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Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

3.0 star property

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Heated floors
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Basic Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Interior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, dining tables

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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C. La Haya, Alajuela, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Place, City Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Juan Santamaría Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Alajuela Cathedral
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Basic Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Basic Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Economy House

  • 100 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Guesthouse connected to the convention centre in Alajuela
Along with a microwave in a common area, this smoke-free guesthouse has a fridge in a common area and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance are on-site.
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually furnished accommodation has separate dining areas and includes dining tables. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
With your stay at Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José, you'll be connected to the convention centre and within walking distance of Juan Santamaría Park. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and concierge services.
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Central Market Alajuela and a few minutes from Juan Santamaría Park
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
As a guest of Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José also features a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area.

This 3-star Alajuela guest house is smoke free.

A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily. Reservations are required.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 5 metres
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 6; reservation required

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bingo

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (71 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heated floor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 10 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Laundry fee: USD 10 per stay
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 6

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

Property is also known as

Las Carmelas

Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pearish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilli

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very spacious, with more than enough beds for our entire group of 8. The owners were very nice and accommodating. I would recommend this place to others who are traveling to Costa Rica.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arilertsi Berenice Arechiga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was not aware it was in a home like neighborhood but it was nice. Finding the front desk was difficult but over all good!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Milwaukee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Odiseo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Ok amenities. Very good to spend the night if you arrive at SJO.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anabell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and convenient to SJO airport. English spoken, and extremely helpful concierge. Extremely reasonable rates for the traveler on a budget that needs a rest before or after a flight.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mario, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Did not get what I paid. Booked single room with private bathroom. Did not get what I paid for. Next morning 3 AM. Staff was kind and generous. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a secured neighborhood. They offer shuttle service to and from the airport. Breakfast is not included, but it’s a nice typical Costa Rican meal. A great place to stay when starting an adventure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first experience staying at a hostel, and it was wonderful. You have privacy when needed, even when sharing a dorm. The freshly cooked breakfast is also delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for short stay to the airport.

Stayed here so I can go to the airport to catch an early flight. Very spacious, clean and pretty. A lot of space to hang around or do work. Has a nice kitchen to store food. However, sleeping at night does get hot. Not too walkable to city center. They need to put a bigger sign to show where the check in is.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ari

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

xin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the people who manages the property is very kind and easy going. he will offer the transportation to the airport at a very reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gale

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient. Has large common area and a shared kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Clean. Nice to have kitchen. Host very nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

The people here at the hotel are very very nice. The room itself is big it is comfortable and I do recommend them.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
About 2km from the airport, it is good for people having a morning flight. The room is very basic, but there's a kitchen. It is not far from the town center as well as a Walmart and a mall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Difficulty in navigating to check in which was around the corner and down a steep - for me - hill.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024