Hotels near Juan Santamaria Airport

Pros: Large bedroom and bathroom, comfortable bed. Jose was very helpful in my mission to find food delivery.

Cons: Almost no water pressure in the shower and hot water wasn't working. Bugs come right under the door, lack of A/C, and tv (not everyone travels with a laptop)

Pros: Pura Vida Hotel was the first place we stayed at Costa Rica. All the staff, specially Berni (owner) were amazing since the first minute. They helped us getting a super car quote, which was delivered at the hotel. The hotel garden is pure joy!! Delicious homemade breakfast and also shared with us super helpful tips to make our trip even better and safe. Couldn't recommend more! We loved it :)

Pros: This is a fantastic place to stay. We stayed 3 nights - 2 at the beginning of our trip and 1 at the end. The gardens are gorgeous with so many plants and animals. Exceptional. We stayed in the Toucan cabin. It was gorgeous. Beautiful shower, well laid out, separate shower, living room with fridge and sink, tables outside. I spent some time in a hammock in the garden. Hummingbirds everywhere. 2 friendly dogs were fun to play with. The location is great - near the airport., but quiet. Near the Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfall gardens which are worth a visit. Free taxi from the airport. Great breakfast in the morning. Car Rental is delivered to you at the breakfast table. I want to stay here again. So peaceful.

Cons: There is nothing I can think of not to like.

Pros: The lush gardens, delicious breakfast, besides roomy casita (two bedrooms, two bathrooms, dining and living areas) were perfect for our family of four. Berni and José were welcoming, humorous and efficient. We recommend staying at Pura Vida Hotel over other hotel airports that are antiseptic and uninteresting (Hampton Inn our first night in CR was fine, but nothing to write home about). Uber Eats worked fine for dinner for us. Lastly, our teen son loved playing with the owners’ beautiful dogs!

Cons: (The street noise and roosters weren’t an issue for us. The provided earplugs are the same brand that I use nightly!)

Pros: The owner was very accommodating. He helped us with taxis and recommending a place to eat. When we got to the restaurant the owner approached us about souvenirs. The owner of Pura Vida had told him we were coming and asked to help us find a place to shop. He also brought umbrellas to us when it started raining. I loved the individual villas and outdoor areas to relax.

Cons: The individual villas were difficult to get to with a heavy piece of luggage.

Pros: Berni was fantastic. Sorted all our issues out.

Pros: So glad we found Pura Vida hotel! Wonderful hosts, delightful property and comfy quarters, orchids everywhere in the beautiful garden. Did I mention the amazing food? If you’re lucky enough to be offered dinner, jump at the chance. We look forward to our return visit. Thanks Berni and Nhi!

Pros: Beautiful grounds, very private, excellent breakfast included with room.

Pros: The breakfast was lovely, I really enjoyed it!

Pros: Excellent service, breakfast and shuttle service. Homestay feeling yet private ensuite rooms with garden view and professional service with a personal touch.

Cons: A bit dated but clean and comfy beds.

Pros: I will never stay anywhere else if Im flying in/ out of San Jose! The staff are just so lovely - I had a really early flight, they dropped me at the airport (at no extra charge) and even packed me an airport friendly breakfast. Super clean, beautiful little garden. Happy!

Pros: Perfect hotel for a night close to the airport. The owners are great hosts and will make sure that you don't miss your flight taking you there even if it is in the middle of night.

Cons: So close to the airport and very reasonable. We appreciated our host who was able to direct us to an excellent hospital for an unexpected emergency. The breakfast was delicious! We will come here again when coming and going from Costa Rica

Pros: Very quiet and the staff are great.

Pros: The location is near the airport, the owner is very attentive and provides all you need un a beautiful place. Beautiful garden area, ride to the airport and a breakfast to go. My 4th time here and esch time she's done more.

Cons: i have nothing to say bad about this place

Pros: The hotel is only a 5 minute drive to the airport- very close. The breakfast included was very good. The owner is VERY helpful and accommodating. Taxis to and from the airport are paid for.

Cons: The bed wasn’t very comfortable and the bathroom was a little outdated. Only a minor issue considering the price, however.

Pros: As always this property is clean, comfortable, convenient, great customer service, great security, and helpful staff. And so much more!

Cons: Convenient location, great staff, comfortable and clean.

Pros: Closeness to the airport and free shuttle

Cons: Breakfast was an extra charge.

