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Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel in Alajuela City

Set in Alajuela City, within 34 km of Poas National Park and 6.5 km of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Hotel Pibi Boreal offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well...

S
Spight
From
United Kingdom
The location of the hotel was excellent, being relatively close to San Jose and the airport, but also a good base to tour from. The rooms were elevated with spectacular views over forest, and we had breakfast on the balcony accompanied by humming birds in the adjacent bushes. The hotel grounds included a short trail, which was also stunning. The family that owned the hotel were extremely helpful and nothing was too much trouble. They organised a driver for us to undertake specific tours and helped us with a number of other matters during our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 461 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$115
1 night, 2 adults
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Velaz Guesthouse

Hotel in Alajuela City

Situated in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park, Velaz Guesthouse features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

S
Sotillo
From
Costa Rica
The place is clean, and very cozy it really feels like home. The host was amazing, always friendly and attentive. The location is very central, so everything is close by, and the airport shuttle service was a huge plus, super convenient. I would definitely recommend it and would stay here again without a doubt.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Location 10.0
Price from
US$47
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Poas Paradise

Hotel in Alajuela City

Situated in Alajuela City, 10 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Poas Paradise features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

E
Evgenia
From
Finland
We were very happy to stay at this lovely small hotel with a beautiful garden and friendly hosts 🌸 The spacious, well-kept garden is wonderful, with funny rabbits freely hopping around🥰 Everything is very clean, and the breakfast and dinner were delicious. We were very satisfied and would gladly return🤩
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$101.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hotel in Alajuela City

Set in Alajuela City, 32 km from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

P
Petr
From
Russia
Good location near with big mall and the airport. Hotel provide free transfer to the airport. Best place to stay for 1-2 nights before or after flight
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,511 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$124.64
1 night, 2 adults
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Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hotel in Alajuela City

Located in Alajuela City, 31 km from Poas National Park, Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

P
Peter
From
Australia
Free shuttle to airport at 5.15am. Due to early flight we thought we would miss out on our inclusive breakfast, however the guy at reception organised a “brekky to go” for us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,850 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$139
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel 1915 INN & SUITES

Hotel in Alajuela City

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.

J
Jaroslav
From
Czech Republic
Close to the airport even within walking distance. 2,6 km. Check in at 03:00, a.m. very nice and helpful staff, breakfast was very good and varied, very nice interiors in colonial style, locked parking,, sampler but funcional and clean rooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,051 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$61.94
1 night, 2 adults
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Villa San Ignacio

Hotel in Alajuela City

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.

S
Sara
From
Canada
Everything exceeded my expectations. Loved the indoors and outdoors spaces. Food was amazing and the pool is great. The bed was super comfortable and the room clean and lovely. Water pressure in shower was excellent and lots of hot water.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,662 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
US$76.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel in Alajuela City

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

A
Ared7
From
Ireland
Located within 1 to 5 minutes walking to pharmacy, convenience shops, fast food and local restaurants. Excellent service, and really convenient transportation arrangement to and from airport. Concierge was brilliant and very helpful. I can believe how inexpensive it was for our stay. This is definitely a good choice for anyone on a budget. Very friendly staff. The room was nice and clean, the beads and pillows especially were super comfortable, I wish I could take then with me.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,199 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
US$60.97
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Mango Airport

Hotel in Alajuela City

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

J
Justine
From
Australia
Comfortable & affordable with close proximity to the airport. Felt secure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,298 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$111.39
1 night, 2 adults
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Brillasol Airport Hotel

Hotel in Alajuela City

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

L
Leendert Jan
From
Netherlands
Very conveniently located close to the airport. Short uber ride at night and the shuttle service they offer in the morning is really nice. Beautiful garden to have breakfast in the morning.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,067 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
US$82.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Alajuela City

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Hotels located in the centre of Alajuela City

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,141 reviews

    Located 5 minutes’ walk from Juan Santamaría main square and 300 metres from Alajuela Market, Hotel Pacande B&B offers free WiFi throughout the premises.

    From US$34.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Apartamentos Ave del Paraíso, a property with a garden, is located in Alajuela City, 29 km from Poas National Park, less than 1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, as well as 8.8 km from Parque...

