Alajuela Accommodation

Searching for hotels in Alajuela (Costa Rica) or Alajuela accommodation?  Costa Rica’s second largest city, Alajuela in the beautiful Central Valley, Cost Rica and lies 20 km northwest of the capital San Jose.This city has an significant place in Costa Rica’s history and was even capital of Costa Rica for a brief period. Alajuela is also a fantastic summer getaway.

With modern conveniences and local charm, Alajuela is a convenient base for sightseeing in the valley. In the heart of the city is an enormous remarkable red dome church that is just minutes away from the Parque Central. It is verdant and green, and is the idyllic place to relax and blend with the locals. Wander down the road to Alajuela’s central market and indulge in some shopping. Visit the Juan Santamaria Cultural Historical Museum, which is housed in a former jail and features many historical maps, artifacts and portraits from the mid 1800’s. Just outside of town are a number of interesting and fun places to visit, go on an excursion to the nearby butterfly farm, Poas Volcano National Park and Doka Estate, a coffee plantation. Zoo Ave is located in the town of La Garita and is a park with dozens of different native species of rare birds with a host of other animals. Explore nearby cities like, Grecia, San Jose, Santa Ana and Sarchi.

Plan your vacations around the annual festive celebrations like Juan Santamaria Day, Mango Festival, Imperial Festival, The Parade of Carts, International Guitar Festival, Costa Rica International Arts Festival, Independence Day, Carnival, Festejos Populares, El Tope and Carnival, among others.

Accommodations in Alajela are plenty and ranges from ordinary accommodation to splurge. Some of which includes Martino Luxury Hotel & Spa, Garden Court Hotel & Casino and El Rodeo Country Inn. - Browse the Alajuela Map or compare Alajuela accommodation from Hotels, Motels, B&Bs, Lodging & Hostels to Holiday & Caravan Parks.