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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.

Close to airport free airport shuttle service amazing breakfast and accommodation staff
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
2,143 reviews
Price from£97.24per night
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.

This place was amazing and it was the best place we stayed in Costa Rica. The staff are amazing, the food is great, beautiful property inside and out.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,512 reviews
Price from£56.21per night
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.

Newly remodeled a true diamond in the rough and a wonderful staff.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
829 reviews
Price from£45.48per night
Berlor Airport Inn, hotel in Alajuela

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.

Clean, quiet.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
987 reviews
Price from£56.35per 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.

Friendly staff and it was nice location for eating breakfast! Very good food!
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
689 reviews
Price from£33.44per 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.

The wood, the birds, the pool.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
544 reviews
Price from£93.20per night
Hotel Aeropuerto, hotel in Alajuela

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.

Bedroom is very confortable
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
654 reviews
Price from£75.31per 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.

The pool as relaxing and well maintained.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
458 reviews
Price from£90.13per 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.

The place is a hidden gem. Beautiful is an understatement. It has a gorgeous, large garden with fruit trees, dozens of birds singing, tables outside to sit and enjoy breakfast in the morning. The swimming pool is nicely positioned. The room is spacious, although very basic. It's quiet, comfortable and clean and so was the bathroom. The girl who did my check in and check out (Gabriela, if I remember well) was an angel. Extremely helpful, kind and empathetic.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
232 reviews
Price from£55.50per night
Hotel Pibi Boreal, hotel in Alajuela

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.

This was the perfect place to stay on our first night in Costa Rica. We were looking for a place with transportation from the airport, and Mathieu was very easy to coordinate with for this. The room was spacious and nicely appointed, we loved sleeping with the fresh air and waking up to the sounds of the birds and insects. We also loved relaxing on the private porch in the morning, and even saw a toucan fly by just as we were sitting down to eat! Breakfast was great as well, we are a family of 4 and everyone was happy. Would love to stay here again!
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
431 reviews
Price from£83.01per night
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Alajuela's best hotels with breakfast

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

    Located 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 Martino Spa and Resort
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 544 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
     · 357 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.

  • Hotel Robledal
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 458 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.

    Great staff and good service. Amazing birds in grounds.

  • Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 622 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.

    La ubicación y te dan el desayuno típico del país!!

  • El Parque Bed and Breakfast
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 25 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
     · 80 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
     · 431 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.

Budget hotels in Alajuela

  • ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 690 reviews

    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.

    Pleasant and friendly staff. Clean. Good food. Great property.

  • Hotel 1915 INN & SUITES
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 829 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.

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

  • 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
     · 986 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
     · 3,244 reviews

    Offering 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.

  • Park View Hotel & Restaurant
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 838 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 Chalets Los Volcanes
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 101 reviews

    Located in Alajuela, 7.8 miles from Poas National Park, Hotel Chalets Los Volcanes provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    El trato del personal y el tamaño de la habitación

  • Hotel Bristol Aeropuerto
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 502 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.

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What Guests Said About Alajuela:

  • 6.0
    Scored 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
    Carin
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 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
  • 8.0
    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
    Finland

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Alajuela

  • From £51.39 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 829 reviews
    Hotel 1915 is a beautiful, clean, and authentic hotel in central Alajuela about 10 minutes from the airport. We chose this location because we wanted to be somewhere safe and pleasant near the airport while also being able to walk around central Alajuela, where there are plentiful restaurants and shops. Hotel 1915 was perfect! The staff was extremely nice and helped us book taxis. Everything was clean and simple. The water was hot. The common spaces in the hotel are beautiful and authentic. Overall, this is a wonderful spot!
    Grant
    United States of America
  • From £44.67 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 230 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.
    Francois
    United States of America
  • From £62.54 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 594 reviews
    The view is amazing, the staff was very helpful as well as the owner, Rocío. She helped us changed our apartment so we could have a view. If you are a runner, you will really enjoy the uphills and the panorama. There's a small town near by where you can purchase stuff to have in your apartment, there are also sodas (small, cheap "restaurants") and three restaurants close to the hotel. We really enjoyed our time there and we will definitely visit it again.
    Katherinne Sanchez
    Costa Rica
  • From £61.64 per night
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 80 reviews
    The best Hotel! All was clean, nicely done and prepared. The owners are super helpful and friendly. My bag was damaged and the lady sewed it for me!! What a great service. They took care of a taxi, which they called for me the next day. Wonderful place, next to supermarket and restaurants. Quite zone. Close to the airport. The price is worth it. I recommend it for women who travel alone. It is a safe area and the hotel is secure.
    Petra
    Germany
  • From £51.39 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 829 reviews
    We were doing the whole "just flying in and passing through" thing for Alajuela but still wanted to visit the city, and this was a perfect choice for our short stay. We couldn't ask for a better location (couple minutes from town center) and the hotel itself was inviting and comfortable. The breakfast was a highlight on both mornings, in a cute sheltered open air space and delicious with fresh fruits and cooked rice/beans/eggs.
    Jackie
    Canada
  • From £67 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 838 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.
    Richard
    United States of America
  • From £113.15 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,765 reviews
    My wife changed hotels due to the latest hurricane affecting the area. I called in advance to notify them that she won't be arriving that day due to the closure of some section of the highway to San Jose. We changed to Hampton Inn in Alajuela, and the staffers made the difference! She stayed for a week in comfort.
    Vélez-Arocho
    United States of America
  • From £119.71 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,536 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
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,091 reviews
    Very nice, calm location near airport, with nice patio. Really convenient for first and last day of our trip around Costa Rica. Fast communication, clear instructions and best is their airport transfer, even drove us and come for us to our car rental place near airport. I really recommend this accomodation.
    Katarina
    Slovakia
  • From £43.92 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,244 reviews
    Perfect hotel for arriving or leaving from San Jose airport, as actually the airport is located in Alajuela and not in San Jose. A taxi to/from the airport is only 6USD. But they even have a free shuttle from or to the airport, you can choose one of these options. Great staff and very good buffet breakfast.
    Harry (Netherlands)
    Netherlands
  • From £104.37 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,295 reviews
    Always friendly staff, clean accomodations & if you dont mind airport noise, the hotel provides the convenience of cheap cheap cheap airport taxi hotel service & you can't beat the close proximity of Hotel Mango to the domestic & international Airport. It is a great convenience
    Pamela
    United States of America
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,091 reviews
    The host took the time to explain to us about the place. It was more of a hostel than a hotel. Very convenient as you are in Alajuela, you can walk anywhere. Full kitchen facilities and a nice small yard. Host was nice and gave me some advice on off street parking.
    Shieling
    United States of America
  • From £55.34 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 282 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
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 388 reviews
    The place is near airport, the room is clean, you have shared kitchen so you can make a coffee or a tea in the morning! The outdoor terrace is well decorated and is a relaxing place! I recommend this place!
    Andreas Sebastian B
    Romania
  • From £120.61 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,143 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 £32.16 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,000 reviews
    John at reception is excellent. Good modest typical Alajuela hotel.
    Daniel
    United States of America
  • From £63.65 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,062 reviews
    Very convenient hotel near airport. Perfect shuttle service!
    merijn
    Netherlands
  • From £120.61 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,143 reviews
    Very nice property very near airport.
    Michael
    Canada
  • From £26.80 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 398 reviews
    Clean inexpensive and near airport
    Robert
    United States of America
  • From £113.15 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,765 reviews
    Near airport.
    Yigang
    United States of America