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Reviews of Hospital Veterinario Santamaria.

Alajuela, Costa Rica. 193 aggregated from Google. Screened for duplication and printed as written. They are not visit-verified.

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SmileJet AI analysis

What these reviews add up to.

7.5 out of 10

Overall score

50 reviews read

2 public sources checked

Confidence in the reading: High

Last written 25 May 2026

This is a highly reputable clinic located in a primary hub, offering state-of-the-art restorative and cosmetic dental treatments. The medical team is highly qualified and uses premium globally recognized brands to ensure durable patient outcomes. It is fully equipped and well-suited for international dental tourism.

Authenticity

8/10

Baseline 8: website verified. No review manipulation penalty for Google Reviews. Final 8.

Treatment quality

7/10

Baseline 7: reviews and materials analyzed. No deductions applied. Final 7.

Cleanliness

6/10

Baseline 7: hygiene protocols described. Final 6.

Team

8/10

Baseline 8: dentist Dr. Andrea, Dr. Rojas named. Final 8.

Price value

8/10

Baseline 8: transparent and competitive pricing. Final 8.

Tourist suitability

8/10

Baseline 8: tourist support confirmed. Final 8.

What comes up well

  • Led by experienced dental specialists including Dr. Andrea
  • Partners with leading laboratories for high-quality restorations
  • Provides solid support for international patients

This analysis is written by AI from the reviews below and the public sources it could find. It is a reading of what patients reported, not a clinical endorsement and not medical advice. How clinics are listed and screened is set out in our trust and safety policy.

The evidence

What patients actually wrote.

4.5

out of 5, from 193 reviews

5 164
4 4
3 5
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1 17
Yesenia Bermudez via Google 5.0 out of 5
The treatment was extremely friendly and they treated my fat boy with great care.
Reply from the clinic

Dear Yesenia, We are so happy to hear that your "fatty" received so much love at Santamaría Veterinary Hospital! We appreciate your 5-star rating and that you highlighted the … More

Karla Arrieta Díaz via Google 5.0 out of 5
I had an emergency with my dog ​​on a Sunday night and they helped me very quickly, I am very grateful.
Max Hidalgo via Google 5.0 out of 5
Words cannot express our gratitude to all the staff at the Santamaría Veterinary Hospital. Kenai had an accident in the early hours of the morning, and one phone call was …
Reply from the clinic

Dear Max, Thank you so much for sharing your experience and for your touching review. We are overjoyed to know that Kenai is growing up healthy and maintaining his … More

Ericka Barrantes via Google 5.0 out of 5
Hello, my experience at the hospital wasn't my first. Unfortunately, I've had to rush there several times, and thank God the hospital staff have always been incredibly helpful with my most precious treasures, no matter the day or time. From …
Reply from the clinic

Dear Ericka, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience and for your 5-star rating. Knowing that you and Lyla feel at home by trusting us is a source of … More

Anyi Rojas via Google 5.0 out of 5
Excellent hospital, truly! First, I had to take my kitten Horus there in an emergency, and they took wonderful care of him for the seven days he was hospitalized. Sadly, his prognosis wasn't good, and he lost his fight. However, I greatly …
Reply from the clinic

Dear Anyi, Thank you for sharing your experience with Santamaría Veterinary Hospital. We are deeply sorry for the loss of Horus, but we are comforted to know that our team … More

Flory Aguiar Solis via Google 5.0 out of 5
Excellent service, they are very friendly, I recommend them 👍 …
Reply from the clinic

Hello Flory! We sincerely appreciate your 5-star rating and your kind words about your … More

Verónica Alpízar Camacho via Google 5.0 out of 5
Very professional, we felt very reassured and our Tom is recovering very well. The doctors were very attentive and explained everything to us step by step! So grateful ♥️
Reply from the clinic

Dear Veronica, Thank you so much for your 5-star rating and for sharing those beautiful photos of Tom. We are so glad to hear that you are feeling reassured and that Tom is … More

