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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.

T
Tess
From
New Zealand
What a delightful stay. The whole property is lush and beautiful and huge- an amazing retreat so close to the airport after a long flight. The bed was comfy, the staff were accommodating, the pool was great. I’ll definitely be coming again next time I’m passing through San Jose. A tranquil gem, just what I needed. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 531 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...

M
Monika
From
Poland
Excellent location, just about 15 minutes from the airport. The hosts were incredibly friendly and helpful, offering great advice on everything we asked. Our room was very spacious, and the beds were super comfortable. We especially loved the terrace and the delicious breakfast served directly to our room, which we enjoyed with a lovely view of the jungle. Overall, everything was perfect, room was very clean and we would definitely recommend this place!
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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 363 reviews
Price from
US$337.05
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Mirador Mayday Mountain View

Hotel in Alajuela City

Located in Alajuela City, 24 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Mirador Mayday Mountain View provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Price from
US$74.10
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.

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 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
US$38.70
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.

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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 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, 1,638 reviews
Price from
US$117.59
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.

S
Sofia
From
Sweden
This was an excellent location if you want to stay close to the AirPort. Also loved the shuttle service, super nice people that were willing to help!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,825 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.

J
Jennifer
From
France
Great location. Turn right out of the car park and you are on the road to the Poas volcano !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,074 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.

L
Luna
From
Bulgaria
This hotel is a hidden gem! The garden is huge and gourgeous, the rooms are very spacious and clean, with a really nice design, the staff is extremely professional, polite and helpful!!! There is also a pool and a common area with some board games and chill music. Also there is a parking. It's 1h away from the Poas Volcano and around 30 min away from the airport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,678 reviews
Price from
US$80.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Alajuela City

Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 315 reviews
From US$231.65 per night
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,638 reviews
From US$144.64 per night
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,811 reviews
From US$129.35 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 182 reviews
From US$650.88 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 363 reviews
From US$516.41 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 (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
From US$148.88 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Budget hotels in Alajuela City and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,130 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$43.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 222 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, 500 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$67.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 664 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,074 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,641 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, 3,134 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, 521 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$42.94 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Alajuela City

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 757 reviews

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

From US$38.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 864 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$52.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 19 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 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 22 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$39.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

The Nomad Hostel is set in Alajuela City, 29 km from Poas National Park, 600 metres from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, as well as 8.6 km from Parque Viva.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 80 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.

From US$45.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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$40.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,162 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$68.75 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Alajuela City and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 178 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$77.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 253 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

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.

Set in Alajuela City in the Alajuela region, View House Inn has a patio and mountain views. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,638 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$144.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,120 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 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,825 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$164.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 880 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$144.50 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

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

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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From US$45.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
The location is very good. Only a short walk to the City Mall and a 7-10 minute drive to the airport. If you are even in a decent physical condition, you can walk to the airport with your backpack. There are numerous restaurants nearby and even more in the City Mall. Also a cheap (at least in costa rican prices) soda right outside the door. The place felt safe and there is a well locked main door into the hotel. Also a well equipped kitchen is in the house if you have time to cook by yourself. Coffee machine is also provided.
Guest review by
Mikko
Finland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews
Really nice hotel in the middle of Alajuela. It is in an incredible old and beautiful house. Great garden at the back for breakfast. 5 minutes walk to the bus Station (to the airport or San José) and all shops are around the corner. Great staff!
Guest review by
Gustavo
Switzerland
From US$516.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 363 reviews
Everything. The beautiful artistic room, the magnificent nature, the wonderful caring staff, the food. This might be the best hotel ever.
Guest review by
Barbara
United States
From US$145.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Location near airport but nothing else nearby, Nice staff in restaurant.
Guest review by
Steele
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,664 reviews
Near airport. Clean. Nice bathroom and shower with warm water.
Guest review by
Kovařík
Czech Republic