Alajuela

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Alajuela

Where to stay in Alajuela

This was a quick stop for our group. We walked around, took pictures, and ate some rambutan fruit, known as mamón chino by Ticos.

Carmen

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

Carmen
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Agonía

While visiting Agonía, you might make a stop by sights like Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and Alajuela Cathedral.

Agonía
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La Guaria

The churches and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit La Guaria. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and Plaza Real Alajuela are a few top sights nearby.

La Guaria
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Cristo Rey

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cristo Rey and surrounding area, you can visit Alajuela Cathedral and Central Market Alajuela.

Cristo Rey
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Bajo Cornizal

When in Bajo Cornizal, you can plan a visit to Alajuela Cathedral and City Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bajo Cornizal
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Brasil

4/5(13 area reviews)

Brasil might not have many top sights, but Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and Plaza Real Alajuela are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Brasil
 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 NT$698 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
NT$698
per night
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this B&B in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
"The staff are very kind here."

Reviewed on 2024/4/17

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
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 NT$3,710 per night from May 1 to May 2
NT$3,710
per night
May 1 - May 2
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free parking, breakfast, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (380 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 2024/4/18

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
The price is NT$4,987 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
NT$4,987
per night
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (777 reviews)
"Excellent 👍"

Reviewed on 2024/4/16

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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.
BEE Suites Escalante
BEE Suites Escalante
3.5 out of 5
San José, Barrio Escalante., San José, San José
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews)
"The pictures are realistic! The people are great and helpful, and the area is nice and quiet. Great place to stay all around."

Reviewed on 2024/3/22

BEE Suites Escalante
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
3.5 out of 5
East side of Costa Rica Country Club, San Rafael, San Rafael
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (697 reviews)
"Beautiful suits immaculate property, rooms well used but clean and functional with beautiful floors."

Reviewed on 2024/4/11

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
3.5 out of 5
South-west of Peace Park, Suroeste del Parque de la Paz, San José, San Jose
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (763 reviews)
"Safe and quiet"

Reviewed on 2024/4/11

Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
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 26.12137203166227%
4 - Good
169
" "4 - Good 44.5910290237467%
3 - Okay
104
" "3 - Okay 27.440633245382585%
2 - Disappointing
5
" "2 - Disappointing 1.3192612137203166%
1 - Terrible
2
" "1 - Terrible 0.5277044854881267%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Apr 5, 2020

I like it that it was close to the airport

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Mar 17, 2020

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

4/5 - Good

Day
Mar 2, 2020

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
Mar 2, 2020

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

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Feb 29, 2020

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
Feb 27, 2020

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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