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 RM724 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
RM724
RM818 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,612 reviews)
GREAT hotel. Best beds on our trip, by far. Very family friendly. Excellent proximity to the airport and next door to the best mall in Costa Rica.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 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 RM225 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
RM225
RM280 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (502 reviews)
This place is lovely! Clean, high ceilings, lots of charm. Cool and breezy rooms, hallways, and courtyard. The staff are kind and helpful. Highly recommended!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

3 out of 5
Ave 1, Calles 9-11 Alajuela Alajuela
The price is RM343 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
RM343
RM387 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (581 reviews)
The owner is super helpful - organized 5:30 AM transportation to the airport, had umbrellas ready when it rained, place was very clean, cable TV was a nice plus. Great place to stay near the airport, in a nice safe walkable neighborhood.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
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.
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 Wi-Fi, 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 Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. 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 29 Dec 2024

Casa Cafetal Aeropuerto Two Bedrooms
Cozy Downtown Alajuela / 5min from Airport

Cozy Downtown Alajuela / 5min from Airport

2.5 out of 5
Av. 4 Concordia Alajuela Alajuela Province
Stay at this apartment in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Central Park and Juan Santamaria Historical ...
Cozy Downtown Alajuela / 5min from Airport
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

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

This was a perfect over night stay before returning to airport for our connecting flight.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Limited attractions but good base.