Costa Rica Airport Hotels
There are currently two international airports in Costa Rica. The largest is Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO), which is located north of the city of San Jose in the Central Valley region of Alajuela. The other is the Daniel Oduber Airport (LIR), which is located right outside of Liberia, Costa Rica in the Guanacaste region. Hotels and accommodations included in this section are conveniently located nearby the airports - only a few minutes away from SJO or LIR.
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Xandari Resort and Spa
The elegant Xandari Resort and Spa sits in the central valley region of Costa Rica, just 20 minutes from the international airport. The central valley is wrought with volcanoes, lush plantations, and hillsides, and blessed with outstanding weather. San Jose is a short drive away and offers an abundance of international cuisine, shops, open markets and entertainment.
From $364
Hotel Bougainvillea
Hotel Bougainvillea is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Santo Domingo de Heredia, just 15 minutes from downtown San Jose. Heredia is one of Costa Rica's most historical cities, boasting superb colonial architecture amidst vast coffee plantations and lush greenery. San Jose offers great shopping, some wonderful historic districts and all the amenities of a city.
From $173
Villa San Ignacio
Villa San Ignacio is set outside the city of Alajuela in the Central Valley of Costa Rica. This hotel is close to the international airport and has a laidback atmosphere.
From $97
Hampton by Hilton Guanacaste Airport
This pet-friendly hotel, located at Solarium Condominium, is surrounded by shops and dining. The beautiful beaches of Del Coco Beach, Poor Calzon Beach, and Playa Panama are all less than 30 kilometers away. Guests can explore trails and waterfalls like Catarata La Uvita and Catarata Rincón del Brujo, 20 kilometers from the hotel. A free airport shuttle is offered, making it easy for guests to get to and from Liberia International Airport.
Buena Vista Chic Hotel
Buena Vista Chic Hotel offers comfortable rooms in Alajuela, which is a suburb of San José. It’s only a 15-minute drive from the hotel to the Juan Santamaría Airport.
From $194
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Surrounded by the Central Valley mountains, and conveniently located just two minutes from the Juan Santamaria International Airport, is the Hampton Inn and Suites. The hotel is connected to the airport boulevard business complex, where you can take advantage of restaurants, bars, and a twenty four hour casino, all just footsteps away. Located very close by is the national museum, as well as many other local attractions, nature areas and downtown San Jose.
From $185
Holiday Inn Express Alajuela Airport
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.
From $159
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cariari San Jose
The Hotel Doubletree Cariari by Hilton San Jose is a contemporary, full-service hotel. Conveniently located at only 5 minutes from the main international airport in Alajuela and 10 minutes from the capital of San Jose, the Doubletree Cariari is a wonderful home-base to explore beautiful Costa Rica.
From $145
Trapp Family Country Inn
The beautiful Trapp Family Country Inn is conveniently located just minutes from the San Jose International Airport, in the beautiful Central Valley region of Costa Rica. The Central Valley is known for its natural beauty and chain of volcanoes that make up the Cordillera Central mountain range. Alajuela is a lively town and is great for shopping as well as sitting in local parks to observe the surrounding action.
From $135
Hotel Robledal
The lush and fertile Central Valley of Costa Rica is home to the charming Hotel Robledal just three miles from the Juan Santamaria International Airport. The area around the airport is known as Alajuela formerly the capital of Costa Rica and is known as Costa Rica's second largest city. There is a lovely central park, plenty of shopping and sightseeing opportunities.
From $131
Adventure Inn Hotel
The Adventure Inn Hotel is found in San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica. San José is a central hub, and makes a good home base for exploring Costa Rica's culture and adventure activities.
From $130
La Rosa de America
La Rosa de America is located 4.5 miles (7 km) west of the Juan Santamaría International Airport, halfway between the towns of Alajuela and La Garita. This central location allows easy access to the amenities of both towns, as well as a perfect launching point for outdoor activities.
From $108
Country Inn and Suites
Located just north of downtown San Jose, the Country Inn & Suites, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica offers a modern retreat near local markets, restaurants, and shops.
From $106
Hotel Aeropuerto
Hotel Aeropuerto is situated in the lush Central Valley, a few minutes from the International Airport of San Jose, featuring free airport transportation 24 hours available. This ecological oasis offers peace and tranquility from the surrounding city. The Central Valley is made up of many plantations, as the land is lush, green and fertile. Alajuela lies in and around the valley and is similar to San Jose, though on a smaller scale. Downtown Alajuela features a wonderful central park and impressive red dome church.
From $94
Hotel Bristol Aeropuerto
Hotel Bristol Aeropuerto is located in Alajuela, only a few minutes from the Juan Santamaría International Airport. This area, situated in Costa Rica’s Central Valley, is an ideal place to stay during your first or last night in the country.
From $88
Hotel Brilla Sol
Hotel Brilla Sol is located 2.5 miles (4 km) west of the Juan Santamaría International Airport. As such, it’s an excellent place to begin or end your trip to Costa Rica.
From $78
Villa Pacande
Villa Pacande is a bed and breakfast that is nestled among coffee plantations in one of the top coffee-growing regions of Costa Rica. This B&B has made a commitment to sustainability, which has been officially recognized by the Costa Rican Institute of Tourism.
From $47
Arenal Springs Resort
The Arenal Springs Resort is located just outside the quaint town of La Fortuna, near the Arenal Volcano. Feast your eyes on the outstanding lush, green, natural beauty that abounds here and the awesomeness of the Arenal Volcano. Visitors longing to be surrounded by nature, birds and forest will have come to the perfect place when they arrive to the Arenal area.
From $343
Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel
The Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel is nestled in the heart of Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, a tropical paradise known for its stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant wildlife. This charming hotel is perched on a hill overlooking the jungle, providing a tranquil retreat for travelers seeking a relaxing getaway.
Casa Chameleon at Las Catalinas
Casa Chameleon at Las Catalinas is an adults-only resort boutique focused on health and wellness. This resort strives to be in harmony with nature and the surrounding community — it uses energy-efficient power and supports local schools.
From $1,209
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