Hotel Aeropuerto offers a convenient retreat connected to a shopping center, with an on-site restaurant Dirigo Fermentory serving local cuisine. Take advantage of the outdoor pool with sun loungers, unwind in the garden or library, and enjoy free self parking. The helpful staff has left lasting impressions on guests who rave about the dining options and location.
4 km west of SJO International Airport, San Antonio, Alajuela, 20-4050
What's nearby
City Mall - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
Central Market Alajuela - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Plaza Real Alajuela - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Juan Santamaría Park - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
Alajuela Cathedral - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 4 min drive
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 29 min drive
San Antonio de Belen Station - 17 min drive
San Jose Contraloria Station - 19 min drive
San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 22 min drive
Free airport drop-off
Restaurants
Sr. y Sra Ese - 10 min drive
Pizza La Leña - 5 min drive
Los Ahumaditos - 11 min drive
Soda Doña Bella - 15 min drive
Hamburguesas Los Talleres - 11 min drive
About this property
Hotel Aeropuerto
Hotel Aeropuerto is just 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from the airport and offers free drop-off service (available 24 hours). The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant.
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast rate plans receive breakfast service in their guestrooms.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (8 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite extended parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers
Free airport drop off on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Golfing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1992
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Library
An outdoor pool
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Water dispenser
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
25-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free international and local calls
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Dirigo Fermentory - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 10 for children
Parking
RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Aeropuerto Alajuela
Aeropuerto Hotel
Hotel Aeropuerto
Hotel Aeropuerto Alajuela
Hotel Aeropuerto Costa Rica Alajuela
Aeropuerto Hotel Alajuela
Hotel Aeropuerto Hotel
Hotel Aeropuerto San Antonio
Hotel Aeropuerto Hotel San Antonio
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Aeropuerto offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Aeropuerto does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Aeropuerto?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Aeropuerto?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Aeropuerto?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Aeropuerto?
Yes, a free shuttle to the airport is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Aeropuerto?
You can check in starting at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Aeropuerto?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (5-min drive) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (9-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Aeropuerto and nearby?
Hotel Aeropuerto has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Aeropuerto?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Dirigo Fermentory.
What's the area around Hotel Aeropuerto like?
Hotel Aeropuerto puts you in the heart of San Antonio. Popular attractions include Sabana Park, which is 18 minutes away by car.
Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Hotel Aeropuerto Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The airport shuttle service was prompt, easy, and reliable, with drivers often going above and beyond to assist guests. (56 reviews)
The pool area is lovely, clean, and peaceful, with many guests enjoying it as a great place to relax. (25 reviews)
Breakfast was consistently described as good, delicious, and generous with a variety of options. (30 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2026
Clean room, comfortable bed, and beautiful hotel grounds - lovely pool and poolside area.
Samara
Samara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2026
We were very comfortable and it was very convenient to stay here after our flight. We felt very secure and were very satisfied.
Rachel
Rachel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
Quaint hotel close to airport - Cactus bar and restaurant on site great place for food.
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 16, 2026
BF was sufficient. Staff were amazing. The AC was not effective enough for us so the lady at the desk gave us the pedestal fan they had which worked great. Good location for easy airport access. Room was neat.
Preetha
Preetha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2026
Room was great, staff were friendly, shuttle was really helpful and waited while our flight was late arriving, and the food was delicious!
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2026
Staff members were friendly and helpful.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2026
Staff was very accommodating, willing to help no matter the request.
Brent
Brent, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 11, 2026
4 km from the airport, easy to go to the sirport but not easy to go the hotel.
Very old and basic, but good services and good restaurant.
Francois
Francois, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 29, 2026
Older rooms, staff were nice. Good spot to hang after a layover but i wouldnt stay there for a trip
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2026
The room was clean and met our needs for a one night stay close to the airport. The pool area was nice. The restaurant right door was a surprise hit, great food and a fun atmosphere.
Krista
Krista, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2026
Great staff, super easy stay. Grounds are amazing. Mangos and fruit everywhere. Tip the groundskeeper.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 1, 2026
An older hotel, close the airport. Rooms were clean, service was friendly. The restaurant food was great and they have a micro brewery on site, very good beer.
It's a privately-owned hotel and the grounds were quite beautiful, a really great site to walk around and admire the trees and flowers.
We didn't try the pool as we didn't want to fly with wet swimsuits and had a shuttle to the airport. The price was very reasonable, would stay there again.
Laurie
Laurie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2026
The hotel is a beautiful garden oasis near the airport. Very tranquil, with a wonderful restaurant that specializes in Mexican food. Room was clean with nice view of pool. I had a nice rest before my early morning flight out of SJO. I will definitely go back. The only suggestion I have for the hotel is to put better, brighter lighting in the bathrooms.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Service always great. And rooms also very clean.
Palma
Palma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2025
Excellent place to stay when coming from or going to SJO airport.
David
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 11, 2026
Breakfast was good, Staff was really nice and friendly. Place was very clean except for a tiny bit of something really sticky and pink like gum on one of the beds. Grounds were pretty good, was cool to see a huge iguana near the parking. Pool was too cold to use that day but looked good.
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 5, 2026
Solid continental breakfast, nice pool and hotel grounds. Felt safe on hotel grounds but it was in a sketchy industrial neighborhood. Rooms were comfortable but dated. Bathtub clogged up and wouldn’t drain.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
The room was very nice and upgraded since we last stayed. Clean and comfortable. We stay at this hotel when we are going to leave Costa Rica, we’ve stayed here four times now.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Very convenient location near the airport, secure parking on site, friendly staff and fast shuttle. Very clean and quiet, generous and delicious breakfast.
BRIGITTE
BRIGITTE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Everything in the description of the property was accurate. Reliable service. Location is good if one is interested to catch a flight or just comes into SJO. It is not a place to spend a lot of time. It is an honest three-star hotel.
Nikolay
Nikolay, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Apr 14, 2026
There’s a microwave and fridge in the lobby available for guests to use which is nice. The hotel shuttle was on time and the best thing this hotel has to offer. It eliminated the headache of trying to schedule an uber since our flight was so early. Fair warning, the hotel is dated and did not have wash cloths available. When we mentioned this to the receptionist, we were informed there would be some available in the morning but it would be after our departure time. The bathtub also drained very slowly which forced us to take showers while the tub water still covered our feet within less than 5 minutes of being in there.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 1, 2025
Clean rooms, really good food at the restaurant in the hotel, conveniently next the airport free shuttle to the airport
Varan
Varan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
Really enjoyed having a craft beer/restaurant on the premises after a long day of travel
amy
amy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2026
Staff was very nice- we got there after dark so the ride was a little crazy but fun! Big shout out to the front desk ( I forgot their names I’m sorry) but both the woman and young gentleman were so helpful. We got there late and tried Uber Eats and he was even going to help order off his phone since mine wouldnt connect…cute comfy rooms..cute landscaping..easy to get a shuttle. BREAKFAST was the best, the woman working that was sooo friendly - the area itself was very desolate but perfect to access the airport…THANK YOU!
Katrina
Katrina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
Spacious room. Easy check-in. Pleasant and helpful front desk. I return here for many reasons.