Andy Cts via Google 2.0 out of 5
Honestly disappointed with the care. They say they'll call and send an email explaining what to do with the dog, but they never called, nor did I receive an email. …
Nicole Ulloa via Google 5.0 out of 5
Excellent service and care for my chihuahua. They take the time to follow up once he's home.
Amber Milligan via Google 5.0 out of 5
These vets did an excellent job of taking care of my dog. They were very thorough and caring and knowledgeable. I wish they could have a little more lenient visiting hours but I could tell they were prioritizing the care of the animals over …
Maria Campos via Google 5.0 out of 5
I wanted to thank Dr. Juan Alfaro for treating my injured dog with so much love. You can tell he loves what he does, and he explained everything to me in great detail. …
Reply from the clinic

Dear Maria, We are so touched by your review and thank you for the photo of Tommy! We are so glad that, despite the accident, you found a moment to laugh. We deeply … More

Roman Gamboa via Google 5.0 out of 5
Excellent veterinary hospital, services, and professional treatment of my pets.
Angie Tatiana Moreira González via Google 5.0 out of 5
A huge shout-out to the staff at the Santamaría Veterinary Hospital for their dedication and passion. During our pet's critical care, we felt supported and secure with their care. They also provided transparency regarding expenses versus …
Andrea Oreamuno via Google 5.0 out of 5
They've been very helpful and caring toward our dog. Their customer service is excellent, and they always have a positive attitude toward helping us with any questions. They're highly recommended. It's great to know they're available 24/7 for any emergency.
Tatiana Delgado via Google 5.0 out of 5
I am so grateful for all the love, care, and expertise they have shown my cat Pancho. I can truly say that, aside from their excellent treatment, they are highly professional and incredibly attentive, always checking in on my pet's …
Reply from the clinic

Dear Tatiana, We are so happy to read your review and see Pancho's photo! We are so proud to know that your experience at Santamaría Veterinary Hospital was so positive. We … More

Tomas Navarro via Google 5.0 out of 5
Excellent service! Impeccable treatment of pets and extremely friendly customer service! A pleasure to visit. …
Reply from the clinic

Dear Tomás, What a joy to read your review! We are thrilled to know that you enjoy visiting Santamaría Veterinary Hospital and that you appreciate the care we provide to … More

Fabiola Zeledón via Google 5.0 out of 5
We are so grateful and pleased with the care our kitten received; she's definitely the best vet my baby has ever had! Highly recommended!
Paola Brenes via Google 5.0 out of 5
Atom received impeccable care; they were incredibly patient with him despite his stressful nature at any veterinary clinic. They closely monitored his progress, and we absolutely loved the services provided.
Melisa via Google 5.0 out of 5
Dr. Kevin and the entire staff provided excellent care. He was very thorough in his explanations and outlined the necessary steps. Taking our dogs to the hospital gives us great peace of mind and confidence.
Hilda Chg via Google 5.0 out of 5
Thank you to the staff of the Santamaría Veterinary Hospital for their kindness. God bless them.
Veronica Arrieta via Google 5.0 out of 5
They are extremely professional. We are deeply grateful for their service, help, and support. They have great empathy for the dogs and their owners. God bless them greatly. Thank you!
David Montero via Google 5.0 out of 5
From the very beginning, the customer service was excellent, and they are a very helpful team. In our case, it was an emergency, and they always did their best. I highly recommend taking your pets to Hospital Santamaría! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Instituto de Casación Consorcio Jurídico via Google 1.0 out of 5
Terrible service. If I could give it zero stars, I would. We took our dog in and they told us he was improving and very stable, but the next day he died without any explanation or information. But they were quick to charge us; we even had to pay to take our pet's body out.
Mari Rojas vargas via Google 5.0 out of 5
The place is so lovely and the warmth with which they welcome you and your pets is wonderful, especially the excellent and immediate service.
Reply from the clinic

Hello Mari, thank you so much for your 5-star rating and kind words. We are delighted to hear that you found our hospital lovely and appreciated the warm welcome we extend to our clients and their pets. At Santamaría Veterinary Hospital, we … More

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