Alajuela

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Aerial view, panorama, lake and rainforest, Laguna Hule, Alajuela province, Costa Rica, Central America
Aerial view, panorama, lake and rainforest, Laguna Hule, Alajuela province, Costa Rica, Central America
Costa Rica. The Arenal Volcano (Spanish: Volcan Arenal) in north-western Costa Rica in the province of Alajuela. It is an active andesitic stratovolcano.
Beautiful aerial view of the Arenal Volcano, the arenal Lagoon, and rain forest in Costa Rica
Panoramic view of the impressive Poas volcano crater in Costa Rica

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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
The price is AED 599 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
AED 599
AED 677 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,647 reviews)
Modern and beside large mall. Near airport

Reviewed on 11 March 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

2.5 out of 5
Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela
The price is AED 194 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
AED 194
AED 244 total
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (507 reviews)
It is in a good location, close to the square. A solid choice if you need to be close to the airport. No shuttle but they have one paid parking space (10 USD/night).

Reviewed on 8 March 2026

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
 Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

2 out of 5
C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela
The price is AED 175 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
AED 175
AED 198 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
I chose this place because the reviews were exceptionally good. I arrived and noticed there are no space to park on the street. You will have to move the car to the sidewalk. This is a large house that was converted to hostel. Average decorations with books and stuff are just placed at random place. ...

Reviewed on 9 March 2026

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Entire Comfy apartment for your,  5 min SJO airport

Entire Comfy apartment for your, 5 min SJO airport

Alajuela Costa Rica
Stay at this apartment in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions City Mall and Central Market Alajuela are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 10 March 2026

Entire Comfy apartment for your, 5 min SJO airport
5 minutes from Airport | Transfer ($) | Pool | Gym | Full condo

5 minutes from Airport | Transfer ($) | Pool | Gym | Full condo

Provincia de Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this condo in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and City Mall are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Great location, super clean unit.

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

5 minutes from Airport | Transfer ($) | Pool | Gym | Full condo
Plunge Pool Villa | Coffee Views & Adventure

Plunge Pool Villa | Coffee Views & Adventure

Alajuela Alajuela Province
Stay at this vacation home in Alajuela. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Central Park and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum ...
Plunge Pool Villa | Coffee Views & Adventure
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Alajuela

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
99
5 - Excellent 26%
4 - Good
169
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
104
3 - Okay 27%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I like it that it was close to the airport

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

When we went to Central Park, people were dancing to live local music. It was really cute

4/5 - Good

Day

Alajuela itself was merely a jumping off spot for us, because our flights from and to NYC were late in the day. What made it special was Villa San Ignacio - lovely, restful surroundings and probably best meals of our entire trip.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Alajuela it is the best place to visit and stay in Costa Rica ,it is safe and beautiful .

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We didn't really see any of the city - just drove through to get from Jaco to the hotel/airport.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

If your from the states it’s not exactly your idea of a “gated community” but the whole country is that way we were fine visiting local stores and even shut down the local bar one night ( my Spanish is beyond weak) and found it to be a great experien

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