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Our top choices for Central Market Alajuela hotels

A hallway with tiled flooring, dark wooden doors, and stone-patterned walls.

1. Velaz Guesthouse

Velaz Guesthouse
2.0 star property
La Agonía, 0.7 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and easy access with shuttle"
United States
Luke
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Velaz Guesthouse
A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

2. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.7 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,245 reviews)
"Easy airport location, good breakfast and helpful staff"
United States
Jeremy Lee
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Pool

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

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,771 reviews)
"Clean rooms and great amenities and excellent food and staff"
United States
Salvatore
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
A corridor with potted plants, a wooden door, and a metal gate.

4. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
3.0 star property
La Agonía, 0.8 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (616 reviews)
"Pretty central location and easy walking to many places. They were kind to give me late check in because of my flight. Simple room but everything I needed. Didn't get a chance to have breakfast but I am sure it would have been great."
United States
Gregory
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto
An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

5. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús, 0.2 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (632 reviews)
"Nice and affordable hotel in a cute town near the airport. Perfect for our one-night stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House
A modern hotel kitchen with a central island, dining area, and bar.

6. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
3.5 star property
1.7 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Well maintained, clean and great breakfast, close to airport"
United States
Merri Heather
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, rattan pendant lights, and a bar area.

7. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,706 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and conveniently located close to the airport and hire cars"
United Kingdom
Suresh
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

8. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos, 1.4 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,181 reviews)
"Great service, excellent breakfast and very close to the airport."
United States
Rosa
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

9. Hotel Mango

Hotel Mango
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,537 reviews)
"Close to the airport, will stay there again"
United States
Danny
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hotel Mango
Room

10. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful."
United States
Paul
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Toucan Hostel
A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

11. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
3.0 star property
Bajo Cornizal, 1.1 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (74 reviews)
"Randall was very kind and helpful!! We stayed here overnight before our next flight out and it was the perfect stop!!"
Canada
Travis
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
A swimming pool with a clear blue surface, surrounded by a building with arched doorways and potted plants.

12. Hacienda Escondida

Hacienda Escondida
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Central Market Alajuela
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"Clean room, beautiful property, great staff and breakfast. "
United States
Dana A
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hacienda Escondida
A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a TV. There is a large painting on the wall and a fountain in the background.

13. 1915 Hotel

1915 Hotel
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús, 0.3 km from Central Market Alajuela
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (97 reviews)
"Nice place to visit City and the 1915 hotel"
United States
Jose
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
1915 Hotel
A lounge area with a wooden bench, potted plants, and a tiled floor.

14. Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport

Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
3.5 star property
1.8 km from Central Market Alajuela
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a late arrival or catch a very early flight.. Spaces and clean... Will stay again next time if we arrived late or catch an early flight "
United States
Lam
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Aloj Entero 1km Juan Santamaría Airport
A corridor with wooden beams, a reception desk, and a potted plant.

15. La casona rio 2

La casona rio 2
3.0 star property
2.9 km from Central Market Alajuela
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Very cute family owned place, the room was clean and comfy, and the included breakfast was typical Costa Rican food and wad delicious! It is pretty noisy because of the airport and road close by but for one night after our plane landed late, it was very convenient."
Canada
Alice
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
La casona rio 2
A coffee shop interior with a bar counter, a coffee machine, and a glass display case.

16. Park View Hotel y Restaurante

Park View Hotel y Restaurante
2.5 star property
La Agonía, 0.3 km from Central Market Alajuela
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (132 reviews)
"O"
United States
David
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Park View Hotel y Restaurante
A breakfast plate with toast, scrambled eggs, sausages, and a rice dish, served on a white plate with a blue napkin and a white tablecloth.

17. Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Pacandé
2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús, 0.2 km from Central Market Alajuela
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (267 reviews)
"The breakfast was awesome!@ and the staff very helpful nice and cozy in the breakfast area!!"
United States
Juan
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Pacandé
A pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a staircase leading to a covered seating area.

18. Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Arroyo, 0.4 km from Central Market Alajuela
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (762 reviews)
"Great owners & staff . Always clean very convenient near airport"
Canada
Tracey
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
A beach scene with two white plastic lounge chairs and a palm tree.

19. Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
2.5 star property
El Carmen, 0.2 km from Central Market Alajuela
7.8 out of 10, Good, (63 reviews)
"1"
United States
Theodore
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel el Tucan Alajuela
A hallway with a bamboo wall, a potted plant, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

20. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen, 0.3 km from Central Market Alajuela
7.8 out of 10, Good, (247 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
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Compare top hotels near Central Market Alajuela

A hallway with tiled flooring, dark wooden doors, and stone-patterned walls.

Velaz Guesthouse

2.0 star property
La Agonía, 0.7 km from Central Market Alajuela
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A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 star property
1.7 km from Central Market Alajuela
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Pool

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3.0 star property
2.8 km from Central Market Alajuela
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A corridor with potted plants, a wooden door, and a metal gate.

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

3.0 star property
La Agonía, 0.8 km from Central Market Alajuela
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An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

2.5 star property
Corazón de Jesús, 0.2 km from Central Market Alajuela
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9.8
Exceptional
37 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,245 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,771 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
616 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
632 reviews
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
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  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Hotels recommended for families near Central Market Alajuela

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar, and a 'City Mall' sign.

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
3.5 star property
Los Molinos
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,181)
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Other attractions near Central Market Alajuela

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

8.8/10 (190 reviews)
Alajuela Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Alajuela, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the volcano viewpoints and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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Top Central Market Alajuela Hotel Reviews

A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose
Bajo Cornizal

10/10 Excellent

The property is close to airport. Welcoming staff, a simple but very pleasant room with nice garden. Clean bathroom with hot water, bug and soft towel. Good traditional CR breakfast.
Ireland
Martina
Reviewed January 15, 2023
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Central Market Alajuela?

Central Market Alajuela is located in an area of Alajuela known for its array of dining options, sporting events and popular theatre scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 109 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Central Market Alajuela?

Adjacent to Central Market Alajuela, Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a snack bar/deli and spa services. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Pacandé and Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall.

How many hotels are there close to Central Market Alajuela?

Expedia has 109 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Central Market Alajuela.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Central Market Alajuela, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Central Market Alajuela.

What can I see and do near Central Market Alajuela?

Local parks like Juan Santamaría Park, Central Park and Parque de Perros San Rafael are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Bring the family to Ojo de Agua Spa Park, Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center and Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm while you're checking out the area near Central Market Alajuela. A shopping trip to City Mall, Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center or Plaza Real Cariari might be the perfect place to find that souvenir you've been looking for.