Alajuela Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Alajuela
Our guide on where to stay in Alajuela
Find the best Alajuela areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Montenegro
Though Montenegro may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum.
Corazón de Jesús
While visiting Corazón de Jesús, you might make a stop by sights like Central Market Alajuela and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum.
El Carmen
While El Carmen isn't home to many top sights, City Mall and Central Market Alajuela are some notable places to visit nearby.
Los Molinos
While there might not be top attractions in Los Molinos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like City Mall and Plaza Real Alajuela.
Bajo Cornizal
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bajo Cornizal and surrounding area, you can visit City Mall and Central Market Alajuela.
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
The price is NZ$240 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$240
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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 ...
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central Alajuela
The price is NZ$72 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$72
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (629 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
C. La Haya Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela
The price is NZ$74 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$74
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
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.
5 min from the Airport | Transportation | Swimming pool | Gym I Comfort
Alajuela Alajuela
Stay at this apartment in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and City Mall are located ...
4/10 (1 review)
"No pre inspection and no exit inspection done. The listing says sleeps 6. The host tried to charge us extra because there was four guests. The quote I got was same if there was 3 or 6 guests. Because I booked for 3 and showed up a total of 4! the host sent extra guest payment request. When I asked ..."
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Entire Comfy apartment for your, 5 min SJO airport
Alajuela Costa Rica
Stay at this apartment in Alajuela. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions City Mall and Central Market Alajuela are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"The Apartment was very clean and had most of the basic necessities. Directions to the house were confusing and we ended up knocking on doors to find the right place. But once we got there Kevin was very. accommodating and showed us everything of the apartment. It was also very convenient to the airport, ..."
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026
Charming house 5 min SJO airport with parking in a gated community
Alajuela Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this holiday home in Alajuela. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions City Mall and Juan Santamaría Park are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
"Location was good. We felt safe and it was easy to find. Beds/bedding was in good shape. The layout of the house was a bit "odd" but no problems or issues. We had some insects in the house (mostly ants). I assume that's jungle living and it wasn't an issue."
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
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.
Stay near popular Alajuela attractions
Activities
San Jose: Central Market Bites and Sights Walking Tour
NZ$52
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
San Jose by Night: Small Group Food and Culture Tour with Dinner
NZ$111
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio
NZ$151
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Jose Airport: Shared Shuttle from/to La Fortuna
NZ$95
per adult
Alajuela: Coffee Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting
NZ$62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
