Pura Vida Hotel, Tambor (Alajuela)
Overview
Pura Vida Hotel Tambor is located around 25 minutes' stroll from Alajuelense Cultural Center, offering 6 rooms along with a sun deck, a sunbathing terrace, and a picnic area. The 4-star hotel is a good starting point for exploring Tambor, including Tuetal Sur, which is 0.4 miles away.
Location
The center of Tambor can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Juan Santamaria Historical Cultural Museum is a popular place to visit, located approximately 30 minutes by foot from the Pura Vida Tambor.
You can easily find the shady Alajuela Central Park 1.4 miles from the Tambor hotel.
For those traveling from afar, Juan Santamaria International airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Certain rooms have an adjoining terrace and a seating area for your convenience. Also, there is an individual safe, coffee/tea making machines provided. Bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and towels. Some rooms also have views of the patio.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Recommended for:
Explore Poás Volcano Crater
Drive within 0.5 miles of the active volcanic crater at Poás National Park. The hotel provides early breakfast for optimal morning visibility.
Tour Doka Coffee Plantation
Observe traditional water-based coffee processing methods at Doka Coffee, located 30 minutes from the hotel. Tours run hourly.
Kayak Sierpe River Mangroves
Paddle through mangrove forests with wildlife viewing opportunities. Arrange through Shelter from the Storm in Uvita with 4WD transport.
Visit La Paz Waterfalls
See multiple waterfalls along the road to Varablanca. Combine with Poás Volcano for a full day trip from the hotel.
Location
Convenient Location
Tambor's location offers access to La Paz Waterfall, the Souvenir Museum, and the Fountain of Liberty.
Tambor Neighborhood
Tambor is a quiet area known for its scenic shoreline and access to recreational activities at nearby Isla Tortuga.
Dining Options Nearby
Soda Tapia, Restaurante La Perla, and Mariscos El Bongo serve Costa Rican cuisine, seafood, and local specialties.
- City landmarks
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