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Where to stay in Alajuela

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Carmen

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Carmen might not have many top sights, but City Mall and Plaza Real Alajuela are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Alajuela Hotel Deals

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road, Alajuela, Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 526 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
AED 526
AED 594 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,388 reviews)
Excellent option.

Reviewed on 9 November 2025

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich,, Plaza Los Mangos, Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 459 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
AED 459
AED 519 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,344 reviews)
Great location for staying close to airport. Would recomend compared to other hotels close by. Nice buffet breakfast with variety. Staff helpful.

Reviewed on 8 November 2025

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 173 per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
AED 173
AED 195 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (684 reviews)
The hot shower is out of this world 🌎 very good coffee for breakfast and very helpful and nice staff members ☺️

Reviewed on 7 November 2025

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Alajuela

San Jose showing mountains and forests

Central Park

You can find out about the history of San José with a visit to Central Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Central Park
Autódromo

Parque Viva

Learn about the events happening at Parque Viva during your trip to Guacima. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Parque Viva
The latest war facility in Costa Rica, ironically where the army wa abolished in 1948. #sky #clouds

National Museum of Costa Rica

You can spend time studying the exhibits at National Museum of Costa Rica in San José. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.

National Museum of Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Alajuela that have flexible change policies?
When it comes to traveling these days, flexibility is key. That's why we've added a "No change fee" filter to help you track down cheap and flexible flights to Alajuela. It's at the top left of your screen directly below the "Flexible change policies" heading.
Which airlines fly to Alajuela?
Decide on your ideal travel dates and then take off towards Alajuela with one of these airlines:

  • American Airlines - 182 flights to or near Alajuela each month, including 182 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.
  • Spirit Airlines - 152 flights to or near Alajuela each month, including 152 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.
  • United Airlines - 130 flights to or near Alajuela each month, including 130 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Alajuela?
One of the best ways to get your hands on cheap tickets to Alajuela is to be flexible with your dates. Search for your flights, then click "flexible dates" above the results. It will reveal the cheapest prices for nearby days. The best price for a flight to Alajuela in the last seven days was . Booking well ahead of time will generally help you get an even bigger bargain.
How much is a flight to Alajuela?
You could have locked in a round-trip ticket to Alajuela from anywhere between and in the last seven days. For one-way trips leaving from (), the lowest amount paid during this period was .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Alajuela?
A major gateway to Alajuela, about 612 flights cruise into Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) every month. Search for an unbeatable deal, book your fare and get set to explore this amazing region.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Alajuela?
Consider leaving early on in the week to nab the best airfare to Alajuela. Tuesday is routinely the most cost-effective day to take off, with Monday a close second. Saturday typically has the costliest fares. This is because a lot of people choose to begin their getaway on a weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to Alajuela?
Fares to Alajuela ranged from to in the last seven days. Typically, the quicker you book the better the deal.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Alajuela?
An excellent month to purchase affordable flights to Alajuela is February. Remember that in the U.S, an expensive time to reserve a seat is during the busy month of December.
How long is a flight to Alajuela?
The flight time will all depend on your point of origin. This list of the most popular services to Alajuela will give you some idea of what to expect:

  • Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 3 hours and 38 minutes
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 3 hours and 11 minutes
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 2 hours and 56 minutes