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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel
Situated just 1.5 km from San Jose Airport, this modern hotel offers a free 24-hour airport shuttle, an outdoor pool and a gym. The bright rooms include free Wi-Fi and cable TV.
Hampton By Hilton San Jose Airport Costa Rica
Hampton Inn provides modern accommodation just 1,5 km from San Jose International Airport. It features a large pool and a gym, as well as free Wi-Fi and free airport transfers.
Villa San Ignacio
Offering an outdoor pool, tropical gardens and a restaurant, Villa San Ignacio is located just 8 km from San José International Airport in Alajuela. Free WiFi access is available.
Hotel 1915 INN & SUITES
Hotel 1915 Inn & Suites is a beautiful 20th century colonial home.Located just 5 minutes away from the Juan Santa Maria International Airport in Alajuela downtown.
Berlor Airport Inn
Airport Hotel Berlor is located just 2 km east of Juan Santamaría International Airport. It features an outdoor pool, free breakfast and colourful rooms with free Wi-Fi.
ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House
Situated in Alajuela City, less than 1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Hotel Robledal
Within 6 km of San José Airport, Hotel Robledal is a 30-minute drive from San José city centre. Set in gardens, it features rooms with balconies or terraces, and an outdoor swimming pool.
Hotel Aeropuerto
Surrounded by native trees and gardens, this hotel is next to Pan American Highway, 4 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport. It offers a pool and free airport shuttle.
Buena Vista Chic Hotel
Hotel Buena Vista offers a solar-heated outdoor pool, free airport transfers and panoramic views of the Poás, Barva and lrazú Volcanoes, Costa Rica’s Central Valley and the city of San José.
Hacienda Escondida 10min to Airport
Situated in Alajuela City, 31 km from Poas National Park, Hacienda Escondida 10min to Airport features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
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Alajuela City's best hotels with breakfast
Hotel Martino Spa and Resort
Hotel in Alajuela CityBreakfast options8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 550 reviewsThe Italian-style Club Martino Costa Rica is set in tropical gardens, 10 minutes’ drive from San José Airport. It offers an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and a spa with sauna and gym.
It was perfect for one night after a late arrival.
Buena Vista Chic Hotel
Hotel in Alajuela CityBreakfast options8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 357 reviewsHotel Buena Vista offers a solar-heated outdoor pool, free airport transfers and panoramic views of the Poás, Barva and lrazú Volcanoes, Costa Rica’s Central Valley and the city of San José.
The bed was so comfortable, good food and friendly people.
Hotel Bristol Aeropuerto
Hotel in Alajuela CityBreakfast options7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 502 reviewsSet in a renovated farmhouse, it offers an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, free breakfast. Accommodation is in rooms or villas.
Comfortable bed, nice sheets. Pool was nice, breakfast good.
El Parque Bed and Breakfast
Hotel in Alajuela CityBreakfast options7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 27 reviewsSet in Alajuela City, within 29 km of Poas National Park and 800 metres of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, El Parque Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a restaurant, and...
Nice location. Very clean. Needs a sign. I could not locate the property.
Hotel Santa Maria Inn
Hotel in Alajuela CityBreakfast options6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 80 reviewsLocated 30 minutes' drive from Poás Volcano National Park, Hotel Santa Maria Inn offers a free shuttle service to San José Airport, 10 minutes’ drive away.
La atension excelente , muy cerca del aeropuerto y muy tranquilo
Hotel y Restaurante Las Tablitas
Hotel in Alajuela CityBreakfast options9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 25 reviewsLocated in Alajuela City, 27 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel y Restaurante Las Tablitas provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
El tratto del personales muy amable, el super desayunos y el restaurante excelente
Brillasol Airport Hotel
Hotel in Alajuela CityBreakfast options8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,076 reviewsOffering an outdoor swimming pool and free Continental breakfast, Brillasol Airport Hotel is located 4 km from Alajuela city centre. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas.
Cozy and very familiar a good welcome 🙏 to Costa Rica
Hotel Robledal
Hotel in Alajuela CityBreakfast options8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 459 reviewsWithin 6 km of San José Airport, Hotel Robledal is a 30-minute drive from San José city centre. Set in gardens, it features rooms with balconies or terraces, and an outdoor swimming pool.
Great staff and good service. Amazing birds in grounds.
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8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 690 reviewsSituated in Alajuela City, less than 1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Pleasant and friendly staff. Clean. Good food. Great property.
8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 836 reviewsHotel 1915 Inn & Suites is a beautiful 20th century colonial home.Located just 5 minutes away from the Juan Santa Maria International Airport in Alajuela downtown.
It is a gorgeous hotel and the location is great. .
8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 475 reviewsLocated in the suburbs of Alajuela, this design hotel has an outdoor pool, a lush garden and private parking.
Excellent breakfast. Lovely chalet/room, very authentic.
