Located just 0.9 mi from San Jose Airport, this modern hotel offers a free 24-hour airport shuttle, an outdoor pool and a gym. The bright rooms include free Wi-Fi and cable TV. Each air-conditioned room at the Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport includes a coffee maker and free phone calls. Bathrooms come with toiletries and a hairdryer. The breakfast buffet includes eggs and bacon, cereal and cinnamon rolls. Breakfast is available to take away. Opposite the hotel, you can find an international restaurant and a bar with live music. Located next to the Inter-American Highway, Holiday Inn San Jose Airport is a 30-minute drive from central San Jose. The tour desk offers area information and there is free on-site parking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 full beds
or
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Alajuela
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Susan
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    I always like this hotel when I’m traveling to and from the US. The shuttle service is very convenient. The beds are great. And the breakfast is good.
  • Caroline
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    The breakfast was really good pinto and fruits but they ran out of yogurt
  • Leyda
    United States of America United States of America
    We liked the big room and the comfortable beds, the breakfast, the Denny’s across from the hotel with a new vegetarian menu, the pool area and water temperature of the water, the gym, and the five minutes included ride to the airport.
  • Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, nice pool, complimentary breakfast, laundry room, nice beds
  • Lakisha
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything ran smoothly! The service was satisfactory, and the hotel/atmosphere was comfortable. I recommend it to anyone going through the capital or who needs a night or two before returning to their final destination, as the airport is only...
  • R
    United States of America United States of America
    Convenient to airport. Nice room. Bed was comfortable. Restaurant across street.
  • White
    United States of America United States of America
    Facilities, cleanliness, location, and breakfast were all very good.
  • Reina
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, very close to Denny’s, which was perfect after a long day of traveling. Super comfortable, good breakfast, helpful, friendly staff. Got our trip off to a great start.
  • Kochavit
    Israel Israel
    Great breakfast. Great service especially Raul. Great location next to the airport.
  • Deborah
    United States of America United States of America
    The hotel was conveniently located near the airport. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent, and there was a wide selection of food and drinks including fresh fruit. Coffee and filtered water were available 24 hours a day. The...

Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days

  • Hi Do you have a shuttle from the hotel to the airport?

    Hello, Yes we have it!
    Answered on 1 February 2021
  • How late does the airport shuttle pick up? Thank you.

    Our complimentary shuttle service from and to the airport operates 24 hours a day.
    Answered on 14 May 2021
  • Hi, is there a shuttle from the airport to the hotel?

    Good Morning, The transportation Airpor-Hotel is 24/7 every 15-20 minutes, We kindly ask to all our guests to show up at the Restaurant Malinche in ..
    Answered on 9 November 2022
  • how early is the breakfast buffet open. Our flight leaves at 6;30am on dec 30

    Dear Future Guest, thank you so much for taking us into account on your upcoming trip. Our complimentary breakfast starts at 6 a.m. and lasts until 1..
    Answered on 5 December 2019
  • We will have an early flight when we leave, at 9 AM. Can we get breakfast at 6:00 AM?

    Good Morning Breakfast is from 6am to 10am. box breakfast to do from 3am to 5am
    Answered on 31 December 2022
  • Do you have 24/7 shuttle? My flight arrives around 23:55h. Do you do such late pick ups?

    Our complimentary shuttle service from and to the airport operates 24 hours a day. I would like to let you know , please wait right in front of Malin..
    Answered on 26 January 2022
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Denny's
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Casino
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Soundproof
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Visual aids (Braille)
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel

  • Guests staying at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The prices at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel is 1.8 miles from the center of Alajuela. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel include:

    • Double
  • Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Denny's
  • Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Casino
    • Evening entertainment
    • Fitness
    • Swimming pool