Rio Segundo

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Runway airport city mountains panorama view from airplane Costa Rica.
Runway airport city mountains panorama view from airplane Costa Rica.
Cathedral of Alajuela church Central Park in Alajuela Costa Rica.
The Juan Santamaria airport is not very big but I loved the art they display that represents their fauna.
Juan Santamaría Intl Airport
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is NT$4,483 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
NT$4,483
NT$5,065 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,474 reviews)
This was a great hotel for us. We stayed two nights: after our arrival in San Jose, and then again before our departure. The shuttle is so easy to spot when you're tired (it's blue), the front desk team excellent, and the breakfast was great. On departure we had an early flight and were provided ...

Reviewed on 2026/3/6

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is NT$5,772 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
NT$5,772
NT$6,522 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,256 reviews)
Everything was very clean and the beds were comfortable. We did use the airport shuttle and that went fine. Restaurants are right nearby and can easily walk there. For some reason I thought there was a pool. There isnt.

Reviewed on 2026/3/6

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos Rio Segundo Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$5,989 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
NT$5,989
NT$6,768 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
Polite staff & clean room

Reviewed on 2026/3/6

Courtyard 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.
Nina´s - Juan Santamaria

Nina´s - Juan Santamaria

3 out of 5
Calle Las Américas, Invu Las Cañas 1 Rio Segundo Alajuela Province
Stay at this apartment in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free airport pick-up, and a garden. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and City Mall are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (64 reviews)
The assembly were closed when I got there. It was all dark and no real signage or entrance. I asked for a late check-in. I had to drive to Jaco

Reviewed on 2026/3/5

Nina´s - Juan Santamaria
Rivera Family Airport Apartments

Rivera Family Airport Apartments

3 out of 5
El cacique Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this aparthotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Casino Fiesta ...
6.6/10 (24 reviews)
Clean, super good staff. Only problem was no water in the morning.

Reviewed on 2026/2/12

Rivera Family Airport Apartments
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

3.5 out of 5
Rio Segundo Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this apartment in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
10/10 Exceptional! (181 reviews)
We had a very well equipped 2 bedroom apartment. It was very clean and spacious.

Reviewed on 2026/3/2

Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia
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 Rio Segundo

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
27
5 - Excellent 24%
4 - Good
50
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
33
3 - Okay 30%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Good meal at nearby restaurant, though it was not the Denny's near the casino. Owner Flor is excellent. Very welcoming and helpful. We would stay there again if and when we return to Costa Rica.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Rio Segundo is alright. Nothing wrong with the area at all. Good place to look into Costa Rican history. I'm just not much of a city person myself.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The area is not very nice, but the hotel security is very good and there was no need to get out

3/5 - Okay

Jim&Ruth

We spent two nights in Rio Segundo, when we first arrived in Costa Rica, and again, as we were leaving. Because of its proximity to the SJO Airport, Rio Segundo is a great jumping off spot for visiting the rest of the country.

5/5 - Excellent

Conner

Great place to crash on your way to Pavones to surf! 10 out 10 for surfing!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Close to airport. Nearby casino was really odd. Only let you bet max bet. Only way to fix it was get small denominations, then go ahead and max bet. After that you can repeat bet,

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