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Villa San Ignacio

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Lobby sitting area
Garden view
Terrace/patio
Villa San Ignacio welcomes travelers with comforts. Book a massage or lounge by the pool. Pandora restaurant serves international cuisine, and in-room WiFi keeps you connected. Kids enjoy the arcade/game room, and luggage storage adds convenience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | View from room

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds - Road Facing

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds - Road Facing | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds - Road Facing

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms - No A/C

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Route 107, 50 Este del Cruce de Grecia - Poás, Tambor

What's nearby

  • Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Juan Santamaría Park - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 10 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • City Mall - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Parque Viva - 14 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Cemetery Station - 28 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Delicias del Maíz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pandora - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Cevichito - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar Hunter's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Parrillita de Pepe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Villa San Ignacio

Family-friendly hotel near the airport
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Villa San Ignacio. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Pandora, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/game room.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and a computer station
  • Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Villa San Ignacio feature perks such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Pandora

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 22.5 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 23 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 22.5 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Villa San Ignacio Hotel Tambor
Villa San Ignacio Hotel
Villa San Ignacio Tambor
Villa San Ignacio
Villa San Ignacio Hotel Alajuela
Villa San Ignacio Alajuela
Orquideas Hotel Alajuela
Villa San Ignacio Costa Rica/Alajuela
Villa San Ignacio Hotel
Villa San Ignacio Tambor
Villa San Ignacio Hotel Tambor

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa San Ignacio have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa San Ignacio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa San Ignacio?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa San Ignacio?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Villa San Ignacio?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Villa San Ignacio provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 23 per vehicle applies.

Where is Villa San Ignacio located?

Located near the airport, this family-friendly hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Central Market Alajuela, Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center, and Plaza Real Alajuela. City Mall and Central Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Villa San Ignacio Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 696 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 696 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 696 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 696 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 696 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place but mostly staff was top notch
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yuemei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and service. Saw plenty of butterflies around the hotel. Short drive to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent property with great breakfast view and food and service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful, the staff was very nice and helpful. Pura Vida!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only there one night but it was such a treat in such a busy crazy area, felt very safe and calm within it. Staff is amazing, wish we had more time to explore the beautiful property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fairly basic rooms but clean and comfy beds and shower was good Lovely gardens, we enjoyed watching the army ants carry leaves along the path Pool was nice to sit by in the afternoon and for a refreshing dip Breakfast was delicious, good coffee Enjoyed cocktail hour with crisps and dips
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean. Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place. The room was beautiful, food was out of this world and staff was courteous and professional. The gardens and plants are mind blowing. You can spend the day walking and discovering! This is a must stay place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 stars

Butiful place ! 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel about a half an hour from the airport, even during traffic hours. The pool is splendid, and the restaurant very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect stop for our last evening before catching an early flight home. Property is peaceful and beautiful, staff is very friendly and helpful, food at restaurant was surprisingly good. I would highly recommend as a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little oasis about half an hour from the airport. A great place to spend our first night in Costa Rica instead of rushing off somewhere after our plane landed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, restaurant fine, pretty grounds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how well we were treated. The resort staff ensured that we had a great room that best suited my family of 4 adults. The staff were helpful, the room was clean, the restaurant was great! Thank you for helping to make our trip amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hansi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel near to Poás Volcano Park as well as to San José.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable, temperature in the room was comfortable and adjustable, and staff were all wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and safe property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kerim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Don't hesitate

Can highly recommend a oasis near the airport very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cutest boutique hotel and such beautiful grounds and dining. Very quiet and quaint and the staff were all so amazing and accommodating! An overall lovely, relaxing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Hotel

Lovely rooms and grounds. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and peaceful place

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely vegetation, lots of birds, swimming pool, pool table, nice breakfast, option for dinner. Dining area has outside and inside options so it's OK if it rains.

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the lush, tropical landscaping and volcano views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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