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A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.
A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

1. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
Canada
Gregory
$101 nightly
$114 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a large plant in the corner.
A modern lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, a wall-mounted elevator, and decorative wall art.
A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.

2. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Cacique
United States
Natealyn
$114 nightly
$129 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.
A modern hotel lobby with a yellow sofa, blue armchairs, and a wooden coffee table. There are two paintings on the walls and a large window.
A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.

3. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Rio Segundo
Canada
Michael
$116 nightly
$131 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A nighttime outdoor pool area with multiple dining tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a TV.
A gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a pool view.
A restaurant with multiple dining areas, a bar, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Alexis
$82 nightly
$92 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area with sofas, a framed artwork on the wall, and a store named "SUNDRY SHOP" in the background.
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, a clear entrance, and a parking lot.

5. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Cacique
United States
Nidia
$105 nightly
$119 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.
A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

6. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Los Molinos
United States
Margaux
$114 nightly
$129 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a city view.
A modern high-rise building with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent red logo on the side.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large digital display.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

7. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
La Sabana
United States
Chandler
$122 nightly
$138 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.
A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.
A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.
A modern living room with a round coffee table, green armchairs, and a grey sofa. There is a large window with sheer curtains and a view of greenery outside.

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
Ciudad Cariari
United States
Jose
$109 nightly
$123 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees
Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose
A swimming pool with a bench, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a building in the background.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a patterned wall, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern office space with patterned chairs, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a stone-paved courtyard, and lush greenery.

9. Irazu Hotel & Studios

Irazu Hotel & Studios
Uruca
United States
Everardo
$108 nightly
$122 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Irazu Hotel & Studios
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.
A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.
A lobby with a Christmas tree, wicker furniture, and a reception desk.

10. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
Cacique
Mexico
Jorge Isai
$97 nightly
$110 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Mango
A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A spacious, modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, a glass railing, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A pool area with sun loungers and a bar.
A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a long counter with multiple shelves of bottles, and three bar stools.

11. AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen

AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
La Ribera
United States
Allistaire
$152 nightly
$172 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
AC Hotel San Jose Airport Belen
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a partition with vertical lines.
A modern dining area with wicker chairs and a wooden table, surrounded by potted plants and abstract art on the walls.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a mounted TV, wooden paneling, a gray sofa with a yellow cushion, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
Pozos
United States
David
$93 nightly
$105 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'Wyndham Garden' sign, and well-lit windows.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, hanging pendant lights, and a large abstract painting.
A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a minimalist design.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large abstract mural.

13. Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Jason
$122 nightly
$138 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'eLoft' sign, multiple floors, and a covered entrance area.
A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring high ceilings with exposed beams, hanging pendant lights, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and ottomans arranged for socializing.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.

14. Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica

Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
Pozos
United States
Hans
$97 nightly
$110 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
A modern office space with a large window, a desk with computers, two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the orange wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen counter.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and lush greenery.

15. City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica

City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
Ulloa
United States
Nidia
$74 nightly
$84 total
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
A modern lobby with a high ceiling, geometric light fixtures, and contemporary furniture.
A modern bar area with a large flat-screen TV, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar area, and seating.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a modern building with a glass facade, and a sign for "PIZZA REPUBLICA".

16. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
Santa Ana
United States
Ronald
$114 nightly
$129 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose
An infinity pool with a thatched roof, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A symmetrical building with a central atrium, surrounded by palm trees and featuring large windows and balconies.
A buffet setup with various food items and dishes.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a barbecue grill, and a table with drinks and fruits.

17. Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
San Rafael
United States
Noel
$80 nightly
$90 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by cushioned seating and plants.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, wooden cabinets, and a round dining table with black chairs.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a television, and a sign indicating a kitchen area.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

18. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Duane
$119 nightly
$135 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
An outdoor bar area with seating and a view of a modern building.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, wooden shelving units, and a stone wall in the background.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, multiple bar stools, and a wine rack.
A modern multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating areas, and a landscaped courtyard.

19. AC Hotel San Jose Escazu

AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Carlos
$152 nightly
$172 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Total with taxes and fees
AC Hotel San Jose Escazu
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and a central atrium.
A modern living room with a TV, sofas, a coffee table, and a staircase.
A modern reception area with a counter, a decorative plant, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a large painting, and a unique light fixture.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu

Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
San Rafael
United States
Gregory
$144 nightly
$162 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees
Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu
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Barceló San José

Barceló San José

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$75 nightly
$84 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (2,139 reviews)
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Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

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$126 nightly
$142 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Centric San José Escazú
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Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
$175 nightly
$198 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Total with taxes and fees
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Just minutes from Juan Santamaría International Airport, Alajuela's Central Market buzzes with local crafts and tropical fruits worth sampling. Visit the butterfly farm at La Paz Waterfall Gardens or explore Poás Volcano National Park in the surrounding highlands for impressive crater views.

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Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

10/10 Excellent
"Fue una estancia maravillosa..."
Dixan 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

8/10 Good
"I stayed here over night because of a missed flight so I didn'treally get to see much. It was a nice comfortable and quiet place."
Brandon 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
Airport SJO5 min -Marianas Apartments

Airport SJO5 min -Marianas Apartments

8/10 Good
"Hard too locate. Luckily I got message from hotel with Whatsapp phone so my Uber driver could contact mgmt to get points of reference such as "across of Pali". The location was great very close (70 meters) from Puente Villa Bonita to catch bus to Cobano, Puntarenas via "Transportes Cobano"."
RODOLFO 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
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Hotel Alajuela

8/10 Good
"The guy at the front desk was so kind and helped me so much! He was super sweet and understanding"
Amelia 2-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
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Stada

Stada

10/10 Excellent
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Nori 4-night trip
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Three Star Hotel Guide for Alajuela

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Alajuela, San José are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Alajuela, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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From business trips to family getaways, the Alajuela 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Alajuela?
Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica, around 7 mi south of downtown Alajuela, is an Expedia customer favorite. A terrace and a cafe are just two of its amenities. Residencias Villas Torres Del Campo is another 3-star hotel recommended by travelers. It offers a garden and a barbecue grill, and is approximately 7 mi southeast of the city center.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Alajuela?
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