Pros: Great location, shuttle service (they’ll even make quick stop by the mall), delicious breakfast/coffee, clean, clean, clean, did I say the hotel is very well kept? Super friendly staff! Also, unplanned last minute front desk person suggested a day tour/expedition, in which the company picks you up and drops you off right at the hotel! It was awesome! They took us to a coffee farm, Poas volcano, and La Paz waterfall in between quick stop at the local strawberry farm shop…it included breakfast and lunch. We had a great time!!! Even made new friends! I highly recommend it! There’s also about 4 or more restaurants a few feet away from the hotel and a Walmart also walking distance. They are also expanding, building a brand new extension to the hotel. If ever in CR again will be definitely staying here again.

Cons: There was nothing not to like. I liked it all!

Pros: Location near the airport is convinient. Shuttle to the airport is fast and the driver was very proffesional.

Cons: Water it the shower was cold and the water pressure very low. Brekfast buffet was the worst that I have seen in Costa Rica. Food quality was low and the staff was never around so we had to wait for everything.

Pros: Staff was very nice, helpful, and accommodating. Breakfast was great! The pool is small but there wasn't a lot of people there so it was fine. Would go there again!

Cons: When you have guests that speak English but their spouse speaks Spanish, it would be respectful for you to speak English when speaking to them. Especially when the Spanish speaking spouse says he speaks English out of respect for his spouse.

Pros: Very friendly staff at desk who took time to check me in when they could not find my reservation. Maybe issue with online company I booked through but they still honored my rate.

Cons: Some issues with the hot water at sink and shower. Was either scalding hot or cold. Hard to tune. Not a deal breaker at all though

Pros: Everything about the hotel was just perfect. It was right down the street from airport and the shuttle takes you there every 30 minutes.

Cons: I had family staying on another floor and the elevator only allows you to go to your floor. Good security but too good I guess

Pros: Location near the airport is its main advantage. Inside is peaceful, clean, modern, and comfortable. Front desk staff gave some great advice including that we return our rental car the night before our early-morning flight, and that the rental car shuttle would bring us back to the hotel. This was the best idea and greatly simplified our morning of departure. The hotel shuttle to the airport was quick and efficient.

Cons: The pool is tiny, and tucked away in a back corner. The cafe/restaurant in the lobby is modern and inviting with a great looking menu, however, our waitress was the slowest on the planet. Every step took about 5 times longer than it should have. Even when we finally caught her eye (the place was 90 percent empty at the time), and indicated that we wanted the bill, she took another 10 minutes to finish sorting cutlery before coming over and putting us out of our misery. The food was good, but the service was terrible.

Pros: Great time at the hotel. Modern, clean, easy to access from the airport.

Cons: No complaints at all

Pros: Close to airport, affordable, queen-sized beds, big enoigh for 4 adults

Cons: Some of the staff wasn't the friendliest, but no one was rude. They were all informative. No complaints!

Pros: Close to airport. Great front desk staff.

Pros: Very close to the airport and a free shuttle every 1/2 hour. A good first or last night stay. 6-7 restaurants right across the parking lot.

Pros: The price for one night was amazing, and the location to the airport was really convenient. If I had a layover in San Jose - Alajuela I would definitely stay there again.

Cons: Continental Breakfast was not included with the deal I got on Kayak.

Pros: El hotel es.bonito

Cons: El servicio es pesimo

Pros: Location, close to the airport and has restaurants available for those arriving in the evening

Pros: We were so pleased we chose this amazingly peaceful oasis of calm, at the end of a driveway away from busy road. Beautiful garden setting with lovely view from large balcony - felt like we had arrived in the rainforest but with the convenience of proximity to the international airport. Aircraft noise was not an issue - surprisingly infrequent, not a problem for a light sleeper. Lovely hosts communicated exceptionally well and went out of their way to help. Breakfast and dining were 10/10 for every aspect - couldn't have asked for more. We would definitely return. Highly recommended!

Cons: After staying in a few rainforest accommodations I have come to expect a few inevitable insects in the room, but there were a few more ants than expected here (harmless and on the floor but maybe an issue for some). Overall, nothing we would have changed!

Pros: The location was beautiful. We felt as though we were in a little Paradise even though we were right in the middle of Alajuela. I wish we could have stayed more nights so we could have enjoyed it more.

Cons: It did get a bit hot while sleeping because the beautiful French doors couldn't be left open because of the bugs. I know it's a difficult situation because if there were screens that you wouldn't have a wide-open feeling but because there was no air conditioning the room got a bit stuffy even with the ceiling fan on.

