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Hotel in Fortuna
Located in La Fortuna town, San Bosco Inn offers an outdoor pool and lush gardens, free Wi-Fi in public areas and rooms with garden views. The Arenal Volcano is 5 km away. Location close to center, restaurants, bars, shops etc. Private parking in the yard and plenty of spaces. Very friendly staff at the reception and also breakfast ( which was delicious ) in the morning. Clean and big room. The cherry on top was the access to their other hotel's facilities ( 7 km away ), but definitely worth it.
Hotel in Fortuna
Offering outdoor pool and a hot tub, Hotel Roca Negra Del Arenal is located in the suburbs of Fortuna. Free Wi-Fi access is available. View was amazing, staff were really lovely. You could have fresh eggs for breakfast. We saw toucans there. There were peacocks and chickens which were really lovely. Very relaxed and a great soda opposite
Hotel in Fortuna
Located 14 km from Arenal Volcano National Park, Lomas del Volcan offers lush gardens, an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Each air-conditioned cabin has free Wi-Fi and flat-screen cable TV. Amazing bungalow with volcano views. Staff were wonderful and the restaurant and food was great, especially the breakfast. The wildlife was fabulous - a real feeling of being close to the forest and having it's own private trail was a bonus. We will visit again.
Hotel in Fortuna
Featuring an extensive garden, a sun terrace with swimming pool, spa treatments and free Wi-Fi throughout, this hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from the Arenal Volcano National Park and from La Fortuna... Room, bathroom was clean, food was great and the staff were so kind.
Hotel in Fortuna
Situated in Fortuna, 15 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The family that runs it were so sweet and everything was beautiful. The breakfast was delicious and the accommodations were impeccable!
Hotel in Guácima
Set in Guácima, 37 km from Poas National Park, Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Absolutely great for a night before/after a flight. Property was pretty and everything extremely clean. Staff and owner were nice and helpful (printing boarding pass etc). A nice little pool area. Breakfast was very good. Room was big, clean, comfortable and with nice indoor and outdoor rainforest shower. Had a fridge. Silent airconditioning. All perfect.
Hotel in Fortuna
Situated in Fortuna, 22 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Sangregado Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The rooms were clean and nicely decorated and we had a beautiful view of the volcano. The proximity to the hanging bridges was also great and having 2 breakfast restaurant options was also a nice bonus. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend!
Hotel in Fortuna
Situated in Fortuna, 7.4 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Noah's Forest Hotel by Tifakara features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. what a gem! Noah’s forest was our favourite accommodation during our trip to Costa Rica. the bungalow was stunning and the grounds are gorgeous. it was so nice to be close to La fortuna but away from the hustle and bustle.
Hotel in Alajuela City
Located in Alajuela, Hotel Pibi Boreal offers a garden. The property is set 3.1km from Plaza Real Alajuela and Alajuela Cathedral & central park 3,5km. The property is 10 km from Zoo Ave. We decided to stay overnight in San Jose before our flight home. Thus place exceeded our expectations. Everything was just perfect! The view is breathtaking, the room is super cozy and clean. The bathroom was superb. The hosts were super friendly and attentive to details. So happy with our stay.
Hotel in Fortuna
Located in Fortuna and with La Fortuna Waterfall reachable within 10 km, Amor Arenal Adults Friendly offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar. a beautiful hotel, each room is a casita with a hot tub and surrounded by lush trees / plants.
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Hotel in Aguas Claras
Located in Aguas Claras, 10 km from Miravalles Volcano, Malekus Mountain Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The owner is super nice and friendly.
Hotel in Quesada
Located in Quesada, 48 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Hotel Terra Viva provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a terrace. Easy access to any destination.
Hotel in Fortuna
Offering an outdoor pool and spa centre, Finca Luna Nueva Lodge is set in Fortuna in the Alajuela Region, 26 km from Monteverde. We stayed at Finca Nueva for 2 days. ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!
Hotel in Fortuna
Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Tifakara Boutique Hotel is located just outside Arenal Volcano National Park in Fortuna where you can enjoy stunning volcanic views. The staff was so welcoming and so nice!
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Offering an outdoor pool, relaxing volcanic hot springs and a restaurant, Hotel El Silencio del Campo is located 6 minutes’ drive from Fortuna. Free WiFi access is available. We liked everything! The staff is super friendly, the beds are very comfortable, and the hot springs...
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Nayara Springs - Adults Only is a beautiful, adults-only and boutique hotel surrounded by tropical rainforest, just 7 km from La Fortuna Town Centre. This was the best hotel experience I have ever had.
