Holiday Inn Express Alajuela Airport

Airport
Business
Swimming Pool
Wireless Internet
Restaurant
Free Breakfast

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The Holiday Inn Express Hotel is located 1 km east of the Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose. Situated in the Central Valley, the hotel overlooks the surrounding mountain ranges, rural landscapes and quaint towns. The bustling cosmopolitan city of San Jose is just a short drive away and hosts an abundance of international and local cuisine along with museums, shopping and cafes.

The ideal location of the hotel lends itself to city access as well as nature. For those looking to explore Costa Rica's natural beauty, try visiting one of the two nearby volcanoes at the Poas Volcano National Park or the Irazu Volcano National Park. Just minutes from the amazing Poas Volcano is the La Paz Waterfall Gardens where guests can enjoy lush rainforests, waterfalls, butterflies and whimsical hummingbirds. Also, explore the many sights in San Jose like the Jade Museum, National Museum, the gorgeous National Theatre and much more.

The Holiday Inn Express Airport Hotel is an excellent place to stay on your way in or out of Costa Rica. For your convenience, a shuttle service to and from the airport is offered with your stay. Once you arrive you'll discover all the comforts of a top hotel. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gift shop, the Pirates Bar and Grill at the Fiesta Casino which offers live shows every night. Just off the hotel grounds, guests have access to golf courses, malls and free-trade zones.

The hotel provides 100 comfortable and modernly furnished rooms with an abundance of amenities. The guest rooms come complete with king and double beds, AC, cable TV and private bathrooms with hot water showers. Included in the room rate is a delicious breakfast from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. For those that leaves the hotel before the breakfast time, there is a boxed breakfast available.

Check In
2PM
Check Out
12PM

Amenities

Room

  • Air Conditioning
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Telephone
  • Iron & Ironing board

Bathroom

  • Hair Dryer

Wellness

  • Swimming Pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Mini Gym

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Bar
  • Free Breakfast

Connectivity

  • Internet Access
  • Wireless Internet

Family

  • Babysitter

Parking & Transport

  • Private Parking
  • Free Airport Transport

Accessibility

  • Handicap Accessible

Other

  • Hot Water
  • Coffee Service
  • Game Room
  • Laundry Service
  • Currency Exchange
  • Casino
  • Gardens

Accommodations

Standard Room

1 King · Sleeps 4 · 1 bath

with Gardens view

Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, Balcony, Cable TV, Hair Dryer, Hot Water, Iron & Ironing board, Mini Bar, Mini Refrigerator, Safe Deposit Box, Telephone, Wireless Internet

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