The Best Hotels Closest to Alajuela Cathedral in San José - 2026 Updated Prices

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A narrow, tiled corridor with hanging plants and a wicker chair.

A covered patio area with a hammock, potted plants, and a tiled floor.

An outdoor seating area with wooden furniture, a brick wall, and a window with a view of the sky.

A wooden table with blue placemats, a bench, and a view of lush greenery through a barred window.

1. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

Bajo Cornizal, 1.3 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Manon

Rp693.245

Rp783.367 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A corridor with tiled flooring, doors on both sides, and a view of an outdoor area with a table and chairs through an open door at the end.

A modern building with a curved glass facade and a statue of a person on a pedestal.

A courtyard with patterned tiles, a stone bench, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

2. Velaz Guesthouse

La Agonía, 0.5 km from Alajuela Cathedral

VERONICA

Rp808.906

Rp914.063 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A hammock swing with a metal frame and netting, set against a backdrop of greenery and a clear sky.

A cozy outdoor seating area with a hammock, a checkered table, and a bar with a variety of bottles.

A glass table with two white chairs and a woven placemat, set against a backdrop of sheer curtains and a grey drape.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, two bar stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

3. Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

3.1 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Jocelyn

Rp1.046.926

Rp1.183.027 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a large TV screen displaying a movie.

A hotel room with two beds, a coffee machine, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

1.6 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Jessica

Rp1.799.618

Rp2.033.568 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A lush indoor garden with dense foliage and a wooden walkway.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a blue barrel. There are chairs and a table in the dining area.

A café with wooden walls, a coffee machine, a blue barrel, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a glass table, a potted plant, a bed with a towel, a painting on the wall, and a shower area.

5. Terida Airport B&B

3.1 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Alex

Rp898.205

Rp1.014.913 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A corridor with a wall-mounted light fixture, a potted plant, and a view into a dining area with tables and chairs.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a sink.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

A white door with a metal number '3' plate.

6. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

La Agonía, 0.5 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Laura

Rp1.484.881

Rp1.677.916 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a chair, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

A stationary bike in a gym with a digital display and a mirror.

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.

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

2.7 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Kyle

Rp1.959.980

Rp2.214.777 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A checkered table set outdoors with breakfast items including toast, eggs, fruit, and beverages.

A room with a bed, a wooden bench, a small table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a window with curtains.

A pool area with stone flooring, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with outdoor seating.

A pathway leading to a building with a tiled roof and a covered porch.

8. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

3 km from Alajuela Cathedral

nadia

Rp1.348.288

Rp1.523.617 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor garden area with a pergola, various plants, and a stone pathway.

A spacious living area with a leather sofa, ottoman, and a wooden floor. A hallway leads to a door with a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with a wooden counter, hanging wine glasses, and tropical fruits like bananas and pineapple.

A hotel with a sign reading "LAJUELA CITY Hotel & Guest House".

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Corazón de Jesús, 0.2 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Jason

Rp420.950

Rp596.480 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A well-lit outdoor patio area with string lights, a small table, and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a grassy lawn.

A neatly made bed with a floral-patterned bedspread, a basket of towels, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

A hallway with a blue door, a white-framed window, and potted plants.

A covered outdoor area with steps leading to a gated entrance, surrounded by potted plants and a clear sky.

10. Alice y Juancito Boutique Hotel

La Agonía, 0.3 km from Alajuela Cathedral

malcolm

Rp751.128

Rp848.775 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, wooden tables and chairs, a central bar area, and artwork on the walls.

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.

A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

11. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

2.6 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Juan

Rp1.914.010

Rp2.162.831 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a sign reading "COURTYARD."

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 hotel lobby with a large digital display on the wall, a seating area with a red accent wall, and a carpeted floor.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of an outdoor swimming pool.

12. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

1.6 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Kimberly

Rp2.105.197

Rp2.378.873 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A terracotta pot with a green plant on a wooden table in a room with a dining area and a staircase.

A wooden dining table with benches in a room with a tiled floor and a wooden door.

A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a sofa with blue cushions, a wooden bench, and a staircase with a railing.

A living room with two brown sofas, a glass coffee table, and a potted plant.

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

Bajo Cornizal, 1.3 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Travis

Rp573.003

Rp647.580 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

A modern bar area with wicker chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a partition with vertical slats.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos, 1.4 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Nicole

Rp1.972.453

Rp2.228.872 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a cup.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and hanging plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a woven chair, a macrame wall hanging, and a window with curtains.

