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Villa Pacandé

2.5 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Superior Room | Balcony
Free daily continental breakfast
Family Room | Bathroom
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
    RestaurantRestaurant
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly

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200 mts Norte del Puente de Itiquis, San Isidro, Alajuela
  • Popular LocationCentral Market Alajuela6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCity Mall7 min drive
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)8 min drive
  • Popular LocationOjo de Agua Spa Park14 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Our room was very spacious and on the first floor. We even had a balcony at the other end of the room. The pool was smal...
Rosanne
Apr 28, 2023
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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
14 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
14 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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14 bedrooms, premium bedding, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
14 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
14 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
14 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
14 bathrooms
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Room | Balcony

Family Room

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
14 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
14 bathrooms
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Classic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View, Ground Floor

Classic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Garden View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
14 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
14 bathrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Mountain View

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Mountain View

Highlights

Soundproofed
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
14 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
14 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

San Isidro

Villa Pacandé is located in San Isidro. Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Avenida Escazú Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Poás Volcano National Park and Sabana Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica, or consider a night out at Parque Viva.
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What's nearby

  • Central Market Alajuela - 6 min drive
  • City Mall - 7 min drive
  • Hacienda Alsacia - 11 min drive
  • Ojo de Agua Spa Park - 14 min drive
  • Plaza Real Cariari - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 14 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pipos Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dragón Dorado - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Manudito - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mirador Del Valle - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Mirador - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Villa Pacandé

Property highlights
Free continental breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Villa Pacandé. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and a computer station
  • Concierge services, luggage storage and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Villa Pacandé include comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
More amenities include:
  • 14 bathrooms with free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

Catalan, English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 14 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
5 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per vehicle
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Villa Pacandé B&B Alajuela
Villa Pacandé Alajuela
San Isidro Villa Pacandé Bed & breakfast
Villa Pacandé B&B San Isidro
Villa Pacandé San Isidro
Bed & breakfast Villa Pacandé San Isidro
Bed & breakfast Villa Pacandé
Villa Pacandé B&B
San Isidro Villa Pacande
Villa Pacandé San Isidro
Villa Pacandé Bed & breakfast
Villa Pacandé Bed & breakfast San Isidro

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Pacandé have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Villa Pacandé pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows pets (limit 5 total).

How much is parking at Villa Pacandé?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Pacandé?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Villa Pacandé?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 15 (subject to availability).

Does Villa Pacandé provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 15 per vehicle applies.

Where is Villa Pacandé located?

Situated in San Isidro, this bed & breakfast is within 3 miles (5 km) of Central Park, Alajuela Cathedral and Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto. Juan Santamaria Historical Museum and Juan Santamaría Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Villa Pacandé Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 57 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Lovely Mountain Setting
Our room was very spacious and on the first floor. We even had a balcony at the other end of the room. The pool was small and a disabled person in our party could not get in it because there were no handrails. The setting was up in the mountains north of Alajuela and the air was fresh at night. We will return to this hotel because it is not far from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kelly

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property is generally run down and not very clean.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very peaceful, however the breakfast was not buffet as indicated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

wiliam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
STEER CLEAR and RUN, DON"T WALK AWAY
Absolute worst experience I've had in thirty years! Booked a "family" room that showed a king, double and a twin....arrived at 11pm to find a dormitory room w bunks(w double on bottom) down a dingy hallway. When I complained there was a VERY ugly exchange w a second man obviously there for muscle....warning me to be careful or else.....Needless to say, we left....and booked a true family room at Rosa de las Americas.....clean, comfortable and SAFE
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable, and convenient location
We were a group of family & friends travelling together and this was a great find for us to be able to get clean, comfortable, safe, and affordable rooms at the same property during the high season. It is conveniently located between sought after tourist locations (like Poas and La Paz, etc), but still in town. We appreciated the restaurant & bar so we could relax after a day of sightseeing back at our property. Wifi is a struggle in general in CR because of the volcanic mountains, but our connection here was one our better experiences for bandwidth and speed. The photos are of nearby attractions like la Paz and Poas. Last, I am unclear if they can accommodate all the time, but they even let us leave our luggage while sightseeing after our checkout so we didn't have to worry about our rental car getting broken into! This staff and property were one of our favorite stays.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good price!
Stayed overnight because I needed to be close to airport. The price was great for what you get. Owner went above and beyond for us.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Maubrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great customer service
I was very impressed with the people that were in charge. Would definitely recommend this place to all my friends.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
We were there over night. We paid an uber to drive us there. It was around $5. We didn't stay long, so I can't say much. Great service though.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Arg, Oakland, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price, you get what you pay for
Great price if you're just looking for a place to spend the night in. Super close to the Poas Volcano, only 50 min away from downtown San Jose, the receptionists are super friendly. The guy who works the night shift helped us out a lot. We checked out at 3 30 am, he even came to knock on our door at 3 10 am to make sure we were awake so we wouldn't miss our flight. WiFi worked great Room and hotel are kept clean No AC in our room but they have nice weather all year round sof you don't need it. Hot water worked No TV, unless you reserve a room with TV. No pool I would stay there if I ever go back and I do recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fraud on my credit card by the hotel
Hi, I'm a Canadian tourist on vacations with my wife. The hotel owner charged my credit card for unauthorized transactions. I had to disclose everything to the master card fraud department and it is under investigation.

