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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.

1. Velaz Guesthouse

Velaz Guesthouse
2.0 star property
La Agonía
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Very comfortable perfect for a short visit"
United States
Fredrick
The price is ￥6,404
￥7,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Velaz Guesthouse
A hammock swing with a metal frame and netting, set against a backdrop of greenery and a clear sky.

2. Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica

Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica
3.5 star property
Cacique
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (205 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the stay for a very reasonable rate. Also just 8 minutes from the airport. Hosts were very kind and helpful."
United States
Amanda
The price is ￥11,108
￥12,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

3. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,253 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and good buffet breakfast."
Canada
Mariska
The price is ￥18,701
￥21,132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Pool

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

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,763 reviews)
"Convenient to the airport and great place to stay. Great breakfast too!"
United States
John Ross
The price is ￥18,701
￥21,132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A garden area with a stone pathway, a table, and chairs.

5. Terida Airport B&B

Terida Airport B&B
2.5 star property
Cacique
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Very nice and conveniently located near airport"
United States
Alex
The price is ￥10,317
￥11,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Terida Airport B&B
A pool area with stone flooring, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with outdoor seating.

6. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (218 reviews)
"Super !"
Canada
nadia
The price is ￥11,361
￥12,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments
A corridor with potted plants, a wooden door, and a metal gate.

7. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
La Agonía
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (615 reviews)
"Pretty central location and easy walking to many places. They were kind to give me late check in because of my flight. Simple room but everything I needed. Didn't get a chance to have breakfast but I am sure it would have been great."
United States
Gregory
The price is ￥13,632
￥15,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

8. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (628 reviews)
"Nice and affordable hotel in a cute town near the airport. Perfect for our one-night stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥4,245
￥5,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

9. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,726 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and conveniently located close to the airport and hire cars"
United Kingdom
Suresh
The price is ￥20,780
￥23,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Well maintained, clean and great breakfast, close to airport"
United States
Merri Heather
The price is ￥18,724
￥21,159 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,175 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is ￥18,724
￥21,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A bathroom scale, a glass jar with plants, and a bottle of Lysol disinfectant on a wooden surface.

12. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
Cacique
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,533 reviews)
"Close to the airport, will stay there again"
United States
Danny
The price is ￥16,458
￥18,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Hotel Mango
Room

13. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful."
United States
Paul
The price is ￥4,668
￥5,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Toucan Hostel
A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, a blue and white quilt, and a slanted ceiling with wooden beams.

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

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
3.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (74 reviews)
"Randall was very kind and helpful!! We stayed here overnight before our next flight out and it was the perfect stop!!"
Canada
Travis
The price is ￥5,055
￥8,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
A spacious room with large windows, a staircase, and wicker furniture.

15. Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn
3.0 star property
San Antonio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (715 reviews)
"Very nice for airport layover"
Canada
vanessa
The price is ￥11,687
￥13,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Trapp Family Country Inn
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

16. Hacienda Escondida

Hacienda Escondida
3.0 star property
San José
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"Clean room, beautiful property, great staff and breakfast. "
United States
Dana A
The price is ￥10,672
￥12,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Hacienda Escondida
A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a TV. There is a large painting on the wall and a fountain in the background.

17. 1915 Hotel

1915 Hotel
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"Nice place to visit City and the 1915 hotel"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥11,499
￥12,993 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
1915 Hotel
A small patio area with a bench, potted plants, and a refrigerator.

18. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
3.5 star property
Villa Bonita
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a late arrival or catch a very early flight.. Spaces and clean... Will stay again next time if we arrived late or catch an early flight "
United States
Lam
The price is ￥11,313
￥13,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
A wooden room with a bed, a chair, and a table.

19. Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (265 reviews)
"The breakfast was awesome!@ and the staff very helpful nice and cozy in the breakfast area!!"
United States
Juan
The price is ￥4,970
￥5,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hotel Pacandé
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a blue wall, and a window with curtains.

20. Park View Hotel y Restaurante

Park View Hotel y Restaurante
2.5 star property
La Agonía
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (132 reviews)
"O"
United States
David
The price is ￥9,914
￥11,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Park View Hotel y Restaurante
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Top Alajuela Hotel Reviews

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Cerca del aeropuerto, limpio. Excelente"
GERALD 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Frequently asked questions

What is Alajuela like for travelers on a budget?
Alajuela offers a variety of cheap accommodations and places to visit, making it a great vacation choice for budget-conscious travelers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like City Mall, Juan Santamaria Historical Museum, and Central Market Alajuela.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Alajuela?
Based on our traveler reviews, Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Selune and Hotel Mi Tierra.
How many budget hotels can I expect to find in Alajuela?
Expedia has 7 hotels in Alajuela that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Alajuela?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Alajuela, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 68°F. The rainiest months in Alajuela are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 22 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Alajuela?
Alajuela attracts visitors with its fantastic dining options and beautiful gardens, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then fill your itinerary with activities that cost little or nothing at all. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Juan Santamaría Park, Central Park, or Ojo de Agua Spa Park.
How can I get to Alajuela and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Alajuela is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away from the center in Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), located 6.5 mi (10.5 km) away. Alajuela might not have many public transportation choices so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.