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Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel, 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.

8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
2,172 reviews
Price from$123per night
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela, hotel in Alajuela

A convenient stay at the favorite hotel for travelers with complimentary transportation to and from the Juan Santamaria International Airport. Surrounded by a variety of dining options.

8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,070 reviews
Price from$123.20per night
Hotel 1915 INN & SUITES, hotel in Alajuela

Hotel 1915 INN & SUITES is located in Alajuela and offers free WiFi and free private parking is available on site and is subject to availability.

8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
790 reviews
Price from$57.52per night
Brillasol Airport Hotel, hotel in Alajuela

Offering an outdoor swimming pool and free Continental breakfast, Brillasol Airport Hotel is located 2.5 mi from Alajuela city center. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all areas.

8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
1,051 reviews
Price from$89.25per night
ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House, hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela City, less than 0.6 mi from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House features accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a garden and a terrace.

8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
669 reviews
Price from$42.30per night
Hotel Martino Spa and Resort, hotel in Alajuela

The Italian-style Club Martino Costa Rica is in tropical gardens, a 10-minute drive from San José Airport. It has an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and a spa with sauna and gym.

8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
533 reviews
Price from$117.88per night
Hotel Robledal, hotel in Alajuela

Within 3.7 mi of San José Airport, Hotel Robledal is a 30-minute drive from San José city center. Set in gardens, it features rooms with balconies or terraces, and an outdoor swimming pool.

8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
441 reviews
Price from$114per night
Xandari Resort & Spa, hotel in Alajuela

Set amid a tropical forest and offering stunning mountain views, Xandari Resort features a spa village, yoga lessons, outdoor pools and hot tubs and 2.5 mi of natural trails.

9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
484 reviews
Price from$192.78per night
Hacienda Escondida 10min to Airport, hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park, Hacienda Escondida 10min to Airport has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
216 reviews
Price from$70.20per night
Hotel Bristol Aeropuerto, hotel in Alajuela

Set in a renovated farmhouse, it offers an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, free breakfast. Accommodations is in rooms or villas.

7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
493 reviews
Price from$72per night
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Alajuela's best hotels with breakfast

  • Hotel Martino Spa and Resort
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 533 reviews

    The Italian-style Club Martino Costa Rica is in tropical gardens, a 10-minute drive from San José Airport. It has 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
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 356 reviews

    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.

    The bed was so comfortable, good food and friendly people.

  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 441 reviews

    Within 3.7 mi of San José Airport, Hotel Robledal is a 30-minute drive from San José city center. Set in gardens, it features rooms with balconies or terraces, and an outdoor swimming pool.

    I love this hotel cute and welcoming . Lovely staff

  • Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 591 reviews

    Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport is located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park and a 13-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

    Me gustó mucho la ubicación en el centro de la ciudad

  • El Parque Bed and Breakfast
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 21 reviews

    Located in Alajuela, within 18 miles of Poas National Park and a 9-minute walk of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, El Parque Bed and Breakfast provides accommodations with a shared lounge and a...

    Nice location. Very clean. Needs a sign. I could not locate the property.

  • Hotel Santa Maria Inn
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 78 reviews

    Located 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 Pibi Boreal
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 428 reviews

    Located in Alajuela, Hotel Pibi Boreal offers a garden. The property is set 1.9 mi from Plaza Real Alajuela and Alajuela Cathedral & central park 2.2 mi. The property is 6.2 mi from Zoo Ave.

    Friendly & helpful for our onward journey. Great location overlooking lots of greenery, a little Oasis.

  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 258 reviews

    Surrounded by gardens, Hotel Vista Linda Montaña offers wonderful mountain views, free Wi-Fi and bright, colorful rooms with private bathrooms.

    good breakfast, clean room, nice and welcoming owner

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  • Hotel 1915 INN & SUITES
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 790 reviews

    Hotel 1915 INN & SUITES is located in Alajuela and offers free WiFi and free private parking is available on site and is subject to availability.

    It is a gorgeous hotel and the location is great. .

  • Hotel La Rosa de America
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 462 reviews

    Located in the suburbs of Alajuela, this design hotel has an outdoor pool, a lush garden and private parking.

    Staff is attentive and nice. Clean and comfortable.

  • Hotel Aeropuerto
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 654 reviews

    Surrounded by native trees and gardens, this hotel is next to Pan American Highway, 2.5 miles from Juan Santamaría International Airport. It offers a pool and free airport shuttle.

    Great location next to local brewery and restaurant

  • Berlor Airport Inn
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 970 reviews

    Airport Hotel Berlor is located just 1.2 mi east of Juan Santamaría International Airport. It features an outdoor pool, free breakfast and colorful rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    super friendly stuff, great atmosphere, awesome place!

  • Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,225 reviews

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

    Shuttle to airport, location, very friendly and helpful staff

  • Park View Hotel & Restaurant
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 834 reviews

    Park View Hotel & Restaurant is located in Alajuela, 5 miles from Parque Viva and 10 miles from Parque Diversiones.

    A/c very good Food very good Wi-fi very good

  • Hotel Bristol Aeropuerto
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 493 reviews

    Set in a renovated farmhouse, it offers an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, free breakfast. Accommodations is in rooms or villas.

    Comfortable bed, nice sheets. Pool was nice, breakfast good.

  • Casa Antigua Hotel
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 54 reviews

    Located 11 mi outside of Alajuela, Casa Antigua Hotel offers an outdoor pool and accommodations in the tropical forest of the Alajuela region.

    such a beautiful property very artistic and thoughtful

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What Guests Said About Alajuela:

  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Genesis
    Canada
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    MarcoPaco
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 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 gelatos
    A
    Anonymous
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    Quite noisy and a bit dirty.