Pros: It’s next to a river and you can hear the water while you sleep

Pros: Travel reviews don't often mention magic, but this place gets a 10/10 on the magic scale. One of the best (maybe the best) places we stayed on our 11 day visit. Amazing food and so much beauty - the pictures don't do it justice. I almost want to extend our trip just to rest here another night. When we arrived we stayed at an airport express hotel but the vibes there never feel good and the food isn't nourishing. So we tried this Inn on our way out and it was surprisingly lovely and filled with heart and nourishment. I am reminded of how much the subtle energy and intention of a space has an impact on experience. We will be back!

Pros: Amazing family run inn close to the airport. Highly recommend!

Pros: Very peaceful place(8 units) near the airport and away from the hustle bustle of the fast moving city. A quiet sanctuary and the pictures are exactly how it looks. Karem who speaks english very well and her husband give it that extra effort of hospitality. Perfect place to return to!

Cons: Only thing maybe more towels.

Pros: We needed a room close to the airport as my flight was at 1:45am. The gate keeper came to our room to be sure we were up so he could open the gate for us to let is out and the. Of course had to let my boyfriend back in after he dropped me off. That was very nice of him to check on us so I didn't miss my flight it was a shorty

Cons: All was fine. It was a short stay for me

Pros: the perfect pace to stay near the airport and the city

Pros: everthing.

Cons: nothing

Pros: Clean still felt like I was in the the country (bird’s seconds from the roads and nature parks)

Cons: Pool could have been cleaned daily (it was raining season)

Pros: The staff was friendly and very helpful.

Pros: Very orderly process for a safe stay for all parties . Covid protocols were very competent. I have stayed at other Hampton inns that could learn from your example

Pros: Breakfast was good. I just thought the location wasn't the best!

Cons: Location

Pros: Breakfast was very good. Very clean. Staff was friendly.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: easy check in and friendly staff. The breakfast is also very good and well prepared. Hats of to the cooking staff.

Cons: nothing

Pros: Brand new room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly staff. Shuttle bus was easy to spot and the drivers were great. Highly recommended.

Cons: The noise of the construction

Pros: I can't say a single bad thing about this hotel. Clean, comfortable, convenient. From the front desk check in with smiles snd snacks, to check out with shuttle service to the airport was ALL good. We even got breakfast to go already packed for us since our plane left in the middle of the night. TV even had adequate english speaking channels. Short walk to Denney's. I wished I had booked the first part of my stay here as well.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: My husband stayed a couple of days before and left his computer there. The staff was kind enough to locate it and put it in the safe for us.

Cons: Rooms we're smelly, room carpet and bathroom floor sticky Restroom exhaust fan did not work. Las Year Ibstayed here and had the same experience.

Pros: Convenient for flying in and out of airport. comfortable room and beds.

Pros: The swimming pool and lounge area. coffee in the lobby along with apples

Cons: jets flying overhead - unavoidable result of being convenient to the airport

Pros: Wonderful place to stay! Staff was helpful, friendly and professional. Hotel was very clean, and the room met all of our expectations. Shuttle service to the airport was fantastic. The driver was friendly and helpful with our bags and such. Great place to stay!

Pros: It was clean and comfortable. Convenient to the airport with shuttle. Nearby restaurants, too.

Pros: The hotel was convenient to the airport, with great staff and a good breakfast. The room was neat and tidy.

Cons: However, the shower needed an update and shower head didn't work properly,

Pros: Room was comfortable, little convenience mart was great, and free shuttle service to the airport was very helpful.

Cons: Staff member checking me out in the morning was extremely rude, and did not treat me like a guest. She then proceeded to treat the male guest behind me with actual etiquette ~ not sure why it's that difficult to remain consistently polite.

Pros: Location is good.

Cons: The price

Pros: Gut

Cons: Nichts

Pros: The pool is already open from 8am

Pros: My favorite hotel at the San Jose Airport. Lovely and friendly staff, good rooms, there's nothing negative to say.

Cons: All good :)

Pros: The manager Jose and the attending staff were simply phenomenal! They were very friendly and helpful. I will definitely stay again and refer this hotel to anyone looking for excellent accomodations near the airport.

Cons: My stay was perfect ❤️

Cons: Bill was mixed up & Never did get our points

Pros: We had a number of special requests and they were very gracious. Check in was a breeze

Pros: Overall, everything was great. Location is perfect for flying to the airport. Staff was very helpful and really wants to help you! Room was comfortable and clean. 24 hour shuttle was awesome! Great value for the money. For those who arrive at off hours there is a Denny's close by.

