Alajuela Costa Rica  is one of the most important cities in Costa Rica. The international airport (Juan Santamaria) and it's proximity to San Jose, great night life, shopping, central location, unique shops and true traditional Costa Rican ambience make Alajuela a must for most toursists visiting Costa Rica. 

Shopping, gambling, dancing, eating in typical restaurants, or just relaxing in a place with all of the amenities are some of the attractions of Alajuela, Costa Rica. The central location makes it possible to experience many locations and tours and return to each night to the same safe and comfortable place. 

Alajuela Costa Rica Real Estate Brokers we Recommend: 
Costa Rican Real Estate offers Costa  Rica Real Estate listings such as low priced lots, condos, homes, and luxury rentals in the Jaco Beach and Heredia Mountains of Costa Rica. 
They have more than a THOUSAND listings online and value all customers equally. They also have many deals normally not available to foreigners. 
 
 
 

Most people do not realize that the main international airport is in Alajuela and not San Jose! Alajuela makes a more logical home base for most travellers than San Jose as it is much safer and much closer to the airport, beaches, Guanacaste, Arenal Volcano and most destinations than is San Jose.
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Additionally, the mountains above Alajuela and Heredia have many attractions and opportunities to experience the cloud forest, see animals, take canopy  tours and other activities that are in many cases better than more well-known tourist locations (like Monteverde) and they do not take a full day of driving to get there.

Alajuela participated in several different historical events. In 1823 it battled under the command of Gregorio José Ramírez to defeat the Republic against the Imperialist that occupied the cartel of Cartago; San José joined forces with Alajuela and both troops marched to the battle of Ochomogo the 5th of April 1823. That was the first time that Costa Ricans battled against Costa Ricans. As a consequence of this battle, this was won by the joined forces, San José became the capital city of Costa Rica. Alajuela contributed with its National Hero Juan Santamaría (see photo of statue on right), who burned the house of Rivas in 1856 during that campaign. 

The average temperatures of the Costa Rican Province of Alajuela is between 22 and 24 Degrees Celsius. In the summertime it might get a little warmer at times. At the higher levels the temperature is around 20 Degrees Celsius. The levels above sea are: Alajuela: 952m, San José: 882m, Carrizal: 1470m, San Antonio: 870m, La Guácima: 803m, Sabanilla: 1270m, San Rafael: 845m, Río Segundo: 930m, Desamparados: 1010m, Turrúcares: 638m, Tambor: 950m, La Garita, 693m, Sarapiquí (San Miguel): 510m. 

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Alajuela Real Estate

Recommended Alajuela Real Estate Brokers

Central Pacific Coast Real Estate offers listings such as low priced lots, condos, homes on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica  and ther Heredia Mountains of Costa Rica. They have a multitude of listings and value all customers equally. Contact them for straight answers and quality listings. This is an American operation with Tico prices and American Ethics combined.with nature trails, swimming pool, restaurant and bar and lots of tranquility set on ten tropical lush acres yet is located only ten minutes from the San Jose Costa Rica Internation Airportairport (SJO). 

Alajuela Hotels

Economy lodging (less than $50 per night)

Riverside Aparthotel - Canadian owned and managed hotel located just outside of town. Daily, weekly and monthly rates are available.
 
 
 
 

Medium Priced Lodging ($50 to $100 per night) 

La Catalina Suites and Villas is a majestic private, gated resort, located a few miles just outside the Capital City of San Jose, on 6 lush acres inhabited by tropical flowers, trees, ponds and other gracious amenities. Free Beach transfers to Copacabana, their hotel in Jaco Beach.

Orquideas Inn Boutique Airport Hotel with nature trails, swimming pool, restaurant and bar and lots of tranquility set on ten tropical lush acres yet is located only ten minutes from the San Jose Costa Rica Internation Airportairport (SJO). 
 

1915 Hotel Boutique Hotel located in the center of Alajuela, close to everything. Beautiful decor, furnishings and a friendly atmosphere. Located only five minutes from the San Jose Costa Rica Internation Airportairport (SJO). 

Quality Hotel Monte Campana - New and refurbished hotel rooms, suites and log cabins located 20 minutes from the airport. Pool, spa, restaurant, bar, tennis court, and conference room give you four star amenities at cabina prices. Live music on the weekends!

Premium Lodging $100 to $200 per night

La Catalina Suites and Villas is a majestic private, gated resort, located a few miles just outside the Capital City of San Jose, on 6 lush acres inhabited by tropical flowers, trees, ponds and other gracious amenities. Free Beach transfers to Copacabana, their hotel in Jaco Beach.

Hampton Inn  Hampton Inn Suites located across from the airport is a full service 4 star hotel loacted next to Denny's Restauran and the Fiesta Casino.
 
 

Garden Court Hotel and Fiesta Casino - Costa Rica's largest casino located across from the airport is a full service 4 star hotel loacted next to Denny's Restauran and the Fiesta Casino. 
 
 

Vacation Lodging

Restaurants and Bars

Cugini's Restaurant Bar and Bistro Featuring Italian/American food with fresh traditional ingredients, an extensive menu and a well stocked bar. It is very likely to cross paths with local foreigners at the bar, which is one of the most well-stocked in Alajeula. Live music on the weekends. If you need directions or reservations call 440-6893.

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