Hotel Alajuela

Property class: 3

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Reviews

5.8 out of 10
Hotel Alajuela provides free full breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a blue wall.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a blue wall.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a pillow, a blanket, and a pair of towels.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, one with a red blanket and the other with a white blanket. There is a painting on the green wall and a window with a view of a building.

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a large window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

El Carmen, a neighborhood in Alajuela, is home to Hotel Alajuela. Cariari Golf Course and Cariari Bowling Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Central Market Alajuela. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at National Stadium of Costa Rica, or consider a night out at Parque Viva. Visit our Alajuela travel guide
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Alajuela,, Alajuela, Alajuela Province, 4050

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 - 0.2 km
  • 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
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Central Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Juan Santamaria Historical Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Central Market Alajuela
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • La Tortilleria
    2 min walk
  • Subway Alajuela Centro
    2 min walk
  • La Hendija Sabrosa
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    1 min walk
  • Pizza Hut
    3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alajuela

  • Hotel located in El Carmen
  • Hotel Alajuela provides free full breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
    • ATM/banking services
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel Alajuela offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, 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

  • Free offsite parking from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Alajuela pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Alajuela?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Alajuela?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Alajuela located?

Located in El Carmen, this hotel is steps from Central Park, Juan Santamaría Park, and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum. Alajuela Cathedral and Central Market Alajuela are just steps away.

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

Hotel Alajuela Reviews

5.8

5.6

Cleanliness

5.0

Amenities

7.0

Staff & service

5.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cook Made one of the Best and Delicious Breakfast from my Trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable hotel, a good location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice hotel with a very affordable price, not for demanding clients, still clean, super comfy located and the stuff service is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great hotel, great location

The hotel was absolutely fabulous. The staff was outstanding. And the location was perfect. I certainly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Very nice staff with home cooked typical breakfast. Had a very comfy mattress which is rare for local Costa Rican motels. The property is older which makes it more charming than the chain hotels. Support local families instead of big CEO’s and make a positive difference in the communities you stay in!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely friendly atmosphere, nice stay, though the room is noisy, because there is a park outside, if you need to sleep well and sensitive to noise, it won't be your option. However, the room is spacious and clean. And you are 1 minute walk from the center. the stuff is super friendly and breakfast is delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon arrival there is nowhere good to stop to be dropped off by an uber. During the daytime it was not bad to walk around outside, come night time i would not reccommend leaving the hotel. Our room was not clean, the bathroom had hair all over the ground in the corners. The room we had was directly adjacent to a busy street where cars drove over a metallic grate that rattled your brain every time a car drove over it. There was also a one inch gap between the window and the casing around the window allowing all the sounds odors and bugs from the street to enter the room. The staff was nice enough. But after spending a couple of hours in the room we actually decided we dont want to spend the night there and found a better accomodation. If you were a cochroach from a crack den i would reccommend this hotel. Otherwise i would do everything in my power to stay clear. We were a little upset because from what i found online it was mostly 3 star reviews. We thought it would be good enough for a short stay before flying out in the early morning. For that reason im being very detailed in my review to hopefully save someone the headache my girlfriend and i had while traveling.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's the example of "you get what you pay for" It's a very old building and it looks dirty even if it's not. We don't received housekeeping service until the 5th day. The staff were excellent!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guy at the front desk was so kind and helped me so much! He was super sweet and understanding
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Three room and the hotel was very clean. They offered breakfast. Everything is a little old and there is no AC but i knew what I was getting and overall I am happy. Great staff. Parking was 4 blocks away. I did not like that.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So bad
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you. Perfect for the emergency
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like it because it was clean, had all I need i was well help when I need it the hotel is in a good spot to goo buy stuff the receptionist was educated.i had everything I really felt fantastic I recommend it to everyone!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very noisy! No parking. Water pressure was almost ZERO.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very friendly but the room was so loud with the traffic outside! We had a very hard time sleeping with the constant truck and motor traffic. The windows do not keep out any noise. My usual earplugs that help me sleep in noisy areas were no match to this level of noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff said it had free parking. When I came they asked me to park at one parking lot as there is no parking in the hotel. That parking lot was full so hotel asked me to park at different parking lot but that parking lot closes overnight. So hotel staff asked to park at 3rd parking lot at my own expense. I had to pay for the parking and hotel won't reimburse me. Room was tiny. Just fitted 2 beds. The bathroom was disgusting with stains all over the floor and I side the shower . Floor was dirty. In morning water stopped working at 8 am and it was turned on at 10am. Noise started in the hotel at 6am. Never ever stay in this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was helpful and great but I was given a room on 3rd floor had to carry heavy suitcase up and clearly the room had not been used for a very long time, the tap water was brown for the first minute And the fan on ceiling had chunks of dust on it So I guess you get what you pay for so it’s ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel should not be listed on your site. The room was incredibly unclean, the photos did not match the listing, it did not have the amenities it claimed to have, and immediately upon arriving we were warned by fellow travelers that their room had been broken into and possessions had been taken. We hardly slept out of disgust and fear, and left as soon as we were able.
The unmade bed.
The murder-like smears and stains on the walls.
The absolutely disgusting couch that had crumbs and debris in the cracks, and damage on the arm.
The gross bathroom, with an open shampoo packet someone clearly used as a substitute for the hand soap that wasn't provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not choose this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
The room is very noisy, you can hear people in other rooms and noise from the road
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location is great for different food options, easy transport to the airport. Staff were friendly and helpful. Facilities were a bit outdated. Definitely need to bring earplugs as the hotel is near a busy park, other commercial places where dances, music and all that comes out at weird night hours. People with loud radios on the streets, so earplugs are a must if staying in this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The fan needs to be replaced or install an air conditioning, because the fans are very noisy which is impossible to sleep with while it's on. They should do something about the wall to have sound proof because it's a diaster noise that disturbs us the whole night, we didn't sleep well at all. All night long it was very noisy from the street. We won't be back! If anyone needs to have a peaceful sleep this is not a place for you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

All good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Outside noise

It was ok But my room was on the street view and there was a water sewer loose on the corner and every single car make a lot of noise when drive on top of it. Very loud. Can’t let us rest well
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025