Top 10 Hotels Near Alajuela Cathedral in San José for 2026

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A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

A covered patio area with a hammock, potted plants, and a tiled floor.

A wooden door with a sign reading "CORCOVADO," a bench with a quilted cushion, and potted plants in a courtyard.

A wooden table with blue placemats, a bench, and a view of lush greenery through a barred window.

1. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Bajo Cornizal, 1.3 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Brittany

RM159

RM179 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A corridor with tiled flooring, doors on both sides, and a view of an outdoor area with a table and chairs through an open door at the end.

A courtyard with patterned tiles, a stone bench, and potted plants.

A modern building with a curved glass facade and a statue of a person on a pedestal.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

2. Velaz Guesthouse

La Agonía, 0.5 km from Alajuela Cathedral

VERONICA

RM172

RM195 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hammock swing with a metal frame and netting, set against a backdrop of greenery and a clear sky.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large plant.

A glass table with two white chairs and a woven placemat, set against a backdrop of sheer curtains and a grey drape.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, two bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

3. Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica

3.1 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Jocelyn

RM211

RM238 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a large TV screen displaying a movie.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

1.6 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Maria Olivia

RM412

RM466 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, a clear entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

5. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

2.7 km from Alajuela Cathedral

John Ross

RM429

RM484 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A narrow corridor with tiled flooring, a potted plant on a metal stand, and dense foliage on the right.

A gated alleyway with white walls and a black gate.

A hotel room with a glass table, a potted plant, a bed with a towel, a painting on the wall, and a shower area.

A modern kitchen with wooden accents, a blue barrel, and a coffee station.

6. Terida Airport B&B

3.1 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Alex

RM223

RM252 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A checkered table set outdoors with breakfast items including toast, eggs, fruit, and beverages.

A building with a tiled roof, a covered porch, and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.

A pathway leading to a building with a tiled roof and a covered porch.

A pool area with stone flooring, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with outdoor seating.

7. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

3 km from Alajuela Cathedral

nadia

RM293

RM331 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

A narrow outdoor corridor with a wooden door, a small table and chairs, and hanging flower baskets.

A hotel with a sign reading "LAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House".

A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging wine glasses, and tropical fruits like bananas and pineapple.

8. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Corazón de Jesús, 0.2 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Jason

RM94

RM134 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A spacious indoor area with seating arrangements, a kitchen area, and a dining section.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

A modern cafe with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.

9. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

2.6 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Serena

RM482

RM545 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.

A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. There are two paintings on the walls and a large window.

A hotel lobby with a large digital display on the wall, a seating area with a red accent wall, and a carpeted floor.

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

1.6 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Richard

RM482

RM545 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos, 1.4 km from Alajuela Cathedral

parisa

RM465

RM525 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A building with a balcony, a gate, and a well-maintained garden.

A building with a central arched entrance, surrounded by a garden with palm trees and a paved walkway.

A small building with a tiled roof, surrounded by trees and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

12. Hacienda Escondida

2.4 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Dana A

RM320

RM361 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

13. Toucan Hostel

2.4 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Paul

RM126

RM142 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.

14. Hotel Mango

2.7 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Robert

RM361

RM408 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with blue cushions, a wooden bench, and a staircase with a railing.

A neatly made bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread, a wooden door, and a white closet with louvered doors.

A living room with two brown sofas, a glass coffee table, and a potted plant.

15. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Bajo Cornizal, 1.3 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Travis

RM98

RM111 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A room with wicker furniture, a wooden cabinet, and hanging plants.

A dining area with wooden chairs, a yellow table, and a potted orchid.

A pathway leading to a building with a clear blue sky above.

A cozy indoor space with hanging plants, a floral sofa, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

16. Casa Maria Airport B&B

3.2 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Celeste

RM258

RM291 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A small patio area with a bench, potted plants, and a refrigerator.

A modern interior with a long wooden table, wicker chairs, and bright orange seating.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

A bathroom with a sink, a wooden cabinet, a mop, and a shelf with cleaning supplies.

17. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

1.8 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Lam

RM343

RM408 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a round table and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A spacious living area with a sofa, a wooden bench, and a chair. There is a desk with a chair and a bookshelf. The room has a tiled floor and a ceiling with a grid pattern.

A room with a tiled floor, wooden furniture, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A wooden room with a bed, a chair, and a table.

