Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
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About this property
Essential Facilities: Las Carmelas in Alajuela offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and a tour desk. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, work desks, and soundproofing. Additional amenities include a kitchenette, washing machine, and garden views. Dining Experience: A vegetarian breakfast is served with local specialties and warm dishes. The on-site kitchen includes a coffee machine, microwave, and dining area. Prime Location: Located 1.9 mi from Juan Santamaría International Airport, Las Carmelas is near attractions such as Poas National Park (20 mi) and La Paz Waterfall Gardens (21 mi). Free parking is available.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Carla
Germany
“Very fair price, communal kitchen, safe area, spacious private room with private bathroom” - Katherine
United States
“The staff was great with communication and so helpful. They accommodated our needs. The place was clean. Provide what we needed!” - Steve
United States
“For a hostel, type place, this was a perfectly comfortable stay.” - Douglas
United States
“Clean and comfortable room; excellent and quick airport shuttle service.” - Maria
United States
“The place was basically empty and most people seemed to stay there only one night before or after their flight. Super quiet hostel, in the best way. It was in a semi-gated community and they had a security guard at night and during the day to make...” - Kevin
United States
“We stayed here for an afternoon. Room was OK, area was nice, a few restaurants in the vicinity. Good value.” - Nadia
United States
“Very easy communication with hosts. Close to airport in safe area. We had a pretty good dinner right at the accommodation for a very affordable price. The shuttle ride for our early flight was right on time. Would stay there again.” - Sheryll
United States
“Great simple and in a perfect location for traveling. Right next to the airport. Hosts were super nice and accommodating. It has the basic needs and comfortable beds. Safe” - Christian
Belgium
“Located in a quiet and calm residential area. Walking distance to the city center (20 minutes max) and several food options. We stayed 1 night before our early morning flight. Cleanliness good, comfort ok, rather well-equipped kitchen. Staff was...” - Dalia
United States
“I did stay in this house. I stayed at their Garden’s House down the street which Holly owns as well. They are incredible hosts. It is more like s guest house than a hostel. They have airport pickup and means and laundry and luggage storage. They...”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.





The fine print
Please inform Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José 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.