Cons: Our only negative was the breakfast which was very processed (e.g. scrambled eggs were bland) and not enough variety for the cost of that hotel.

Pros: Came in on a late flight to San Jose and stopped off at the Holiday Inn Express for a night before jumping off into the Costa Rican countryside in the morning. For this purpose it did exactly what it needed to do. Shuttle bus that picked up at the airport was a plus.

Cons: A little bit pricey for what you get but not acceptable for one night. The breakfast options were pretty basic but in their defense they were a typical Costa Rican style (gallo pinto, eggs, coffee, and some fresh fruits). Traffic at the intersection in front of the hotel can be horrific so keep that in mind if you will be driving. Also, keep an eye out for the shuttle bus that comes around outside of the arrivals area and stops close to the taxi stand. A "helpful" local showed me where to go then just happened to mention that he works on tips. I could have just waited on my own for it...

Pros: Everything was very good. Friendly staff, good breakfast, good parking. Five nights and all went well.

Cons: The traffic at the entry to the hotel is nightmare.

Pros: Bed was comfortable

Cons: The room had a terrible smell. They said you could get wifi in the hotel, but it was really only in the lobby area. The traffic outside is very loud because of a crazy intersection and you can hear planes landing and taking off.

Pros: The staff is super friendly and the Pool is clean.

Cons: The Hotel is old. The bathrooms need a refurbishment. We had no hot water only slightly warm. The cleaning is not very good. The breakfast is okish (some eggs 2 slices of bread and some fruits)

Pros: They have an amazing wifi!! The staff are so nice, they even gave us some fruit and coffee before we went out to the airport. They also helped us order a taxi. Everything was really great and comfortable

Cons: We had everything we needed

Pros: Location, response, late check in, good room

Cons: tiles finished

Pros: Everything!

Pros: Cool w a pet

Pros: We spent our last two nights here, it's great if you want to be close to the airport traffic in the morning isn't bad made it in 4 minutes! Breakfast was great loved it was included in price. Staff was super friendly!

Cons: I enjoy hot showers, water would go from warm to cold, on and off.

Cons: No window in the room

Pros: Very friendly service at the front desk and the shuttle driver was friendly and prompt at 4:00 AM.

Cons: Bathroom shower could be a little cleaner. Someone else’s hair visible.

Pros: Super friendly staff ....really helpful Good location close to airports!

Pros: Everything was fine. The driver from the airport was really nice.

Pros: No problems. Staff was very helpful.

Pros: Very friendly personal, free shuttle to airport even at 5am in the morning. Thank you!

Cons: Rooms are a bit small

Pros: The staff tried quite hard to be attentive and responsive. The location near the main airport is excellent, as is the transport to and from.

Cons: The rooms are subpar Motel 6 kind of rooms. Functional, but little more. The breakfast is also uninspired, but functional.

Pros: Close to the airport, provided free transportation

Cons: It was a little dirty.

Pros: Just a great place to stay close to the airport. If your driving it just a left off the main road and turn left and its down on the corner or to the end and left and left then down on the corner

Pros: Price and attitude!

Cons: Bfast little poor, but cant expect more for the price.

Pros: Staff, facility and location are exceptional.

Cons: Unfortunately, the restaurant and bar are closed. The hotel also no longer pays for the taxi ride to or from the airport.

Pros: Free shuttle Good hot water and water pressure Very helpful staff-- he called in food order for special diet for us! Good price

Cons: Restaurant was closed

Pros: The rooms were very spacious. Nice hot shower with great water pressure. Beautiful grounds and very helpful staff!

Pros: Lovely open air lobby and breakfast area

Cons: I have stayed at the Hotel Aeropuerto several times and it has been perfect every time. The staff arranged a taxi to pick me up from thr airport and then had then return me, when it was time, at no cost. The location is very useful if you are staying for a short period in or out of San Jose.

Pros: Perfect hotel for the money. We had three rooms, all with two queen beds for only $92 per room. The staff was exceptionally friendly, the pool and gardens are nice, and the restaurant was one of the best meals throughout our trip. Airport shuttle was on time even with our 3:30am pickup.

Cons: The shower has soap/shampoo and conditioner (I think) attached to the wall. I'll probably avoid the "conditioner" if I stay again.