18. Hotel Pacandé

Corazón de Jesús, 0.3 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Dana

RM77

RM87 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a green wall.

A room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A corridor with a tiled floor, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a balcony featuring ornate black metal railings and a green and yellow color scheme.

19. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Arroyo, 0.2 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Alberto

RM304

RM344 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A coffee shop interior with a bar counter, a coffee machine, and a glass display case.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a blue wall, and a window with curtains.

A blue hotel with a sign reading "Park View Hotel".

A potted plant with pink and yellow flowers on a balcony, with a red dome building in the background.

20. Park View Hotel y Restaurante

La Agonía, 0.1 km from Alajuela Cathedral

David

RM278

RM314 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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RM159 RM179 total includes taxes & fees 24 Oct - 25 Oct	RM172 RM195 total includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov	RM211 RM238 total includes taxes & fees 28 Oct - 29 Oct	RM412 RM466 total includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov	RM429 RM484 total includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov

Top Alajuela Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was nice and clean and super convenient to the airport. The whole staff was very friendly, but we especially enjoyed conversing with Fernando. My wife and I had a wonderful dinner in the restaurant, and Fernando was our waiter. He was very friendly and made us feel right at home (like we have been friends for years even though we just met). Thank you."

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Muy bueno tranquilo para dormir la picina buena el desayuno super ek cafecito riquisimo 👍☕️"

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Everything is always perfect!!! Love La Guaria! My first choice always!!!!"

Park View Hotel y Restaurante

8/10 Good

"O"

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

8/10 Good

"1"

1915 Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Close to the airport, several places to eat within a couple blocks. Room and bed were comfortable."

Hotel Pacandé

10/10 Excellent

"Always clean and friendly staff. Have stayed a few times already!"

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

10/10 Excellent

"Fue una estancia maravillosa..."

Hotel Alajuela

8/10 Good

"The guy at the front desk was so kind and helped me so much! He was super sweet and understanding"

Other attractions near Alajuela Cathedral

Juan Santamaría Park

8.2/10 (225 reviews)

Juan Santamaría Park is just one of the places to see in Alajuela, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Central Park

8.4/10 (246 reviews)

After visiting Central Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Juan Santamaria Historical Museum

8.4/10 (132 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Juan Santamaria Historical Museum during your trip to Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Central Market Alajuela

8.4/10 (178 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Central Market Alajuela during your trip to Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Iglesia La Agonía

8.2/10 (60 reviews)

After visiting Iglesia La Agonía, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto

7.6/10 (85 reviews)

Catch an event at Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto during your trip to Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Plaza Real Alajuela

8.6/10 (147 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Real Alajuela during your stay in Alajuela. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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City Mall

8.6/10 (718 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at City Mall during your stay in Alajuela. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Alajuela Cathedral?

Alajuela Cathedral is located in a family-friendly area of Alajuela known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 110 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Alajuela Cathedral?

Adjacent to Alajuela Cathedral, Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a snack bar/deli and spa services. Other good options close by include Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela and Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Alajuela Cathedral?

Expedia has 110 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Alajuela Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Alajuela Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Alajuela Cathedral.

What can I see and do near Alajuela Cathedral?

Get outside and spend some time strolling around Juan Santamaría Park, Central Park and Parque de Perros San Rafael. Bring the family to Ojo de Agua Spa Park, Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center and Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm while you're checking out the area near Alajuela Cathedral. A shopping trip to City Mall, Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center or Plaza Real Cariari might be the perfect place to find that souvenir you've been looking for.

Hotels near Alajuela Cathedral

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Our top choices for Alajuela Cathedral hotels

1. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

2. Velaz Guesthouse

3. Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

5. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

6. Terida Airport B&B

7. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

8. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

9. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

12. Hacienda Escondida

13. Toucan Hostel

14. Hotel Mango

15. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

16. Casa Maria Airport B&B

17. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

18. Hotel Pacandé

19. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

20. Park View Hotel y Restaurante

Compare top hotels near Alajuela Cathedral

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Velaz Guesthouse

Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Top Alajuela Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Park View Hotel y Restaurante

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

1915 Hotel

Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Alajuela

Other attractions near Alajuela Cathedral

Juan Santamaría Park

Central Park

Juan Santamaria Historical Museum

Central Market Alajuela

Iglesia La Agonía

Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto

Plaza Real Alajuela

City Mall

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