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

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

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large plant.

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

1. Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica

2.2 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Jocelyn

฿1,660

฿1,876 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 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 building with a beige facade, a large garage door, and a sign with 'VELAZ' and a fleur-de-lis symbol.

2. Velaz Guesthouse

La Agonía, 0.9 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

VERONICA

฿1,420

฿1,605 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern, elongated building with a flat roof, surrounded by dense greenery.

A wooden door with a small table beside it. The table holds a white pitcher, a blue mug, a glass of orange juice, and a small container.

A table set for two on a balcony with a view of a dense forest.

A narrow, grassy path flanked by dense foliage and a building in the background.

3. Hotel Pibi Boreal

3.2 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Camielle

฿3,787

฿4,279 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

A building with a dome and columns, surrounded by palm trees and a parking lot.

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

4. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

La Agonía, 0.7 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Laura

฿2,802

฿3,166 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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.

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

5. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

2.1 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

nadia

฿2,410

฿2,723 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A garden area with a stone pathway, a table, and chairs.

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

6. Terida Airport B&B

2.2 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Alex

฿1,657

฿1,872 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A breakfast buffet with various fruits and cereals.

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

1.8 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

John Ross

฿3,698

฿4,179 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

A modern bathroom with a bench, a round mirror, a potted plant, and a wall with a textured pattern.

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

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

8. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

1 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Jessica

฿3,395

฿3,837 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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".

A narrow outdoor corridor with a wooden door, a small table and chairs, and hanging flower baskets.

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Corazón de Jesús, 1 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Jason

฿795

฿1,126 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A retail store with shelves of snacks, plush toys, and a display of shoes.

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.

10. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

1.7 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Angel

฿3,972

฿4,488 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a digital menu display.

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

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

1 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Richard

฿3,972

฿4,488 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A car parked next to a tree with red flowers.

A dining area with red sofas, a glass table, and metal chairs.

A backyard pool area with a blue inflatable pool labeled "Bestway Steel Pro MAX."

A room with two beds, a window with a view of greenery, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small nightstand.

12. Hotel Your House

3 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Colleen

฿2,206

฿2,492 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A neatly made bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread, a wooden door, and a white closet with louvered doors.

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

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

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

Bajo Cornizal, 1.7 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Travis

฿799

฿903 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including a variety of dishes and beverages.

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

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Los Molinos, 0.9 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Nicole

฿3,829

฿4,327 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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 small building with a tiled roof, surrounded by trees and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

15. Hacienda Escondida

3.2 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Dana A

฿2,632

฿2,974 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a large window, and a refrigerator with a welcome message.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a small round ottoman. There is a kitchen area in the background with a microwave, oven, and refrigerator.

A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a lace table runner and a vase with flowers.

16. Senderos Apartment, Self Check-in, Aeropuerto SJO

2.8 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

ALEX

฿3,147

฿3,556 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

17. Hotel Mango

1.9 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Robert

฿2,975

฿3,362 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

18. Toucan Hostel

1.5 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Henry

฿1,036

฿1,171 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious room with large windows, a staircase, and wicker furniture.

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.

19. Trapp Family Country Inn

2.7 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Nancy

฿2,597

฿2,935 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A cozy indoor space with hanging plants, a floral sofa, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

20. Casa Maria Airport B&B

2.3 km from Plaza Real Alajuela

Celeste

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Compare popular hotels close to Plaza Real Alajuela

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica	9.8 Exceptional 202 reviews	View
Velaz Guesthouse	9.8 Exceptional 35 reviews	View
Hotel Pibi Boreal	9.8 Exceptional 463 reviews	View
Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto	9.6 Exceptional 613 reviews	View
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 218 reviews	View

Top Plaza Real Alajuela Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

8/10 Good

"Location and cleanliness"

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"This is a wonderful place to stay. The people at the front desk (Yerrick!!!!, Farlen, Diego, and the ladies who work there!!!) are amazing and so helpful. The place itself was centrally located, clean, and comfortable. I highly reccomend this place."

Hotel Mango

10/10 Excellent

"The place was right on the beach and we received a room with a "partial ocean view" which was exactly what I had asked for. There was some construction happening on the property which made it feel a little cluttered but it did not affect the mood of the staff or the people staying at the hotel. We had an amazing time and enjoyed the location, and the staff. It was far enough away from downtown that we did"

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

8/10 Good

"Good budget hotel. Not luxurious. They don’t give toothbrush set, the treadmill was broken, morning breakfast waffles they premake, so they were cold and bad tasting. Give us our waffle maker for breakfast!!"

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, comfortable and the staff were very nice and helpful!"

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent

"ok"

Park View Hotel y Restaurante

8/10 Good

"O"

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"

Velaz Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Great for value place where the host even helped us park our car into their secure parking lot and helped us retrieve our car. Would have preferred if there was a code to get in so we didn't have to communicate our check in time. Appreciated the AC, common kitchen. We didn't know how to use the hot water but realized afterwards that there was hot water."

Other attractions near Plaza Real Alajuela

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Plaza Real Alajuela?

Plaza Real Alajuela is located in Alajuela. Travellers love the area for its picturesque gardens, array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 115 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Plaza Real Alajuela?

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free breakfast. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Plaza Real Alajuela. Other good options within a short distance include Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela and Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall.

How many hotels are there near Plaza Real Alajuela?

Expedia has 115 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Plaza Real Alajuela.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Plaza Real Alajuela.

What can I see and do near Plaza Real Alajuela?

Spend some time wandering around Juan Santamaría Park, Central Park and Parque de Perros San Rafael. Be sure to get some family photos at Ojo de Agua Spa Park, Cafe Rosa Blanca Organic Coffee Farm and Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center while you're out sightseeing near Plaza Real Alajuela. If you're looking forward to a day of shopping, consider City Mall, Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center and Plaza Real Cariari and pick out the perfect souvenir.

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Our top choices for Plaza Real Alajuela hotels

1. Edward & Family SJO Airport Inn Costa Rica

2. Velaz Guesthouse

3. Hotel Pibi Boreal

4. Hotel Bamboo Aeropuerto

5. Dos Palmas Studio Apartments

6. Terida Airport B&B

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

8. Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

9. Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

10. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

11. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

12. Hotel Your House

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

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

15. Hacienda Escondida

16. Senderos Apartment, Self Check-in, Aeropuerto SJO

17. Hotel Mango

18. Toucan Hostel

19. Trapp Family Country Inn

20. Casa Maria Airport B&B

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Top Plaza Real Alajuela Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Alajuela City Hotel & Guest House

Hotel Mango

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Park View Hotel y Restaurante

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Velaz Guesthouse

Other attractions near Plaza Real Alajuela

Juan Santamaría Park

Alajuela Cathedral

Iglesia La Agonía

City Mall

Central Park

Juan Santamaria Historical Museum

Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto

Central Market Alajuela

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