of their way to show us a nice time. The breakfast was wonderful and the grounds were beautiful!!!
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Transport to airport was spot on, we really appreciated!
Jean-Philippe, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy location to get to and not very far from the SJO Airport
kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel!
Antonio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, great hosts and wonderful breakfast!

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kurt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Its just a wonderful peaceful place.
Stefan, 2-night trip