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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.

A
Anne
From
United States
Beautiful grounds, quiet and safe. Very large and comfortable room. The property was very kind about our late arrival time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews
Price from
$55.25
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, within 21 miles of Poas National Park and 4 miles of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Hotel Pibi Boreal provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

E
Elena
From
Netherlands
Clean, spacious rooms with lovely balcony and views. A great start to a Costa Rica trip or the end of it. Hospitable households. Picked us up from the airport and arranged a transfer the next morning to Poas volcano with a final stop at La Fortuna. We booked one more night at this hotel before flying home. Thank you for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
Price from
$115
1 night, 2 adults

Xandari Resort & Spa

Hotel in Alajuela

Set amid a tropical forest and offering stunning mountain views, Xandari Resort features a spa village, yoga lessons, outdoor pools and hot tubs and 2.5 mi of natural trails.

P
Pat
From
Canada
The walking trails, the farm, gardens, view from restaurant, and the private patio
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Price from
$337.05
1 night, 2 adults

Velaz Guesthouse

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park, Velaz Guesthouse has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

D
Denise
From
Costa Rica
Easily walkable to so many great restaurants and shops, parks and the center of town. Comfortable bed. Hot shower. Jorge was so kind and accommodating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
$38.70
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Poas Paradise

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 6.4 miles from Poas National Park, Hotel Poas Paradise has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

C
Carol
From
United States
Location was quiet but convenient. Breakfast was made to order (eggs, toast, cheese, fruit…) Dinner menu included a nice organic chicken soup which was delicious. After being out all day, it was convenient to have dinner by the fireplace, a few steps from our room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
$101.25
1 night, 2 adults

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 20 miles from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a...

M
Morimori Family
From
United States
The hotel was very clean and new and we enjoyed pool too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,706 reviews
Price from
$120.54
1 night, 2 adults

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park, Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

A
Alexandros
From
Switzerland
Great choice for a short stay after a longhaul flight to San Jose, comfortable spacious rooms, nice breakfast offering a large variety of options. Walmart is right next to the hotel, if you need to stock up for your trip.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,774 reviews
Price from
$152
1 night, 2 adults

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.

r
rosemary
From
United Kingdom
peaceful place , friendly and helpful staff. The suite with balcony was spacious and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,093 reviews
Price from
$61.94
1 night, 2 adults

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.

G
Gthuery
From
Ireland
This was our first hotel of our trip and it was absolutely perfect for what we needed. Accessible, safe parking, and the room was great. We would have liked to stay there an extra few nights to enjoy the grounds and pool. The included breakfast was also very good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,686 reviews
Price from
$80.75
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel in Alajuela

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

M
Mark Korondi
From
Switzerland
An old, but nice hotel at a nice location to explore a bit of Alajuela. Airport transfer for free.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,116 reviews
Price from
$73.75
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Anne
From
United States
Beautiful grounds, quiet and safe. Very large and comfortable room. The property was very kind about our late arrival time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews
Price from
$55.25
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Pibi Boreal

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, within 21 miles of Poas National Park and 4 miles of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Hotel Pibi Boreal provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

E
Elena
From
Netherlands
Clean, spacious rooms with lovely balcony and views. A great start to a Costa Rica trip or the end of it. Hospitable households. Picked us up from the airport and arranged a transfer the next morning to Poas volcano with a final stop at La Fortuna. We booked one more night at this hotel before flying home. Thank you for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
Price from
$115
1 night, 2 adults

Xandari Resort & Spa

Hotel in Alajuela

Set amid a tropical forest and offering stunning mountain views, Xandari Resort features a spa village, yoga lessons, outdoor pools and hot tubs and 2.5 mi of natural trails.

P
Pat
From
Canada
The walking trails, the farm, gardens, view from restaurant, and the private patio
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Price from
$337.05
1 night, 2 adults

Velaz Guesthouse

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park, Velaz Guesthouse has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

D
Denise
From
Costa Rica
Easily walkable to so many great restaurants and shops, parks and the center of town. Comfortable bed. Hot shower. Jorge was so kind and accommodating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
$38.70
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Poas Paradise

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 6.4 miles from Poas National Park, Hotel Poas Paradise has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

C
Carol
From
United States
Location was quiet but convenient. Breakfast was made to order (eggs, toast, cheese, fruit…) Dinner menu included a nice organic chicken soup which was delicious. After being out all day, it was convenient to have dinner by the fireplace, a few steps from our room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Price from
$101.25
1 night, 2 adults

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 20 miles from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a...

