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
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 NT$5,204 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
NT$5,204
NT$5,881 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (1,646 reviews)
Place was very nice and we enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on 2026/3/11

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 NT$1,599 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
NT$1,599
NT$2,024 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
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 2026/3/8

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 NT$1,757 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
NT$1,757
NT$1,986 total
Apr 9 - Apr 10
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 2026/3/9

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.
Condominio Novatriana - SJO Airport

Condominio Novatriana - SJO Airport

2 out of 5
Alajuela Alajuela Province
Stay at this apartment in Alajuela. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and City Mall are located ...
Condominio Novatriana - SJO Airport
Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport

Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport

3 out of 5
Av 4. Calle Concordia. Alajuela Alajuela Province
Stay at this apartment in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Central Park and Juan Santamaria Historical ...
Relax in downtown Alajuela / 5min near the Airport
Casa Cafetal Aeropuerto Two Bedrooms

Casa Cafetal Aeropuerto Two Bedrooms

3.5 out of 5
Paso Flores Calle 11 Alajuela Alajuela
Stay at this apartment in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Plaza Real Alajuela ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
For us this was just a night before an early flight out from the airport. Perfect!

Reviewed on 2024/12/29

Casa Cafetal Aeropuerto Two Bedrooms
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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