Situated just 1.5 km 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.
Janine
France
I love having a local, traditional type of breakfast, the pool, the shuttle and being able to open a window. ☺️
Hampton Inn provides modern accommodation just 1,5 km from San Jose International Airport. It features a large pool and a gym, as well as free Wi-Fi and free airport transfers.
Yao
China
i love the location, very convenient for the early flight, room is clean and relatively big.
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.
Rachel
United States
I absolutely love this property! It is not far from the airport, 20 minutes or so, but it feels like you are in the jungle! The grounds are lovely, full of tress, flowers, and wildlife. The beds, linens and pillows are superb. The rooms are immaculate. The Pandora restaurant on site is delicious, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. The free breakfast is quite tasty as well, and I appreciate that they will pack a to go breakfast for early departures. It can be a tad pricey for the area, but the landscape and the beds make it worth every colón! This is my go to spot for arrivals and departures in the country, immediately immersed in nature and clinging to every moment of it before leaving.
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.
Greg
United States
As I had requested in advance, I was given a spot to park in the hotel's secure parking area and it was opened for me at 4:30 AM on the morning of my departure. The room was ready for me and very clean. I like the hotel's decor – vintage but not shabby in the slightest. The lady working in reception was very kind.
Airport Hotel Berlor is located just 2 km east of Juan Santamaría International Airport. It features an outdoor pool, free breakfast and colourful rooms with free Wi-Fi.
Nicholas
United States
Lovely property - the pool/courtyard area is beautiful; check in lady was very nice and helpful in arranging transportation/breakfast; great location very close to the airport; comfy bed; wifi worked well
Situated in Alajuela City, less than 1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Barbora
Czech Republic
Nice big room, clean. Friendly and helpful stuff, nice breakfast with more options. Small harden as a common area. Close to the airport
Within 6 km of San José Airport, Hotel Robledal is a 30-minute drive from San José city centre. Set in gardens, it features rooms with balconies or terraces, and an outdoor swimming pool.
Giulia
United Kingdom
Location and quality of service offered were amazing for the cost paid.
Surrounded by native trees and gardens, this hotel is next to Pan American Highway, 4 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport. It offers a pool and free airport shuttle.
Tara
United States
Close to airport/convenient; good breakfast.
Highlight was the restaurant & brewery on the property! I would return for this reason only.
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.
Maxine
United Kingdom
Repeat stay for me. Friendly staff, great location and handy having airport transfer. Plentiful breakfast, tasty cocktails and decent a la carte menu. Small pool to take a dip and great views of San Jose.
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.
Amy
United Kingdom
It was the perfect place to adjust and relax after a long few days travelling close to the airport and just a lovely place
The Italian-style Club Martino Costa Rica is set in tropical gardens, 10 minutes’ drive from San José Airport. It offers an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and a spa with sauna and gym.
It was perfect for one night after a late arrival.
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.
Within 6 km of San José Airport, Hotel Robledal is a 30-minute drive from San José city centre. Set in gardens, it features rooms with balconies or terraces, and an outdoor swimming pool.
I love this hotel cute and welcoming .
Lovely staff
Set in Alajuela City, within 29 km of Poas National Park and 800 metres of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, El Parque Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a restaurant, and...
Nice location. Very clean. Needs a sign. I could not locate the property.
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
Located in Alajuela City, 27 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel y Restaurante Las Tablitas provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
El tratto del personales muy amable, el super desayunos y el restaurante excelente
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. .
Situated in Alajuela City and with Poas National Park reachable within 30 km, Guesthouse Casa Lapa2 features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout...
Situated in Alajuela City, less than 1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Pleasant and friendly staff. Clean. Good food. Great property.
Surrounded by native trees and gardens, this hotel is next to Pan American Highway, 4 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport. It offers a pool and free airport shuttle.
Great location next to local brewery and restaurant
Airport Hotel Berlor is located just 2 km east of Juan Santamaría International Airport. It features an outdoor pool, free breakfast and colourful rooms with free Wi-Fi.
super friendly stuff, great atmosphere, awesome place!
