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Alajuela City – 160 hotels and places to stay

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Hacienda Escondida 10min to Airport

Hotel in Alajuela City

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.

M
Mohr
From
France
Amazing price value! We stayed one night and enjoyed it very much. No Airplane noises. Clean, great matraces.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 555 reviews
Price from
US$55.25
1 night, 2 adults

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...

L
Lucie
From
Czech Republic
Beautiful peaceful surrounding, amazing beds! The owners are very responsive and accomodating, a really welcoming environment. The perfect place to rest after / before long travel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
Price from
US$115
1 night, 2 adults

Xandari Resort & Spa

Hotel in Alajuela City

Set amid a tropical forest and offering stunning mountain views, Xandari Resort features a spa village, yoga lessons, outdoor pools and hot tubs and 4 km of natural trails.

F
Fede
From
Costa Rica
The hotel is amazing. I love the views from the room, the warm pool and the walks thew the trails to the hotel waterfall. The breakfast is very natural, there is a buffet and u can also order local dishes. I stay in Xandari every time i go to Costa Rica. The massage service in the Spa is very healing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Price from
US$337.05
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Marina
From
Norway
Really nice place, comfortable bed. The host is really nice and easy to communicate with. Really convenient accommodation for an early flight.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

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.

V
Vanessa
From
Spain
Loved the place, the view, the surroundings, the peace… but most of all: loved that Sara and Juan made me feel like home! Strongly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews
Price from
US$101.25
1 night, 2 adults

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.

C
Caroline
From
United States
Shuttle, location, comfy beds, clean hygiene products and professional staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,725 reviews
Price from
US$120.54
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
Jessica
From
Qatar
Good breakfast Comfortable room Quiet Friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,759 reviews
Price from
US$152
1 night, 2 adults

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.

B
Blenda
From
Canada
It's a quaint Spanish home that was converted into a hotel in 1915 by the grandmother who had the vision / foresight. It is beautiful and the owners (daughter & husband) are very polite and accommodating. Breakfast was perfect and a menu to meet each pallette.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,103 reviews
Price from
US$61.94
1 night, 2 adults

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, 1,685 reviews
Price from
US$80.75
1 night, 2 adults

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.

N
Nicolette
From
Costa Rica
great location, friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,112 reviews
Price from
US$73.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Alajuela City

Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
From US$259.84 per night
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
From US$172.78 per night
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,725 reviews
From US$171.75 per night
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,801 reviews
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,112 reviews
From US$92.59 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
From US$742.15 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
From US$73.45 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews
From US$90.40 per night
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
From US$163.29 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,112 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,725 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,759 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,561 reviews

Budget hotels in Alajuela City and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,138 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$39.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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$105.40 per night

Situated in Alajuela City in the Alajuela region, Global House Apartamento 2 features a balcony.

From US$73.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 216 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$62.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 494 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, 651 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$107.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,103 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$79.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,696 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

Best hotels with breakfast in Alajuela City and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews

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

From US$29.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 889 reviews

Set in Alajuela City and within 30 km of Poas National Park, Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$50.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,112 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$92.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 184 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$60.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 261 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$138.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,725 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$171.75 per night

Airport Nest Costa Rica Hotel is situated in Alajuela City, 27 km from Poas National Park, 1.6 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, as well as 9.4 km from Parque Viva.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 872 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$232.89 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Alajuela City

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 23 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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Offering a garden and city view, Casa 1856- cómodas habitaciones en el Centro de Alajuela is situated in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park and 1.2 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

From US$45.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

#5 Private room close to Airport is set in Alajuela City, 30 km from Poas National Park, 1.9 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, and 7.2 km from Parque Viva.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

Set 30 km from Poas National Park, 1.9 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 7.2 km from Parque Viva, #4 Private room close to Airport provides accommodation located in Alajuela City.

From US$39.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Located 31 km from Poas National Park, 1.9 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 7.2 km from Parque Viva, #3 Private room Close to Airport provides accommodation set in Alajuela City.

From US$35.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

Situated in Alajuela City and with Poas National Park reachable within 31 km, Guesthouse Casa Lapa2 features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout...

From US$45.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 145 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$57.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

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

FAQs about hotels in Alajuela City

What guests said about Alajuela City:

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

We spent the night here because it was near the airport, as...

We spent the night here because it was near the airport, as we had an early morning flight. We just dropped off our rental car, which was conveniently located near the hotel, and then went to bed early.
Guest review by
Gary
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0

Alajuela is the area of metro San Jose that is next to the...

Alajuela is the area of metro San Jose that is next to the airport. Old central american town center with some old buildings and then various neighbouroods around it. Really not much to see. Main reason to be here is the airport.
Guest review by
West Coast Nick
Canada
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

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

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From US$742.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
I loved the fact that’s it’s a resort but it’s in the nature and not crowded, like a boutique resort. Wonderful room, amazing view, nice environment and atmosphere. Good breakfast with a view. You can hike to waterfalls from the hotel, inside the resort ! And there is a little farm with animals, my child loved it. Not far away from the airport so that’s very convenient when we arrive/depart from San Jose and there are plenty of things to do around, including visiting the volcan Poas.
Guest review by
Cecilia
France
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,286 reviews
Despite the busy road just in front of the hotel - and the airport within its direct vicinity, you barely notice this all when you enter the hotel and hit for its poolside area. Planes didn't fly over during the night (they did from 7 am and were quite loud :D) so the night was perfect. Breakfast was spot-on, right what we remembered from our last trip to Costa Rica 12 years ago, very tastful gallo pinto and the best pancakes for our kids.
Guest review by
Nils
Belgium
From US$107.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews
The hotel was centrally located and close the airport. If you want to walk around downtown Alajuela, the location is great. It's in the middle of the city and noise is to be expected. However, when I woke up shortly after midnight on a Saturday it was quiet. However, by 5 a.m. you could hear cars tearing down the street.
Guest review by
Richard
United States
From US$39.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,138 reviews
Lovely room and breakfast. As this was a stop over but near airport. Alajuela is a bit run down but made welcome by staff especially son who had vey good English & who advised us where to go.
Guest review by
Connie
United Kingdom
From US$50.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews
Clean , near airport $6 taxi , lovely owner , great breakfast !! Will defo stay again 😃🙏
Guest review by
Nicola
Ireland
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