M
Morimori Family
From
United States
The hotel was very clean and new and we enjoyed pool too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,706 reviews
Price from
$120.54
1 night, 2 adults

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hotel in Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park, Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

A
Alexandros
From
Switzerland
Great choice for a short stay after a longhaul flight to San Jose, comfortable spacious rooms, nice breakfast offering a large variety of options. Walmart is right next to the hotel, if you need to stock up for your trip.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,774 reviews
Price from
$152
1 night, 2 adults

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.

r
rosemary
From
United Kingdom
peaceful place , friendly and helpful staff. The suite with balcony was spacious and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,093 reviews
Price from
$61.94
1 night, 2 adults

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.

G
Gthuery
From
Ireland
This was our first hotel of our trip and it was absolutely perfect for what we needed. Accessible, safe parking, and the room was great. We would have liked to stay there an extra few nights to enjoy the grounds and pool. The included breakfast was also very good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,686 reviews
Price from
$80.75
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel in Alajuela

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

M
Mark Korondi
From
Switzerland
An old, but nice hotel at a nice location to explore a bit of Alajuela. Airport transfer for free.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,116 reviews
Price from
$73.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Alajuela

Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
From $259.84 per night
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
From $172.78 per night
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,706 reviews
From $176.90 per night
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,803 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
From $742.15 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
From $50.85 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
From $90.40 per night
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
From $163.29 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
From $289.85 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,093 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 3,774 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,556 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Alajuela

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,139 reviews

Located 5 minutes’ walk from Juan Santamaría main square and 984 feet from Alajuela Market, Hotel Pacande B&B offers free WiFi throughout the premises.

From $39.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Providing a garden, Apartamentos Ave del Paraíso features accommodations in Alajuela. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

From $105.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 742 reviews

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

From $29.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 888 reviews

Located in Alajuela and within 18 miles of Poas National Park, Hotel Alajuela Costa Rica Airport has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From $50.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Offering a bar, Pinky s Place Alajuela City Airport Costa Rica offers accommodations in Alajuela.

From $36.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, Hotel el Tucan Alajuela is located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park and a 13-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

From $62.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 492 reviews

Park View Hotel & Restaurant is located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park and a 13-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

From $107.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews

Located in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park, ALAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From $114.48 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Alajuela and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,093 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 $79.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,116 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 $92.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews

Located in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park, Hotel Casa Tago has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

From $42.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

Stada San Jose Airport Hotel in Alajuela provides accommodations with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and a 24-hour front desk.

From $60.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews

Lajuela BnB & Hostel offers accommodations in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park and a 11-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

From $50.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto offers accommodations in Alajuela, 18 miles from Poas National Park and a 5-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

From $138.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,706 reviews

Located in Alajuela, 20 miles from Poas National Park, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a...

From $176.90 per night

Airport Nest Costa Rica Hotel offers accommodations in Alajuela, 17 miles from Poas National Park and a 19-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

From $73.45 per night

Budget hotels in Alajuela and nearby

Global House Apartamento 2 is located in Alajuela, just 16 miles from Poas National Park and a 18-minute walk from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

From $73.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,689 reviews

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

From $27.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Offering a garden, Casa Mariana offers accommodations in Alajuela. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

From $57.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Sweeeet Home Alajuela! is located in Alajuela, just 16 miles from Poas National Park and 1.2 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

From $90.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

Schultz Apartamento is located in Alajuela, just 1.3 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 5.6 miles from Parque Viva.

From $60.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Entire Cozy apartment for you, 5 min SJO Airport offers accommodations in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park and 1.9 miles from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.

From $65.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

Don Carlos Place LOWER UNIT is a recently renovated apartment in Alajuela, near Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. Offering a garden, the property is located within 19 miles of Poas National Park.

From $67.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Don Carlos Place UPPER UNIT is a recently renovated apartment in Alajuela, near Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $73.45 per night

FAQs about hotels in Alajuela

What Guests Said About Alajuela:

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
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
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

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From $96.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,132 reviews
Near airport, good shuttle service. A budget hotel, very clean but hot water in the bedroom only in the shower, not the sink. Staff friendly. Breakfast basic, eggs were overcooked. Near a mall which has all sorts of food shops. As the price indicates, this is a budget hotel. For a nights' stay it works. Any longer, I wouldn't recommend it.
Guest review by
arthur
United Kingdom
From $39.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,139 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Charming house in busy San Jose. Owner extremely attentive and helpful. All facilities, very near airport and excellent value for money. Spotlessly clean
Guest review by
Jackie
United Kingdom
From $145.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 572 reviews
Location near airport but nothing else nearby, Nice staff in restaurant.
Guest review by
Steele
United Kingdom
From $50.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews
near airport, very afforable
Guest review by
Kate
United States