Hotel in Fortuna
Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel Arenal Springs Resort & Spa is located in Fortuna, 20 minutes’ drive from Arenal Volcano site. Free Wi-Fi access is available. Botanical garden in hotel resort
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Offering an on-site hot spring bath, a swimming pool, stunning Arenal Volcano views and free Wi-Fi throughout, the Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa is located 10 minutes’ from the Arenal Lake. Really nice hotel with a superb view of the volcano
Hotel in Fortuna
The eco-friendly Hotel Campo Verde is set at the foot of Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano. All rooms offer spectacular volcano views. There is a massage service, free Wi-Fi in rooms and free parking. Location was perfect, close to the most interesting spots in la fortuna.
Hotel in Grecia
Hotel Mango Valley is set in the green hills just outside Grecia. It offers a garden with an outdoor pool and fantastic views. Javier, the host, is the very best!
Hotel in Carrillos
Situated in Carrillos, 22 km from Poas National Park, SERENITY BY NATURE features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is incredible beautiful. Right next to a coffee plantation and will lovely views.
Hotel in Fortuna
Located in Fortuna, 2.9 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Cabañas SyC provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Great location, cabin and staff
Hotel in Fortuna
Located in Fortuna, 6 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Oasis by Franklin Hotel Boutique provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. They are actively upgrading and had just put a beautiful new gate up.
Hotel in Fortuna
Set in Fortuna, 5.7 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Monara offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. Thank you Ángela and Armando for making our stay special.
Hotel in Zarcero
Located in Zarcero, within 45 km of Poas National Park and 18 km of Catarata Tesoro Escondido, Hospedaje Alto Lechuza Zarcero provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free... Beautiful view. Lots dogs. Easy parking.
Hotel in Tigra
Located in Tigra, 24 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Guapote Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The landscape and the location of the cabins. A place we will keep in Our memories forever.
Hotel in El Achiote
Located in El Achiote, 46 km from Venado Caves, Hotel Rio Celeste Finca L´ Etoile Celeste provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. It was a very cozy place and the owners were very friendly, helpful and treated us very well.
Hotel in Fortuna
Located in Fortuna, 5.8 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Termales del Arenal provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Very unique design, super friendly staff, delicious breakfast, and relaxing pools!
Hotel in Alajuela City
Situated in Alajuela City and with Poas National Park reachable within 30 km, Guesthouse Casa Lapa2 features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout... Very nice cosy room, with a pleasant patio, well equipped common kitchen with coffee and tea at the...
Hotel in Alajuela City
Hotel 1915 Inn & Suites is a beautiful 20th century colonial home. Located just 5 minutes away from the Juan Santa Maria International Airport in Alajuela downtown. We really enjoyed that the room was really nice (we had the Junior suit), with a good AC, a king bed...
Hotel in Caño Negro
Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Hotel de Campo is located in Caño Negro Wildlife Reserve in Alajuela. Free WiFi access is available in this property in limited areas. The host was super nice, helpful and a great cook!
Hotel in San Rafael
Located in San Rafael, 44 km from Venado Caves, Cabinas El Pilón Río Celeste provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Great location, 10min walking distance to Rio Celeste trail entrance
Hotel in Los Chiles
Hotel Heliconia Los Chiles is located in Los Chiles. Featuring a garden, this 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Staff, location, breakfast, grounds.
Hotel in Alajuela City
Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites is located in Alajuela, just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaría International Airport. from the moment I walked in I felt welcomed. Jessica was an excellent host!
There are 956 hotels in Alajuela you can book on Booking.com.
Hotel Roca Negra Del Arenal, Arenal Manoa Resort & Hot Springs and San Bosco Inn are some of the popular hotels in Alajuela.
In addition to these hotels, Hotel Lomas del Volcan, Amor Arenal Adults Friendly and Nayara Springs - Adults Only are also popular in Alajuela.
Couples travelling in Alajuela loved staying at Nayara Springs - Adults Only, Nayara Gardens and Arenal Monara.
Similarly, these hotels in Alajuela are highly rated by couples: Guapote Lodge, Amor Arenal Adults Friendly and BAUMA.
On average, 3-star hotels in Alajuela cost £96 per night, and 4-star hotels in Alajuela are £181 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Alajuela can on average be found for £279 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £119 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Alajuela for tonight. You'll pay on average around £216 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Alajuela will cost around £333 (based on Booking.com prices).
Some of the best hotels in Alajuela near Rincon de la Vieja Volcano include Blue River Resort & Hot Springs, Cabañas Don Ramiro and Oski Lodge, Rain Forest Rincón de la Vieja.
For hotels in Alajuela that serve up a highly-rated breakfast, try Celeste Mountain Lodge, Vida Mountain Resort & Spa Adults Only and La Anita Rain Forest.
Breakfast at these hotels in Alajuela are also highly rated: Palo Alto Glamping Hotel, Arenal Monara and Malekus Mountain Lodge.
Many families visiting Alajuela loved staying at Hotel Finca 360, BAUMA and Arenal Monara.