    Quite noisy and a bit dirty. People are nice, but food was a disappointment - it was almost impossible to find fresh vegetarian food that hadn’t been processed. Everything was fried in grease and had meat in it.
    Ritvanen
    Costa Rica
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Liked the food,the people and the feel of the place ,for...

    Liked the food,the people and the feel of the place ,for travelers visiting friends or family walmart is right there to save a little time and money as everything is so expensive in this age and close to the airport .would be nice to have pool and sun area because that is why lots of people are there ...to get some sun
    Pedersen
  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    A horrible crowded traffic-glutted ugly town, which however...

    A horrible crowded traffic-glutted ugly town, which however has a great bookstore - Goodlight books - and a noisy rather grim organic cafe called Chante with really good food and vegan ice cream, but the traffic outside is awful. Rorro's Mexican restaurant was warm-hearted and fun but lots of fried stuff and the veggie tacos were horrible, with rubbery eggplant. The french fries were awful compared to the ones at Chante. My friend found driving in Alajuela a nightmare.
    Irene Z K
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Alajuela

  • From $69.41 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 669 reviews
    Heather and Luis really kind and do everything to make sure that you have a nice stay and that you feel welcomed! They really care about there guests and they helped me with some complicated things that I needed to fix to be able to fly back home. There is a very good balance between quality and price with a nice room and a very cute patio where they serve a nice breakfast. Great location if you want to be close to the airport, really easy to get there within 10 minutes. I think this is the best place to spend your time in Alajuela.
    Annaël
    Netherlands
  • From $40.68 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 980 reviews
    We 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).
    Alison
    United Kingdom
  • From $40 per night
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 209 reviews
    The 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 :)
    Anna
    France
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 438 reviews
    Very kind and helpful staff in every sense. Delicious breakfast and clean and comfortable rooms. Alajuela is the perfect place to stay to visit San Jose and get a transfer to or from the Airport. near to the Hotel there are some possibilities to eat in a Restaurant or Soda and go to the Supermarket and different Stores. We felt very save and really recommend that Hotel.
    Lasse
    Germany
  • From $143.51 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,448 reviews
    This is a luxury hotel!! Everything is very upscale and classy. Love that the rooms are light, bright, airy, and minimalist. Beautiful bathrooms, beautiful lobby, AMAZING complementary breakfast (huge). Staff is sooooo nice and accommodating. I loved my stay here and wish I was staying for a few more nights.
    Anna
    United States of America
  • From $42.94 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,215 reviews
    Friendly staff, and very nice and clean room really close to the airport. Walking distance. A taxi is even not needed. I also recommend to use the food truck of the hotel. It is more friendly and cheaper. I went to the restaurant at the corner and, let's admit, it was my mistake.
    Quidam From Mars
    Belgium
  • From $99.99 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,225 reviews
    It’s my preferred place for first and last night in Costa Rica. Alajuela is much nicer than San José and the hotel is in a very convenient location. Balcony rooms are preferable as long as you don’t mind stairs. The water is filtered and UV treated, so totally safe.
    Karin L
    United States of America
  • From $56.25 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,074 reviews
    This boutique hotel is a quiet charming Tico house. The best part is Esteban came to get us at the airport and dropped us the next morning, told us stories about Costa Rica and explaining everything. The room is small but comfortable. Hot shower and quiet!
    Anne-Chloé Destremau
    Germany
  • From $70 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 286 reviews
    the place and the property are amazing, so far the best stay in Costa Rica. hotels do not meet world wide standards here but this property was great! I highly recommend it. Visit the poas volcano and the Starbucks finca from here
    Tatiana
    Argentina
  • From $101.48 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 357 reviews
    Best 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 again
    R
    Ruben
    Spain
  • From $42.94 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,215 reviews
    Hostel was really nice, private room and shared bathroom. Everything was clean and you can get breakfast for just 4$ (Eggs with toast and fruit). Near airport.
    M
    Matketa
    United States of America
  • From $144.64 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,172 reviews
    Breakfast was excellent. Best included breakfast of any hotel we have ever stayed at. Shuttle available any time. Helpful staff.
    Hayden
    United States of America
  • From $148.31 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 428 reviews
    it was a great comfortable drive in higher end of CR, alajuela instead of the crazy city cluster of finding a hotel in San Jose.
    Christine
    United States of America
  • From $31.64 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 456 reviews
    Conveniently located near airport, close to Alejuela mall. Good kitchen access, comfortable. Airport taxi arranged by owner.
    Stephen
    United States of America
  • From $279.88 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 484 reviews
    Large property with extensive native and garden habitats near airport Spacious rooms/villas with patios Views of city
    Charlotte
    United States of America
  • From $106.79 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,051 reviews
    Nice hotel, near airport. Room was big, even for 5 person. And the garden, with a swiming pool was beautiful.
    Diana
    Poland
  • From $143.51 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,448 reviews
    Best airport hotel I have ever stayed in. Really well designed room with everything you could need.
    Kathy
    New Zealand
  • From $124.30 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 87 reviews
    Great location near airport, many bed options, spacious, great host who stayed up late to meet us.
    Lola
    United States of America
  • From $148.88 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,789 reviews
    great location, near airport and easily accessible
    David
    United States of America
  • From $131.08 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,269 reviews
    good value hotel near airport . good breakfast
    Louise
    Canada