Hotel Aeropuerto
Hotel in Alajuela CityCheap hotel8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 652 reviewsSurrounded by native trees and gardens, this hotel is next to Pan American Highway, 4 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport. It offers a pool and free airport shuttle.
Great location next to local brewery and restaurant
Berlor Airport Inn
Hotel in Alajuela CityCheap hotel8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 990 reviewsAirport Hotel Berlor is located just 2 km east of Juan Santamaría International Airport. It features an outdoor pool, free breakfast and colourful rooms with free Wi-Fi.
super friendly stuff, great atmosphere, awesome place!
7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 3,237 reviewsOffering an outdoor pool, Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites is located in Alajuela, just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaría International Airport.
Pleasant atmosphere, welcoming staff, very clean rooms.
6.3Scored 6.3PleasantRated pleasant· 629 reviewsHotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport is set in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park and 1.1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.
La ubicación y te dan el desayuno típico del país!!
7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 840 reviewsPark View Hotel & Restaurant is situated in Alajuela City, 8.1 km from Parque Viva and 16 km from Parque Diversiones.
A/c very good Food very good Wi-fi very good
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What guests said about Alajuela City:
- 8.0Scored 8.0
This is very close to SJO Airport.
This is very close to SJO Airport. Great for before or after flights for that reason (I stayed after and before flights). Alajuela street layout is easy to navigate. Tons of restaurants and shops in the vicinity.
FrankUnited States - 6.0Scored 6.0
I think most travelers would not spend more than two nights...
I think most travelers would not spend more than two nights in Alajuela- 1 inbound and 1 outbound. I spent 5+2 nights in Alajuela while I was getting ready for my family members' visits spread over a few days. Our "suburban" enclave was up-to-date with modern facilities, and close to Alajuela near the Freeway 1. The location where we stayed was "authentic" with a tiny super, a cute bakery, a soda, and the most delightful neighbors. I could almost stay to learn the language. :0
CarinUnited States - 10Scored 10
I stayed pretty close to a large shopping mall--just a few...
I stayed pretty close to a large shopping mall--just a few blocks away--so the restaurant options were great. I ate at "Mahalo"--great poke! The house is within a few miles of the airport, so getting there only cost 3 colones, and I took a Tuasa bus (for about two dollars) to get to Alajuela from downtown San Jose. The only "negative" is that there were traffic sounds, but they settled down when it got later. I would definitely stay in Alajuela again. I felt completely safe walking back alone at night after dinner.
Shannon - 8.0Scored 8.0
The area is fun and easy to get around.
The area is fun and easy to get around. There are many small stores, but no good supermarkets. TONS of cafes and fast food places, so getting something to eat is easy. I'd go there again, but there's not a ton to do unless you enjoy sitting in parks, which I do.GenesisCanada - 8.0Scored 8.0
I only walked around the immediate area of the hotel .
I only walked around the immediate area of the hotel . I had no need to explore the town as I had a demanding schedule upon arrival and prior to departure . This was just super convenient to the airport.MarcoPacoUnited States - 8.0Scored 8.0
It’s the best location to stay on your first night,...
It’s the best location to stay on your first night, especially if you arrive in the evening and don’t have an “all inclusive“ vacation booked; and best location for your last night in Costa Rica, due to the proximity to the airport. Be warned, the red taxis are really expensive and Uber drivers are allowed to drop you off at the airport, but are not allowed to pick you up from the airport. Most places that offer accommodation, also offer a pickup service from the airport. Take it. The closer to the airport, the cheaper they get; prices start at $5 and could get to $35, $40 US dollars , depending on the distance to the airport. Most rental cars offices are around the airport, so, look for a place to stay not too far away from the airport and one that offers drop off to a rental car office. If not, it’s always an Uber driver available. The closer to the airport, the better, for first and last night stay, because driving in the city could take a veeeeeery long time. If you have time, walk the streets of Alajuela, people are very friendly and ready to help. Be very careful, the water tranches along the pedestrian walkways, are very deep, and the holes on the uneven pavement are deep as well, but definitely go to the city’s fresh market; it is a very interesting experience. Make sure you calculate well the prices, from corones into dollars, lots of vendors will try to take advantage of you, if you don’t pay attention. You can pay in US dollars everywhere, except for buses (long distance or local buses); the dollar bills must be pristine, one little tear anywhere on the bill, will be refused. All in all is a nice city full of hustle and bustle, with lots of cars and people, with little parks with amazing trees, lots of perrots, delicious fresh fruits and gelatosAAnonymous
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- From € 51.22 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 3,237 reviewsGreat location. The beds were comfy and soft and clean. The cute balcony had outdoor grass carpet and was comfy with great views. The pool looked nice. We left too early to be able to participate in breakfast, but the space looked comfy and clean. Best part for me was a BATHTUB!! and the water was hot!!! Super for the weary traveler! The hotel gave us good recommendations for dinner and convenient store. The 4am shuttle was right on time. Very nice airport stop!AAnonymousGermany
