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Our top choices for Alajuela 3-star hotels

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 hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

1. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
Canada
Gregory
2.617.920 ₫
2.958.250 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.
A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.
A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Alexis
2.113.089 ₫
2.387.790 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."
A hotel lobby with a large digital display on the wall, a seating area with a red accent wall, and a carpeted floor.
A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.
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.

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
United States
Kimberly
3.062.448 ₫
3.460.566 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.
A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.
A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.
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.

4. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
United States
Juan
2.954.362 ₫
3.338.429 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A stationary bike in a gym with a digital display and a mirror.

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

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Cacique
United States
Nidia
2.747.520 ₫
3.104.698 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.
A modern bar area with wicker chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Los Molinos
United States
Nicole
2.869.344 ₫
3.242.359 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.
A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.
A snack display with chips and a refrigerated beverage section in a modern store.
A modern living room with a round coffee table, green armchairs, and a grey sofa. There is a large window with sheer curtains and a view of greenery outside.

7. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Luz
3.232.224 ₫
3.652.413 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
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 bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.
A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

8. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
Cacique
United States
Robert
2.293.920 ₫
2.592.130 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hotel Mango
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and ottomans arranged for socializing.
A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring high ceilings with exposed beams, hanging pendant lights, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.
A bar area with a neon sign, multiple shelves of bottles, and bar stools.

9. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Pozos
United States
Hans
2.851.200 ₫
3.221.856 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A rooftop lounge with wicker furniture, a central table, and a view of the city at dusk.
A pool area with sun loungers and a bar.
A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, a glass railing, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

10. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
La Ribera
United States
Allistaire
3.732.480 ₫
4.217.702 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.
A modern high-rise building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent red logo on the side.
A modern bar area with a counter, seating, and a wooden ceiling structure.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

11. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
United States
Chandler
2.954.362 ₫
3.338.429 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
A modern office space with a large window, a desk with computers, two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the orange wall.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen counter.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and lush greenery.
A lobby with a large orange wall, a modern art piece, and a reception desk.

12. City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Ulloa
United States
Nidia
1.840.320 ₫
2.079.562 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'Wyndham Garden' sign, and well-lit windows.
An outdoor patio with glass tables and chairs, a sofa, and a view of greenery.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, hanging pendant lights, and a large abstract painting.
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a minimalist design.

13. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Ana Luisa Lopez
3.006.720 ₫
3.397.594 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by cushioned seating and plants.
A buffet with various dishes, including salads, soups, and grains, in a modern kitchen setting.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, and a round dining table with black chairs.

14. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Duane
2.896.560 ₫
3.273.113 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
A swimming pool with a bench, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a building in the background.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a stone-paved courtyard, and lush greenery.
A modern office space with patterned chairs, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.
A person performing a squat exercise with a kettlebell in a gym setting.

15. Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
Uruca
United States
Everardo
2.280.442 ₫
2.576.899 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Irazu Hotel & Studios
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.
A modern dining area with wicker chairs and a wooden table, surrounded by potted plants and abstract art on the walls.
A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, featuring a large entrance canopy and a well-maintained landscaped area with palm trees and shrubs.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mounted TV, wooden paneling, a gray sofa with a yellow cushion, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Pozos
United States
David
2.747.520 ₫
3.104.698 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
A modern lobby with a high ceiling, geometric light fixtures, and contemporary furniture.
A modern bar area with a large flat-screen TV, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the mountains.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar area, and seating.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
Santa Ana
United States
Ronald
2.954.362 ₫
3.338.429 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
An outdoor bar area with seating and a view of a modern building.
A modern multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating areas, and a landscaped courtyard.
A modern interior with a central reception desk, wooden paneling, and a variety of decorative items on shelves.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, multiple bar stools, and a wine rack.

18. AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Carlos
3.943.728 ₫
4.456.413 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, and lush greenery.
A restaurant interior with tables, chairs, and diners.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, modern seating, and a staircase in the background.
A woman sitting by a pool with a building in the background.

19. Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG

Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG
Uruca
United States
GEOFFREY
2.851.200 ₫
3.221.856 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Holiday Inn San Jose La Sabana by IHG
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative wall.
A modern reception area with a counter, a decorative plant, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
A modern living room with a TV, sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Gretchen
4.053.888 ₫
4.580.893 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
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2.747.391 ₫ total
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Just minutes from Juan Santamaría International Airport, Alajuela's Central Market buzzes with local crafts and tropical fruits worth sampling. Visit the butterfly farm at La Paz Waterfall Gardens or explore Poás Volcano National Park in the surrounding highlands for impressive crater views.

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Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

10/10 Excellent
"Atención amable y personalizada y te ofrecen traslado al aeropuerto por 8 dólares. Excelente todo"
Domingo 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
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10/10 Excellent
"Fue una estancia maravillosa..."
Dixan 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
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Airport SJO5 min -Marianas Apartments

8/10 Good
"Hard too locate. Luckily I got message from hotel with Whatsapp phone so my Uber driver could contact mgmt to get points of reference such as "across of Pali". The location was great very close (70 meters) from Puente Villa Bonita to catch bus to Cobano, Puntarenas via "Transportes Cobano"."
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Alajuela?
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica, around 11 km south of downtown Alajuela, is a guest favourite. A swimming pool and a garden are just two of its amenities. Residencias Villas Torres del Campo is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travellers. It features a barbecue grill and a garden, and is about 11 km southeast of the city centre.
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Relaxation is a breeze in 3-star hotels in Alajuela. As well as a cosy environment, these cost-effective stays come with a variety of welcome amenities like complimentary WiFi, coffee and tea maker and fitness equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with upscale features such as a spa, indoor or outdoor swimming pool and spacious rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel style or how much you want to spend, Expedia has a perfect fit for you.