Set in Alajuela City, 13 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Chalets Los Volcanes offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
El trato del personal y el tamaño de la habitación
FAQs about hotels in Alajuela City
On average, 3-star hotels in Alajuela City cost £78 per night, and 4-star hotels in Alajuela City are £123 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Alajuela City can on average be found for £90 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Alajuela City this weekend is £92 or, for a 4-star hotel, £145. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Alajuela City for this weekend cost on average around £119 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £90 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Alajuela City for tonight. You'll pay on average around £129 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Alajuela City will cost around £119 (based on Booking.com prices).
Fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport, located 3km from Alajuela City. Domestic travellers can drive (approximately 20km from San Jose) or take a bus. No direct water transport available. Transfers may be required depending on your starting location.
The most convenient airport for both domestic and international travellers is Juan Santamaría International Airport. It's approximately 3km from Alajuela City, making it easily accessible and ideal for travel convenience.
What guests said about Alajuela City:
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
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
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
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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.
Genuine Costa Rican neighborhood about ten minutes from airport. There is a well stocked kitchen and a grocery store and ATM two blocks away. Official red taxi from airport should be $8 for a car $12 for a van and some take credit cards. Or call Uber from the departures level (one level higher). Note that you will have to help navigate your driver to the hotel, as there is no sign on the door. It's worth spending some time in Alajuela, as you can Uber to the Starbucks farm or take the bus from Alajuela to Volcano Poas.
My husband and I were “stuck” in Costa Rica for an extra two nights and needed somewhere quick and comfortable to spend the night. The Alajuela Hotel and Guest house was perfect. Checkin was easy, the staff was helpful and accommodating, and the breakfast offered was delicious. The rooms are clean and comfortable and the back courtyard is a tranquil place to read or have some coffee. The neighborhood was also great and walkable and we enjoyed dinner at a restaurant next door.
Most beautiful hotel I’ve stayed in, over my 18 years in CR. Got stuck unexpectedly in San José heading back to Boston from my finca. What a lucky find!
Architecturally stunning and comfortable with lovely staff. Well-appointed room w/ comfy bed. Best brekkie in a CR hotel. Indoor gardens & Nicaraguan tile work. Shared a bottle of wine with Alessandra (the owner/architect’s granddaughter) who shared the history of her family’s home with us and treated us like old friends.
Great location in the heart of downtown Alajuela. Friendly staff, albeit slow check-in process. That said, a great spot for an overnight before or after a flight. Certainly, one of the best options in Alajuela (going on 14 years of living in Costa Rica and flying in/out of SJO regularly) that isn't absurdly priced like a $200 Holiday Inn. Included transport to the airport and breakfast are a huge bonus for this price!
Perfect place for our one-night stay in Alajuela before an early morning flight. Great location right in the very centre of town, very big bed, AC in the bedroom, warm water in the shower, and a good breakfast. The hotel also called us a taxi which was waiting for us right on time to take us to the airport. Would recommend this place to other travellers.
Ex-hotel converted to dorms, which means every room has a bathroom. No trekking down a corridor to use a shower or bathroom.
Superb location right next to the central square in Alajuela. Plenty of shops and eateries around.
The best bit: free pick up from the airport. Nice!
Staff were friendly and super helpful with information.
location, value, cleanliness and staff. Thank goodness for Daniel who helped us with covid tests and the ATM machine and Gabriel who helped us with a taxi late at night. Best location as well. Simple but clean hotel. good breakfast right downstairs. Nice local restaurants, Mexican, Peruvian and great coffee shops.
Very cute hotel - just what we needed. The breakfast was delicious, the staff was friendly, and the courtyard was a great place to hang out. The hotel was centrally located in the city center of Alajuela, and a short drive from the airport. Would return when I come back to Alajuela!
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.
The staff there were VERY helpful! We had a small issue with our rental car, which they helped iron out. Breakfast was cooked on site and was excellent. Location near airport was perfect, and the shuttle ran on time, as promised.
Wow! Loved the stay in the tent. It was very comfortable and the temperature was about 20C outside so we didn’t need to use the fan. The hostess was very lovely and welcoming. Good near airport stay.
It’s a simple yet very nice place in Alajuela. For the budget it’s the best. Laura the owner is really nice and welcoming and included a nice breakfast. Best value in town
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