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Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, within 21 miles of Poas National Park and 4 miles of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Hotel Pibi Boreal provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

M
Marjorie
From
United States
The hotel is a little bit away from the airport, but they offer a free pickup service and were very communicative. The car rental place delivered the car to us the next morning (for a small fee). The room was basic, but comfortable, especially as it was only a one night stay when we arrived in Costa rica. The owners are very nice, and it felt good to support a local business. Breakfast, delivered to our room, was good too,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
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$115
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Poas Paradise

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 6.4 miles from Poas National Park, Hotel Poas Paradise has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

B
Beatriz
From
Costa Rica
The views and the shower
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews
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$101.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 20 miles from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a...

M
Morrison
From
United States
It is convenient to the airport and is attached to the mall. The hotel itself is great. The staff is friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,468 reviews
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$125.46
1 night, 2 adults
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Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park, Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

K
Kimberly
From
United States
Clean, affordable and close to the airport
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,806 reviews
Price from
$118
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel 1915 INN & SUITES

Hotel in Alajuela

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.

A
Adam
From
United States
Very clean, great breakfast and super accomodating and friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,046 reviews
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$61.94
1 night, 2 adults
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Villa San Ignacio

Hotel in Alajuela

Offering an outdoor pool, tropical gardens and a restaurant, Villa San Ignacio is located just 5 mi from San José International Airport in Alajuela. Free WiFi access is available.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,641 reviews
Price from
$76.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel in Alajuela

Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites is located in Alajuela, just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaría International Airport.

E
Euphrin
From
United States
Rooms clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,229 reviews
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$47.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Mango Airport

Hotel in Alajuela

Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel Mango Airport is located in Alajuela, just a 2-minute drive from Juan Santamaria International Airport.

A
Anonymous
From
United States
Breakfast was great. Staff always friendly and accomodating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,293 reviews
Price from
$108.93
1 night, 2 adults
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Brillasol Airport Hotel

Hotel in Alajuela

- Brillasol Hotel offers comfortable and spacious rooms with garden views. Rooms offers A/C, TV, Private Bathroom with hot water and WI FI.

M
Medlin
From
United States
Close to airport
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,056 reviews
Price from
$110
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Hotel in Alajuela

Located just 0.9 mi 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,159 reviews
Price from
$118
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels located in the center of Alajuela

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,150 reviews

    Located 5 minutes’ walk from Juan Santamaría main square and 984 feet from Alajuela Market, Hotel Pacande B&B offers free WiFi throughout the premises.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

    Providing a garden, Apartamentos Ave del Paraíso features accommodations in Alajuela. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 835 reviews

    Hotel Cortez Azul is located in the center of Alajuela, 5 minutes’ drive from Costa Rica’s Juan Santamaria International Airport.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Offering a bar, Pinky s Place Alajuela City Airport Costa Rica offers accommodations in Alajuela.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, Hotel el Tucan Alajuela is located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park and a 13-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews

    Park View Hotel & Restaurant is located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park and a 13-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 684 reviews

    Located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park, ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,046 reviews

    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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Alajuela and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,229 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites is located in Alajuela, just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaría International Airport.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 512 reviews

    Located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park, Hotel Casa Tago has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews

    Sunrise by A-1 in Alajuela provides accommodations with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and a 24-hour front desk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews

    Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto offers accommodations in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park and a 5-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

  • Featuring a garden, Tico Airport B&B features accommodations in Alajuela. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,468 reviews

    Located in Alajuela, 20 miles from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,147 reviews

    Melrost Airport Bed & Breakfast is located in Alajuela, just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaría International Airport.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,806 reviews

    Located in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park, Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Budget hotels in Alajuela and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,521 reviews

    Backpackers Alajuela is a beautiful hostel located in Alajuela Town Center. It features free Wi-Fi, a on-site restaurant and a free shuttle service to the airport, a 5-minute drive away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

    Located in Alajuela and with Poas National Park reachable within 19 miles, Guesthouse Casa Lapa2 has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

    Offering a garden, Casa Mariana offers accommodations in Alajuela. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Acogedora y amplia habitación en La Tropicana is located in Alajuela, just 19 miles from Poas National Park and a 15-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Charming house 5 min airport with Ac offers accommodations in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park and 1.6 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Entire Cozy apartment for you, 5 min SJO Airport offers accommodations in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park and 1.9 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Don Carlos Place LOWER UNIT is a recently renovated apartment in Alajuela, near Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. Offering a garden, the property is located within 19 miles of Poas National Park.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    A recently renovated apartment, Apartamento offers accommodations in Alajuela. This apartment features free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi.

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What Guests Said About Alajuela:

  • 8.0

    Just a medium sized town with everything you need.