    From US$94.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 816 reviews

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

    From US$15.26 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 854 reviews

    Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport is set in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park and 1.1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

    From US$45.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Pinky s Place Alajuela City Airport Costa Rica, a property with a bar and a shared lounge, is situated in Alajuela City, 1.1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, 8.1 km from Parque Viva, as well as...

    From US$36.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge and a terrace, Hotel el Tucan Alajuela is set in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park and 1.1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

    From US$50.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews

    Park View Hotel & Restaurant is situated in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park and 1.1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

    From US$107.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 679 reviews

    Situated in Alajuela City, 29 km from Poas National Park, ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    From US$57.98 per night

Budget hotels in Alajuela City and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,051 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.

    From US$69.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,553 reviews

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

    From US$27.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,198 reviews

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

    From US$67.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews

    Set in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Casa Tago offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

    From US$39.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,179 reviews

    Situated 30 km from Poas National Park, Alice y Juancito Boutique Hotel offers a garden, and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

    From US$56.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews

    Set just 29 km from Poas National Park, Stada San Jose Airport Hotel provides accommodation in Alajuela City with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as a shared kitchen.

    From US$71.47 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews

    Set within 29 km of Poas National Park and 1.7 km of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Casa Mariana in Alajuela City offers a garden and rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$54.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews

    Set 30 km from Poas National Park, less than 1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 8.2 km from Parque Viva, Lajuela BnB & Hostel offers accommodation situated in Alajuela City.

    From US$40 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Alajuela City and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

    Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto is set in Alajuela City, 29 km from Poas National Park, 500 metres from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, as well as 9.1 km from Parque Viva.

    From US$105.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Tico Airport B&B, a property with a garden and a terrace, is located in Alajuela City, 2.8 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, 7 km from Parque Viva, as well as 17 km from Parque Diversiones.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,511 reviews

    Set in Alajuela City, 32 km from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$158.27 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,142 reviews

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

    From US$64.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,850 reviews

    Located in Alajuela City, 31 km from Poas National Park, Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$136.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 919 reviews

    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.

    From US$162.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

    Boasting city views, Marianas Apartments 5MIN SJO AIRPORT provides accommodation with balcony, around 32 km from Poas National Park.

    From US$101.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

    Situated 23 km from Poas National Park, Pura Vida Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Alajuela City and has a garden.

    From US$107.35 per night

FAQs about hotels in Alajuela City

What guests said about Alajuela City:

  • 6.0

    I was there one night because it was close to the airport.

    I was there one night because it was close to the airport. I would not hang out there for a significant length of time. Not a good place to be after dark. Also came across a suitcase on a sidewalk. It had obviously been stolen and rummaged through.
    Guest review by
    Thomas
    United States
  • 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

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  • Anchia - Hostel

    Alajuela City
    From US$56.95 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews
    I don't think you can get closer accommodation to the airport for the price. This was my first night in Costa rica and did not understand how they used the toilets but it's a norm so educate yourself. The shower was a first as the shower head doubles as a heater with live electricity in the shower, which too is a norm in Costa Rica. There is a local shop just beneath the stay that sold me the best chicken burger I've had. This place is for a convenience traveller that don't need the bells and whistles like a hotel.
    Guest review by
    Francois
    United States

  • ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House

    Alajuela City
    From US$57.98 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 679 reviews
    We chose a location close to the airport, good price, no luxury. We got what we paid for: in the vibrant and authentic old town of Alajuela (what is much more attractive than the huge city area of San Jose), a familiar bed and breakfast, with a nice little room for a fair price. The staff is very friendly and they serve a well organized breakfast in the pretty patio. They organized us a taxi that appeared exactly at 4 pm and the very important sense of staying there was done perfectly. Thanks for this great stay!
    Guest review by
    Hosting World Traveler
    Switzerland

  • Alice y Juancito Boutique Hotel

    Alajuela City
    From US$56.25 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,179 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!
    Guest review by
    Anne-Chloé Destremau
    Germany

  • Brillasol Airport Hotel

    Alajuela City
    From US$124.30 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,067 reviews
    Very convenient for the airport and with a free airport shuttle. No need to negotiate the traffic jams in/through San Jose on the day of flights and much cheaper than the hotel-chain accommodation options on the airport campus/periphery.
    Guest review by
    Douglas
    United Kingdom

  • Airport SJO Residence - Edward & Familia Inn

    Alajuela City
    From US$106.89 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 627 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
    Guest review by
    Ruben
    Spain