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Located in Alajuela City and with Poas National Park reachable within 31 km, Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is around 3.1 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, 7.6 km from Parque Viva and 18 km from Parque Diversiones. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. At the hostel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe, bed linen and a patio with a garden view. All units will provide guests with a fridge. A vegetarian breakfast is available daily at Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José. Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica is 19 km from the accommodation, while La Sabana Metropolitan Park is 19 km from the property. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 3 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian

FREE parking!


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
4 bunk beds
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
10
High score for Alajuela City
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stacey
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful stay in the suburbs with a kind family. They offer breakfast and dinner options, both were great. They also offer airport transfer too. Great stay thank you
  • Sophie
    Germany Germany
    I loved the hostel with all my heart. I immerse felt very much welcomed and the stuff was so nice. Everything was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. Kitchen was also very good equipped. The airport shuttle also worked without any...
  • Valery
    Belgium Belgium
    It is the perfect place to stay near San José airport ; the transfer serviceis excellent and very affordable.
  • Valery
    Belgium Belgium
    The staff is extremely helpful and our trip to Costa Rica started well thanks to them. The house is great, the kitchen is well organised, the bathroom is efficient. They offer a very friendly and affordable airport transfer, we highly recommand to...
  • Christina
    Australia Australia
    A clean, quiet spot to rest with super hospitable and friendly owners. Holli the dog is very cute too!
  • Karine
    Canada Canada
    The kind service from the owner, he picked me up at the airport and gave me very good advices.for my trip in Costa Rica
  • Bernard
    Australia Australia
    Has everything you need if you have an early flight or arrive late in san jose. Breakfast dinner and airport transfer. About 10 minute drive from the airport.
  • Shirell
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The hostel was clean, owner was very helpful (pointed out a very good soda right around the corner) and they even helped to arrange transport for me to the airport during the night! Would definitely recommend staying here instead of in San Jose...
  • Vanessa
    Italy Italy
    Nice place, warm welcome, clean and quiet! Super close to the airport
  • Shannon
    Canada Canada
    One night stay before flight. Safe, clean area near grocery stores. Very close to airport. Large clean room. Owner was kind enough to drive me to airport at 430am for only 8US dollars.

Property questions and answers
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  • Hello! I would like to book a room with you, but my flight gets in very late. I wouldn’t arrive until about 2am. Is that okay? Would someone still be around to let me in? Thank you! Leana

    Hello Leana OK, we can wait for you at that time Thank you
    Answered on 18 September 2023
  • Hello. We were wondering whether we could leave our car at your hotel if we stay one night on October 14th. My husband comes back Nov 5th . If so how much would it cost? Thanks

    Hello Unfortunately we do not have space at the hostel to leave the car for so many days. Sorry for the inconvenience In Alajuela there are parking lots where you can leave your car.
    Answered on 10 September 2024
  • Hi, do you offer transport to La Fortuna?1 person. how much is the cost and what time of the day do they leave?

    Hi, we dont offer the transport to La Fortuna, but you can take the public transportation....
    Answered on 12 January 2024
  • Hi, I have two questions: 1. How much is airport shuttle? 2. To catch a bus or shuttle for La Fortuna in the morning, do I have to again take the airport shuttle to get back to airport? Thanks

    Hello The transfer service from the airport cost $8 To take the bus to La Fortuna you can go to the Villa Bonita bridge stop, it is 1.5 km away from the Hostel You can walk or take a transfer that costs $6 Thank you
    Answered on 9 October 2023

Property surroundings

Facilities of Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Games room
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Soundproofing
  • Fan
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

  • Guests staying at Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
  • Check-in at Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Games room
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bike tours
  • The prices at Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José is 0.7 miles from the centre of Alajuela City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.