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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Alajuela City, Costa Rica

Check out our pick of great boutique hotels in Alajuela City

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Pura Vida Hotel is located in Alajuela and is surrounded by extensive tropical gardens. All the accommodations here feature garden or volcano views, plus it has a restaurant on site serving gourmet dinners with previous request.

Gorgeous garden and exceptional service. Innkeeper Berni will regale you with Costa Rican tales between the superb breakfast and organising trips for you. If you're only in Costa Rica for a brief visit as I was, it is essential you get some help to arrange things such as tours and drivers due to the laid back way the country operates. Pura Vida Hotel is close to the airport and Berni will help you with all the critical taxi details, including getting you to your flight on time despite San Jose traffic. This is a must stay.

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9.3
Superb
186 reviews
Price from
US$114.30
per night

Offering an outdoor pool, tropical gardens and a restaurant, Villa San Ignacio is located just 8 km from San José International Airport in Alajuela. Free WiFi access is available.

Each room here features period décor and handmade furniture. Rooms are air conditioned and include a private bathroom with a bath or shower and free toiletries.

Hotel is on outskirts - well away from town , so are quiet and clean. Staff efficient and super friendly . Rooms large , clean well appointed, the grounds are amazing, full of foliage, tropical trees, little paths- beautiful. Also we were there in off season, so we were almost alone there.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,510 reviews
Price from
US$79
per night

A convenient stay at the favorite hotel for travelers with complimentary transportation to and from the Juan Santamaria International Airport. Surrounded by a variety of dining options. Next to Mango Plaza and Walmart. Just 5 minutes from City Mall, the largest shopping mall in Central America. Excellent starting point to know the main tourist destinations.

Super convenient to the airport and there is a free shuttle. Good breakfast and next to a big Walmart if you need to get supplies.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,086 reviews
Price from
US$147.92
per night

Located in the suburbs of Alajuela, this design hotel has an outdoor pool, a lush garden and private parking. It also has an on-site restaurant offering Italian, French and typical local dishes for dinner.

Very well maintained buildings surrounded by beautiful gardens.

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8.3
Very good
476 reviews
Price from
US$96.61
per night

Tacacori EcoLodge is set in the Alajuela Hills, 15 minutes' drive from Juan Santamaría Internatrional Airport and only at 30 minutes' drive from Poas Volcano site. It offers a shared sun terrace, exotic gardens and a free continental breakfast.

This eco-lodge is designed in accordance with its environment and ecologically manages energy, water, waste and maintenance, it‘s a successful integration in a luxuriant environment.

Everything. From the incredibly committed amd passionate host to the amazing room in an amazing garden.

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8.9
Fabulous
208 reviews
Price from
US$122.94
per night

Hotel Buena Vista offers a solar-heated outdoor pool, free airport transfers and panoramic views of the Poás, Barva and lrazú Volcanoes, Costa Rica’s Central Valley and the city of San José.

Built in a Spanish colonial style, this charming resort offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a fan. The private bathrooms include a hairdryer.

Great place to stay when flying in or out of San Jose. Breakfast is included and so is the shuttle which was wonderful. We left early before the restaurant opened so they had a box breakfast and hot coffee and tea for us waiting with the shuttle! Excellent stay.

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8.4
Very good
357 reviews
Price from
US$155.32
per night

Offering an outdoor pool, Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites is located in Alajuela, just a 5-minute drive from Juan Santamaría International Airport. Free WiFi access, free buffet breakfast, and one free airport shuttle trip or one free parking during stay for all reservations with daily rates starting at $45 dollars per night.

The staff is super friendly and helps with anything you may need. The location is perfect; lots of restaurants and convenient shops for any last-minute stuff. Breakfast is great. The rooms are well equipped and the bathroom is big enough. The pool is awesome. Excellent hotel...I'll be back

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7.9
Good
3,247 reviews
Price from
US$55.55
per night

Located only 8 minutes’ drive from the Juan Santamaria International Airport, this executive hotel offers free Wi-Fi access throughout and sun terraces around the outdoor pool. Airport transportation is free of charge.

clean, calm & excellent restaurant!

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8.3
Very good
1,969 reviews
Price from
US$129.35
per night

Located in San Jose, Alameda Cariari features an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi access and a tour desk.

Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a cable TV, a minibar and a view of the property's garden.You will also find a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries.

Nice location, not too far from the airport, Very comfortable beds, super friendly staff.

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9.1
Superb
871 reviews
Price from
US$116.39
per night

Terrazas de Golf Boutique Hotel offers direct access to Cariari Golf Course and transportation to Juan Santamaría International Airport, which is 5 km away. It offers free WiFi, massage, free parking and 24-hour reception.

absolutely everything. fabulous place !

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9.3
Superb
205 reviews
Price from
US$118.65
per night

Boutique hotels that guests love in Alajuela City

  • From US$100.57 per night
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 57 reviews
    This is a lovely boutique hotel right next to the main road and airport, so if you want sleep use the ear plugs providedf
    Warren
    Jersey
  • From US$54.24 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 186 reviews
    The apartment is gorgeous. A home away from home. AS we were traveling on a budget this was by far the nicest place we stayed in Costa Rica, and one of the lest expensive too! The host is wonderful and very helpful. The apartment is laid out and decorated thoughtfully and the bed is super comfortable. The hot water in the shower actually works!
    J.P.
    Canada
  • From US$99 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,510 reviews
    Lovely little boutique hotel. A great stop off for a night following a long flight. Not too far from the airport. The restaurant is lovely, very tasty cocktails and the gardens and pool area very tranquil. A little oasis away from the hustle and bustle outside the gates.
    Grainne
    Ireland
  • From US$38.08 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 565 reviews
    The manager was incredibly friendly and helpful . The rooms were quiet and the design of the property pleasant. There was a nice garden to sit in and somewhere to hang out washing. A modest breakfast was included.
    Fiona Gomersall
    United Kingdom
  • From US$79.10 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 594 reviews
    It was a good typical breakfast. The pool was lovely and the view spectacular. The staff were friendly. Not their issue that the rooms shown when booking are not the room given on arrival. They are doing their best. This place has huge potential if managed correctly. Money needs to be invested. The Mirador del Valle restaurant is 300 meters from hotel. Same gorgeous view, excellent service and the food was amazing.
    Kimberley-Anne
    Canada
  • From US$99 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,510 reviews
    The interior design, the pool, the restaurant, pool table, breakfast to go bag, very friendly & helpful staff!
    Emily
    United Kingdom
  • From US$99 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,510 reviews
    The design of the common rooms in the house by the pool was very stylish and comfortable with attention to detail, with loads of armchairs, sofas, books to borrough - both downstairs and upstairs. Lovely art throughout. The food was delicious, perfectly cooked and served to order. Allergies taken into account. Staff was extremely helpful and lovely at reception, restaurant and housekeeping. Good view from sizeable room. Most comfortable bed of whole Costa Rica journey.
    Dagmar
    Germany
  • From US$73.45 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 652 reviews
    Very clean accommodation with a nice interior design.
    Nicole
    Germany
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews
    great design good location secure
    Stuart
    United Kingdom
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,091 reviews
    Really great spot to stay by the airport. Gorgeous historical home converted into a small boutique hotel. Hosts are fantastic, excellent communicators. I would highly recommend staying here to/from the airport.
    Marissa
    Costa Rica