Rio Segundo

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Runway airport city mountains panorama view from airplane Costa Rica.
Runway airport city mountains panorama view from airplane Costa Rica.
Cathedral of Alajuela church Central Park in Alajuela Costa Rica.
The Juan Santamaria airport is not very big but I loved the art they display that represents their fauna.
Juan Santamaría Intl Airport
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is ₩239,932 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
₩239,932
₩271,123 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,485 reviews)
Clean, perfect for a few days stay. Staff is courteous. Shuttles to airport on time.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport Rio Segundo Alajuela
Fully refundable
The price is ₩279,628 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
₩279,628
₩315,980 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,609 reviews)
Clean room.

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich, Alajuela
The price is ₩317,104 per night from Mar 21 to Mar 22
₩317,104
₩358,327 total
Mar 21 - Mar 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,290 reviews)
We needed a quick one night stay after flying into San Jose at midnight and this place was perfect! Breakfast was delicious and the shuttle was seamless. We almost always get placed in an accessibility room when we book through Expedia, which is very interesting since we're young and active adults. ...

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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.
Nina´s - Juan Santamaria

Nina´s - Juan Santamaria

3 out of 5
Calle Las Américas, Invu Las Cañas 1 Rio Segundo Alajuela Province
Stay at this apartment in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free airport pick-up, and a garden. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and City Mall are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (60 reviews)
Quick and easy check in.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Nina´s - Juan Santamaria
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

3.5 out of 5
Rio Segundo Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this apartment in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews)
Edward was wonderful at communicating and answering questions. The rooms were very hot, as the air conditioner did not fully cool any of the rooms. A black out curtain would be helpful in the front bedroom, especially when the car parked literally right in front of the window after we went to bed. ...

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia
Senderos Apartment, Self Check-in, Aeropuerto SJO

Senderos Apartment, Self Check-in, Aeropuerto SJO

3 out of 5
300 NORTE URBANIZACIÓN EL SENDERO Rio Segundo Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this apartment in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, premium TV channels, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Casino Fiesta ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
We stayed there for a night. It was kind of tiny and the bathroom was especially tiny. I would not recommend a long stay but is a convenient place close to the airport.

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Senderos Apartment, Self Check-in, Aeropuerto SJO
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.

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Reviews of Rio Segundo

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
27
5 - Excellent 24%
4 - Good
50
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
33
3 - Okay 30%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Good meal at nearby restaurant, though it was not the Denny's near the casino. Owner Flor is excellent. Very welcoming and helpful. We would stay there again if and when we return to Costa Rica.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Rio Segundo is alright. Nothing wrong with the area at all. Good place to look into Costa Rican history. I'm just not much of a city person myself.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The area is not very nice, but the hotel security is very good and there was no need to get out

3/5 - Okay

Jim&Ruth

We spent two nights in Rio Segundo, when we first arrived in Costa Rica, and again, as we were leaving. Because of its proximity to the SJO Airport, Rio Segundo is a great jumping off spot for visiting the rest of the country.

5/5 - Excellent

Conner

Great place to crash on your way to Pavones to surf! 10 out 10 for surfing!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Close to airport. Nearby casino was really odd. Only let you bet max bet. Only way to fix it was get small denominations, then go ahead and max bet. After that you can repeat bet,

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