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Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

2.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat near Central Park with spa treatments and massages, while multilingual staff provide assistance for a seamless city experience

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Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House, near Central Park, offers a quiet escape with a spa, massage services, and a peaceful garden. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and 24-hour front desk assistance with tours and tickets.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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A room with a bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, a desk, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a vase of flowers, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Room, Private Bathroom (Superior Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, Private Bathroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, Private Bathroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, Private Bathroom (Superior Room) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Private Bathroom (Superior Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Room - Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Room - Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room - Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Near a metro station, Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House is in Agonía, a walkable area in Alajuela with great airport proximity. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Central Park and Poás Volcano National Park, while Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center and Amusement Park San Jose are popular area attractions. Ready for a night out? Consider Parque Viva. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Alajuela travel guide
Map
Avenida 3, Calles 2 y Central, 25 Este de Museo Juan Santamaria, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • A historic church with a red roof and two bell towers, surrounded by a dense urban area with various buildings and a distant mountain range.
    Alajuela Cathedral
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A statue of a soldier holding a sword and a cannon in a square with flags and a building in the background.
    Juan Santamaría Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Central Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Juan Santamaria Historical Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station
    18 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rest. Primer Sabor
    1 min walk
  • Cevichera Junior
    4 min walk
  • Café Delicias
    2 min walk
  • Kurcuma Artisanal Food
    4 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 10 per night)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured self parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Secured self parking fee: USD 10 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10 per night(328 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 2.26 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House located?

Located in Agonía, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Central Park and City Mall. Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center and Parque Viva are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 566 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 566 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 566 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 566 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 566 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khalida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really wonderful and accommodating staff. Excellent breakfast, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armandina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Alajuela . Walking distance to great restaurants, cafes, shopping and strolling. Super comfortable bed, nice breakfast and helpful staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KARNDEEP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very helpful with recommendations
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Breakfast was delicious. Very friendly and helpful staff. We will return if we need to stay in San José.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dyrelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding service! I will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, great breakfast, amazing, felt like we touched the heart of costa rica!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute, clean place with friendly staff. We had a double room with shared bathroom. Great place to stay for a day or 2.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived very late at night and both the front desk man and the security guard were outside and waiting to help us get out of the taxi. Very central location. Basic yet unique and very well cared for little bnb style hotel. The breakfast was a wonderful bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean, bed is comfortable. There's no air conditioning, but the ceiling fan was good enough for beginning of April.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy spot for an overnight. Nice staff and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
House has lots of character, staff are friendly and helpful, breakfast was good and included. Rooms were basic but very clean, bed was comfortable and shower had plenty of hot water!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Almost like a B&B. Room and public areas were very clean. Staff wax excellent. The only drawback was I couldn't get warm water out of the shower. Otherwise, no complaints and recommended as a consideration against the $200/night mega hotels near the airport. We were only an 8 minute cab ride from the airport. You could actually walk to the airport depending on how much baggage you have.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a quiet oasis in a busy neighborhood conveniently close to the airport. The staff is very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place was absolutely adorable! We felt safe and secure staying here as well as walking around the neighborhood to go to and from dinner each night. The staff was helpful and friendly as well. The breakfast was amazing and they had a few great options as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room! Friendly staff! We had to park at the public lot around the corner as the parking was full, but it was secure and had 24/7 security!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here! Such a great location for airport transit, and the hotel itself has so much character. Friendly staff. Good value for money as well. I’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good spot near the airport. Clean place, good brakefast. Plenty of things around. Staff is nice and helpful. A bit noisy, the walls and doors are thin, but for the price, everything was perfect. ***Only one parking space. You need to reserve in advance (10U$D). REALLY narrow(!) but manageable with a medium sized car (Hyundai Tucson)***
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robabeh

The staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is in a good location, close to the square. A solid choice if you need to be close to the airport. No shuttle but they have one paid parking space (10 USD/night).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Manoj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was a downer. Coming from the US at 1am in the morning in this dark house wasn't the first impression I had imagined. But I understand that it is a very small private property made into a hotel which it is not. It's more like a BnB. Room was small and bathroom was smaller. It's fine for one night at the rate you won't find anything else in town. Airport is pretty far from San Jose city, about an hour outside. This property was only 10 minutes from the airport so that was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and plenty of towels. Staff helpful. Only a few mins walk to the town square, nice places to eat close by.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great AC,room was clean,included breakfast was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent staff, and great breakfast! Pura Vida
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025