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Hotel Zima

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Quebradas Biological Center

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Reception
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views
Superior Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Pool

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200 mts norte 100 este de MacDonalds, Perez Zeledon, San Isidro de El General, San Jose, 11901
  • Place, Quebradas Biological Center
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Canaan Cheeses
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Samaritan Chocolate
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪92 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Junior Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

San Isidro de El General

Hotel Zima places you 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Quebradas Biological Center. This 3.5-star hotel has 37 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Quebradas Biological Center - 19 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Miravalles Cross - 19 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary - 22 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Canaan Cheeses - 22 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Samaritan Chocolate - 22 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gasolinera Coopeagri - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Santa Burguesa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Subway PZ - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Cascada - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zima

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Quebradas Biological Center
At Hotel Zima, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 200 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and concierge services. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in.
26-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and Tempur-Pedic beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Free newspapers, free local calls, and desks are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Steak y Pasta

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Skydiving

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,292 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2001
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Best Western Hotel Zima San Isidro de El General
Best Western Hotel Zima
Best Western Zima San Isidro de El General
Best Western Zima
BEST WESTERN Hotel Zima Costa Rica/San Isidro De El General
Hotel Zima Hotel
Best Western Hotel Zima
Hotel Zima San Isidro de El General
Hotel Zima Hotel San Isidro de El General

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Zima?

Hotel Zima offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hotel Zima?

This hotel is located in San Isidro de El General, close to Quebradas Biological Center, Miravalles Cross, and Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary. You'll also find Pencil and Pen Museum of Costa Rica nearby.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Zima?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Zima include a casino?

No, Hotel Zima doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Zima?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Zima?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Does Hotel Zima have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Zima feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Zima serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts at Steak y Pasta each morning.

Does Hotel Zima allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Zima.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Zima?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Hotel Zima?

The closest major airport to Hotel Zima is Quepos (XQP), which is about 29.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Zima?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Zima.

Reviews

Hotel Zima Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 139 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SETH, Jayess

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice hotel and the staff help make it outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice, with friendly staff and comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, MIDDLEBURG

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

SETH, Jayess

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Zima is a great place to stay in the center of San Isidro. Staff is very good and we will definitely consider staying here again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maripaz

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are run down. The floor had a giant dent. Our room was on the second floor and we were afraid the flooring would break and we would fall to the first floor. I am an architect and I could tell there was something wrong with the structure supporting the whole floor. If you walked you could hear the metal structure creaking and you could feel it tremble. We felt very unsafe. We had trouble sleeping, since the neighbors were running around you could hear and feel the whole floor and bed move. The tv was in pretty bad shape, had lines and dead pixels. When you showered you only had one minite of hot water. After one minute the water turned ice cold so you had to shut down the water and start running it again for the hot water to return for another minute. Overall the experience was awful. Thank goodness we only had to stay for one night. When telling the front desk manager about it he said no one has ever complained but I doubt it. Paying a $126 for that room is a scam. DO NOT STAY HERE.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value, central Perez Zeledon, newly updated rooms, reasonable prices, great staff. Will book there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will return!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Progresando en USA con Eduardo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maravilloso lugar. Con excelente personal y una exquisita comida.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Dinner and Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy for tired travelers. Everything we needed was there. Comfortable beds, clean rooms, nice bathroom. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Panya, Lincoln

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful local hotel! We loved staying there!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROGER

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Edwin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILSON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bien
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sonia, Cartago

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perez Zeledon has few hotel, I have had the opportunity to stay in Los Crestones and Hotel del Sur, those are OK. I wanted to level up and stay in the supposed Perez Zeledon Best Western. We paid for the more expensive room to get a king bed...This hotel is terrible, it has structural issues, you sit in the bet and it feels like the whole place is going to colapse, the shower is terrible, not very clean and the "hot" water comes and goes, you cannot take a 5 min shower without having to step out due to cold or very hot water. And... not only that, at midnight someone had a party in their room!! so I had to go to the reception to have the security people to go to shut this people up. We decided to leave due to the terrible experience currently dealing with the refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Harold

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The menu stated that fruit was included on any combination breakfast meal, but it was not.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivania

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I return to Zima for the garden beauty, kind service and fresh mountain air. The restaurant is outstanding and please enjoy some Zima pizza with a glass of red wine. Pura Vida
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth, Jacksonville Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

johan, Guapiles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What I like from this hotel is the nearest from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

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