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Our top choices for Alajuela family-friendly hotels

A corridor with tiled flooring, doors on both sides, and a view of an outdoor area with a table and chairs through an open door at the end.

1. Velaz Guesthouse

Velaz Guesthouse
2.0 star property
La Agonía
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Very comfortable perfect for a short visit"
United States
Fredrick
The price is AED 155
AED 175 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Velaz Guesthouse
A pool area with stone flooring, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with outdoor seating.

2. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (218 reviews)
"Super !"
Canada
nadia
The price is AED 263
AED 298 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
A garden area with a stone bench, potted plants, and a pathway leading to a building entrance.

3. Terida Airport B&B

Terida Airport B&B
2.5 star property
Cacique
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Very nice and conveniently located near airport"
United States
Alex
The price is AED 239
AED 270 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Terida Airport B&B
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,252 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and good buffet breakfast."
Canada
Mariska
The price is AED 404
AED 457 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A corridor with potted plants, a wooden door, and a metal gate.

5. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
La Agonía
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (615 reviews)
"Pretty central location and easy walking to many places. They were kind to give me late check in because of my flight. Simple room but everything I needed. Didn't get a chance to have breakfast but I am sure it would have been great."
United States
Gregory
The price is AED 310
AED 350 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

6. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (627 reviews)
"Nice and affordable hotel in a cute town near the airport. Perfect for our one-night stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is AED 106
AED 144 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

7. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,720 reviews)
"Great spot to stay. So close to airport with free shuttle."
United States
Rachelle
The price is AED 482
AED 544 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Pool

8. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,762 reviews)
"Convenient to the airport and great place to stay. Great breakfast too!"
United States
John Ross
The price is AED 444
AED 502 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

9. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Well maintained, clean and great breakfast, close to airport"
United States
Merri Heather
The price is AED 434
AED 490 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

10. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,172 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is AED 421
AED 476 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

11. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,531 reviews)
"Close to the airport, will stay there again"
United States
Danny
The price is AED 381
AED 431 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Mango
A wooden dining table with benches in a room with a tiled floor and a wooden door.

12. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
3.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (74 reviews)
"Randall was very kind and helpful!! We stayed here overnight before our next flight out and it was the perfect stop!!"
Canada
Travis
The price is AED 117
AED 195 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
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13. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful."
United States
Paul
The price is AED 113
AED 128 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Toucan Hostel
A spacious room with large windows, a staircase, and wicker furniture.

14. Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn
3.0 star property
San Antonio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (715 reviews)
"Very nice for airport layover"
Canada
vanessa
The price is AED 294
AED 333 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Trapp Family Country Inn
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

15. Hacienda Escondida

Hacienda Escondida
3.0 star property
San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"Clean room, beautiful property, great staff and breakfast. "
United States
Dana A
The price is AED 233
AED 263 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hacienda Escondida
A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a TV. There is a large painting on the wall and a fountain in the background.

16. 1915 Hotel

1915 Hotel
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"Nice place to visit City and the 1915 hotel"
United States
Jose
The price is AED 267
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
1915 Hotel
A small patio area with a bench, potted plants, and a refrigerator.

17. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
3.5 star property
Villa Bonita
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a late arrival or catch a very early flight.. Spaces and clean... Will stay again next time if we arrived late or catch an early flight "
United States
Lam
The price is AED 308
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
A wooden room with a bed, a chair, and a table.

18. Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (265 reviews)
"The breakfast was awesome!@ and the staff very helpful nice and cozy in the breakfast area!!"
United States
Juan
The price is AED 115
AED 130 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Pacandé
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a blue wall, and a window with curtains.

19. Park View Hotel y Restaurante

Park View Hotel y Restaurante
2.5 star property
La Agonía
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (132 reviews)
"O"
United States
David
The price is AED 225
AED 254 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Park View Hotel y Restaurante
A pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a green wall.

20. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Arroyo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (760 reviews)
"Good place to have a vacation. Close to many places to visit."
United States
Alberto
The price is AED 281
AED 317 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Alajuela

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Alajuela

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1252)
The price is AED 404
AED 457 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Alajuela

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2172)
The price is AED 421
AED 476 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
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Top Alajuela Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

10/10 Excellent
"Pretty central location and easy walking to many places. They were kind to give me late check in because of my flight. Simple room but everything I needed. Didn't get a chance to have breakfast but I am sure it would have been great."
Gregory 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Frequently asked questions

What's Alajuela like for family-friendly vacations?
If you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids, Alajuela is a good choice. The festivals, volcano viewpoints, and soccer matches are just some of the things that make this a good place for family vacations. Arrange a flight into Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is the closest airport, or San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is located 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Alajuela?
Hotel Mi Tierra Casa Blanca is a B&B with in-room kitchens and free babysitting, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Hotel Mi Tierra is another good choice for your family trip.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Alajuela?
The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 68°F. The rainiest months in Alajuela are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 22 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Alajuela?
While you and your family are vacationing in Alajuela, you might want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as City Mall and Central Market Alajuela. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and Plaza Real Alajuela.