Similarly, La Anita Rain Forest, Hospedaje Alto Lechuza Zarcero and Malekus Mountain Lodge are also popular among family travellers.
Fortuna, Alajuela City and Quesada are popular with other travellers visiting Alajuela.
Hospedaje Alto Lechuza Zarcero, Nayara Springs - Adults Only and Hotel Finca 360 have received great reviews from travellers in Alajuela regarding the views from their hotel rooms.
Guests staying in Alajuela also spoke highly of the views from the rooms at Celeste Mountain Lodge, BAUMA and Vida Mountain Resort & Spa Adults Only.
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Alajuela this weekend is £113 or, for a 4-star hotel, £208. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Alajuela for this weekend cost on average around £326 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
Great hostel for a night stay in Alajuela, close to the airport and to the bus terminal. Friendly staff, free coffee in the morning even if breakfast isn't included. Hot water available, clean rooms, great bar/restaurant with a view on the 4th floor. Would definitely recommend!
Landing at the airport at night, we stayed in this city until morning because it is close. San jose is much further away. We only used this town so we would not be travelling around costa rica at night. Night life in alajuela was a little scary, but during the day it was much mre comfortable. Public bus in alajuela took us straight to la fortuna the next morning. It is smarter to stay in alajuela verse san jose if you need short accomodations for travel to and from airport.
Alajuela is the best place to stay when arriving or leaving San Jose. Getting to the town center is a little difficult, just because of traffic. However, the taxi drivers are helpful and fair. It can be challenging finding a place to eat in the evening, but we found some good food in a coffee shop about 2 blocks off the center. The plaza was lively with families and a marimba band.
We spent 3 nights at a comfortable hotel relaxing after 6 weeks travelling around Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Alajuela is not a tourist town but it does have an international airport.
Alajuela has nothing to offer for tourist, even the exhibition at the only museum was closed. It is very convenient to and fro to the airport and maybe a day to visit the poas vulcano and the chocolate or coffee tour
Alajuela is a nicer city than San Jose. People feel safe to walk the streets there even at night. It is only a $6 taxi ride to or from the airport and buses are even less costly. We didn't do much there except to rest, eat dinner that night and breakfast the next morning and prepare to fly back to the states the next day. There are several parks around the city that help to break up the side by side buildings, noise and heavy traffic with green and tranquility.
We based our first and last nights here as it is close to the airport and Volcan Poas. I have visited Costa Rica before and last time I went to San Jose from the airport - this time was a much better plan! Alajuela is much more of a local town and a lot less hectic than SJO, no need to go that extra distance to the capital when you can get everywhere from here, and taxi transfers can pick you up at Dennys near the airport to go off to other places in Costa Rica, so no need to even go to the big city at all if you want a totally city-free holiday. We didnt have time to look around the town itself, but we did stay in a brilliant little budget hotel on the way to Poas.
If you have a late afternoon or evening arrival flight, or an early departure flight, Alajuela is the perfect location to stay for starting or ending your Costa Rican travels. It's only a few minute cab or shuttle ride from SJO. Getting to or from central San Jose can take an hour or more. I highly recommend Resturante Monteleone - down the street from Hotel Cortez Azul. It offered the best meal of our 2 week trip and Deb and I didn't mind spending $70.00 US (included tip) on meals, drinks (4), desert & coffee as we practiced our Spanish with Ronald, our delightful waiter.
I like the free airport shuttle and the hot showers. I didn't like the general vibe of the hostel. There were no comfortable common spaces and no kitchen. Alajuela, in my opinion, isn't a place I'd visit unless I have a very late arriving flight or early morning departing flight.
Visited Alajuela for an afternoon before flying home. Wouldn't go specially but it's very close to airport and much closer and cheaper to get to than San Jose
I loved everything about Garden’s House. I wish I had come a few days early to stay in this lovely little haven longer. It felt like a home away from home. Luis and Randall are experts in hospitality, and they have established a wonderfully comfortable, peaceful, and beautiful place for travelers to stay in Costa Rica. Value for price is excellent. Breakfast was delicious and the back patio was my favorite place to lounge. I would definitely come back to Garden’s House again, and I will recommend to anyone I know that plans to stay in Alajuela.
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The location is very close to the airport. Patricia was able to pick me up and help orient me to taking a bus to Monteverde. She went above and beyond to help out. In the morning her and Alexander made breakfast, a delicious typical Costa Rican breakfast! Delicious and filling. It's the perfect spot near the airport or to check out Alajuela. The room is simple but comfortable and clean. Private bathroom and comfy bed. I plan on staying there again!!
We were doing the whole "just flying in and passing through" thing for Alajuela but still wanted to visit the city, and this was a perfect choice for our short stay. We couldn't ask for a better location (couple minutes from town center) and the hotel itself was inviting and comfortable. The breakfast was a highlight on both mornings, in a cute sheltered open air space and delicious with fresh fruits and cooked rice/beans/eggs.
