San Jose Airport Transfer: Private Van to Riu Hotels

Skip the taxi line and arrive refreshed with a driver who knows the route

Private transfer from San Jose Airport to Riu Hotels (or vice versa) in a comfortable, air-conditioned van with a bilingual driver, WiFi and bottled water included. The driver meets you in the hotel lobby or at the airport entrance at your agreed time. The journey takes approximately three and a half hours, with stops available for food, photos or tourist information. Choose between a van for 1–6 passengers or one for 7–10, depending on your group size.

The experience

You land at San Jose and need to reach your Riu Hotel without the hassle of negotiating with taxis or waiting for a shuttle. A bilingual driver in uniform meets you at the airport entrance (or in your hotel lobby for the return) at the time you've arranged. The van is new, climate-controlled, and equipped with WiFi and bottled water, so you can settle in and decompress after your flight or prepare for it on the way out. The driver handles your luggage and knows the route well enough to answer questions about Costa Rican geography, wildlife and culture if you want conversation, or to leave you in peace if you don't.

The drive itself runs roughly three and a half hours. Along the way, you can ask the driver to stop for a meal, a bathroom break, photos or any tourist information that would help you plan the rest of your trip. The driver drops you at the airport entrance or directly at your hotel, so there's no walking through a parking garage or waiting for a shuttle to circle back. The company has 14 years of experience, government tourism certification and all required permits and insurance in place.

What’s included

• Private transportation in a new, air-conditioned van.
• bilingual driver trained in customer service.
• WiFi on board.
• bottled water.
• luggage assistance.
• pickup at San Jose Airport or your Riu Hotel at your agreed time.

Options for this experience

2 options

1 to 6 passengersUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate transport, lasting 3 hours, with a water bottle; minivan; includes pickup

Group of 7 to 10 passengersUp to 10 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate transport, lasting 3 hours, with a water bottle; minivan; includes pickup

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Green Country Costa Rica

Is this one for you?Book the smaller van for direct service without intermediate pickups. Choose the larger van if your group wants to split the transportation cost.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can I make stops on the way to the airport or hotel?

Yes. The driver can stop for food, bathroom breaks, photos or tourist information during the journey. You set the stops based on what you need.

What's included in the van?

The van includes air conditioning, WiFi, bottled water and a professional bilingual driver. The driver also assists with your luggage.

How do I know which van size to book?

Choose the 1–6 passenger van if your group is smaller, or the 7–10 passenger van if you're traveling with a larger party. Both are private vehicles for your group only.

What happens if my flight is delayed or I need to change the pickup time?

Contact the company with your new arrival or departure time. The driver will adjust to meet you at the updated time you provide.