Pros: the shuttle service to airport worked great

Pros: Location to airport just right, cannot beat the value, staff is really friendly, great and helpful (plus staff speaks English well), it is a real breakfast with eggs, fruit, cereal, milk, juice, etc. They even pay for the cab ride to and from the airport. We stay here every time with have to spend the night in San Jose.

Cons: Nothing.

Pros: Easy to get to/from the airport, especially thanks to the free taxi service. Beds were very comfortable and the sheets smelled great. But the walls are very thin and there was quite a bit of noise at nice. Breakfast is adequate, nothing special.

Cons: There should be a rule about keeping noise down at night.

Pros: The hotel is very convenient to the airport , the room was cozy had Tv and a comfortable bed . They keep the place spotless . They provide a good breakfast and airport shuttle .

Cons: I liked it pretty much

Pros: This is downtown basically a corner of a city block converted into a hotel, there is a bank with ATM within 2 blocks walking and 3-4 blocks walking to many restaurants and fast food places. I had to be at the airport at 6am so no breakfast for me... for the money its average. The room is comfortable and cheap, there was a swimming pool I didn't us. Staff was friendly and courteous. Morning shuttle on the hour starting at 3am ? to the airport. I took the 5am shuttle. It was there at 5 and did not wait long once I was in the van. service as promised.

Cons: It was very annoying that they don't take credit cards, and its cash only. (this means if you reserved with a credit card on booking, you can't use that the pay for the room) I happened to have $40 cash to pay, but if I had not I would have been forced to walk to an ATM to take cash out, two blocks from the hotel. They said it was in the fine print on the web page but I would never have stayed if I had known that they did not take credit cards. This should be offered as an additional cost for the safety and comfort of your guests.... as in "you get $5 off if you pay cash" but no such option is available. You get one free ONE WAY trip from / to the airport. So I got the free taxi to the Hotel from the airport, but then had to pay an extra $5 to return the next morning for my flight. Breakfast starts at 6:30 but my flight leaves at 7am, so I could not have breakfast and nothing is offered before 6:30, no coffee or anything.

Pros: Convenient location for being in/out the SJO airport. Free transfer that takes 10-15 minutes. The hotel is rather basic, but provides all what a budget traveler needs. There is even a small swimming pool. Good beds, small but nice lobby, good breakfast, clean and well-cared breakfast area. With a very competitive rate (breakfast included), free airport transfer, helpful English/Spanish speaking staff, and several nearby restaurants, it is a good choice for one-night stay for those arriving or departing at San Jose Santamaria airport.

Cons: The rooms are rather dated, yet they are sufficiently clean.

Pros: Location from airport, comfortable beds, nice staff, included nearby locked + guarded parking, balcony, nice breakfast spread

Cons: Hair on pillow, sink + tub, bathroom needed a good scrub... too many wipedowns w used towels, heavy morning traffic is loud

Pros: Excellent folks and location

Pros: Nice and cozy place Delicious breakfast:)

Pros: Stuff was really helpful and always with good mood. Acomodation was nice and clean. PURA VIDA

Pros: Really nice host. Our Kids enjoyed our short stay a lot. It's so close to the airport and the breakfast was amazing. Our host helped us with getting a local sim card as well. Thank you!

Pros: Lovely, great value stay !! Location : just 7 min taxi ride from the airport , located in a small sweet town of Alajuela with all the stores and services you need . ☝️ The place : clean and secured place to stay. 💪 The room : Was super conferable, clean . I slept like a baby . 🏡🏡 The stuff : the most happy , kind and helpful staff around !!! 👏👏 The accommodation included great breakfast , which was full and tasty. 🏆 I will defiantly will back to Hotel Pacande .😘 p.s There is a public refrigerator , microwave and kitchen toll that can help you to prepare all between meals and drinks. 👍👍

Pros: liked the loft and getting 6 people easily into one room.

Cons: nothing really. Parking is a block away- not perfectly convenient, but not inconvenient either.

Pros: All the staff were very nice and welcoming! Delicious traditional breakfast

Pros: Clean

Cons: Noises, you can’t rest there.

Pros: Really beautiful space easy to get to from the airport and the owner Henry was super nice and friendly!

Pros: What isn’t there to like? The place was amazing. Totally felt like family, beds were soft, and the WiFi was great. I highly, highly recommend that you stay here when visiting the San José area. The owners are some of the nicest people you’ll ever met and are totally accommodating.

Cons: Nothing. Everything was great.

Pros: Clean and save.

Cons: Very noisy rooms.