15. Hotel Mango

2.7 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Robert

Rp1.576.893

Rp1.781.889 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A building with a balcony, a gate, and a well-maintained garden.

A building with a central arched entrance, surrounded by a garden with palm trees and a paved walkway.

16. Hacienda Escondida

2.4 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Dana A

Rp1.555.511

Rp1.757.727 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with bamboo furniture, surrounded by potted plants and a view of a lush garden.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A pathway flanked by dense foliage and illuminated by green lights, leading to a building with a visible entrance.

17. Trapp Family Country Inn

2.7 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Nancy

Rp1.565.757

Rp1.769.305 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

18. Toucan Hostel

2.4 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Henry

Rp549.204

Rp620.600 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A room with wicker furniture, a wooden cabinet, and hanging plants.

A modern interior with a dining area, a living room, and a kitchen.

A pathway leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and tall palm trees.

A dining area with wooden chairs, a yellow table, and a potted orchid.

19. Casa Maria Airport B&B

3.2 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Celeste

Rp1.469.985

Rp1.661.172 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two red armchairs, a bench, and a patterned floor.

A hallway with a tiled floor, a wooden chair, a large vase, a framed painting, and a potted plant.

20. 1915 Hotel

Corazón de Jesús, 0.3 km from Alajuela Cathedral

Jose

Rp1.103.647

Rp1.247.082 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Alajuela Cathedral

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose	9.8 Exceptional 254 reviews	View
Velaz Guesthouse	9.8 Exceptional 35 reviews	View
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia	9.8 Exceptional 202 reviews	View
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela	9.4 Exceptional 1,208 reviews	View
Terida Airport B&B	9.6 Exceptional 301 reviews	View

Top Alajuela Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"It was very easy to get to the airport from there"

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay"

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Nice accommodations and a nice pool, as well. The shuttle to the airport in the morning was a bonus. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

8/10 Good

"1"

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"

1915 Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Close to the airport, several places to eat within a couple blocks. Room and bed were comfortable."

Hotel Pacandé

10/10 Excellent

"Always clean and friendly staff. Have stayed a few times already!"

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

10/10 Excellent

"Fue una estancia maravillosa..."

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"

Other attractions near Alajuela Cathedral

Juan Santamaría Park

8.2/10 (225 reviews)

Juan Santamaría Park is just one of the places to see in Alajuela, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Central Park

8.4/10 (246 reviews)

After visiting Central Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Juan Santamaria Historical Museum

8.4/10 (132 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Juan Santamaria Historical Museum during your trip to Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Central Market Alajuela

8.4/10 (178 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Central Market Alajuela during your trip to Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Iglesia La Agonía

8.2/10 (60 reviews)

After visiting Iglesia La Agonía, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto

7.6/10 (85 reviews)

Catch an event at Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto during your trip to Alajuela. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Plaza Real Alajuela

8.6/10 (147 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Real Alajuela during your stay in Alajuela. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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City Mall

8.6/10 (718 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at City Mall during your stay in Alajuela. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Alajuela Cathedral?

Alajuela Cathedral is located in a family-friendly area of Alajuela known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 110 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Alajuela Cathedral?

Adjacent to Alajuela Cathedral, 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 close by include Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela and Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Alajuela Cathedral?

Expedia has 110 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Alajuela Cathedral.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Alajuela Cathedral.

What can I see and do near Alajuela Cathedral?

Get outside and spend some time strolling around Juan Santamaría Park, Central Park and Parque de Perros San Rafael. 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 Alajuela Cathedral. 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.

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Our top choices for Alajuela Cathedral hotels

1. Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San Jose

2. Velaz Guesthouse

3. Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

4. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

5. Terida Airport B&B

6. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

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

8. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

10. Alice y Juancito Boutique Hotel

11. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

12. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

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

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

15. Hotel Mango

16. Hacienda Escondida

17. Trapp Family Country Inn

18. Toucan Hostel

19. Casa Maria Airport B&B

20. 1915 Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Alajuela Cathedral

Top Alajuela Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel el Tucan Alajuela

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

1915 Hotel

Hotel Pacandé

Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

Hotel Alajuela

Other attractions near Alajuela Cathedral

Juan Santamaría Park

Central Park

Juan Santamaria Historical Museum

Central Market Alajuela

Iglesia La Agonía

Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto

Plaza Real Alajuela

City Mall

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