Great location for airport and for visiting the former capital of Alajuela (well worth it). Lovely small pool area and separate restaurant area with good food. Great to have an owner who cares about birds and who goes out of his way to attract birds to the sizeable garden. Regular haunt for birdwatchers on their way in or out of Costa Rica with free (morning) airport shuttle.
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The apartment's location is excellent, just a few meters away from shops and restaurants. You can walk from the apartment to Alajuela's downtown in just under 15 minutes and the trip from the airport is short, Damaris the caretaker was super friendly the whole time, she was always around if I needed anything. Overall it was a great experience.
Alajuela City
Uber ride from the apartment to the airport took less than 10 minutes. Located in a quiet, safe neighborhood in walking distance to downtown Alajuela. Apartment was spacious, clean, and had a washing machine and three comfy beds. Olga was exceptionally kind and ensured that we had everything we needed and more, e.g. coffee, creamer, and snacks too!
Grecia
Away from the hustle and bustle of Alajuela in a country setting. Parking and a restaurant on site. Restaurant was decent and reasonably priced. Owner was friendly and helpful. Room was pretty large and the bed was softer than the norm in Costa Rica. All in all a good place for us to spend an extra night while waiting for our luggage to arrive.
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Ex-hotel converted to dorms, which means every room has a bathroom. No trekking down a corridor to use a shower or bathroom. Superb location right next to the central square in Alajuela. Plenty of shops and eateries around. The best bit: free pick up from the airport. Nice! Staff were friendly and super helpful with information.
Río Segundo
immaculate, fully supplied apartment;best wifi we’ve had in Costa Rica (working on vacation) ; virtually new and very elegant; very secure gated community; washer/dryer to clean up 2 weeks of travel; central location between Alajuela and Heredia if you have a car or use Uber (Uber ride to downtown San Jose only cost us $10US)
The hotel was centrally located and close the airport. If you want to walk around downtown Alajuela, the location is great. It's in the middle of the city and noise is to be expected. However, when I woke up shortly after midnight on a Saturday it was quiet. However, by 5 a.m. you could hear cars tearing down the street.
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This place is a little haven on the outskirts of Alajuela. Great value, great staff, kitchen, and super relaxing garden area with cute cats. We are using it as our “keep coming back to” Costa Rica base. They drive you for a reasonable rate to the airport any time of day or night. Thank you Roman, Kim and Juan Carlos :)
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Great location in a safe/quiet neighbourhood very close to the airport. We had a spare afternoon so walk into the Alajuela town centre which has a lot of history. Breakfast was superb. Fresh fruit, eggs, toast and as much Costa Rican coffee as you like. Rooms were a good size and shower was hot and had good power.
Good location near Airport. Free shuttle Bus.Attentive staff.Clean quiet hotel. Breakfast - good. Tip - don’t go to nearest restaurants - they’re expensive and nothing special. Rather take Uber for 3-4 usd and go to better restaurant ( for example to Cevichitos Alajuela Centro - superb fresh food and reasonable prices)
The dome was so fun to stay in and the family that hosted us was so accommodating!!! They shuttled us to the poas volcano, the la Paz Waterfall, and into alajuela to our next hotel! We ordered food from them night 1 and it was delicious. All around it was a wonderful experience for us and we highly recommend it!
Alajuela City
I was welcomed by the owners Carmen and Felix. They are really thoughtful and will do everything to make your stay super comfortable. It is like coming home. The apartment has everything you need. The neighbourhood is perfectly located. Close to the airport and the town of Alajuela and a big shopping mall.
Alajuela City
Lovely little place just outside Alajuela. The gardens are beautiful with hummingbirds. The owners have two cute dogs. Breakfast was lovely. Unfortunately when we stayed the restaurant was closed but have heard its excellent! We only stayed one night but will return if we ever come back to Costa Rica.
Very cute hotel - just what we needed. The breakfast was delicious, the staff was friendly, and the courtyard was a great place to hang out. The hotel was centrally located in the city center of Alajuela, and a short drive from the airport. Would return when I come back to Alajuela!
Alajuela City
Very nice home cooked breakfast and a great view of local life from the front porch. This place was such a great alternative to hotel/condo stays! Highly recommend if you want to be close to Alajuela and San Jose but away from the noise and traffic. 5 minutes from the airport!
Alajuela City
A good value stay close to the airport in the central part of Alajuela. Staff was very nice and extremely helpful. Continental breakfast was fine. Found the hostel to be very clean. Excellent wifi and they brought a chair and desk to my room so I could work remotely.
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The perfect place to spend a night or two when passing through Alajuela! Laura is an incredibly kind and attentive host. I’ve stayed here almost a dozen times and recommend it to friends and travellers in Costa Rica :)