    Just a medium sized town with everything you need. There is a Wal Mart, Denny's and lots of other restaurants, stores and cafes. There is not a lot to see in the town for tourists, but it is easy to get into San Jose where you can get a bus to Jaco which has a great beach. You can walk into the town easily and it felt very safe, but I recommend taking the local bus. I would only go here to get to another place, but for a day or 2 it is a nice town to visit.
    Guest review by
    2020 Traveler
    United States
  • 2.0

    San Jose and the area around the airport doesn't have much...

    San Jose and the area around the airport doesn't have much to recommend it beyond getting in and out of the country. After driving around for two hours to see the highlights, we agreed we couldn't get out of the city fast enough. We ate at the Taj Mahal location near the hotel (had come highly recommended as we'd heard it was the best Indian food around and was an iconic location with peacocks walking around, etc), but the airport location is just an open air restaurant in a strip mall next door to a Starbucks.
    Guest review by
    BrownBearsCalifornia
    United States
  • 10.0

    Alajuela was central for us as we visited La Paz the first...

    Alajuela was central for us as we visited La Paz the first day and it was an easy drive back after hiking up and down to see the waterfall and gardens at La Paz. Served as a good jumping off point the next day for a visit to downtown Sam Jose, the National Theater, the museum and central market.
    Guest review by
    Haworth
  • 10.0

    Alajuela has everything I like in a city without much down...

    Alajuela has everything I like in a city without much down side. It's clean and safe with many markets, shops, malls, transportation options, green spaces and restaurants. It even has a large dance school.
    Guest review by
    Stanton
    United States
  • 6.0

    We spent 30 days in Costa Rica and loved it.

    We spent 30 days in Costa Rica and loved it. Alajuela was only for flying to and from Costa Rica. It has horrible traffic and nothing worth seeing that I know of. But its airport has better flight connections for us than Liberia airport. The airport itself is good, but getting in and out is a hassle!
    Guest review by
    Larry
    United States
  • 8.0

    We used Alajuela as a base location to launch the day trip...

    We used Alajuela as a base location to launch the day trip to Sarchi and Zarcero using a rental car, since our next outing was visiting friends south of San Juan. However, the heavy commuter traffic near Alajuela, SJO Airport, and San Juan adds 30-70 minutes (sometimes doubling travel times) at rush hours, plus choking exhaust. Two nights were enough near Alajuela. However, staying in Sarchi or Zarcero overnight instead would have been nicer; or an all-inclusive tour there would be most relaxing. For rides in Alajuela and San Juan, Uber is cheaper than taxi and is made secure by exchanged pin code. FYI: Car rental is surprisingly cheap and was well worthwhile for visiting Arenal and La Fortuna on our own schedule, nice for 5 nights (2.5 hours drive from Alejuela). A private shuttle to Arenal would be more relaxing than renting a car on the twisty mountain roads, but will cost significantly more than driving yourself.
    Guest review by
    Photoseeker
    United States

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  • Villa San Ignacio

    Alajuela
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,645 reviews
    The breakfast was hands down the best breakfast I had in Costa Rica. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we're cared and catered for. Special shoutout to the bartender Tomas, Jen (reception girl with the dog!) and Angie the waitress. Those people were beyond hospitable and they're the heart of the property. The restaurant is very underrated because we had some of the best food in San Jose right there. Folks staying usually ditch the hotel and go to eat outside, trust me, you have to try the food in their restaurant!!
    Guest review by
    Deem
    Canada

  • Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

    Alajuela
    From $60.49 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,229 reviews
    Excellent Location near airport (hotel paid for taxi) I my particular booking. Super clean hotel, roo.s are older outdated rooms- yet super clean, just needs updating. Amazing location, walkable Everywhere. Breakfast is good, enjoyed panini grill. Pool needs to circulate more often to be clearer. Excellent service, friendly staff.
    Guest review by
    Kristine
    Canada

  • Park View Hotel & Restaurant

    Alajuela
    From $96.05 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 550 reviews
    I chose Park View hotel because of its location and good price. I wasn't disappointed - it's a short taxi ride from the airport and was relatively cheap compared to many San Jose hotels. Although the staff didn't speak much English, we managed to understand each other. Breakfast was good and the staff were helpful.
    Guest review by
    Doug
    United Kingdom

  • Hotel Mango Airport

    Alajuela
    From $139.86 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,293 reviews
    Very close to the airport. Room was simple but comfortable for an evening arrival for an early morning flight. The staff were very helpful. It’s cheap compared to most of the hotels around. Uber Eats delivers if you don’t fancy the Italian restaurant on site.
    Guest review by
    Amy
    United Kingdom

  • Hotel Bristol Aeropuerto

    Alajuela
    From $101.70 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 547 reviews
    Convenient place to stay near airport . Nice pool and breakfast .
    Guest review by
    Diane
    United States

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