2/10 Terrible

JAY

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location but Dirty Rooms and Dirty Coffee Cup
+ Good quiet location - Shower does not drain and water accumolates - Breakfeast cups are not washed properly and are dirty - Coffee was horrible and luke warm coffee

10/10 Excellent

Adam, Miami, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful owner/manager, pleasant rural setting
First off, let me recommend, to any and all travelers, that they AVOID entry to Costa Rica at all costs. I have been to more than 80 countries, and found, during my short visits, that Costa Ricans are consistently devious and difficult to deal with. There is a tremendous amount of theft and petty crime which I've never experienced anywhere else in the world. Nevertheless, if you MUST be in Costa Rica, as I had to be for a brief 20 hour transit from Guatemala to Panama, then you can't do better than Villa Pacande. The key is that the owners are not Costa Rican but from Spain, and they are helpful, really going out of their way to ensure comfort and a pleasant stay for guests. Unfortunately, my rental car was broken into while parked in San Jose, but Mark, the manager of Villa Pacande, lent a hand in getting my life back in order by allowing me to use the computer at the hotel and providing transportation to the airport. He also assisted a Canadian couple that was staying at Villa Pacande, victims of a separate robbery on the same day. Besides Mark's generally great attitude, the rural setting is beautiful, peaceful, and, best of all, close to the airport so that you can escape from the Costa Rican people as soon as possible. The dog, Luna, is one of the best behaved animals I have ever come across. Rooms are comfortable, although Air Conditioning would be a plus, however for most people it isn't necessary since the altitude and location away from the city ensure cool nights.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value
Stayed a night here before flying out of airport. Very good value, great staff, comfortable bed and we would definitely stay here again.

8/10 Good

Gary, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Marc at the front desk was very helpful. The email reaction time was within minutes. This is a great hotel for backpackers and younger travelers. The restaurant in the courtyard was convenient. Very nice people.

4/10 Poor

Bradford, Good option close to the park

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lots of potential BUT lacking in cleanliness
The Good Nice staff Hot shower Close to downtown Alajuela Sitting area and chairs outside room Green space On site restaurant The Bad - which carries more weight than the good in this case Stain on pillowcase Dirty dishes as breakfast Nice but smelly dog Cat hair on furniture in common areas Poor drainage in shower (builds to ankle deep when showering)

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for the price
The place is good for the price you pay. Kind of backpacking place

10/10 Excellent

joanna, Bournemouty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will definitely stay again
This was our second stay here and we will definitely come back again. Great rooms-large comfy beds & very welcoming atmosphere. Helpful and friendly people.

10/10 Excellent

joanna, Planet Earth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay-Comfortable beds Helpful & Welcoming
We had a comfortable relaxed stay at Villa Pacande after our flight. It is very chilled and welcoming. Good ok, unlimited coffee & hot water for tea all day. Marc is very helpful for information from anything to bus routes, itinerary ideas and car hire. Adrian behind the bar (and chef) is also great.. Unfortunately Alueija itself is not so great but has shops & us close to the airport..

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming Owners, Peaceful Location
Very friendly owners, two playful cats and one sleepy dog. They served fresh fruit and coffee for breakfast, the room had a tv and private bathroom, the towels were free, and there were rocking chairs and outdoor seating areas. I'd go there again!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect host
The diner Was so good! The host did everything for us and gave us a lot of tips and advice for our travel. The Room Was very basic, has to be refresh and not that clean.

10/10 Excellent

tiffany, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely grounds, clean room and very relaxed hotel!
Only stayed one night before our flight out if San Jose. Room and property was clean and in a convenient location. The manager was extremely helpful, friendly and made our stay extremely pleasant. For the price, it was a great find. I would recommend this hotel to any budget travelor!

6/10 Okay

murjoe, Harrison mill b.c

Disliked: Room comfort
Out of the mainstream
The place was passable but a far cry from 3 star at best 1star and over nite to or from airport but not easy to find.l found better places in town less money and more user friendly

8/10 Good

Luminita

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly stuff and very helpful!!!