- From € 45.01 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 1,004 reviewsWe stayed for the first 2 nights of our trip and the last night before leaving Costa Rica. The hotel staff were lovely and could not have been more helpful. The hotel location is very convenient for the airport and a central place for wandering around Alajuela, finding restaurants, etc. The garden dining area was a pleasant place to relax, and the breakfast was delicious (the best Gallo pinto of our trip).AlisonUnited Kingdom
- From € 37.51 per night9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 220 reviewsThe perfect place to stay in Alajuela ! This was the best hostel I made during my trip. The host is super nice and welcoming, she cooks delicious homemade breakfast, everything is super clean and confortable, and this place is in the centre of the city and 10 min away from the airport with a taxi ! I recommend this hostel to start or finish your trip in the most perfect conditions :)AnnaFrance
- From € 59.93 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 836 reviewsWonderful, kind and very helpful staff. My husband and I especially enjoyed their balanced and complete breakfast which was included in the price. As the name indicates, the hotel was built in 1915, and had a very cozy and interesting atmosphere. It was close to the center of the city of Alajuela, and conveniently it was only 2 1/2 miles from the international airport.KingUnited States
- From € 105.85 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 652 reviewsHotel Aeropuerto is the perfect stopping off place when you’re heading to or from the airport. Sure the rooms are dated and the facilities a little old school, but the lovely little pool is fantastic and the biggest surprise was the restaurant, el Dirigo. The delicious food and microbrewery beer and kombucha were quite frankly the best part of our short stay.SarahUnited States
- From € 33.91 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 1,010 reviewsVery nice garden where you can even spot colibris. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The hotel is in the center of Alajuela, close to the central market and the bus terminal, it is perfect for people arriving or departing from the airport. The breakfast is included and is tasty.MaximilianSwitzerland
- From € 142.93 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 3,745 reviewsClose to the airport. Comfy beds. Decent breakfast. Didn't try the pool so can't comment. Great if you need a night near the airport. Restaurant in hotel with limited menu. Denny's a matter of steps away, not the best meal we've had in Costa Rica but certainly the most expensive!
EleanorUnited Kingdom - 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 152 reviewsOwners treated myself and my kids like family. This is a no frills location - not your 5-star hotel with many amenities, but it has all the things that are needed, all is clean and tidy. Literally 5 min ride from/to airport, 5 mil colones by Uber. Best recommendations!MaksymCanada
- From € 25 per night9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 497 reviewsThis is the best place to stay in Alajuela, especially if you are arriving or leaving Costa Rica. This was the second time we have stayed there and we love it! The cats are the best and the hosts became our friends. Awesome kind people with a beautiful house.Rubí Contreras98Mexico
- From € 62.95 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 690 reviewsReally nice hotel in the middle of Alajuela. It is in an incredible old and beautiful house. Great garden at the back for breakfast. 5 minutes walk to the bus Station (to the airport or San José) and all shops are around the corner. Great staff!
GustavoSwitzerland - From € 93.56 per night9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 368 reviewsBest stay in Alajuela near San Jose airport. Great staff very attentive. They picked us up at the airport and transfer us to the destination. I woujldn´ tdoubt to stay here againRRubenSpain
- From € 59.93 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 836 reviewsPerfect Hotel if you just arrived in Alajuela/SJO and want to travel north/Poas/Catarata del Toro. They have a small gated parkinglot, rooms are small but have all you need.JonathanSwitzerland
- From € 51.22 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 3,237 reviewsI really Love everything in this Hotel. It's Always Like coming home and the Service ist great. Breakfast is lovely and pretty much best is the free Airport Shuttle
JuliaGermany - From € 82.52 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 990 reviewsFront desk lady was awesome. Best customer service we ever received in a hotel. We would recommend this hotel only because of he wonderful staff.CCliffordCosta Rica
- From € 118.77 per night8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 459 reviewsThis has got to be the best Airport Hotel ever, 4 miles 7 km from airport, regular free shuttle. The bird life in garden is amazing also.TheGladeUnited Kingdom
- 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 735 reviewsClose to the airport, clean room, lots of security. Cheaper than most other hotels I found near the airport. Shared kitchen available.
LauraMexico - From € 40.74 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 556 reviewsGreat location--near the airport, but cheaper and quieter than the hotels. Very friendly and accommodating staff.MckenzieUnited States
- From € 67.72 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 650 reviewsOwner was so nice and friendly. Perfect location near airport.TyUnited States
- From € 31.26 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 398 reviewsnear airport, very afforableKKateUnited States
- From € 142.93 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 3,745 reviewsNear airport.YigangUnited States
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